Friend Park Campground
Campground · 11 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Medicine Bow National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 11
- Bookable sites
- 30 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 7,528 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Situated at the base of Laramie Peak, the Friend Park Campground has 11 sites surrounded by firs, pines, and aspens with beautiful Friend Park to the southwest. A favorite of both tent and trailer campers, it is another great location for recreating within the Laramie Peak Unit of the Douglas Ranger District. The campground is popular for OHV riding, fishing, hiking, hunting, mountain biking, or just getting away to relax.
Recreation
The Laramie Peak area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in Central Wyoming. The Douglas Ranger District manages the Laramie Peak and Thunder basin National Grasslands areas. Year-round recreation uses include hiking, fishing, hunting, OHV riding, camping, biking, horseback trail riding, and rock climbing. Primary access across the district is by I-25 and Highway 59.
The Laramie Peak Connector Trail leaves the campground and leads to the Friend Park Trail and Laramie Peak Trail. Hiking access to the Roaring Fork Trail is located along the nearby FSRD 661.A.
There are many fishing opportunities just below the campground in Friend Creek and the beaver ponds along the Connector Trial. Other fishing areas are along the Upper Horseshoe Creek on National Forest System lands and WY State Trust land.
Mountain Biking
• Upper Roaring Fork Trail
• Friend Park Trail
• North Laramie River Trail
• Harris Park Trail
• Laramie Peak Trail
• Sunset Ridge Trail
• Lost Creek Trail
• Arapaho Trail
• Albany Peak Trails
• Black Mountain Look out
Mountain Climbing
• Curtis Gulch Trail
• Upper Roaring Fork Trai
Day Hiking
• Upper Roaring Fork Trail
• Friend Park Trail
• North Laramie River Trail
• Harris Park Trail
• Laramie Peak Trail
• Sunset Ridge Trail
• Lost Creek Trail
• Albany Peak Trails
• Black Mountain Look out
Backpacking
• Upper Roaring Fork Trail
• North Laramie River Trail
• Harris Park Trail
• Lost Creek Trail
• Albany Peak Trails
Horseback riding
• Upper Roaring Fork Trail
• Friend Park Trail
• Arapaho Trail
• North Laramie River Trail
• Harris Park Trail
• Laramie Peak Trail
• Sunset Ridge Trail
• Lost Creek Trail
• Black Mountain Look out
OHV Riding
• Arapaho Trail
• FSRD633 Trails
• Sunset Ridge Trail
• North Laramie River Trail
• Laramie Peak Trail
• Albany Peak trails
• Black Mountain Look out
Facilities
There are 11 campsites in a lightly wooded, rocky area with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, vault toilets, trash collection, and potable water. Most campsites have abundant shade and several of the walk-in sites are spaced far enough apart to have a dispersed feel.
Potable water is typically available in this campground from early June to late November. These dates may vary due to weather. Potable water availability may vary due to well and/or pump maintenance, and water testing requirements. As such, we encourage you to bring your own drinking water or call ahead.
Natural Features
The campground is at an elevation of 7,572 feet within a mature stand of ponderosa pine, along with aspen and firs. Several of the walk-in sites have a great view of Laramie Peak. The general area is intermixed with timber, meadows and large rock formations.
The highest peak in the Laramie Range at 10,200 feet, Laramie Peak was once a welcome sign to pioneers on the Oregon and Mormon trails, as well as the first ‘real' mountain most had ever seen.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can find many outdoor opportunities in the surrounding area including OHV riding, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, sightseeing, rock climbing, photography, and horseback riding. Fishing opportunities nearby in Friend Creek and Upper Horseshoe Creek. Sunday services available nearby at the historic Esterbrook Community Church (non-denominational).
The facts
- Season: June – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 11 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 30 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Main, Walk-in
Site types
- 11 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups.
11 campsites at Friend Park Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Main | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Walk-in | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | Slight | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Walk-in | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Walk-in | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
DIRECTIONS:
Campground is approximately 47 miles South of Douglas, WY. Take Hwy 94 (Esterbrook Road) south from Douglas for 17 miles. Continue south on CR 5 for 11 miles, then southwest 15 miles on CR5, turn left (SE) on FSRD 671 for 2 miles to FSRD 661 then 1 mile to the campground.
From Rock River (59 miles) Take Hwy 287 North, turn right onto Fetterman Road (CR 61) travel 33.6 miles (gravel road after 10.5 mile), turn Right on CR74 Garrett Rd, in 6.7 miles this will turn into CR77 Bear Creek Rd, then FSRD 671, after 14 miles turn right onto FSRD 661, Friend Park Road for 1 mile to the CG.
42.25614, -105.48481 · 42°15'22.1"N 105°29'5.3"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.3 | 1.5 | 2.0 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 2.0 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
$20 - single site per night
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Friend Park Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Friend Park Campground?
- Yes, Friend Park Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Friend Park Campground have?
- 11 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Friend Park Campground?
- 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Friend Park Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Friend Park Campground.
- Does Friend Park Campground have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Friend Park Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Friend Park Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Friend Park Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Friend Park Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $20 per site.
Restrictions:
- No horses in the campground.
Camping near Friend Park Campground
- Curtis Gulch Campground 12.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Esterbrook Campground 14.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- La Prele Guard Station 22.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Campbell Creek Campground 22.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Laramie Peak Trailhead less than 0.1 mi · Facility
- Laramie Peak Area 0.1 mi · Facility
- Wheatland Reservoir #3 28.3 mi · Facility
- Douglas Ranger District 34.1 mi · Facility
- Rim Campground 49.2 mi · Campground
- Lodgepole Campground 49.2 mi · Campground
- Prior Flat Campground 56.3 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone N/A
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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