Six Mile Campground
Located in a saddle above the North Platte River, providing access to the North Platte River and Platte River Wilderness Area, Six Mile Gap Campground is 2 miles off Highway 230. The campground offers 9 sites - 3 of which are pull through sites. Sites offer picnic tables and fire grates. Potable water and trash services are available during summer months. Hiking and fishing opportunities abound in this area!
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At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Closed for 2024 Season. |
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Operational Hours: | Open seasonally, weather dependent. |
Reservations: | Of the 9 campsites, 6 are reservable through recreation.gov, the rest are first-come, first-served. |
Area Amenities: |
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Fees: | $20 per site. |
Permit Info: | No permit required |
Open Season: | June - September |
Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
Closest Towns: | Encampment, WY |
Water: | Potable Water Available |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
Information Center: | Forest Service/Visitor center located at 2171 S. HWY 130, Saratoga, WY 82331 |
General Information
Directions:From Encampment take Highway 230 southeast for approximately 27 miles to Forest Road #492. Turn left onto 492 and travel two miles to Six Mile Campground.
Parking:
A separate parking area is available for hikers and river floaters. Popular activities nearby include fishing, floating the North Platte River and hiking the Platte River Trail.
Activities
Campground Camping
No. of Sites | 9 single site(s) |
Reservation Info | Not reservable |
No. of Accessible sites | 1 of 9 |
River and Stream Fishing
The North Platte River is classified as a blue-ribbon trout stream by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD). Fish species present include brook, brown and rainbow trout. Douglas Creek also offers good fishing opportunities. Special fishing regulations apply to the North Platte River upstream of Saratoga, Wyoming.
All watercraft (except for inflatables 10’ or less in length) must have a valid Wyoming Aquatic Invasive Species decal. Decals are available from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) online, at regional offices and at automated license vendors. For additional information on boating and fishing regulations, contact the WGFD in Laramie or Cheyenne.