RV sites near Kemmerer, Wyoming offer access to the Wyoming Range and Fossil Butte National Monument, with elevations ranging from 6,900 to 7,400 feet. Campers experience short summers with cool evenings even in July and August, when daytime temperatures typically reach the mid-70s. Winter camping options are limited as most campgrounds close from mid-October through April.
What to do
Fossil hunting: 11 miles from town. Fossil Butte National Monument provides opportunities to discover 50-million-year-old fossil specimens. "If you like to hunt for fossils, the surrounding hills are full of them. Fossil Butte National Monument is just 11 miles from town," notes a visitor at Riverside RV Park.
Historical exploration: walking distance. The original JC Penney store stands in downtown Kemmerer, offering visitors a glimpse into retail history. Riverside RV Park places you near this landmark, with one camper mentioning, "Kemmerer is Home to the original JC Penny department store."
Fishing access: on-site. Some campgrounds offer direct river access for fishing. At Riverside RV Park, eight back-in sites are positioned along the Ham Fork River. A long-term visitor shared, "Right off the river with different options for different travelers. Close to town. Quiet."
What campers like
Clean bathroom facilities: private spaces. Fort Bridger RV Camp offers exceptionally spacious restrooms. "They have the largest private bathrooms. Complete with toilets in a private room. Very clean," reports one reviewer.
Accessibility to services: walking distance. Many campgrounds position visitors close to town amenities. One camper at Riverside RV Park appreciated the "Laundromat, vetinary, Ridley supermarket and a great little small town atmosphere."
Proximity to lakes: short drives. Several campgrounds serve as bases for exploring multiple water bodies. "In town of Kemmerer close to several lakes. Convenient to amenities as well as nature in rural Wyoming," mentions a Riverside visitor.
What you should know
Train noise: varies by location. Some campgrounds experience railroad noise. At Phillips RV Park, campers note the proximity to tracks: "If you're into having a mexican restaurant 1 block away and being sandwiched between a major interstate, a railroad, and a highway, then this place is for you."
Weather conditions: prepare for closures. Winter storms can impact travel plans and require flexibility. A Phillips RV Park visitor recounted, "While heading to Tennessee in mid October, the I-80 closed down due to weather and car wrecks...we were able to get two spots for the night."
Cell service and connectivity: inconsistent. Signal strength varies significantly across campgrounds. One camper at Phillips RV Park stated, "Great place to stay the only issue I've had here was cell connection is spotty."
Tips for camping with families
Dog-friendly spaces: watch for restrictions. Most campgrounds allow pets but have varying rules. At Sun Outdoors Garden City Utah, campers appreciate that "It's pet-friendly, has full hookups, picnic tables, and wifi. The nice thing about this campground is it does have a beach as well as water/lake access."
Playground access: family-oriented options. Some parks offer dedicated play areas for children. Phillips RV Park "has lots of room for kids to play with a large play structure and grassy area."
Historical learning: nearby attractions. Fort Bridger State Park offers educational opportunities. A visitor to Fort Bridger RV Camp mentioned it's "very nice, well appointed, next to the State Park" and another noted you can "check out the nearby Fort Bridger Museum."
Tips from RVers
Big rig accommodations: pull-through availability. Little America RV Park offers spacious sites for larger vehicles. "Sites are long with plenty of room for the slide. Can hear the noise from the idling big rigs right next to the campground," states one camper.
Hookup placement: check configurations. Some parks have unusual utility layouts. At Little America, a camper observed, "The campsites set wide and long but the services are place strangely. In addition, there are trees planted that block the path to parking near them."
Reservation timing: call ahead. Most RV parks near Kemmerer require reservations during peak season. At Fort Bridger RV Camp, one visitor warned, "The siGN SAID,'NO SELF PARKING, DO NOT CALL AFTER HOURS!' I went back to the camper, and thinking it was only a few minutes after six, I got my phone, walked back to the door with the note, and called. IT WAS SIX 17!"
