RVing Around Scenic Wyoming Destinations
RVing Through the Great Destinations of Wyoming
Wyoming is a dream destination for RV adventurers who love the great outdoors. Its western side is dominated by the dramatic peaks of the Rocky Mountains, while the eastern side of Wyoming is characterized by the rugged beauty of the High Plains. The entire state is prime for outdoor adventure, wildlife spotting, and admiring the majesty of nature, and one of the best ways to do so is by RV.
Wyoming Was Made for RV Adventures!
One of the best ways to get a glimpse of the gorgeous nature in Montana is to drive along Nevada Creek Road in Helmville. Near the bubbling Nevada Creek and surrounded by tall trees and wildflowers, this is probably one of the most picturesque roads you’ll traverse on your trip.
Nevada Creek Road starts at about 4,800 feet of elevation and climbs to 5,200 feet to offer breathtaking scenery. And if you’re willing to get outside and hike the area, you can climb somewhat higher for an even better view on Nevada Creek Trail. Or you can head down to the nearby creek to fish or pick berries.
Wyoming is the least densely populated state in the lower 48, so you won’t find any major cities or urban attractions there. Instead, the great outdoors awaits in all its unspoiled glory. Two national parks, two national monuments, two national recreation areas, numerous national forests, and many state parks are among its top tourist destinations. In fact, more than half of Wyoming is protected as state or federal public lands.
Travelers come from all over the world to explore and admire Wyoming’s picture-perfect mountain peaks, pristine alpine lakes, glacier-fed rivers, unique rock formations, and seemingly endless panoramas. Whether you love hiking, fishing, photography, biking, horseback riding, or just relaxing amid gorgeous surroundings, Wyoming has it all in abundance. Its wildlife is remarkable too, with sizeable populations of grizzly and black bears, gray wolves, pronghorn antelope, elk, moose, and bighorn sheep all inhabiting Wyoming’s vast wilderness.
If you’re planning an RV adventure in Wyoming, and especially if you want to go there during the peak summer season, be sure to start early. Wyoming has plenty of campgrounds and RV sites in its great outdoor destinations, but spots fill up quickly. Make reservations as early as possible so you can avoid disappointment and get your top choices for RV spots. And if you don’t have your own recreational vehicle, book your RV through RVnGO as soon as possible.
Don’t Miss Yellowstone National Park
Every RV adventurer’s top must-see spot in Wyoming is Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first national park. Famous for the Old Faithful geyser along with thousands of hot springs, thermal basins, and steam vents, Yellowstone is the world’s most extensive hub of geothermal activity. It’s also known for iconic wildlife, including bison, grizzly bears, and wolves.
Book early enough and you might score a spot at Fishing Bridge RV Park, which is inside the park near the Yellowstone River. It’s the only RV campground in Yellowstone National Park with water, sewer, and electrical hookups, along with seasonal facilities. Otherwise, there are many RV sites within a short drive of the national park, so you can easily plan a day trip into the park. Don’t miss the chance to stroll boardwalks around thermal basins, hike some of almost 1,000 miles of trails, take a ranger-led tour, and photograph the wildlife and scenery.
Drive the John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway
The John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway connects Wyoming’s two national parks and is a scenic attraction in its own right. Scenic drives between spectacular destinations are what RVing is all about! The parkway is just 27 miles long, connecting the northern edge of Grand Teton National Park with the West Thumb Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. You won’t need to choose which of the two national parks to visit as it’s so easy to take your RV from one to the other.
Drive your RV through a landscape of ancient lava beds cut through by the Snake River. Wildlife is abundant, as are spots along the way for hiking, fly-fishing, and river rafting. There’s also a world-class RV camp along the parkway at Flagg Ranch, which is managed by the National Park Service. It offers 97 full-hookup and pull-through RV sites, all with a fire pit, meadow or forest setting, and views of the Tetons. Book early to score a base camp within minutes of both of Wyoming’s national parks.
Explore Grand Teton National Park
The spectacular Teton Range, a 40-mile north-south section of the Rocky Mountains, is a true natural treasure. Most of the eastern side of the range is within Grand Teton National Park, another of Wyoming’s must-see destinations. Some visitors embark upon epic adventures, hiking some of the park’s 200-plus miles of mountain trails, floating on the Snake River, even climbing one of several peaks exceeding 12,000 feet. Others take a more serene approach, enjoying scenic drives and simply admiring the majesty of the picture-perfect, glacier-dotted peaks.
Pull Over at Teton Point Turnout in Moose, Wyoming
Wyoming’s roads feature many turnouts and rest stops where travelers can get great photos, stop for a picnic or just take a break from the road. It’s just one of many reasons the state is a superb destination for an RV vacation. The Teton Point Turnout in Moose, off US 191 within Grand Teton National Park, is recommended by many visitors as well as Wyoming travel experts as a not-to-be-missed stop. Luckily, the large parking lot has several long spots available for RVs.
Grab your camera and binoculars and take in a truly unmatched panorama of the Tetons. The Snake River is in the foreground, and the tallest peaks in the Tetons, capped by three glaciers, are in the background. Interpretive signage explains the visible geological terraces, three distinct levels of landscape eroded over eons by the river. You might even spot bison, antelope, and moose grazing in the distance.
Take a Trip to Devils Tower National Monument
Another incredible destination to add to your RV trip itinerary is Devils Tower National Monument, a unique butte in the Black Hills of northeastern Wyoming. The striking geological formation is a solid cluster of rock columns rising above the valley floor to 5,117 feet above sea level. It’s notable as the nation’s first national monument, proclaimed in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt. For centuries before that, the landmark has been sacred to Native peoples, entwined in their legends and folklore.
Devils Tower draws many visitors to the Black Hills region, including climbers seeking to reach the top of the monument. You might spy these daredevils through binoculars. Others admire it from the ground, learn about its cultural significance, and also explore diverse landscapes of pine forests, grasslands, and the Belle Fourche River.
Uncover Curiosities at Fossil Butte National Monument
Wyoming is simply packed with remarkable sites, and one of the most unusual is Fossil Butte National Monument. This topographic feature, which rises 1,000 feet above Twin Creek Valley, conceals in its white limestone cap the fossilized remains of Eocene-era fish. The monument is a small portion of Fossil Basin in southwest Wyoming, a world-renowned paleontological site where creatures from 40 to 60 million years ago are preserved in stone. Among them are fish, turtles, stingrays, and crocodiles, along with fossilized mammals, birds, insects, and plants.
At the national monument’s visitor center, you can see displays of fossils and learn about the site. Elsewhere you can even go fossil digging yourself. A number of RV parking and camping options in Fossil Basin make it easy to include this unforgettable destination in your Wyoming itinerary.
RV Camp Near a Waterfall at Falls Campground
Shoshone National Forest in Wyoming is the nation’s first national forest, established in 1891. It’s an exceptional destination for a great-outdoors road trip, comprising three mountain ranges and a range of landscapes including glacial-carved valleys, rolling hills, alpine meadows and lakes, sheer cliffs, and a petrified forest. It’s also home to Gannett Peak, the highest mountain in Wyoming at 13,804 feet.
Of interest to RVers, Shoshone National Forest is readily accessible via three scenic byways and the Beartooth All-American Road. Just off the Wyoming Centennial Scenic Byway is Falls Campground, a great place to stay in an RV (maximum spur length 32 feet). An overlook of Brooks Lake Falls is right at the campground, and there’s also a trail connecting the campground with the falls. With this great campground as an option, you’ll have no trouble bringing an RV into Wyoming’s pristine wilderness.
Scenic Roadside Stop Hwy 287 near Moran, Wyoming
If you’re continuing your Wyoming RV trip to another state, consider driving the Highway 287 scenic route from Laramie, Wyoming to Fort Collins, Colorado. It’s a 65-mile journey made glorious by panoramic vistas of Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. Rest Area 33, managed by the Wyoming Department of Transportation, is a good place to stop for a break and take in the views. It has picnic arbors and a restroom. There’s also an information center a few miles northwest of the rest area, handy if you need some help and ideas for your trip.
Fireside Buffalo Valley RV Park on Highway 287 is open all year and offers pull-through sites, “Big Rig” sites, and full hookups. Every RV spot boasts views of the Tetons. The park also offers a laundromat, gas station, souvenirs, and groceries.
PS Remember to Pick the Perfect RV for Your Wyoming Road Trip
Wyoming is a wonderful state for an RV vacation, especially for anyone who loves the great outdoors. Make the trip even better – and worry-free – by choosing the perfect RV for you. RVnGO has many different types of vehicles available to suit your unique needs. Options include:
- Campervans
- Pop-up campers
- Fifth-wheel
- Toy haulers
- Class A RVs
- Class B RVs
- Class C RVs
Browse RVnGO.com by picking your destination and searching for nearby RVs for rent. Use the “Book Now” feature or send an enquiry, then schedule pick-up or delivery, and get ready to start your adventure. If you’re worried about any issues occurring while you’re on the road in Wyoming, have no fear! Rentals come with the guarantee of 24/7 roadside assistance. Search RVnGO for available RV rentals with ease today.
It is highly recommended that you reserve your RV 3-6 months in advance. That is the best way to assure the best selection. Be sure to read our Road Trip Packing List before you go.
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