Pike Pole Campground
The campground typically operates from June 15 through October, weather permitting. Currently closed for the season. No fee required; all sites are first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit.
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.
Special Weather Statement issued August 10 at 3:40PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Scattered virga showers and thunderstorms in the area are producing strong, downburst winds along and west Interstate 25. Gusty shower and thunderstorm activity will be possible through 10PM this evening. Strong winds could be hazardous to travelers in light weight and high profile vehicles. Be prepared for sudden changes in wind speed and direction in the vicinity of these showers. Little to no rainfall is expected.
About
Pike Pole Campground offers primitive camping in a remote corner of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, nestled between the Savage Run Wilderness to the north and Platte River Wilderness to the south. At 7,800 feet elevation in the Sierra Madre Range, the campground provides a quiet basecamp for backcountry exploration. The campground has 6 small sites suited for tents or single vehicles. This is truly primitive camping with no developed facilities: no toilets, no potable water, and no picnic tables. Some sites have fire pits. The Douglas Creek Trailhead within the campground provides direct access to the Platte River Wilderness. Access requires navigating forest roads. The northern approach from Albany via FR 500 to FR 511/512 is recommended. The southern route from Encampment via FR 3423 is unmaintained and requires 4WD. The 14-day stay limit applies.
Directions
From Laramie, take WY 130 west 21.7 miles to WY 11, turn left and go 13 miles to Albany, then take Forest Route 500 for 2.8 miles to the Keystone sign at FR 542, continue east on FR 511, then FR 512 for approximately 12 miles to the campground. Alternative route (4WD required): from Encampment, go southeast 16 miles on WY 230, then east on FR 3423.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Carbon County Camping Guide | |
| Medicine Bow-Routt NF Home |
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