Friend Park Campground
Situated at the base of Laramie Peak, the Friend Park Campground has 11 sites surrounded by firs, pines, and aspens with beautiful Friend Park to the southwest. A favorite of both tent and trailer campers, it is another great location for recreating within the Laramie Peak Unit of the Douglas Ranger District. The campground is popular for OHV riding, fishing, hiking, hunting, mountain biking, or just getting away to relax.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
11 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 2 | Main | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 3 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 7 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 8 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 9 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Main | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 11 | Main | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 4 | Walk-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 5 | Walk-in | Partial | 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. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $20 - single site per night |
There are 11 campsites in a lightly wooded, rocky area with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, vault toilets, trash collection, and potable water. Most campsites have abundant shade and several of the walk-in sites are spaced far enough apart to have a dispersed feel. Potable water is typically available in this campground from early June to late November. These dates may vary due to weather. Potable water availability may vary due to well and/or pump maintenance, and water testing requirements.
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 October |
| Forest | Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG |
| Booking | recreation.gov |
| Fees | $20 per site. |
| Rules | No horses in the campground. |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
DIRECTIONS. Campground is approximately 47 miles South of Douglas, WY. Take Hwy 94 (Esterbrook Road) south from Douglas for 17 miles. Continue south on CR 5 for 11 miles, then southwest 15 miles on CR5, turn left (SE) on FSRD 671 for 2 miles to FSRD 661 then 1 mile to the campground.
| Coordinates | 42.2561° N, 105.4848° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- As such, we encourage you to bring your own drinking water or call ahead.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 23.8 mi |
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Friend Park Campground - Medicine Bow National Forest - Laramie Peak - Wyoming
Worth a stop
Visitors can find many outdoor opportunities in the surrounding area including OHV riding, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, sightseeing, rock climbing, photography, and horseback riding. Fishing opportunities nearby in Friend Creek and Upper Horseshoe Creek. Sunday services available nearby at the historic Esterbrook Community Church (non-denominational).
- under 0.1 miLaramie Peak Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miFriend Park Trail3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miLaramie Peak Trail ↗4.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.7 miRoaring Fork Creek ↗9.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miAshenfelder Creek Trail ↗6.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- under 0.1 miLaramie Peak Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG · Season June to October
- 1.1 miRoaring Fork Creek Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG · Season June 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.
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Natural features
The campground is at an elevation of 7,572 feet within a mature stand of ponderosa pine, along with aspen and firs. Several of the walk-in sites have a great view of Laramie Peak. The general area is intermixed with timber, meadows and large rock formations. The highest peak in the Laramie Range at 10,200 feet, Laramie Peak was once a welcome sign to pioneers on the Oregon and Mormon trails, as well as the first ‘real' mountain most had ever seen.
Recreation
The Laramie Peak area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in Central Wyoming. The Douglas Ranger District manages the Laramie Peak and Thunder basin National Grasslands areas. Year-round recreation uses include hiking, fishing, hunting, OHV riding, camping, biking, horseback trail riding, and rock climbing. Primary access across the district is by I-25 and Highway 59. The Laramie Peak Connector Trail leaves the campground and leads to the Friend Park Trail and Laramie Peak Trail. Hiking access to the Roaring Fork Trail is located along the nearby FSRD 661.A. There are many fishing opportunities just below the campground in Friend Creek and the beaver ponds along the Connector Trial. Other fishing areas are along the Upper Horseshoe Creek on National Forest System lands and WY State Trust land.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Friend Park Campground?
Sites at Friend Park Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Friend Park Campground?
$20 - single site per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Friend Park Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Friend Park Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Friend Park Campground have?
11 sites, including 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Friend Park Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Friend Park Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Friend Park Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Friend Park Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No horses in the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Friend Park Campground?
The Laramie Peak area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in Central Wyoming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Friend Park Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Curtis Gulch Campground (12.6 mi), Esterbrook Campground (14.2 mi), and Campbell Creek Campground (22.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby