U.S. Forest Service · Bridger-Teton National Forest · Wyoming

Hams Fork Campground

The Hams Fork Campground is located on the Big Spring Scenic Backway or Hams Fork Road, Forest Road #10062, north of Kemmerer. The Campground has 13 sites, 2 vault toilets, potable water, and trash service in the summer. The Hams Fork Campground is a good base camp for recreating on the south end of the Kemmerer Ranger District with just a short drive to Big Spring for a picnic, a nice long scenic drive up Hobble Creek, a variety of hiking trails, and fantastic fishing in the Hams Fork River.

Closed for the seasonFirst-come, first-served13 sitesFrom $7 per nightTents only

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Amenities & rules

EquipmentTents
Fees$7/Night for single unit, 13 units available.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
SeasonMay 1st
ForestBridger-Teton National Forest
Fees$7/Night for single unit, 13 units available.

Bridger-Teton National Forest recreation page ↗

Getting there

Coordinates42.2516° N, 110.7304° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗31 mi
Outdoor gearMountain Top Outdoor Shop ↗32 mi
RV sales & serviceAirstream of Wyoming ↗57.7 mi

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Hams Fork Campground

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Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.9 mi
    Hams Fork-Red Park ↗
    12.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 1.2 mi
    The Switchbacks ↗
    8.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 2.1 mi
    Elk Creek Ridge
    4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 2.2 mi
    Hams Fork Ridge ↗
    7.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 3.5 mi
    Big Park Loop ↗
    15.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 3.6 mi
    Poison Hollow Connector
    1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more

Trailheads within three miles

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

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Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Hams Fork Campground?

No. Hams Fork Campground is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.

Source: Forest Service

How much does it cost to camp at Hams Fork Campground?

$7/Night for single unit, 13 units available.

Source: Forest Service

Is Hams Fork Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 26, 2026. Season May 1st.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Hams Fork Campground have?

13 sites.

Source: Forest Service

Can I bring an RV to Hams Fork Campground?

Hams Fork Campground is listed for tents only.

Source: Forest Service

What if Hams Fork Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Hobble Creek Campground (10.5 mi, first-come), Allred Flat Campground (20 mi, first-come), and Middle Piney Lake Campground (25.7 mi, first-come).

Source: Campgrounds nearby