About Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area
The Fontenelle Creek Recreation Site is a good location for camping, boating and fishing. The site offers potable water, a trailer dump station, two major parking areas for vehicle and boat trailer parking near boat ramp, a fully functional boat ramp, boat dock, and handicap accessible rest room facilities. It also has two handicap accessible campsites, two vault and three flush restrooms, a total of 55 campsites with covered picnic tables and barbecue grills, gravel pathways to restroom facilities, cement road barriers along the road, trash facilities, fenced-in firewood area, as well as a paved route to access reservoir.
How to Get There
Located approximately 10 miles south of LaBarge, Wyo., and 30 miles north of Kemmerer, Wyo., on the west side of Fontenelle Reservoir, off Highway 189.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area
Heading to Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area?
No central reservation system listed for Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/2243) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area?
Located approximately 10 miles south of LaBarge, Wyo., and 30 miles north of Kemmerer, Wyo., on the west side of Fontenelle Reservoir, off Highway 189.
How do I contact Fontenelle Creek Recreation Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 307-828-4500 or email: kemmerer_wymail@blm.gov.
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