Lake Owen Campground

State: Wyoming

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 38

Elevation: 8965

Free: No

About: The campground is adjacent to Lake Owen. It is comprised of two loops under a dense stand of Lodgepole pines and a few Aspen. Both loops have sites overlooking the lake and site with scenic views of the Snowy Range. There are 35 campsites with tables, fire rings, trash pick-up, vault toilets. The understory is grass, but sites are well separated providing adequate privacy. There is a 14 day stay limit. Owen Lake is 55 acres and offers fishing and boating access.

Fees: $10 (2011)

Usage: Heavy

Water: Potable Water

Restrooms: Vault Toilet

Directions: From Laramie, take WY 130 west 21.7 miles to WY 11. Turn left and go 10.5 miles to Lake Owen sign. Turn left onto Fox Creek Rd. and go 1.7 miles to another Lake Owen sign. Continue straight on Forest Route 517 and go 2.5 miles to still another Lake Owen sign. Turn left onto FR 540 and go 2.8 miles to campground.