Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest manages this tent-only campground at Vedauwoo, a rocky formation area in southeastern Wyoming known for its unusual granite outcroppings. Water hookups are available on site, and pets are permitted. Access involves rough road conditions, so low-clearance vehicles may have difficulty. Reservations are accepted, which is worth noting given the area's popularity with climbers and hikers. Several other options sit close by, including Vedauwoo Campground about 0.3 miles southwest. The $20 nightly fee is standard for Forest Service sites in this region, and booking ahead is advisable for summer weekends.
Description
Overview
Vedauwoo Tent Campground contains a loop of 20 tent-only sites. All sites have tables, fire rings, trash pick up and access to vault toilets. Water may be available inside the main campground, look for the water handpump in the main campground's northern loop containing sites 19-29. There is access to rock climbing and a nature trail through the rocks. The Vedauwoo Tent Campground will have a mix of reservation sites and first-come, first-served sites for the 2025 season. If you are not reserving your site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by cash or check once you are at the campground.
Recreation
The rock formations at Vedauwoo provide oppotrunity for all types of rock climbing. Sightseeing and wildflower viewing begin within a short walk or drive from any campsite. Turtle Rock trail leaves from the campground and winds its way between multiple rock formations while passing meadows, streams, beaver ponds and forested areas. Box Canyon trail leaves from the picnic area, contains great views along a short distance and is fully accessible to people with disabilities.
Facilities
Vedauwoo Tent Campground accomodates only tents with parking spaces for a normal sized vehicle. Sites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and pedestal grills. The campground also offers vault toilets, trash receptacles, and a water handpump. No electrical hook-ups, water hook-ups, or black water hook-ups are available. Handpump water may be available in the main campground from July to September. These dates may vary due to weather, well and/or pump maintenance, and water testing requirements. As such, we encourage you to bring your own water or call ahead.
Natural Features
The campground winds around the boulders, slabs and cliffs of the Vedauwoo rock formation. The formation is made up of 10 square miles of weathered Sherman granite, providing lots of space to explore. The vegetation is a variety of Limber pine, Engleman spruce, Douglas fir, and Aspen. The general area was once used as a hideout for outlaws. Native Americans thought playful spirits piled up the boulders.
Nearby Attractions
Popular attractions near this campground include Turtle Rock Trail, Box Canyon Trail, and the Tie City trail system.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsVedauwoo Tent Campground is located in Wyoming near Buford
Directions
From Laramie, WY, take Interstate 80 east 15.8 miles to Vedauwoo Road/ exit 329. Exit and go to stop sign; turn left onto Vedauwoo Rd. and go 1.2 miles. Turn left at sign and go 0.6 miles to campground.
Coordinates
41.160062 N
105.372697 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 48 usersLast on 7/26/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 7/26/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
