Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY)

Campground · Wyoming · 19 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Medicine Bow National Forest (NF) · Open Access

19
Bookable sites
up to 8
People per site
8,197 ft
Elevation
Vedauwoo Rock Formation
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Vedauwoo Tent Campground contains a loop of 20 tent-only sites. All sites have tables, fire rings, and access to vault toilets. The water spigots in the campground are deactivated; however, water may be available inside the main campground. Look for the water handpump in the main campground's northern loop(sites 19-29) or down the Box Canyon Trail. There is access to rock climbing and a nature trail through the rocks.

The Vedauwoo Tent Campground will have a mix of reservation sites and first-come, first-served sites for the 2026 season. If you are not reserving your site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by cash or check once you are at the campground.

Modifications on reservations are not allowed for this site. This is due to limited capacity to update reservation placards when concerning last minute modifications as well as limited functionality with the modifications feature in recreation.gov which has only an ON or OFF toggle for site managers and no feature allowing modifications up until a certain time frame.

Recreation

The rock formations at Vedauwoo provide oppotrunity for all types of rock climbing.  

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.

Facilities

Vedauwoo Tent Campground accomodates only tents with parking spaces for a normal sized vehicle. Sites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and pedestal grills. The campground also offers vault toilets, trash receptacles, and a water handpump. No electrical hook-ups, water hook-ups, or black water hook-ups are available. 

Handpump water may be available in the main campground from July to September. These dates may vary due to weather, well and/or pump maintenance, and water testing requirements. As such, we encourage you to bring your own water or call ahead. 

Natural Features

The campground winds around the boulders, slabs and cliffs of the Vedauwoo rock formation. The formation 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, Engleman spruce, Douglas fir, and Aspen. The general area was once used as a hideout for outlaws. Native Americans thought playful spirits piled up the boulders. 

Nearby Attractions

Popular attractions near this campground include Turtle Rock Trail, Box Canyon Trail, and the Tie City trail system.

Charges & Cancellations

Modifications on reservations are not allowed for this site. This is due to limited capacity to update reservation placards when concerning last minute modifications as well as limited functionality with the modifications feature in recreation.gov which has only an ON or OFF toggle for site managers and no feature allowing modifications up until a certain time frame.

The facts

  • 19 bookable sites
  • 20 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: Vedauwoo Tent Only

Site types

  • 19 Standard Nonelectric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

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20 campsites at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY)

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
1Vedauwoo Tent OnlyManagementBack InPaved—8 🐾
10Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
11Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
12Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
13Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
14Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
15Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
16Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
17Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
18Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
19Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
2Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
20Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
3Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
4Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
5Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
6Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
7Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
8Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾
9Vedauwoo Tent OnlyStandard Nonelectric—Paved—8 🐾

Getting there

From Laramie, WY, take Interstate 80 east 15.8 miles to Vedauwoo Road/ exit 329. Exit and go to stop sign; turn left onto Vedauwoo Rd. and go 1.2 miles. Turn left at sign and go 0.6 miles to campground.

41.16006, -105.37270 · 41°9'36.2"N 105°22'21.7"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Precip in1.11.42.33.22.82.32.11.52.22.11.81.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY)

Can you reserve a site at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY)?
Yes, Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY) have?
20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY).
Does Vedauwoo Tent Campground (WY) have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-24.

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