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Sublette County is over 80% public land. The Bridger-Teton National Forest and Bureau of Land Management are the primary government agencies managing the bulk of the public land in the county. Both agencies have developed recreation campgrounds and dispersed areas offering virtually unlimited opportunities for camping and outdoor recreation.  Season of use is typically Memorial Day weekend to the end of September, depending on the location and elevation. The opening day depends greatlly on the weather (when snow leaves) and annual water quality testing results.

Developed campgrounds are typically located near a lake or a stream and have picnic tables, tent or RV spots, and nearby restrooms and trash recepticles. All but a few offer potable drinking water. Some campground units are reservable in advance through ReserveUSA, others are first-come, first-serve. Highest season of use is July and August and during national and local holidays. Special RV pull-through units are available in most developed campgrounds. None of the campgrounds have RV dump services, phones or showers. Cell phone reception may be spotty in ampground areas located near the mountains. Some campgrounds have handicapped accessible sites and restrooms, but not all. Corrals for stock are available at the major trailheads into the wilderness areas. Larger campgrounds have Campgrounds Hosts on location during the summer season.

Overnight campground rFees range from $5 to $15 per night, depending on the site. Campgrounds typically are the busiest during July and August, as well as during national and local holidays. Most developed campgrounds are accessible to RVs, but none have hookups. Access roads may be rough for long or low-clearance vehicles. If you are unfamiliar with the area you plan to visit, it is advisable to ask about the road conditions. Most area campgrounds are many miles from help should you experience a breakdown or flat tire along the way.

Dispersed Camping
For those who enjoyo 'roughing it', there are many areas for dispersed camping in the area along streams and near lakes. Many places already have fire rings and cleared areas for campfires. Campers are encouraged to use existing dispersed spots to have less of an impact on the landscape. Campfires are allowed in these locations as long as campfire restrictions are not in effect due to high fire danger. Campers are responsible for keeping their campfires under control at all times. Dispersed camping sites need to be located at least 200 feet from water and at least 100 feet off roads or trails. There are also limits to the number of days visitors can occupy a campsite, so check with the nearest Forest Service office to discuss your plans for extended stays. Dispersed camping site soperate on the "Pack it in, pack it out" system since trash services are not offered in those locations. Bring their own drinking water or use approved purification techniques before drinking any water from area streams or lakes. Consider all open bodies of surface water to be infected with the giardia micro-organism which can make you very ill if you drink the water without treating it first.

Bears
Both grizzly bears and black bears inhabit the mountains and forests in Sublette County. It is not unheard of to have a bear come into a developed campground, but it is not common. Green River Lakes and the Big Sandy campgrounds have bear proof storage containers or storage poles at some sites. It is important for campers to be "bear aware" and keep a clean camp at all times. The Upper Green River Lakes area is designated Grizzly Bear Habitat and food storage regulations are in effect. Food and garbage are required to be stored where it is impossible for a bear to reach, such as in a closed vehicle. Local Forest Service offices have pamphlets and information handouts on how to camp in bear country.

Pets
Pets must be kept under control at all times. It is the obligation of dog owners to keep their pet under control at all times to avoid injury to horses, riders, hikers and other forest visitors. Dog owners are asked to be considerate of others and not leave pet waste on trails or in campsites. The Pine Creek watershed and Fremont Lake are the source of Pinedale's drinking water and are designated as a municipal watershed. Additional restrictions apply for camping and dogs in the Pine Creek drainage.

Businesses & Services

Bridger-Teton National Forest
Pinedale Ranger District
29 E. Fremont Lake Road
P.O. Box 220
Pinedale, WY 82941
(307) 367-4326

Big Piney Ranger District
315 South Front Street
P.O. Box 218
Big Piney, WY, 83113
307-276-3375
276-5800/5200
Fax: 307-276-5835

Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
Pinedale Field Office
1625 W Pine Street
PO Box 768
Pinedale, WY 82941
Phone: 307.367.5300
Fax: 307.367.5329
Hours:
7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
E-mail: pinedale_wymail@blm.gov

Sublette County Visitor's Center
P.O. Box 176
Pinedale, WY 82941
307-367-2242
888-285-7282 (Toll Free)
www.MountainManCountry.com

Big Sandy

Campground restroom

Big Sandy Creek

Stock corrals

Bear-proof dumpster

Indian Paintbrush

Whiskey Grove pump

ATV-ing from campground

Whiskey Grove campground

C=Camping, P=Picnicking, B=Boating, BL=Boat Launching
DW=Drinking Water, F=Fishing, H=Hunting, S=Swimming, T=Trailers
PC=Public Corrals, WA=Wilderness Access

Some campground units can be reserved in advance through ReserveUSA, www.ReserveUSA.com

Recreation Area	Services	Elevation	Miles from nearest town	Days Limit	# of Units /Fees	Other Info
Green River Lakes & Group Sites   USFS	C, P, DW, BL, T, F, H, S, B, PC WA	8,000'	52 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	10 day limit	39 Units/ $12/night 3 Group Sites/ $35/night	Picnic tables, vault toilets, wilderness trailhead access. Drinking water available. No showers, no RV dump. Road opens mid to late June. Call 1-877-444-6777 to reserve unit.
Upper Green River BLM	C, P, F, H, S, B	7,600'	30 miles to Pinedale	14 day limit	12 units/ free	BLM Campground. Steep grades
Whiskey Grove USFS	C, DW, T, F, H	7,600'	36 miles to Pinedale Road part paved and part gravel	10 day limit	9 Units/ $7/night single unit	Picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets. Drinking water (hand pump). Green River fishing access. Non-reservable.
Narrows USFS	C, DW, BL, T, F, H, S, B, PC WA	7,800'	26 miles to Pinedale Road part paved and part gravel	10 day limit	19 Units/ $12/night	Picnic tables, fire ring, vault toilets, drinking water available. On-site campground host. Call 1-877-444-6777 to reserve units.
New Fork Lake & Group Area USFS	C, P, DW, BL, T, F, H, S, B	7,800'	24 miles to Pinedale Road part paved and part gravel	10 day limit	15 Units at lake/free 1 Group Unit $7/night	Picnic tables, fire rings. 30' maximum vehicle length Reservable through ReserveUSA 1-877-444-6777
New Fork River BLM	C, P, BL, T, F, H, S, B	6,800'	32 miles to Pinedale Road part paved and part gravel	14 day limit	5 units/ fee	BLM Campground. New Fork River Access
Willow Lake USFS	C, P, BL, T, F, H, S, B	7,700'	24 miles to Pinedale Road part paved and part gravel	10 day limit	6 Units/ No fee.	Undeveloped campgound. Picnic tables, vault toilets. Non-reservable. Boat launch.
Trails End (Elkhart) USFS	C, P, DW, T, H WA	9,100'	16 miles to Pinedale Paved road	10 day limit	8 Units/ $12/night	Picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, drinking water, visitor center. Non-reservable sites. 20' trailer maximum
Fremont Lake (Campground & Boat Ramp) CLOSED SUMMER OF 2013 FOR RECONSTRUCTION. USFS	C, P, DW, BL, T, F, S, B	7,400'	7 miles to Pinedale Paved road (watch for potholes)	10 day limit	56 Units/ 15 are reservable. $12/night for single unit. On-site campground host.	CLOSED SUMMER OF 2013 FOR RECONSTRUCTION. Reservation sites available. Handicap access: 6 barrier-free sites and 2 handicap accessible restrooms. Picnic tables and fire rings. Call 1-877-444-6777 to reserve a site.
Sandy Beach Picnic Area USFS	P, T, F, S	7,400'	5 miles to Pinedale Paved road	1 day limit		Day use, picnic tables, paved access.
Half Moon Lake & Boat Ramp NOTE: THIS CAMPGROUND IS TAKING OVERFLOW FROM FREMONT LAKE CAMPGROUND WHICH IS CLOSED FOR THE SUMMER OF 2013 FOR RECONSTRUCTION. USFS	C, BL, T, F, H, S, B	7,600'	10 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	16 day limit	19 Units/ fee $7/night for single unit	Fills weekends. Boat Ramp free. Reservable spots. All first-come, first serve. No potable water. RV Pull-Through units: Site 4, 110 feet Site 5, 90 feet Site 7, 110 feet Site 17, 112 feet
Stokes Crossing BLM	C, P, F, H	7,300'	22 miles to Pinedale	14 day limit	4 units/ free	BLM Campground. No drinking water or garbage service. Pit toilets.
Boulder Lake USFS	C, P, T, F, H, S, B, PC WA	7,300'	25 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	10 day limit	15 Units/ fee	Non-reservable. $7/night for single unit. No drinking water. 2 single vault toilets. Picnic tables, fire pits, lantern holders. Wilderness entrance nearby, rough road, hiking & fishing.
Boulder Lake North BLM	C, P, T, F, H, S, B	7,300'	15 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	14 day limit	5 units/ free	BLM Campground. Rough road.
Big Sandy USFS	C, P, T, F, H, PC WA	9,100'	60 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	16 day limit	5 Units/ fee Non-reservable. $7/night single unit.	Access about mid-June, rough road, RV limit 22' No drinking water. Vault toilets. No showers.
Scab Creek BLM	C, P, T, F, H, PC WA	7,300'	30 miles to Pinedale Road part paved part gravel	10 day limit	9 Units/ free	BLM Campground No drinking water, 2 mile hike to fishing 8200 feet elevation.  14-day camping limit.
Warren Bridge BLM	C, P, T, F, B, DW	7,600'	20 miles to Pinedale Paved road	14 day limit	17 RV/Tent Sites fee	BLM Campground. Dump Station, garbage service. Handicapped accessible. Located just off Hwy 191 right on the Green River.

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