Lower Coyote Creek Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lower Coyote Creek Camping Area is located in the beautiful Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest in Wyoming, offering picturesque views of the Snowy Range Mountains.


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Summary

Nearby attractions include the Medicine Bow Peak, Snowy Range Scenic Byway, and Lake Marie. The campground offers amenities such as potable water, vault toilets, fire pits, and picnic tables. Lower Coyote Creek Camping Area operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, with 10 campsites available. The best time to visit is during the summer months, between June and September, with average temperatures ranging from 50-75 degrees Fahrenheit. It's important to note that the campground is only accessible by car from June to October, as it's closed during the winter months. Lower Coyote Creek Camping Area is a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the beautiful Wyoming wilderness.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Lower Coyote CreekLamar River nr Tower Falls Ranger Station YNP Preview Lamar River Nr Tower Falls Ranger Station Ynp
276.0cfs
276cfs
Lower Coyote CreekBoiling River at Mammoth Preview Boiling River At Mammoth
22.8cfs
23cfs
Lower Coyote CreekGardner River near Mammoth YNP Preview Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp
89.6cfs
90cfs
Lower Coyote CreekYellowstone River at Corwin Springs MT Preview Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt
820.0cfs
820cfs
Lower Coyote CreekTantalus Creek at Norris Junction Preview Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction
3.8cfs
4cfs
Lower Coyote CreekSoda Butte Cr at Park Bndry at Silver Gate Preview Soda Butte Cr At Park Bndry At Silver Gate
6.92cfs
7cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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Nearby Snowpack Depths View more

TOWER FALLS RS - COOP
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NOHRSC MONUMENT PEAK
13.0"
13"
MONUMENT PEAK
13.0"
13"
CANYON
1.0"
1"
NOHRSC NORTHEAST ENTRANCE
0.0"
0"
NOHRSC CANYON SNOTEL
1.0"
1"
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River Runs