Vedauwoo Campground (WY)

Vedauwoo Campground, at 8,300 feet, is composed of two loops with 29 standard nonelectric campsites and walk-in tent sites. All sites have tables, fire rings, and access to vault toilets. There is access to rock climbing and a nature trail through the rocks. The rock formations at Vedauwoo provide opportunity for all types of rock climbing, and sightseeing and wildflower viewing begin within a short walk or drive from any campsite. Turtle Rock trail leaves from the campground and winds its way between multiple rock formations while passing meadows, streams, beaver ponds and forested areas. Box Canyon trail leaves from the picnic area, contains great views along a short distance, and is fully accessible to people with disabilities. Sites accommodate tents, trailers and RVs, and are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and pedestal grills. The campground also offers vault toilets, trash receptacles, and a water handpump. There are no electrical, water, or black water hook-ups. The water spigots in the campground are deactivated; look for the handpump in the main campground's northern loop (sites 19-29) or down the Box Canyon Trail. Handpump water may be available from July to September; these dates may vary due to weather, well and pump maintenance, and water testing requirements, so bring your own water or call ahead. The campground winds around the boulders, slabs and cliffs of the Vedauwoo rock formation, which is made up of 10 square miles of weathered Sherman granite, providing lots of space to explore. The vegetation is a variety of limber pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen. The general area was once used as a hideout for outlaws, and Native Americans thought playful spirits piled up the boulders. Popular attractions near this campground include Turtle Rock Trail, Box Canyon Trail, and the Tie City trail system.