Soda Lake Wildlife Area

Fishing and boating draw campers to this glacial pothole lake in the Soda Lake Wildlife Habitat Management Area, managed by Wyoming Game and Fish. Sites are dispersed around the lake on graded gravel roads, most with a picnic table and metal fire ring. No water or trash service is available, so pack accordingly. Cell signal is fair to good depending on your spot. Mosquitoes can be severe in summer evenings, so bring effective repellent. Those exploring campgrounds near Soda Lake Wildlife Habitat Management Area will find additional options in the surrounding area. A 14-day camping limit is posted.

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Map & DirectionsSoda Lake Wildlife Area is located in Wyoming near Pinedale

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

42.96265325 N
109.8477811 W

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Connectivity

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    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 9/9/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
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    AT&T
    No Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 6/9/26

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-MobileLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 9/9/26
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T
    No Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 6/9/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jul. 27, 2026

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It just makes me angry that you can receive a ticket if you pour the remainder of a watered down soda on the ground but there are bullets and toilet paper and beer caps and cigarette butts on the ground.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 6, 2026

Beautiful BUT so many mosquitos

Only reason this isn’t a 5 star is because the mosquitos are horrific in the evenings. We had to go inside our tent for the night at 6pm because of them. Other than that, there are several spots available, most are on the lake. Most spots have a park bench and metal fire ring. This area is gorgeous and minutes from town

Month of VisitJuly
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  • Review photo of Soda Lake Wildlife Area by Jamie W., July 6, 2026
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Reviewed Jun. 19, 2024

Free camping on a lake

This area is a wide open no shade glacial pothole lake. There are free designated, kind of, campsites around the lake. Couple places to launch a boat and four vault toilets scattered around. No trash dumpsters, no water, but fair to good cell signal depending on your location. Only a few miles outside of Pinedale on nice graded gravel roads. 14 day camping limit is posted.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Soda Lake Wildlife Area by Greg L., June 19, 2024
  • Review photo of Soda Lake Wildlife Area by Greg L., June 19, 2024
  • Review photo of Soda Lake Wildlife Area by Greg L., June 19, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Soda Lake Campground located in Wyoming?

Soda Lake Wildlife Area is located just a few miles outside of Pinedale, Wyoming. The campground sits on a glacial pothole lake in an open setting. Its proximity to Pinedale makes it easily accessible for visitors while still providing a natural lakeside camping experience. The area features wide-open spaces typical of this region of Wyoming.

What recreational activities can visitors enjoy at Soda Lake beach?

Soda Lake offers several recreational opportunities focused on the water. Visitors can enjoy boating with multiple boat launch points available around the lake. The open water is ideal for paddling, kayaking, and fishing. The surrounding shoreline provides opportunities for wildlife viewing, as this is a designated wildlife area. While the lake lacks shade trees, the open setting allows for excellent views and photography opportunities of both the lake and surrounding landscape.

What amenities and facilities are available at Soda Lake Campground?

Soda Lake Campground offers basic, primitive camping facilities. There are free designated campsites situated around the lake. Four vault toilets are scattered throughout the area. The campground does not provide trash dumpsters or potable water, so campers should come prepared with their own water supply and plan to pack out all trash. Cell phone reception is fair to good depending on your specific location around the lake.

Where is Soda Lake Campground located in Wyoming?

Soda Lake Wildlife Area is located just a few miles outside of Pinedale, Wyoming. The campground sits on a glacial pothole lake in an open setting. Its proximity to Pinedale makes it easily accessible for visitors while still providing a natural lakeside camping experience. The area features wide-open spaces typical of this region of Wyoming.

What recreational activities can visitors enjoy at Soda Lake beach?

Soda Lake offers several recreational opportunities focused on the water. Visitors can enjoy boating with multiple boat launch points available around the lake. The open water is ideal for paddling, kayaking, and fishing. The surrounding shoreline provides opportunities for wildlife viewing, as this is a designated wildlife area. While the lake lacks shade trees, the open setting allows for excellent views and photography opportunities of both the lake and surrounding landscape.