Half Moon Lake Campground
Half Moon Lake campground is situated just off the northeast shore of Half Moon Lake at an elevation of 7,600 feet in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Wyoming.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
17 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Back-in | 68 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Pull-through | 110 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This campground offers 17 sites; three of these provide direct lake access. Each site is well screened by willows and equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring. There are two vault toilets within the campground. Approximately 1/2 mile down the main road is the boat launch site, with a dock and additional vault toilets. No drinking water is available. Proper food storage is required.
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 1st |
| Forest | Bridger-Teton National Forest |
| Booking | There are 11 reservable sites. For reservations, call Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $12/Night for single unit |
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Getting there
To reach the campground from Pinedale, drive to the east side of town and turn northeast onto the Fremont Lake road, passing the Pinedale Ranger District Office. Continue straight on the main road for approximately 10 miles to Half Moon Lake Road. Turn right onto road and continue for approximately two miles to campground access road.
| Nearest town | Pinedale, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 42.9365° N, 109.7600° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | The Great Outdoor Shop ↗ | 7.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Museum of the Mountain Man, located in Pinedale, features a large collection of Rocky Mountain fur trade artifacts, Native American displays, as well as history of the settlement of Sublette County. In July look for the annual Green River Rendezvous.
- 5.9 miLong Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8 miBoulder Lake Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miWhite Pine-Sweeny Creek ↗5.6 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.7 miWhite Pine-Old Road Trail1.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.9 miGrouse Mountain Trail ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miWhite Pine- Grouse Mountain ↗6.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.9 miWhite Pine-Half Moon Tie-In0.7 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.1 miHalf Moon Lodge Cuttoff0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miSweeney Creek ATV Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
- 0.7 miSweeney Creek Cross Country Ski Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
- 1.2 miKelly Park Cross Country Ski Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
- 1.3 miHalf Moon 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 Wilderness, which overlaps Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inBridger Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 426,751 acres
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 15 miFitzpatrick Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 198,906 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
On the National Register nearby
- Log Cabin MotelHistoric district · Pinedale · 6.9 mi
- Cora TownsiteHistoric district · Cora · 11.1 mi
- Ddz Bridge over New Fork RiverStructure · Boulder · 13 mi
Natural features
Half Moon Lake was created by glacial movements and is now surrounded by the foot hills of the Wind River Mountains. Along the lakeshore and the hillsides you will find lodgepole pine, Douglas-fir and aspen stands interspersed with sagebrush and rocky outcroppings.
Recreation
This lake provides many recreational activities. Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout and other various species of fish native to the area. Visitors also enjoy water sports such as boating, swimming, canoeing and paddle boarding. Two miles down the gravel road is an excellent hiking trail for users of all abilities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Half Moon Lake Campground?
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 Half Moon Lake Campground?
$12/Night for single unit
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Half Moon Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Half Moon Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June 1st.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Half Moon Lake Campground have?
18 sites, including 17 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Half Moon Lake Campground?
Half Moon Lake Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Half Moon Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Half Moon Lake Campground?
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 Half Moon Lake Campground?
This lake provides many recreational activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Half Moon Lake Campground?
Pinedale, Wyoming. The Museum of the Mountain Man, located in Pinedale, features a large collection of Rocky Mountain fur trade artifacts, Native American displays, as well as history of the settlement of Sublette County.
Source: Getting there
What if Half Moon Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fremont Lake (1.8 mi), Trails End Campground (4.7 mi), and North Boulder Lake Campground (7.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby