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The campground is at the eastern edge of the Platte River Wilderness, and has 16 sites. It is a single loop with one side running parallel to Pelton Creek among Lodgepole pines. Some sites overlook the creek and a meadow. The understory is grass and the sites are fairly close together providing minimal privacy. A trailhead provides wilderness access via the Douglas Creek Trail or the Platte Ridge Trail. 14 day stay limit. Stock unloading facility near campground, however no stock are allowed in the campground. Picnic tables, toilets, drinking water, fire grates and no refuse receptacles (pack out your own trash, leave no trace). Fishing is available in Douglas Creek. This area is located in the Snowy Range and is managed by the Laramie Ranger District.
From Laramie, take WY 230 west for 40.6 miles to National Forest Recreation Area sign on Forest Route 898. Turn right onto FR 898 and go 8.7 miles to campground.
It has wonderful fishing on the Douglas and Peton creek's. Has a campground with no hookups. There is water available and restrooms. For 2020 they have closed it for camping. You can park at the gate and walk in to fish.
Update: 2021 Campground is closed due to last year's Mullen Fire. Many trees are falling and it isn't safe. The trailhead is open. Just the area is having lots of trees falling so safety is a big factor when coming to the area.
Nice, secluded location with amazing views of Douglas Creek. Road getting there is gravel/dirt the whole way. This is also a trailhead, which is why I came. I'll definitely be back.
