Lodgepole Campground
Nestled under the pine trees of Muddy Mountain, Lodgepole Campground provides 15 camping sites that include level tent pads and fire rings, with a few pull-through sites for large trailers/RVs. Two double-vaulted toilets are provided for camper's comfort. Two trailheads provide access to Muddy Mountain's ADA accessible hiking trails linking campers to nearby Rim Campground and to over a mile of single track trails for hikers and assistive devices only. Potable water is available is quench your thirst after a day of fun.
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Amenities & rules
| Fees | $7.00/night and $3.00/night for extra vehicle for camping. Access Pass and Senior Pass Holders receive half off camping rates. Cash or check is accepted. |
| Stay limit | 14 nights |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Casper, drive south on WY Highway 251 to the top Casper Mountain, where the state highway ends but continues on as County Road 505. Continue for approximately 3 miles until the pavement ends, then continue an additional 2 miles to the intersection with Circle Drive (County Road 505).
| Nearest town | Casper, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 42.6774° N, 106.2636° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireChalk Mountain
24 mi from the campground · 124 acres · 91% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 12 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.4 mi |
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lodgepole Campground?
No. Lodgepole Campground is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: How first-come camping works
How much does it cost to camp at Lodgepole Campground?
$7.00/night and $3.00/night for extra vehicle for camping. Access Pass and Senior Pass Holders receive half off camping rates. Cash or check is accepted.
How long can I stay at Lodgepole Campground?
14 nights
Is there cell service at Lodgepole Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Lodgepole Campground?
Casper, Wyoming.
Source: Getting there
What if Lodgepole Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rim Campground (0.4 mi, first-come), Buffaloberry Campground (18.3 mi, first-come), and Chalk Bluffs Campground (18.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby