Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 campground
Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5
The campground amenities at Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 include a picnic table, fire ring, and a vault toilet. Visitors should note that there is no fee for camping at this site, and it is first-come, first-served.
One interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, and moose, which can often be seen in the surrounding area. Visitors should also be aware that there are no trash facilities at the campsite, so they must pack out all their garbage.
The best time of year to visit Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 is in the summer months, between June and August, when the weather is warm and sunny, and the average temperatures range from 70°F to 80°F during the day. However, visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures at night, which can drop into the 40s.
Overall, Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 is an excellent choice for visitors looking for a scenic, non-reservable camping spot in the beautiful Sweetwater watershed of Wyoming.
What's on-site at Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sweetwater Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 7 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Popo Agie River Near Lander | 25 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy River Near Farson | 253 cfs | → |
| Pacific Creek Near Farson | 3 cfs | → |
| Sf L Wind Riv Ab Washakie Res | 629 cfs | → |
| Sweetwater River Near Sweetwater Station | 106 cfs | → |
| New Fork River Near Big Piney | 1,530 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larsen Creek | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Deer Park Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Deer Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Pass Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Larsen Creek Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Shoshone National Forest
- Wilderness Bridger
- Wilderness Popo Agie
- Sinks Canyon State Park
- Popo Agie Park
- North Side Park
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5
Can I make reservations at Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Sweetwater Bridge Campsite 5.