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Public LandU.S. Forest Service

Pelton Creek Campground

Fox Park, Wyoming · 8,264 ft

Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source

At a glance

2 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026

Price per night
$14Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
Sites
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Hookups
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Elevation
8,264 ft2,519 m
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About

The campground is at the eastern edge of the Platte River Wilderness, and has 15 sites. It is a single loop with one side running parallel to Pelton Creek among Lodgepole pines. Some sites overlook the creek and a meadow. The understory is grass and the sites are fairly close together providing minimal privacy. A trailhead provides wilderness access via the Douglas Creek Trail or the Platte Ridge Trail. 14 day stay limit. Stock unloading facility near campground, however no stock are allowed in the campground. Picnic tables, toilets, drinking water, fire grates and no refuse receptacles (pack out your own trash, leave no trace). Fishing is available in Douglas Creek.This area is located in the Snowy Range and is managed by the Laramie Ranger District.

Fees: Overnight Use:

From Overture Maps Foundation — Places, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit

Cell service

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FCC map: no coverage reported

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  • AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
  • T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map

Cell service at Pelton Creek Campground: FCC map Dec 2025

Weather

National Weather Service

  • WedPatchy Fog, 72% chance of rain39°28°
  • ThuLight Snow Likely, 69% chance of rain41°12°
  • FriWidespread Frost then Sunny51°19°
  • SatSunny56°22°
  • SunMostly Sunny, 3% chance of rain56°23°

Nearby camping

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3 more within 25 mi

Dispersed camping nearby

Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.

Location and contact

41.07364, -106.30353
Managed by
U.S. Forest ServiceFederal operator
Nearest town
Fox Park

Data from Overture Maps Foundation — Places, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites

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