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Set at the base of Laramie Peak, the tallest peak in the North Laramie Range and a waypoint for Oregon Trail migrants, the campground has trail access to both the Laramie Peak Trail and Friend Park Trail for non-motorized users. At 7400' elevation, there are 11 campsites of which three are walk in access/tent use only (parking available up above). Motorized users of the Laramie Peak Trail will find the trailhead just 1/4 mile from the campground. Friend Park Trail is not open to motorized use. Fishing is available in the adjacent Friend Creek and surrounding beaver ponds. It is managed by the Douglas Ranger District.
From Douglas, take WY 94 17 miles south continuing onto Esterbrook Road (County Road 5) 11 miles south to Esterbrook. Turn right on Esterbrook Road (County Road 5) southwest for another 15 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 671 for 2 miles and then left onto Forest Road 661 for 1 mile to the campground. Transit time 1 1/2+ hours. From Rock River, take US 30 / US 287 north 3 miles, turn right on Fetterman Road (County Road 61) for 33.6 miles. Turn right on Garrett Road (County Road 713) for 6.7 miles and then left on Bear Creek Road (County Road 77) for 7.8 miles. Continue on Forest Road 671 for 6 miles and then turn right on Friend Park Road 1 mile to the campground. Transit time 2+ hours. This site is usually not accessable by vehicle from mid-October to mid-May. Converse and Abany County normally does not maintain County Roads in the Friend Park Area from 1 Nov to 1 May. Bear Creek road is single lane and rough when it is open.
Sad to see that this once quiet escape is now a loud, busy ATV playground. Bathroom was disgusting and out of toilet paper.
Very nice campsite. The drive in was what made it the best. 2 hrs on a gravel road with beautiful views of the open range and the mountains.
It's in a beautiful and rather isolated part of Southeast Wyoming. Fees are reasonable, and the campground is clean but rustic. The trailhead up Laramie Peak is just a few yards away, so it's very handy for hikers as well.
This is a very nice camp ground. The forest service staff maintains it well, and hope the visitors respect the work it takes to keep the grounds up. The drive to the grounds is made up of dirt roads, so it is best to drive using an AWD vehicle. Bathrooms are available, and no electricity or WiFi are available so it is great for those who need to unplug.
