North Fork
This is a large, RV-friendly campground. The sound of the North Fork of the Little Laramie River can be heard throughout most of the campground. The campground is at 9,200ft and it is popular for RV camping, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking. This campground will have a mix of reservation sites and first-come, first-served sites for the 2026 season. If you are not reserving your site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by cash or check once you are at the campground. Modifications on reservations are not allowed for this site.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 60 |
| Host/management | 32 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
60 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Center | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Center | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Center | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Center | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Center | Back-in | Gravel | None | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
A total of 60 campsites are divided into two sections. Some sites lie along the river banks. Picnic tables, vault toilets, and trash collection are provided. No electrical hook-ups, water hook-ups, or black water hook-ups are available. Handpump water may be available in this campground from July to September.
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. |
| Forest | Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG |
| Booking | Please see Recreation.gov for reservation information. |
| Fees | $20 per site |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Centennial, Wyoming, take State Highway 130 west for 3.7 miles to Sand Lake Road/Forest Road 101. Turn right and drive 2 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Laramie, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 41.3608° N, 106.1717° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- This is due to limited capacity to update reservation placards when concerning last minute modifications as well as limited functionality with the modifications feature in recreation.gov which has onl
- As such, we encourage you to bring your own water or call ahead.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 31.9 mi |
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Worth a stop
Visitors can find many more outdoor opportunities in the surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
- 7.1 miMiner's Cabin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8 mi
- 8.2 miTipple Trail Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miNorth Fork Cg Connector0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miNorth Fork ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miLittle Laramie Trail System ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miSki Area Trail 20.6 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 2.2 miLibby Creek4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miBarber Lake3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.6 miLittle Laramie Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG
- 2.6 miCorner Mountain Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG
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 13.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.6 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
- Libby LodgeBuilding · Centennial · 2.7 mi
- Brooklyn LodgeBuilding · Centennial · 3.2 mi
- Centennial Work CenterHistoric district · Centennial · 3.7 mi
Natural features
Located at an elevation of 9,200 feet, the campground sits in a thick forest of lodgepole pine and spruce. The sound of the Little Laramie River can be heard from most campsites. 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, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands.
Recreation
Mountain bikers and hikers have the ease of accessing the scenic, well-known North Fork Trail #390 from the campground. Visitors who would like a more leisurely experience can drive the scenic Highway 130 or take in the view at the North Fork Overlook nearby. Anglers can fish for trout in the clear mountain waters of the North Fork of the Little Laramie.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at North 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 North Fork?
$20 per site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at North Fork?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is North Fork open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does North Fork have?
92 sites, including 60 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at North Fork?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at North Fork?
Yes, pets are allowed at North Fork. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at North Fork?
Mountain bikers and hikers have the ease of accessing the scenic, well-known North Fork Trail #390 from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to North Fork?
Laramie, Wyoming. Visitors can find many more outdoor opportunities in the surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
Source: Getting there
What if North Fork is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Libby Creek Willow Campground (2.7 mi), Libby Creek Pine Campground (2.8 mi), and Libby Creek Aspen Campground (2.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby