Evanston, Wyoming sits at an elevation of about 6,750 feet in the high desert region where Wyoming meets Utah. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-85°F with significant cooling at night even during July and August. Winter camping requires substantial preparation as temperatures regularly drop below freezing from October through April, with snowfall common across the region's diverse camping options.
What to do
Hiking to waterfalls: North Fork County Park features accessible waterfall trails for various skill levels. "Had a great stay at North Fork. Camped in the canyon near the trailhead for the waterfall hike... Excellent mountain bike trails also," notes a camper at North Fork County Park.
Fishing opportunities: The lakes and reservoirs near Evanston provide excellent fishing conditions. At Whitney Reservoir, a visitor reported, "Caught tiger and rainbow trout from shore both evenings but the mosquitos are bad!! Be prepared with DEET and/or a ThermaCELL."
Kayaking and river activities: Several campgrounds feature water access for paddling and floating. "It's fun to bring kayaks and float the river. The people who manage the camp ground have done a wonderful job," explains a visitor to Echo Island RV Resort.
What campers like
Dark sky stargazing: The minimal light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing conditions. A camper at Whitney Reservoir shared, "We very much enjoyed watching the moon go through its phases and star gazing with zero light pollution." Pack red-lens flashlights to maintain night vision.
Wildlife observation: The Uinta Mountains region supports diverse wildlife viewing opportunities. "We saw tons of wildlife, including a moose swimming in the lake (one of the perks staying by the water!)," reports a visitor to Whitney Reservoir.
Private campsites: Many glamping locations near Evanston provide substantial distance between sites. At South Fork, a camper noted, "We stayed in my pop up camper for a night and there was tons of space for pop up and our site (A1) was the best in the campground, I think. It was secluded with tons of trees."
What you should know
Road conditions: Access roads to some remote locations require careful navigation. Regarding Little Lyman Lake Campground, a visitor advises, "Road is a little ruff coming from the west, but coming in from the north through Wyoming is way easier on the vehicle. It takes me about an hour longer, but it is worth it."
Weather preparedness: Mountain conditions can change rapidly. "We arrived at the end of July and we called it quits when a small hurricane came through and snowed for two days," reports a Whitney Reservoir camper.
Reservation requirements: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "You need to reserve sites here well in advance as it fills up for the entire Summer as soon as the reservation window opens," notes a camper at Anderson Cove.
Cell service limitations: Most remote glamping sites have minimal connectivity. A Whitney visitor explains, "No service for the most part except for random spots here and there (at&t)." Download offline maps before arrival.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Several reservoir campsites have beach areas suitable for children. At Anderson Cove, a visitor reports, "The beach is so large and it's easy to camp out. The sand is soft and fun for the kids to build sand castles."
Fishing access for children: Stocked lakes provide reliable fishing experiences for younger anglers. "We camp here because the kids like to fish, and we can all ride dirtbikes, ATV, and side-by-side," mentions a Little Lyman Lake visitor.
Camp amenities: Some upscale glamping options include entertainment facilities. Echo Island RV Resort offers "a small pond for kids to fish in, two swimming pools and two hot tubs, very clean and modern facilities... and they have DVDs and sports equipment you can check out."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: When seeking luxury glamping options with RVs, research site positioning. At Echo Island RV Resort, a visitor notes, "Gravel slots, picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Good park design for the back up sites to get a large trailer situated no problem."
Utility considerations: Verify which hookups are available at each site. "The 30amp electric did not work at our site, site 151. Front office was closed and no one returned our call when we called the number provided," cautions an Echo Island visitor.
Weather adaptation: Many RV glamping sites near Evanston lack shade. "A lot of road noise and the 30amp electric did not work at our site... we decided to go swimming in nearby echo lake and wished we had reserved to camp there as we ended up dry camping anyway," advises an Echo Island camper.
