Brooks Lake Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Expected to open June 12, 2026, snow dependent. Operating season runs through approximately October 20. First-come, first-served only; no advance reservations. No potable water available due to inoperable water system.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 2:17AM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty Winds...could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Northwest WY...Fire Weather Zone 286. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Park. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 13 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Highs in the upper 70s to middle 80s.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 8:54PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty Winds could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Northwest WY...Fire Weather Zone 286. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Park. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 12 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Lows in the lower 50s. Highs in the upper 70s.
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.
About
Brooks Lake Campground sits at 9,200 feet elevation in the Shoshone National Forest, offering 13 campsites with stunning views of Brooks Lake and the surrounding Absaroka Range. Each site features RV parking, a tent pad, bear box, fire ring with grill, and picnic table. The campground serves as a gateway to the Washakie Wilderness, with trails departing directly from camp to access a network of backcountry mountain lakes. The campground provides vault toilets but campers must bring their own drinking water as the water system is currently inoperable. Food storage in the provided bear boxes is mandatory due to active bear presence in the area. Payment is by cash or check only. Activities include fishing on Brooks Lake, day hiking, backpacking into the wilderness, and wildlife viewing. The high elevation means snow-dependent opening dates, typically mid to late June, with closure around October 20. A 16-day stay limit applies. The campground is not accessible to those with mobility impairments.
Directions
From Dubois, take US 26/287 north 23 miles to Forest Road 515. Go 4.5 miles north, and bear left at Brooks Lake to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 455-2466 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Shoshone NF - Brooks Lake Campground |
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