Camping cabins near Guernsey, Wyoming provide shelter options in an area dominated by the North Platte River Valley at approximately 4,400 feet elevation. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F during peak camping months, while spring and fall visitors experience cooler conditions that may require cabin heating. The region experiences substantial wind throughout the year, particularly in spring months when gusts regularly exceed 30 mph.
What to do
Lake recreation activities: Guernsey State Park Campground offers excellent boating and swimming opportunities with multiple lake access points. "Nice for boating and swimming activities. Stayed at Sandy point loop. This loop has about 1/2 mile on gravel road. Sites were nicely spread out for a major CG," notes a camper at Guernsey State Park.
Historical exploration: The region contains significant pioneer history sites including Fort Laramie National Historic Site located 15 minutes from Chuck Wagon RV Park. "Located in Fort Laramie on US Hwy 26 is the Chuckwagon Rv Park. It is a small park with 16 Full hook up sites," mentions one visitor who used the park as a base for exploring nearby historical attractions.
Hiking trails: Several short hiking trails exist throughout the area. "Cool hiking trails, fun biking trails, good place to explore history, swim and boat. Campsites are spread out so you can find what you need," notes a camper about recreational activities at Guernsey State Park.
What campers like
Multiple camping loops: Guernsey offers various camping areas with different characteristics. "I elected for a small, 3 plot only place called Davis Bay to get some solitude. The Ranger who ran into me during his rounds of the grounds said this place is pretty vacant on weekdays," explains a visitor who appreciated the quieter sections of the park.
Cabin affordability: Budget-conscious travelers appreciate the reasonable rates at Prairie View Campground in Lusk. "Nice and cool. Easy going decent rate 40.00 per night," notes a visitor who found the cabin pricing reasonable compared to other accommodations in the region.
Clean facilities: Many campers highlight the well-maintained facilities at Prairie View Campground. "Bathroom and showers are super clean. Owners were helpful in recommending a place to eat and let us pick our spot," writes one camper, while another mentions, "Very clean bathrooms and showers (newly remodeled). Also have laundry services."
What you should know
Train noise: Several campgrounds in the area experience railroad noise. At Douglas KOA, a visitor notes: "Not much shade AT ALL, and the wind whip's through a lot. I was informed though that's a Wyoming thing anyway." Similarly, Chuck Wagon RV Park sits near active rail lines that operate throughout the night.
Limited shade: Many campgrounds in this region provide minimal tree coverage. A Douglas KOA camper observed, "Wide open spaces but not a whole lot of shade. Super nice staff and it's pretty quiet."
Water level fluctuations: Reservoir water levels can change significantly throughout the season. A unique experience occurs during the annual silt run: "The best time we had here was during the silt run, which is in mid-July each year. Water being released from Glendo Reservoir will flow through Guernsey Reservoir flushing silt from Guernsey Reservoir into the canals of downstream irrigators."
Tips for camping with families
Affordable activities: Westfield provides reasonably priced cabin accommodations with full hookup access. "Westfield is a small private Rv campground. It has 13 full hook up sites which are right by US Hwy 26. There are no picnic benches, no fire rings, and no Shade. There is 1 cabin on site," notes a visitor.
Bring bug spray: Insects can be problematic during summer months. "Easy access and views of the lake. Forested; private sites available. Interesting history/museum. Some short trails. Bring bug spray," advises a Guernsey State Park visitor.
Seasonal facility limitations: Some amenities operate seasonally. "Showerhouse Closed! Its a beautiful state park and I'm glad to have camped here during my travels around Wyoming. I stayed at Newell Bay as its first come first serve... My only complaint is that the showerhouse is closed! I wish it had stated that on the website," shares a May visitor.
Tips from RVers
Limited water access: Some camping loops at Guernsey lack water access. "My area had no water, and I noticed the same from Beachside spots. Skyline View campgrounds was the one with the potable water," notes an RV camper.
Site selection strategies: At Arrowhead RV Park in Wheatland, site location affects your experience. "Open space and not very full so got to pick our own spot that had full view over the fields," mentions a visitor who appreciated the flexibility to choose their location.
Wi-Fi limitations: Internet access varies significantly between campgrounds. At Douglas KOA, a camper reports: "The WIFI, I'm sorry to say, sucks and is not private. I've noticed in my travels though that NONE of the KOA's have very good WIFI."
