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Buckboard Crossing
FSU.S. Forest Service — GREEN RIVER · Wyoming · Ashley National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Ashley National Forest |
| Location | GREEN RIVER · Wyoming · Ashley National Forest · 41.24944, -109.60139 · Map |
| Sites | 58 public sites counted from the federal listing — 51 standard nonelectric; 7 standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 8 of 58 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 58 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 58 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 58 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 57 sites · 30 ft: 19 sites · 35 ft: 15 sites · 40 ft: 7 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Standard Electric sites charge the base rate (displayed below) and a separate fee for electricity. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 59 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 435-784-3445 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-28.
From the official listing
Overview Buckboard Crossing Campground is located on the far northwest shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities. Recreation Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. Campers are offered the convenience of an adjacent boat ramp, marina and fish cleaning station. Buckboard Marina has boat rentals, fuel, slips, fishing licenses, bait and groceries. Facilities The campground consists of 66 single-family campsites, most of which can be reserved. Several sites in Loop A have electrical hookups. Most sites have a shade cabana, picnic table and campfire ring. Some sites have grills and/or fire rings.
Flush toilets, drinking water and showers are provided. Non-campers can use the shower facilities for a small fee. A dump station is located on-site. Natural Features The campground is situated in a high desert landscape with sagebrush and a few scattered trees. Natural shade is minimal. Typical weather ranges from warm days to cool nights. Nearby Attractions Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam itself; The adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
Directions, from the listing
On Highway 530, travel 25 miles south from Green River, Wyoming. Go 2 miles east on Forest Road 009 to the campground, adjacent to Buckboard Marina.
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Trip Card — Buckboard Crossing
GREEN RIVER · Wyoming · Ashley National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | GREEN RIVER · Wyoming · Ashley National Forest |
| Fees | Standard Electric sites charge the base rate (displayed below) and a separate fee for electricity. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 8 |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 58 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231898 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.