Dispersed camping sites near Farson, Wyoming accommodate travelers at elevations around 6,580 feet, creating a high desert camping environment with temperature fluctuations between day and night. The area experiences strong winds, particularly during midday hours, with gusts continuing until dusk in many locations. Most camping areas sit on BLM land surrounding the region's reservoirs and along dirt access roads that range from well-maintained to rough depending on recent weather conditions.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Big Sandy Reservoir offers productive fishing from shore or small watercraft. "The lake is beautiful as well. There are lots of bugs, but overall it was still a great spot for the night," notes a visitor to Big Sandy Reservoir Rec Area.
Rockhounding: The White Mountain area provides excellent opportunities for collecting interesting rocks. According to a camper at White Mountain Road, "The walk along the water was beautiful and we had found some incredible rocks. The sunset and the stars at night are definitely the worth the visit."
Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse wildlife viewing, particularly birds. A camper at Slate Creek Campground reported, "Bird watching was fantastic with dozens of species spotted in one evening." Other visitors have encountered pronghorns, horses, rabbits, and other desert wildlife.
What campers like
Sunset views: Many campsites offer remarkable sunset vistas over water. A visitor to Big Sandy Reservoir remarked, "Got to the West Campground at dusk. Bugs were swarming. The view of the Wind River range at sunset is gorgeous. Not too many campers."
Easy access: Most camping areas maintain accessible roads for standard vehicles. "We arrived at night and had no troubles finding it. We just drove around the lake to the camping area that was marked right on Google maps," reported one camper at Big Sandy Reservoir Rec Area.
Solitude during weekdays: Campsites typically remain uncrowded on weeknights. "Hardly any people and lots of camping on the lake!" noted a visitor at Big Sandy Reservoir Rec Area. Another camper at White Mountain Road observed, "2 other spots near me and that's it as far as I know but I didn't continue to explore."
What you should know
Wind exposure: Persistent winds affect most campsites, particularly at higher elevations. A visitor at Big Sandy Dam and Reservoir explained, "The sunset water views and the Tetons in the background. Also saw some cute cows right by camp and heard the coyotes at night. Very clean, quiet and peaceful. Only gave it 4 stars because of the insane amount of bugs (you can hear the buzzing in the video there were so many)."
Road conditions: Access roads vary from well-maintained gravel to rough dirt tracks. "The road to get out there was washboard. There was an active construction site around the reservoir and parts of the road were closed," noted one camper about White Mountain Road.
Insects: Mosquitoes and other insects can be prevalent, especially near water and during summer evenings. "Lots of bugs. That said, sunset was pretty & there was a lot of space!" observed a camper at Big Sandy Reservoir Rec Area.
Limited facilities: Most dispersed sites lack amenities beyond basic vault toilets. A visitor to Slate Creek Campground noted, "Very remote location with a primitive, yet beautiful campsite. The only services are a couple of bathrooms, which were nice and clean, otherwise you are on your own."
Tips for camping with families
Cell service: Signal strength varies by location and carrier. "Cell service was good as well. I have AT&T and had 3-4 bars the entire time," reports a camper at White Mountain Road, making this spot workable for families needing connectivity.
Shade limitations: Most sites provide minimal natural shade. "There are many types of camping areas with a variety of ground. This beach area was beautiful," noted a visitor at Weeping Rock Campground. Consider bringing shade structures during summer visits.
Safety considerations: Some waterfront areas have steep dropoffs. "Our one dog fell 10 feet into the Reservoir because the edges are not sturdy. We had a hard time getting him out as the walls are straight up," warned a visitor to Big Sandy Dam and Reservoir.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Most dispersed areas have no designated sites but rather informal pull-offs. "We dispersed by boat launch. By ourselves on a Wednesday after labor day. Construction at east and west campgrounds. 5g cell T-Mobile. Roads only slightly muddy but after a rain. Yikes," advised an RVer at Big Sandy Reservoir.
Level parking: Many sites offer naturally level areas suitable for RVs. "We had a 24 ft camper and trailer with two side by sides. We had plenty of room for both. Lots of places to choose from. All open and easy to turn around campers," noted a visitor to White Mountain Road.
Weather preparation: Sudden weather changes can impact road conditions. "Seemed like there were plenty of spots for campsites and RVs. The gravel road was well maintained. It was EXTREMELY windy but it had calmed down by the time the sun had began to set," observed a camper at Big Sandy Reservoir Rec Area.
