Ryan Park
Ryan Park Campground is located at 8,009 ft elevation on the Snowy Range Scenic Byway near Saratoga, Wyoming. The campground is next to Barrett Creek in the Medicine Bow National Forest and features 49 campsites (13 RV pull-through sites) and 1 group campsite. Sites feature picnic tables and fire grates, and toilets, potable water, and trash services are accessible during the summer season. Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 ft at all times. In addition to exploring the historic sites, visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, picnicking (also available at nearby Mirror Lake), horseback riding and wildlife viewing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| RV, no hookups | 10 |
| Group sites | 2 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
| Host/management | 14 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
34 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 017 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | 10 / 2 | ||
| 018 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 019 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 022 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Back-in | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 023 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 024 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 025 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 026 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 027 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | |
| 028 | Center Loop: Sites 017-033 | Standard | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 10 / 2 |
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 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Fees | $20 per night per site. Pay through online Reservation, Cash or Check(Please make checks to USDA Forest Service). Host on site. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. |
| Accessibility | Sites GS, 035, 036, 037 and 11 more are listed accessible |
Ryan Park boasts 42 campsites and one group campsite. The group site has 14 sites and can host up to 140 visitors. All campsites have picnic tables and campfire rings with grates.
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 | Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. |
| Fees | $20/ single site. $125/group site, 140 person maximum capacity. |
| Rules | Max trailer length: 30 ft |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Saratoga, Wyoming, travel south on Highway 130/230 for 8 miles. Turn left on Highway 130 and travel 12 miles east to Ryan Park Campground.
| Nearest town | Saratoga, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 41.3256° N, 106.4925° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Koyoty Sports & Trophy Room Artistry ↗ | 18.6 mi |
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Ryan Park Campground
Worth a stop
The historic Brush Creek Visitor Center is located 2.5 miles west of the campground and provides information on various outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
- 7 miMeadow Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.4 miSilver Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.9 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miBcwc Horse Trail1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miTie Hack ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miStump Hollow ATV1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.4 miMullison ATV2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.7 miRalph Hesson Interp ↗under 0.1 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 7.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.8 miSavage Run Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 15,284 acres
- 14.2 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
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On the National Register nearby
- Headquarters Park Historic DistrictHistoric district · Centennial · 6.9 mi
- DML-Butler BridgeStructure · Encampment · 9 mi
- Brooklyn LodgeBuilding · Centennial · 13.6 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated in a mountainous area along Barrett Creek in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The surrounding forest consists of evergreen trees and aspen that turn golden in fall. 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
- The Snowy Range area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in southeast Wyoming. The Laramie Ranger District, Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District, and Parks Ranger District manage portions of the Snowy Range. Year-round recreation uses include hiking, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, skiing, OHV riding, camping, and biking. Primary access across the Snowy Range is by Highway 130, known as t
- 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
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ryan Park?
Sites at Ryan Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ryan Park?
$20 per night per site. Pay through online Reservation, Cash or Check(Please make checks to USDA Forest Service). Host on site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ryan Park?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Ryan Park open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Ryan Park have?
48 sites, including 21 standard sites without power, 10 RV sites without hookups, 2 group sites, and 1 tent-only site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ryan Park?
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 there accessible sites at Ryan Park?
Sites GS, 035, 036, and 037 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 15 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
Is there cell service at Ryan Park?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Ryan Park?
The Snowy Range area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in southeast Wyoming. The Laramie Ranger District, Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District, and Parks Ranger District manage portions of the Snowy Range. Year-round recreation uses include hiking, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, skiing,
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ryan Park?
Saratoga, Wyoming. The historic Brush Creek Visitor Center is located 2.5 miles west of the campground and provides information on various outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
Source: Getting there
What if Ryan Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Brush Creek Campground (1.4 mi, partly first-come), Lincoln Park Campground (3.5 mi, partly first-come), and Corral Creek Campground (6.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby