Nash Fork
This campground was decommissioned for 10 years due to pine beetle infestation. Through a partnership with Common Outdoor Ground, Forest Service employees were able to clean up the campground and get it in working order in 2021. The campground still doesn't have many trees, but it is just as beautiful as before. Nearly 1,000 seedlings were planted in 2025. It was recently closed in 2023 for a renovation to make the campground more accessible. Areas that were addressed for accessibility include campfire rings, site paths to connect spaces, and ramps for easier grade changes.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 24 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
23 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 02 | Back-in | 75 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 04 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Pull-through | 70 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Back-in | 43 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 08 | Back-in | 66 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | 78 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 10 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 11 | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
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 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | $20 per site. No Credit cards accepted. Must have exact change or pay by check. |
| Accessibility | Sites 01, 02, 07, 09 and 10 more are listed accessible |
There are 24 sites with access to a picnic table, fire ring, trash collection, and vault toilets. No water is availale in this campground, please pack your own in. No electrical hook-ups, water hook-ups, or black water hook-ups are available.
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 | Early July (weather dependent) to Early October (weather dependent) |
| Forest | Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG |
| Booking | Please see Recreation.gov for reservation information. |
| Fees | $20 per site. No Credit cards accepted. Must have exact change or pay by check. |
| Rules | Dogs must be leashed in the campground. The campground still doesn't have many trees, but it is just as beautiful as before. The Nash Fork Creek meanders through the campground. Can accomodate trailers up to 22 feet |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Laramie, travel west 25 miles to Centennial on WY 130; Nash Fork is west 7.8 miles from Centennial to Brooklyn Lake Rd/ Forest Route 317. Turn right onto FR 317 and go 0.1 miles then turn left into campground.
| Nearest town | Laramie, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 41.3588° N, 106.2357° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Modifications on reservations are not allowed for this site.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Koyoty Sports & Trophy Room Artistry ↗ | 30.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.6 mi |
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Nash Fork Campground Review: 10,200 Ft Camping in Medicine Bow National Forest
Worth a stop
The campground is 4 miles from the Libby Flats Observation Area. Visitors can find many more outdoor opportunities in the surrounding Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest including hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing, and winter sports.
- 3.8 miMiner's Cabin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4.7 mi
- 5 miTipple Trail Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miNorth Fork ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miSheep Lake ↗8.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miLibby Creek4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miLost-Glacier Lakes3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miBarber Lake3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miShelf Lakes Trail1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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 11.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 11.3 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Brooklyn LodgeBuilding · Centennial · 0.2 mi
- Libby LodgeBuilding · Centennial · 4.1 mi
- Centennial Work CenterHistoric district · Centennial · 5.4 mi
Natural features
Nash Fork Creek meanders next to the campground. There are 102 recreational lakes in this area, with an extensive network of trails linking them including Brooklyn Lake, which is located 3 miles north of campground. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompass nearly 3 million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, marmots, moose, and mule deer are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands.
Recreation
Fishing opportunities are plenty with 102 recreational lakes in this area. An extensive network of trails have multiple points of entry along Forest Service Road 317 which will take you to Brooklyn Lake, located 3 miles north of campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Nash Fork?
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 Nash Fork?
$20 per site. No Credit cards accepted. Must have exact change or pay by check.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Nash Fork?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Nash Fork open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Early July (weather dependent) to Early October (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Nash Fork have?
28 sites, including 24 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Nash Fork?
Nash Fork is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Nash Fork?
Yes, pets are allowed at Nash Fork. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Nash Fork?
Sites 01, 02, 07, and 09 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 14 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 Nash Fork?
Fishing opportunities are plenty with 102 recreational lakes in this area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Nash Fork?
Laramie, Wyoming. The campground is 4 miles from the Libby Flats Observation Area.
Source: Getting there
What if Nash Fork is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Brooklyn Lake Campground (1.2 mi, partly first-come), Sugarloaf Campground (3 mi, partly first-come), and North Fork (3.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby