French Creek Campground
French Creek Campground is located on Forest Road 206. The Lower Tie Hack trailhead is.25 mile east of the campground.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
Site guide
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 002 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 003 | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 004 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Back-in | 19 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Payment and Fees. $14 per night per site. Self Services Fee area. Cash & Checks only. Please make Checks out To: (USDA Forest Service) |
| Accessibility | Sites 004, 005, 006, 007 and 4 more are listed accessible |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG |
| Booking | Of the 11 campsites, 7 of them can be reserved on recreation.gov, the rest are first-come, first-served. |
| Fees | $14 per site. |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Riverside, WY take Hwy 230 east 4 miles to County Road 660. Take County Road 660 approximately 14 miles to the Forest boundary and continue to campground on Forest Road 206 for approximately one mile.
| Nearest town | Saratoga, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 41.2263° N, 106.4804° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Facilities include 11 campsites (small trailers only up to 32 feet), water, picnic tables, toilets, fire grates and Trash Service is NOT Provided.
- No water or trash services beyond mid September.) Fishing access is available nearby in both North and South French Creeks.
Charges and cancellations
If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel? Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites. Changes If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for: • Adding or removing nights to your stay. • Changing to a different campsite. Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate. Cancellations You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees: • $10 cancellation fee • Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking) • Any previous change fees Late cancellation penalties may also apply: What is “Late”? For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Koyoty Sports & Trophy Room Artistry ↗ | 23.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 35.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
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Worth a stop
- 8.7 miMeadow Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.1 miSilver Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.3 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miTie Hack ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.7 miSavage Run ↗8.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 5 miSavage Run Extention Trail1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miTie Hack Lower Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG · Season June
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Savage Run Wilderness begins about 2.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.3 miSavage Run Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 15,284 acres
- 7.7 miPlatte River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 24,051 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- DML-Butler BridgeStructure · Encampment · 8.5 mi
- Headquarters Park Historic DistrictHistoric district · Centennial · 10 mi
Recreation
The Snowy Range offers endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Specifically, the Snowy Range contains a network of hiking trails suitable for day hiking and for extended, backcountry trips. Additionally, Streams and over 100 lakes in the area provide a variety of challenging recreational-fishing opportunities in the area. Popular attractions near this campground include Silver Lake, Lake Marie Falls, Mirror Lake, Medicine Bow Peak Trail, French Creek Canyon Trail and Miners Cabin Trail. Winter activities in the area include snowshoeing and skiing. Mountain Biking Areas for Mountain Biking at Snowy Range Area • Bow River Campground • Deep Creek Campground • French Creek Campground • French Creek Canyon Trail • Keystone Cabins • Lake Owen Trailhead • Little Brooklyn Guard Station • Little Laramie Trailhead • North Fork Campground • Pinkham Mountain Trailhead • Rock Creek Trailhead • Sheep Lake Trailhead • Snow Survey Cabin • Spruce Mountain Fire Lookout • Tie Hack Lower Trailhead • Tie Hack Upper Trailhead • Tipple Trail Trailhead Mountain Climbing Areas for Mountain Climbing at Snowy Range Area • Lewis Lake Picnic Site • Libby Lake Picnic Site Day Hiking Areas for…
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at French Creek Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at French Creek Campground?
Payment and Fees. $14 per night per site. Self Services Fee area.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at French Creek Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at French Creek Campground?
You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees: • $10 cancellation fee • Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking) • Any previous change fees Late cancellation penalties may also apply: What is “Late”?
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is French Creek Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does French Creek Campground have?
11 sites, including 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at French Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at French Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at French Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at French Creek Campground?
Sites 004, 005, 006, and 007 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 8 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at French Creek Campground?
The Snowy Range offers endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to French Creek Campground?
Saratoga, Wyoming.
Source: Getting there
What if French Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Corral Creek Campground (5.4 mi, first-come), Bennett Peak Campground (6.3 mi, first-come), and Bennett Creek Campground (6.4 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby