Jack Creek Campground
Closed for the season. The campground operates mid-June through October, weather dependent. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 1:51PM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM MDT TUESDAY FOR LOW RH AND WIND GUSTS EXCEEDING 25 MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...West to northwest at 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 18 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 1:51PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM MDT TUESDAY FOR LOW RH AND WIND GUSTS EXCEEDING 25 MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...West to northwest at 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 18 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
Jack Creek Campground is a moderately-used Forest Service campground located in the scenic Sierra Madre Range within Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. The campground offers 16 campsites, including 4 pull-through sites suitable for RVs and trailers. Each site features a fire ring and picnic table. A vault toilet is available, and pets are permitted on leash. The surrounding area provides excellent recreational opportunities. Primitive roads offer OHV riding, and both motorized and non-motorized sections of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail are accessible nearby. The Snowy Range area features over 100 alpine lakes and numerous hiking trails for day trips or extended backcountry adventures. Popular nearby attractions include Silver Lake, Lake Marie Falls, Mirror Lake, and Medicine Bow Peak Trail. The nearby Jack Creek Guard Station and Jack Creek Crew Quarters are also available for rental through Recreation.gov for those seeking a cabin experience.
Directions
From Saratoga, WY: travel west on Carbon County Road 500 approximately 16 miles to the junction with County Road 405. Stay left and travel 3 miles to the Forest boundary where the road becomes Forest Road 452. Continue on FR 452 for 5 miles to Jack Creek Campground.
Location
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 | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 326-5258 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Jack Creek Campground |
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