Best Campgrounds near Lander, WY

Camping around Lander, Wyoming includes the popular Sinks Canyon State Park with its two main camping areas. Sinks Campground sits close to the Popo Agie River and has plenty of shady spots for hot summer days. The Popo Agie Campground tends to be quieter and has more space between sites for added privacy. Both campgrounds fill up fast in summer, so it's smart to book ahead if you want to camp there. Sleeping Bear RV Park & Campground works well for people with RVs since it has full hookups and bigger sites to accommodate larger vehicles. Weather in the area changes a lot - summers can get pretty warm during the day while winter nights get very cold. If you're heading to Lander for camping, pack clothes for different temperatures and check if you need reservations before driving out there.

Best Camping Sites Near Lander, Wyoming (69)

    1. Lander City Park

    18 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-4647

    "I'm not sure how Lander makes this work, but they do(and I wish more cities could do the same). We pulled in after dark needing a place to sleep and this place is more than we could have expected."

    "Free camping in Lander City Park. We couldn’t believe everything Lander had to offer and it was just a short walk from where we were camping along the creek."

    2. Sinks Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    17 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-6333

    $9 - $16 / night

    "I don't say it lightly, but... full disclosure, I'm from Lander originally. Camping here is like coming home, and you can't beat the fishing. Be sure to hike to The Falls!"

    "Nice small campground located 7 miles south of Lander, WY in a canyon alone the Popo Popo Agie river. Clean and comfortable, but very tight for trailers over 20 feet. Very tight!"

    3. Sleeping Bear RV Park & Campground

    14 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-5159

    $35 - $55 / night

    "Didn't like the proximity of the park to the highway which made it somewhat noisy in the early evening. Is very close to town of Lander"

    "This RV Park and campground is about a mile outside of Lander Wyoming. The town is small but has wonderful small town charm. The campground is fairly large but the sites are close together."

    4. Popo Agie Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    8 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 527-6241

    "Tucked between the highway and the river, we were concerned about road noise, but the river drowns out everything else. It feels much more remote than it is."

    "For Wyoming residents, cost is only $6.00 a vehicle. Not per site. It is $11 if you are from out of state which is still more reasonable than the surrounding forest service campgrounds."

    5. Worthen Meadow Campground

    7 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    12 miles
    Website

    "Peaceful lakeside spot – stayed here for one night while passing through the area. Loved the sunrise over the lake and the privacy of the sites."

    "Lots of walking trails nearby."

    6. Wild Iris OK Corral

    11 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-4647

    "I have determined that Lander WY is the friendliest city in America... plus, they let you camp for FREE up to three nights in their city (town) park."

    "Nice but close to others. Not sure if there are more spots up the road or not. Would be good if camping with others as there are multiple sites in one pull off."

    7. Sinks Canyon Campground

    3 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    6 miles
    +1 (307) 332-5460

    $15 / night

    "Vault toilet, right on the river, and lots of trails. Overflow parking if it's full or if you have a large trailer, though there are trailer-friendly sites."

    "Good hiking and mtb trails right nearby. Busy road with paving going on. Toilet was lesser well maintained."

    8. Sawmill Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    3 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-6333

    $10 - $17 / night

    "This campground is located just inside the border of Sinks Canyon State Park, only 6 miles from the town of Lander. This campground has a large group area with a very nice playground for the kids."

    "This was a wonderful surprise in the heart of Wyoming. We spent the night on our return from Yellowstone. The campsite was right on the drive and next to a cascade in a deep canyon. "

    9. Pioneer RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 332-0155

    "This is an intimate RV park located next to a golf course with beautiful mountain views. It’s close to downtown and all the amenities. The owners are friendly and take perfect care of their property."

    "Some permanent resides, very quiet and easy access to town and NF."

    10. Louis Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Lander, WY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 527-6241

    "Just drive in and find an empty place to camp. Very large spots with lots of room between sites. Easy access to trails and lake. Will g0 again!!!"

    "Louis Lake is beautiful. There are some rustic cabins just next to it that you can rent out."

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Recent Reviews near Lander, WY

205 Reviews of 69 Lander Campgrounds


  • Brian
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Owl Creek Kampground

    Friendly and relaxed atmosphere

    Laid back and only 20 bucks

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Ocean Lake Lindholm

    Awesome Spot

    Quiet location, only saw a few vehicles while we were here 1 night. Beautiful mountain and lake views. Absolutely recommend if you have time, but you should go all the way to the end of Long Point Road to get the best camping spots.

  • Katharina J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Wild Iris OK Corral

    Lovely Spot

    Stayed at the first space (with bear bic) when entering the Camping area. Pretty much exactly at coordinates. OK to drive when dry. Plenty of spots going in farther, but would recomend higher clearance and 4WD. Fee to camp is 5 USD. Did not see anyone else over night, just some climbers leaving around sunset.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Lake Cameahwait

    Lakeside spot bit of a drive from highway

    This was a lovely lakeside camp spot. There are vault toilets on site. The road was paved up to the site but a 10min drive off the highway. There were a lot of bugs/flies on our September evening. There were sheltered areas with tables and bbq stands which was a nice touch.

  • C
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Lake Cameahwait

    Quiet lakeside spot for a night when you’re on the road.

    As others have said it’s basically just a gravel lot intended for day use as a recreation area with pavilions, drop toilets, and boat ramps. There’s several options to choose from around the lake and they could all accommodate half a dozen vehicles if necessary. When I went there was only one other person at a separate site from me. I went in an suv but I believe you could bring an RV to this spot as it was designed with boat trailers in mind. I was able to get T-mobile LTE coverage at several of the sites I looked at but it was spotty overall. There is no potable water available but the lake was crystal clear and I used it to wash up. One negative was the large amount of flying insects that were around, day and night. Overall I highly recommend this spot especially If you’re wanting to do some swimming or fishing while you’re there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Highline Trail RV Park

    Beautiful stop in

    This was a great stop on our way to Colter Bay. We actually had a dead battery and the nice couple helping out here got us a new battery. We are truly blessed for their kindness. Awesome place for a stop thru. We definitely recommend it.

  • j
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Ocean Lake

    Very good!

    Semi-beginner friendly. It feels both safe and secluded at the same time. Pretty buggy, but hearing crickets ducks, and loons outside your tent is amazing. A little bit of trash around. Because you are on flat land in every direction, the wind can get pretty brutal and sandblast the tent.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Pioneer RV Park

    Clean and quiet. Not a lot of space between units.

    Some permanent resides, very quiet and easy access to town and NF.

  • Liam F.
    Jul. 28, 2025

    Sinks Canyon Campground

    Good spot

    Pretty busy little campground as it's the only one of the 3 on this road that is first-come-first-serve, at least when I went. Believe it was $15 or $20. Vault toilet, right on the river, and lots of trails. Overflow parking if it's full or if you have a large trailer, though there are trailer-friendly sites. Site neighbor was friendly, so shoutout to her. Definitely worth stopping here if you're staying in the Lander area.


Guide to Lander

The Lander area sits at around 5,300 feet elevation in west-central Wyoming, providing access to both the Wind River Range and Sinks Canyon. Summer temperatures typically range from 50°F at night to 80°F during daytime, while winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can dip well below freezing. The Middle Popo Agie River runs through several camping areas, creating natural white noise for sleeping.

What to do

Hiking to Popo Agie Falls: Access the trail from Sinks Canyon State Park for a moderate hike with a rewarding endpoint. "There are hiking trails galore in the state park and in the Shoshone National Forest," notes one Sinks Campground visitor, while another camper adds, "The Popo Agie Falls trail nearby" is worth exploring.

Paddling on Louis Lake: Bring your own watercraft or rent from the nearby lodge during summer months. A reviewer at Louis Lake Campground reports: "There are lots of canoes and kayaks you can take on the lake as well as life vests to wear." Another camper mentions: "We enjoyed paddle boarding and watching fish jump."

Rock climbing: The limestone formations attract climbers of various skill levels. As one climber who stayed at Wild Iris OK Corral explains: "They have amazing limestone sport routes in a variety of skill levels. The area has a well marked trail system to point you in the direction of different walls along the crag."

What campers like

Riverside sites: Many campsites allow you to sleep next to running water. One reviewer at Popo Agie Campground writes, "We tent camp and did site 20… it is on the river feet from our tent… loved hearing the river." Another adds that "the sites have diverse configurations" and recommends getting "a site with some shade."

Free city camping: Unlike most towns, Lander allows free camping at its city park. "Free camping in Lander City Park. We couldn't believe everything Lander had to offer and it was just a short walk from where we were camping along the creek," writes one visitor to Lander City Park. Another points out: "You can stay here for free for up to 3 nights."

Natural features: The unique geology of the area provides memorable camping experiences. "The Sinks of the Popo Agie isn't far from camp, about a mile and the Visitors Center is located there. The rise is about another half mile away and has the biggest trout I've ever seen!" reports a camper at Popo Agie Campground.

What you should know

Reservations status varies: Some campgrounds require booking while others are first-come, first-served. "Busy road with paving going on. Toilet was lesser well maintained," warns a visitor to Sinks Canyon Campground. At Wild Iris, one camper notes: "I arrived at 3:30pm on a tuesday and there were barely any spots left."

Bear precautions: Multiple campgrounds require proper food storage. "Each campsite offers a metal bear boxes to store your food items. The story is, there was a black bear who broke into someone's camper and ate their waffles. So there is a bear named Waffles in the area!" shares a Wild Iris OK Corral camper.

Weather considerations: The mountain location brings unpredictable conditions. One Worthen Meadow visitor recalls: "We planned to stay for at least couple of nights but following morning after with beautiful sunshine, clouds gathered and viscus thunderstorm arrived from nowhere. Blowed our seat cushions away to nearby creek."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campsites have built-in entertainment for kids. At Sawmill Campground, a visitor notes: "This campground has a large group area with a very nice playground for the kids." Lander City Park campers mention "There are nearby walking trails, picnic areas and a playground in the park."

Kid-friendly water features: Look for safe spots where children can enjoy water. "If you drive a little ways from there you can do an AMAZING hike that ends in beautiful waterfalls and a 'slide rock' that is very smooth and you can slide over the falls," recommends a Worthen Meadow Campground visitor.

Multi-generational camping spots: Some areas work well for mixed-age groups. "I took my 4 teens and 3 dogs tent camping here last summer and it was the best of the best. The surroundings are magnificent. The nature trail was fun," shares a Popo Agie Campground camper.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for larger rigs: Not all campgrounds accommodate bigger RVs. A camper at Sleeping Bear RV Park advises: "Gravel roads throughout the park. Turns just a little narrow, but completely manageable- you just have to pay attention. Our site was almost level, we just needed one link on the left side."

Hookup locations: Some sites have unusual hookup placements. "However, the 50/30 AMP power was on the door side of our 5th wheel as this is a pull in site for motorhomes. Since our power cord was in the middle of our rig, we easily reached the post," explains a Sleeping Bear RV Park camper.

Size restrictions: Certain roads and campgrounds limit RV access. One Sawmill camper advises: "This campground would be best for vans or small campers." At Louis Lake, another visitor warns: "The spots are small, larger campers and some medium campers could have a hard time getting situated."

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds near Lander, Wyoming?

The Lander area offers several excellent campgrounds. Sinks Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park is highly rated for its perfect setting along the Popo Agie River with great fishing opportunities and proximity to hiking trails. Located just 6 miles from Lander, Sawmill Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park features a large group area with a playground for children and is situated along the river. For those seeking a higher-elevation option with stunning mountain views, consider Worthen Meadow Campground or Louis Lake Campground in the nearby Wind River Mountains. These campgrounds offer a mix of reservable and first-come, first-served sites with varying amenities and access to outdoor recreation.

Is there free or dispersed camping available around Lander, WY?

Yes, there are several free and dispersed camping options around Lander. Lander City Park offers free camping for up to three nights with access to flush toilets, grassy tent areas, and riverside sites. It's conveniently located in town with walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground nearby. For dispersed camping, Frye Lake - Dispersed Campsites offers sites for $5 with fire rings and outhouses. The views are spectacular, and the road from Lander is fully paved. For completely free dispersed camping, continue along FR 300 past Frye Lake where numerous free camp areas can accommodate even larger rigs. No cell service is available in these more remote areas.

What are the best seasons for camping in the Lander, Wyoming area?

Summer (June-August) is the prime camping season around Lander with warm days, cool nights, and all campgrounds fully operational. Late spring (May) and early fall (September) offer fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures, though higher elevation sites like Boulder Lake may still have snow. For anglers, spring fishing is excellent when the Popo Agie River runs clear. Wild Iris OK Corral provides good shoulder-season options with protection from wind. Winter camping is possible at lower elevations, but services are limited and roads to many campgrounds are closed or difficult to access. Always check weather conditions before heading out, as mountain weather can change rapidly in any season.

What RV parks and facilities are available in Lander, Wyoming?

Sleeping Bear RV Park & Campground is the primary RV facility near Lander, located about a mile outside town. This clean, well-landscaped park offers full hookup sites including pull-through, back-in, and pull-in options. While sites are relatively close together, the park features individual bathrooms and is conveniently located for accessing town amenities. For those seeking a more economical option, Pioneer RV Park provides big-rig-friendly spaces with basic amenities. Lander City Park also accommodates RVs with plenty of room for larger vehicles, though without hookups. Most RV parks in the area are open seasonally, typically from late spring through early fall, with limited or no winter operations.