Green River Lakes
Green River Lakes Campground is located near the shores of beautiful Lower Green River Lake, at an elevation of 8,000 feet. The lake sits on the western edge of the rugged Wind River Range in Wyoming. Visitors enjoy hiking and backpacking into the adjacent Bridger Wilderness, as well as fishing and canoeing on the lake.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 38 |
| Group sites | 3 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
41 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | GREEN RIVER LAKES | Group | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| B | GREEN RIVER LAKES | Group | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| C | GREEN RIVER LAKES | Group | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 50 / 30 |
| 1 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 2 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 3 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 4 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 5 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 6 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
| 7 | Green River Lakes Campground | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 35 / 15 |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
The campground contains three large-group campsites with picnic tables, food storage locker, campfire circles and grills. Sites A and B can accommodate up to 35 people each, and site C can accommodate up to 50 people. Vault toilets and drinking water are available. A campground host may be located on-site. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are dirt. Parking for the group sites are not designed for large RVs or trailers. 36 additional single sites are available within the campground, they are first come/first served. No reservations.
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 | July 1st |
| Forest | Bridger-Teton National Forest |
| Booking | Green River Lakes Group Campround site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or at www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $12/Night for single unit, $35-70/Night for group site |
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Getting there
From Pinedale, drive 7 miles west on U.S. Highway 191. Turn north onto Wyoming Highway 352 and continue 25 miles to the forest boundary, where the pavement ends. Continue on the dirt road for 18 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Pinedale, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 43.3114° N, 109.8611° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | The Great Outdoor Shop ↗ | 30.7 mi |
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Green River Lakes Campground Review -Wind River Mountains Wyoming
Worth a stop
Pinedale is the nearest full service community, and is located 50 miles south of the campground.
- 9.7 miGreen River Snowmobile Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miGl Snowmobile Trail ↗5.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.3 miGreen River/Highline Connector0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miLakeside3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miNew Fork/Porcupine ↗18.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miShirley Lake2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.2 miRoaring Fork2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miGreen River Lake - Lakeside Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
- 0.2 miGreen River Lake Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
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 Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 4.4 miFitzpatrick Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 198,906 acres
- 11.2 miBridger Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 426,751 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
Square Top Mountain towers over scenic Green River Lakes. This unique peak is part of the Wind River Range and tops out at an elevation of 11,581 feet. Most campsites afford scenic views of the peak and the lake below. Lodgepole pines dot the campground, offering very limited shade. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant in the area.
Recreation
The lake is open to small watercraft only, making it an excellent location for canoeing and kayaking. A primitive, carry-down boat launch is located at the lakeshore. Anglers fish for brook, cutthroat, rainbow and mackinaw trout. Hiking and horseback riding into the Bridger Wilderness and Wind River Range are popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the area. Trails in the area include the Continental Divide Trail, Highline Trail and Lakeside Trail. A trailhead parking area, horse corral and water trough are just outside the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Green River Lakes?
No. Green River Lakes is first-come, first-served. Green River Lakes Group Campround site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or at www.recreation.gov. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: Forest Service
How much does it cost to camp at Green River Lakes?
$12/Night for single unit, $35-70/Night for group site
Source: Forest Service
What time is check-in at Green River Lakes?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Forest Service
Is Green River Lakes open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season July 1st.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Green River Lakes have?
42 sites, including 38 standard sites without power and 3 group sites.
Source: Forest Service
Will my RV fit at Green River Lakes?
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
What is there to do at Green River Lakes?
The lake is open to small watercraft only, making it an excellent location for canoeing and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Green River Lakes?
Pinedale, Wyoming. Pinedale is the nearest full service community, and is located 50 miles south of the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Green River Lakes is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Green River Lake Group Campground (0.2 mi), Whiskey Grove Campground (8.9 mi), and Narrows Campground (14.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby