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Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds, near Rock Springs, Wyoming, is a practical spot for travelers looking for a convenient overnight stay. With a variety of sites available, it’s particularly friendly for RVs and offers essential amenities like clean restrooms and showers.

Campers appreciate the friendly hosts who are always ready to help, making check-in a breeze. Many have noted the beautiful mountain views that add a nice touch to your stay, and the area is well-maintained, providing a clean and comfortable environment. One visitor mentioned, “The area was clean, level, sewage dump at each site, nice showers/bathrooms, not crowded.”

This location is perfect for those passing through, with easy access to gas stations and supplies nearby. It’s a great pit stop for anyone traveling to destinations like Yellowstone or the Tetons. Plus, the fairgrounds often host events, so you might catch some local festivities during your visit.

While it’s not a secluded nature retreat, the campground offers a safe and clean place to rest your head. As one camper put it, “It’s perfect for what I needed it for, a safe, clean and convenient place to sleep.” Whether you’re on a road trip or just need a quick stop, Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds has you covered.

Fee Info

$30/night and can be paid on site

Reservation Info

No reservations needed

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Location

Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds is located in Wyoming

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Address

3320 Yellowstone Road
Rock Springs, WY 82901

Coordinates

41.65236672 N
109.24982282 W

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Access

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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16 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 2, 2025

A pleasant and quiet place

Great place to stop on the way, beautiful mountain views and beautiful sunset. A lovely and nice elderly couple runs the place wonderfully. There are also water and electricity connections, clean toilets and showers. Recommended

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 25, 2025

Sweetwater Event Center Camping

Stayed one night as a stopover on the way to Cheyenne. Clean bathrooms, caretaker very courteous, mostly level wide open treeless gravel parking. No issues with that but the flies were tough to deal with in spite of efforts to keep them out. Oh, and it was $43 for the night.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jan. 16, 2025

Open and convenient

The location on the Dyrt app was incorrect. I googled and found it very close. Wide open area, all gravel, easy parking. The price was $49 per night but they honored the $30 listed. Caretakers very nice and friendly.

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Month of VisitJanuary
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Reviewed Sep. 12, 2024

Chill overnight stay

We decided on a rim to checkout out this location and we are glad we did! We arrived to the campground around 7:00 pm without a reservation and easily found the home where the caretakers stay. The nicest couple assisted us and were even going to let us park for free, but we decided to take advantage of the $17 full RV hookup spot just to conserve power and refill our water tank. We parked super close to the bathrooms which were nice with each room having its own toilet and shower. There were other campers and RVs there but we still felt like we had plenty of space. The free wifi was a nice touch!

SitePilot Butte Campground
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds by Lorie D., September 12, 2024
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Reviewed May. 2, 2024

Road trip overnight stay

Great spot for an overnight stay if you’re passing through Rock Springs. Pay when you get here. Camp host is in the small house in the corner of the parking lot. Beautiful mountain range view. Bring soap and TP if you’re using the restroom/ showers. Restrooms are clean. Gas and supplies are nearby to this fair ground event center. Will stay here again on our way to Colorado.

SiteP123
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Sep. 18, 2023

Perfect place after find out our National park spot was closed

We had a reserved spot in the national forest nearby. When we arrived, it was all locked up

After a little research, we found this amazing spot! 

First, the caretaker was so lovely. She was so kind and adjusted the price to our needs

The area was clean, level, sewage dump at each site, nice showers/bathrooms, not crowded, plenty of space for side by side parking and…

Beautiful sunrise

Reviewed Jul. 23, 2023

Perfect Pit Stop

Stopped here on the way to colorado from the Tetons. Perfect spot to crash- so many spots, not crowded, and the camp hosts were so kind! you have to go to them to check in (they are in a little house on the edge of the site). Paid $17 for a site for the night.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Sep. 7, 2022

Nice site with tons of spaces

Stayed there one night on way to Tetons. Many sites and campground hosts so friendly. Mostly used for rallies and events. Restroom very clean with individual showers in restroom.

Siteso many sites could pick the one you wanted
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds by Carol J., September 7, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 21, 2022

Welcome stopover and gateway to Yellowstone country

Warm respite for weary travelers after 3 days of primitive camping and 8 hours crossing the Great Divide Basin desert following in the path of westward emigrant trails. The caretakers (just follow the signs) were amazing, invited me into their home, and treated me like a good neighbor. We arrived on the final night of the Sweetwater County Fair – aka ‘The Big Show’ – so we were treated to an awesome fireworks display (Wyoming!) $34/night for full camper hookups (water, sewer, 15A & 30A), hot showers, trash services, and they have ample stalls, so no pre-reservations are required.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds by Andrew D., August 21, 2022
Reviewed Jul. 24, 2022

Great RV Venue

We attended the International Newmar Rally there with over 700 other RVs. They are able to handle dining and entertainment. The RV spots are all back in but if there it is possible to park across two or three so you don’t have to unhook. The staff was great and full hookup utilities very good. Plenty of gravel spots. WiFi spotty and ATT service bad.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Nov. 2, 2021

Basic overnight stop

With a nice view of a beautiful Wyoming mountain ridge, this is basically a massive RV park for events at the events center. It is close to I-80 behind an industrial park, so not an "unspoiled nature" experience by any stretch.

Well maintained 15/30/50 amp and water hookups. Round gravel surface (not sharp gravel, more like river gravel) with good drainage. Stopped here overnight to ride out a rainstorm. A little muddy in spots.

The caretaker and her husband were lovely folks and invited me into their warm and charming country home to pay for the site, where chicken and dumplings were cooking. They let my pup play in their yard with their pups for a few minutes. You can't plan or buy warm experiences with nice folks like that.

Good spot to stop and rest for the night on 80. Lots of restaurants, grocery stores, etc. in the area.

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Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Oct. 7, 2021

Zero thrills but cheap and convenient

Car camping and needed a place to sleep to break up my drive from Gunnison Colorado to grand Teton- $11 cash. Includes CLEAN restroom and shower. No breathtaking view, no trees or shade no real privacy other than the ability to space out. It’s perfect for what i needed it for, a safe, clean and convenient place to sleep for a few hours before hitting the road. It even seems like theirs WiFi so going to try watching some Netflix

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 4, 2021

Great 1 Night Stay

When I first investigated this and saw that it had 1,200 FHU sites I figured it must have been a typo. But, sure enough there are that many sites. We needed a 1 night stay and saw about a total of 20 other RVs. Easy access, easy setup and nice campground coordinator. Enjoyed a peaceful evening. Very clean and private restroom/shower facilities. Verizon signal was very good and we caught up on some streaming.

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Month of VisitAugust
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Reviewed Jul. 8, 2021

Very Pleasant

Phone message gave u complete details ..first come first serve. Many spaces. reception was very welcoming and informative price very reasonable

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Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping facilities are available at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs, Wyoming?

The Sweetwater Events Complex offers a massive camping area with over 1,200 full hookup sites on a gravel surface. Facilities include clean restrooms with individual showers, though you should bring your own soap and toilet paper. The complex features 15/30/50 amp electrical connections and water hookups at sites. While primarily designed for events and rallies, the campground welcomes individual travelers and provides a convenient location in town with views of the Wyoming mountain ridge. A friendly camp host lives on-site to assist visitors. The location is practical rather than scenic, situated behind an industrial park near I-80.

Can I bring my RV to the Sweetwater Events Complex campground?

Yes, the Sweetwater Events Complex is specifically designed for RVs with over 1,200 full hookup sites. The campground offers 15/30/50 amp electrical connections, water, and sewage dump at each site. The parking area is gravel and level, making setup easy. Sites are back-in style, though during less busy periods, you might be able to park across multiple spaces to avoid unhooking. The complex regularly hosts large RV rallies (700+ RVs) and provides excellent utilities for RV camping.

How much does it cost to camp at the Sweetwater County Fairgrounds?

Camping fees at the Sweetwater Events Complex Fairgrounds vary depending on your needs, but are generally reasonable. Recent visitors have paid between $11-$49 per night. Some travelers mentioned paying $17 for a night's stay, while others noted a $30 rate. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and payment is made upon arrival directly to the camp host who lives in a small house at the corner of the camping area. Cash is accepted, and the caretakers may sometimes adjust prices based on specific needs.

Is there free camping near Rock Springs, WY?

While the Sweetwater Events Complex itself isn't free (rates typically range from $11-49 per night), it provides an affordable option for overnight stays in Rock Springs. For truly free camping near Rock Springs, you'll need to look to public lands outside the immediate town area. The surrounding BLM lands offer dispersed camping options at no cost, though these lack facilities. National Forest areas in the greater region also provide free camping opportunities, but they're further from town. If budget is a primary concern, the fairgrounds remains one of the most economical options with full facilities in the immediate Rock Springs area.