Pole Creek Group Campground
Open — Closed for winter. The campground typically operates seasonally from late spring through fall, with exact dates dependent on snow conditions and road access.
High Wind Warning issued December 29 at 2:05PM MST until December 30 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Cheyenne WY
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie, and North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 1 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition, patchy blowing and drifting snow could lead to reduced visibility and slick roads.
About
Pole Creek Group Campground is a walk-in dispersed campground situated in the scenic Pole Mountain area of Medicine Bow National Forest, just east of Laramie, Wyoming. This rustic campground serves as a gateway to the popular Happy Jack Recreation Area trail system, which offers excellent mountain biking, hiking, and fishing opportunities throughout the warmer months and transforms into cross-country skiing terrain in winter. The campground maintains a primitive character with much of its infrastructure overgrown, appealing to groups seeking a backcountry experience close to town. Sites feature picnic tables and basic restroom facilities. The area is accessible via Forest Road 719 off Happy Jack Road, with the campground located a short walk from the parking area. The Pole Mountain area's relatively low elevation and proximity to I-80 make it one of the more accessible camping options in the Medicine Bow National Forest, though winter weather and snow can impact accessibility and services seasonally.
Directions
From Laramie, take I-80 east 9.5 miles to exit 323 for WY 210/Happy Jack Road. Turn left at the stop sign and go 0.1 miles to the Happy Jack Recreation Area sign. Turn left to stay on WY 210 and continue 2.1 miles to another Happy Jack Recreation Area sign at FR 719. Turn right onto FR 719 and go 1.1 miles to a Y intersection. Bear left and continue 0.4 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 - $10 |
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 | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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