Lodgepole Campground
Closed for the winter season. Muddy Mountain Road was closed January 6, 2026 and typically reopens in late May or early June when conditions improve. The 14-night stay limit applies. No reservations; all sites are first-come, first-served.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Lodgepole Campground is a developed BLM campground within the 1,260-acre Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area in Natrona County, Wyoming. The campground provides 15 sites under natural pine tree shade, each equipped with a level tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table with inset legs. A few pull-through sites accommodate larger trailers and RVs. Two double-vault toilets serve campers, and potable water is available near the campground entrance. The campground connects to over a mile of single-track trails reserved for hikers and mobility devices, including a 2-mile ADA-accessible interpretive nature trail with 28 interpretive signs and two scenic overlooks that links Lodgepole to nearby Rim Campground. The area is popular for wildlife watching, mountain biking on designated trails, and environmental education. Lodgepole operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. The access road closes annually from late November through late May or early June due to winter conditions. Dispersed primitive camping is also available in the surrounding multi-use areas for those seeking a more backcountry experience.
Directions
From Casper, drive south on WY Highway 251 to the top of Casper Mountain, where the state highway ends and continues as County Road 505. Continue approximately 3 miles until the pavement ends, then an additional 2 miles to the intersection with Circle Drive. Continue straight on the BLM gravel road for another 4.5 miles to Muddy Mountain EEA. Upon entering the EEA, turn right and travel 0.2 miles to the campground on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $7 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| casper_wymail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 261-7600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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