Bobbie Thomson Campground
Currently closed for the season. The Laramie Ranger District has not yet opened this campground for 2026. Nearby campgrounds Pine, Willow, Vedauwoo, and Yellow Pine are open. Opening typically occurs in late May to early June depending on snow conditions.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
About
Bobbie Thomson Campground is a primitive, first-come, first-served campground located at 8,800 feet elevation in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The 16 campsites are situated along Douglas Creek, which offers fishing opportunities. Two pull-through sites accommodate RVs, though the remote access road with a single-lane bridge crossing limits suitability for very large rigs. The campground is accessed via a scenic but winding route from Albany, Wyoming, following Forest Roads 500 and 542 through the Fox Park area. Due to the high elevation, the campground is subject to seasonal closures based on snow conditions, typically opening in late spring or early summer and closing in fall.
Directions
From Laramie, take WY 130 west 21.7 miles to WY 11. Turn left and go 13 miles to Albany. From Albany, take Forest Route 500 for 2.8 miles to the Keystone sign at FR 542 at the Y intersection. Bear left onto FR 542 and go 5.8 miles to another Y intersection. Bear left toward Fox Park and go 1.3 miles to the campground sign, turn right crossing a single-lane bridge, then go 0.8 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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