Best Equestrian Camping near Lander, WY

Western Skies RV and Equine Park near Lander offers 10 RV sites with electric hookups, water connections, and sewer hookups for horse owners traveling with their animals. The campground features pet-friendly policies and provides picnic tables at each site. A sanitary dump station and trash collection are available for campers. The park accommodates RVs of various sizes while maintaining designated areas for horses. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Lander, Wyoming. This equestrian-friendly destination serves as a convenient base for exploring the region's riding opportunities.

Located approximately 43 miles northeast of Lander, Scab Creek Large Vehicle Campground provides open, sunny camping areas specifically designed for visitors with horse trailers or larger RVs. While the campground itself lacks water, trash service, and toilets, these amenities can be found at the horse staging area across the road, which includes vault toilets and water access. Cell phone reception varies depending on line-of-sight to the southeast ridge. The area connects to multiple trail systems suitable for day rides. Bull Lake, situated north of Lander, requires a Wind River Reservation fishing license and camping permit, with good fishing opportunities from shore using both fly rods and baitcasting equipment.

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Lander, WY

15 Reviews of 6 Lander Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2023

    Bull Lake

    Reservation Pass Required

    Be aware, you MUST have a reservation pass to camp here. I was told that you can get into serious trouble if you don’t have one. Enquire at Lander or Dubois about getting a pass

  • 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.

  • Jessica N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2018

    Worthen Meadow Campground

    Pretty, quiet campground

    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. Quiet place to camp, even though there were a lot of groups there when we arrived, we had no trouble finding a spot. Pit toilet on-site and walking trails around the lake are close by.

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2021

    Scab Creek - Large Vehicle Campground

    Open area for the horse crowd

    Open sunny Campground for the horse trailer crowd or larger RVs. However, no water, trash or toilets. Water and a vault toilet is over at the horse staging area across the road. Cell signal depends on your sight to a ridge to SE.

  • Glen B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2019

    Bull Lake

    Bull Lake Dispersed site

    Heading North out of Riverton Wyoming is Bull Lake. The lake itself is hidden from the highway, but Bull creek has a large bridge that lets you know where to turn. The road is not bad, but can be tricky depending on the time of year and weather. It is a dirt road and prone to mud holes. Following the road up then crossing the dam got us on the side of the lake where we made camp, it was early summer so the water was pretty low and gave us access to sites that would otherwise be underwater. Firewood is easily found, but there is not much for stores so be prepared and take in what you will need. The fishing from shore was good with both Flyrods and baitcast. You will need a Wind River Reservation fishing license and permit to camp and fish here. Make sure to pickup a trash and leave it better than you found it. Enjoy

  • J
    Jun. 14, 2018

    Worthen Meadow Campground

    Roughing it with minor creature comforts. Restroom, pump for water.

    There are several different spots to choose from. Restrooms. Pumps for water. Lots of walking trails nearby.

  • David M.
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Sinks Canyon Campground

    Enjoyed it very much!

    Our site was amazing right by the river. Good hiking and mtb trails right nearby. Busy road with paving going on. Toilet was lesser well maintained.

  • Jaci T.
    Jul. 19, 2021

    Worthen Meadow Campground

    One with nature

    We would make the drive up anytime to stay here… bring the kayak the lake is amazing

  • Carrie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2025

    Worthen Meadow Campground

    Great spot especially if you’re biking

    Beautiful lake! We enjoyed paddle boarding and watching fish jump. Lots of trees to hitch up the hammock, too. Sites were relatively close together. Pit toilets were well maintained. Upper Brewers trail starts at the main parking lot, it’s great biking with beautiful views the entire ride, although very rocky. In July the wild flowers were still blooming strong!


Guide to Lander

Camping options near Lander, Wyoming range from primitive sites in the Wind River Mountain foothills to developed campgrounds with river access. The area sits at elevations between 5,000-8,000 feet, creating distinct camping conditions with cool nights even in summer months. Seasonal accessibility varies significantly, with most high-country campgrounds operational from June through September due to snow conditions.

What to do

Paddle sports on alpine lakes: Worthen Meadow Campground provides access to a scenic mountain lake perfect for kayaking and paddle boarding. "Beautiful lake for kayaking and fishing, the sites are a little bit tight for larger RVs and the road is rough getting in here but manageable," notes Jay M. about Worthen Meadow Campground.

Hiking from camp: Multiple trail systems connect directly to campgrounds in the area. At Sinks Canyon, "2 trail heads in the campground and a bridge over the waterway, which is accessible," according to Gail S. at Sinks Canyon Campground.

Fishing opportunities: Shore fishing yields results at multiple locations. "The fishing from shore was good with both Flyrods and baitcast. You will need a Wind River Reservation fishing license and permit to camp and fish here," advises Glen B. regarding Bull Lake.

What campers like

Lakeside serenity: Campers appreciate the peaceful water views at higher elevation sites. Jessica N. describes Worthen Meadow Campground as a "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."

Mountain biking access: Several campgrounds connect to technical mountain biking trails. "Upper Brewers trail starts at the main parking lot, it's great biking with beautiful views the entire ride, although very rocky. In July the wild flowers were still blooming strong!" shares Carrie C. about Worthen Meadow.

Riverside camping spots: Sites along moving water provide natural soundscapes. David M. notes about Sinks Canyon Campground: "Our site was amazing right by the river. Good hiking and mtb trails right nearby."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Some areas require special permits. Robert T. cautions about Bull Lake: "Be aware, you MUST have a reservation pass to camp here. I was told that you can get into serious trouble if you don't have one. Enquire at Lander or Dubois about getting a pass."

Road conditions: Access roads to many sites can challenge some vehicles. Paul N. recommends for Worthen Meadow Campground: "Be sure to bring a sturdy car/truck!" The last several miles to most high-country campgrounds involve unpaved roads with varying conditions.

Horse campgrounds near Lander, Wyoming: Equestrian-friendly camping options exist but require planning. Greg L. describes Scab Creek - Large Vehicle Campground as an "Open sunny Campground for the horse trailer crowd or larger RVs. However, no water, trash or toilets. Water and a vault toilet is over at the horse staging area across the road."

Undeveloped sites: Some areas marked as campgrounds have minimal facilities. Greg L. explains about Dutch Joe Guard Station: "Well, the BLM has a fancy new sign at this location, but there really is no CG, just a large open grassy meadow area. No toilet, no water, trash or tables, fire rings."

Tips for camping with families

Simple facilities for kids: Some campgrounds offer basic but clean amenities. Jolene V. notes about Worthen Meadow Campground: "Roughing it with minor creature comforts. Restroom, pump for water. There are several different spots to choose from. Lots of walking trails nearby."

Alternative campgrounds when popular sites fill: Having backup options saves travel days. Liam F. advises about Sinks Canyon Campground: "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."

Water activities for children: Lake-based campgrounds provide recreation options. Jaci T. recommends: "We would make the drive up anytime to stay here... bring the kayak the lake is amazing."

Tips from RVers

Size limitations for equestrian camping: Several horse campgrounds near Lander, Wyoming have specific accommodations. Western Skies Rv and Equine Park offers 10 RV sites with full hookups specifically for travelers with horses but maintains separate areas for equines and vehicles.

Trailer-friendly site options: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. Liam F. notes about Sinks Canyon: "Overflow parking if it's full or if you have a large trailer, though there are trailer-friendly sites."

Alternative parking for difficult roads: Consider staging at lower elevations when high country roads prove challenging. Greg L. suggests about Dutch Joe Guard Station: "This cg may be a work in progress. However this is on the road to the Big Sandy FS cg at the roads end and would be a much better haul/ camp site for a TT than going the last 7 rough rocky miles to Big Sandy."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Lander, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Lander, WY is Worthen Meadow Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.

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