Eight miles of rough gravel road stand between Rim Campground and the outskirts of Casper, and that distance does most of the work keeping crowds thin. One reviewer made the drive in a Prius, though the pace stayed well under 20 mph for much of the route. The payoff is a forested BLM site atop Muddy Mountain where, as Jess D. puts it, visitors "didnt see many people around and had a nice view from our campsite."
Sites here are roomy enough for two tents and spaced with enough separation to give each group some breathing room. Four vault toilets serve the campground, and reviewers note they tend to be stocked with toilet paper. Individual garbage cans at each site keep things tidy. The surrounding trails are described as relatively level, making them accessible to most fitness levels. Cell service is listed as available, which is worth confirming given the elevation and terrain.
Campers heading back toward campgrounds near Casper can stop at Garden Creek Waterfall along the route, adding a low-effort side trip to the visit. Nearby, Lodgepole Campground sits just 0.3 miles to the southwest for those who want to compare options in the area. No pets are permitted at Rim Campground. Late June visits have produced very few insects, so early summer tends to be a reasonable window before the heat of July sets in.
Description
Nestled under the pine trees of Muddy Mountain and overlooking the valley below, Rim Campground provides 8 camping sites that include level tent pads and fire rings, with a few pull-through sites for large trailers/RVs. One double-vaulted toilet is provided for camper's comfort. Two trailheads provide access to Muddy Mountain's ADA accessible hiking trails linking campers to nearby Lodgepole Campground and to over a mile of single track trails for hikers and assistive devices only. Potable water is not available at this campground, but is available at the nearby Lodgepole Campground. Fees: $7/site/night and $3/extra vehicle/night. Access Pass and Senior Pass holders receive half off their camping fees.
Fee Info
$7.00/night and $3.00/night for 2nd vehicle. Access Pass and Senior Pass Holders receive half off camping rates. Cash or check is accepted.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRim Campground is located in Wyoming near Casper
Directions
From Casper, drive south on WY Highway 251 to the top Casper Mountain, where the state highway ends but continues on as County Road 505. Continue for approximately 3 miles until the pavement ends, then continue an additional 2 miles to the intersection with Circle Drive (County Road 505). Continuing straight, follow the BLM gravel road for another 4.5 more miles to Muddy Mountain EEA. Upon entering the EEA, continue straight and travel .25 miles to the campground on your left.
Address
Casper Field Office
Casper, WY 82604
Coordinates
42.680857 N
106.25858 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/22/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/22/26
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/22/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/22/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 36 min from Casper, WY
- 2 hrs 57 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 3 hrs 16 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 3 hrs 41 min from Greeley, CO
