Six Mile Campground
Six Mile Gap Campground is 2 miles off Highway 230. Located in a saddle above the North Platte River and provides access to the North Platte River and Platte River Wilderness Area. Number of sites: 6 and 3 pull-thru sites max trailer length: 30 AMENITIES: Picnic tables, bear canisters for food storage, vault toilets, potable water, fire grates, there is also NO Trash Service At ths location, please Pack-it-in-Pack-it-Out ELEVATION: 7,606 fire bans/RESTRICTIONS: Please check with the Brush Creek Hayden Ranger station prior to your arrival to find out if campfires are allowed as fire restrictions and fire bans can go into effect at any given time. ACTIVITIES: FLOATING: North Platte River.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
Site guide
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 002 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 003 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 004 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 005 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 006 | 10 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 007 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $20 per site. |
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 9 campsites, 6 are reservable through recreation.gov, the rest are first-come, first-served. |
| Fees | $20 per site. |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 41.0444° N, 106.3990° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMagic Feather Broadcast Rx
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 22.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Koyoty Sports & Trophy Room Artistry ↗ | 35.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Trails nearby
- 0.1 miPlatte River ↗8.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.8 miPlatte East2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.9 miPlatte Ridge ↗7.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miSix Mile Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG · Season May to October
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
This campground sits inside Platte River Wilderness.
- inPlatte River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 24,051 acres
- 7.5 miSavage Run Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 15,284 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.
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Natural features
The Snowy Range rises from sagebrush and lodgepole pine forests in lower elevations to spruce-fir forests and alpine areas in the high country. The area offers views of rugged peaks over 12,000 feet, gorgeous snow-melt lakes and stunning displays of native wildflowers.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Six Mile 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 Six Mile Campground?
$20 per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Six Mile 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 Six Mile Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Six Mile Campground?
Six Mile Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Six Mile Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Six Mile Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Six Mile Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Six Mile Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Pelton Creek (5.4 mi), Miller Lake Dispersed Campground (12.8 mi, first-come), and French Creek Campground (13.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby