The best campgrounds near Thermopolis, Wyoming with wildlife watching

Looking to experience the great outdoors? Hipcamp has over 180 options for camping near Thermopolis, Wyoming, perfect for wildlife watching enthusiasts like you. With options as low as $18 per night, you'll find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Ten Sleep Brewing Co. (311 reviews), Big Quiet Cowboy Camping (246 reviews), and Jim Moss Arena Campground (137 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as pets, trash, and toilets, as well as activities like hiking, biking, and paddling. So pack your binoculars and get ready for an unforgettable wildlife watching adventure!

96% (360) • 27 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Thermopolis

Looking to experience the great outdoors? Hipcamp has over 180 options for camping near Thermopolis, Wyoming, perfect for wildlife watching enthusiasts like you. With options as low as $18 per night, you'll find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Ten Sleep Brewing Co. (311 reviews), Big Quiet Cowboy Camping (246 reviews), and Jim Moss Arena Campground (137 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as pets, trash, and toilets, as well as activities like hiking, biking, and paddling. So pack your binoculars and get ready for an unforgettable wildlife watching adventure!

96% (360) • 27 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Thermopolis

1. Thermop Stop

92%

(132)

7.3mi from Thermopolis · 2 sites · RVs

Built to be a getaway, but not too far away!

2. Jim Moss Arena Campground

98%

(453)

37mi from Thermopolis · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

JMA Campground is located about 15 minutes west of Riverton, Wyoming. Outstanding views of the Wind River Mountain Range and the Owl Creek Mountain Range. We do not have trees or green grass - bring your own shade. LOL We have 30 and 50 amp RV sites (each site has water) along with primitive tent sites. Amenities at the park include WiFi, fire pits, firewood, shower and restroom facilities, picnic areas, trash services and a RV dump station available for $15. Visitors can take advantage of the various outdoor activities such as basketball, hiking, biking and stargazing. Our campers enjoy our quiet solitude - we're not located along a busy noisy highway! Jim and I established our place in 1983. We produced team ropings and barrel racing jackpots for nearly 40 years - we no longer produce rodeo events (due to health). In 2017, we decided to share our property with campers - we have cherished each and every moment - we have made so many friends!  From the JMA Campground, it is 50 miles to Thermopolis (hot springs, whitewater rafting, fishing, buffalo, dinosaur museum, etc.); 60 miles to the National Military Museum in Dubois; 130 miles to the South Entrance of Grand Teton National Park; 45 miles to Lander; 70 miles to South Pass City - many other local attractions.

3. Red Vista Village RV Park, Lot 13

100%

(1)

46mi from Thermopolis · 1 site · RV

Lot 13 in the new Red Vista Village has concrete patio and parking. 60' x 40' the lot offers water, sewer, electricity and trash. Located walking distance to the Ten Sleep Brewery, 1 mile east of town, Ten Sleep is at the base of the Big Horn Mountains. Hiking, kayaking, off roading all minutes away.

4. Boysen State Park

83%

(6)

274 sites · Shoshoni, Wyoming

Discover Boysen State Park's natural splendor and outdoor adventures.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

5. Shoshone National Forest

86%

(42)

544 sites · Dubois, Wyoming

Explore some of Wyoming’s wildest landscapes without the Yellowstone crowds.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Joanna

October 2025

45 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jim Moss Arena Campground

Grizzly, Harley and Paulette were great! They were all so fun to meet and so kind to our crazy rescue GWP, Fritz. We would definitely stay again if we are ever going through the area.

One of the many great sunsets you can catch on the right night, followed by amazing star views.

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Mary

September 2025

30 ft travel trailer

1 night at Thermop Stop

Very peaceful and quiet. Nice laundry facility. Ryan was easy to work with.

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Erienne

September 2025

18 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Jim Moss Arena Campground

We had a wonderful stay at the campground. Jim and Paulette were very welcoming! We highly recommend watching the sunset there and do some stargazing! Wish we had more time to hang out with the animals and play the various lawn games. We would definitely come back!

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don

September 2025

25 ft Class A

1 night at Jim Moss Arena Campground

Authentic. Unpretentious. Beautiful views. We love it! Letting our dog be off leash was great. We will go back again!

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Paul

September 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Jim Moss Arena Campground

I liked the ranch location and that there were not too many other campers.

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Gretchen

August 2025

22 ft Class B

5 nights at Jim Moss Arena Campground

I stayed in my RV for the week. The hosts are very kind. I felt extremely safe as a solo traveling female and it was quiet.

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Sophie

August 2025

31 ft Class C

With kids

2 nights at Thermop Stop

Such a lovely site. Very simple to enjoy the view. All you need.

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Chris

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Jim Moss Arena Campground

Everything was super easy! Paulette was incredibly helpful, provided us with an extra chair, a torch, bug spray, and plenty of firewood. The land was awesome, animals around for easy viewing, and the night sky was even better. Would definitely recommend!

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Ian

August 2025

25 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Jim Moss Arena Campground

Very friendly and great place to rest for the evening. My sons being able to see their farm animals after a long day was a good bonus!

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Kevin

July 2025

30 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Jim Moss Arena Campground

Great communication, accommodate late checkin, friendly, clean. Very unique site on ranch grounds w/ live animals, kids loved! Very quiet and peaceful! On site games available.

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Joy

July 2025

40 ft travel trailer

Group trip

2 nights at Jim Moss Arena Campground

What a wonderful stop. Paulette was right there to help us pick a spot and setup. She gave us ideas for the many things to do in the area. It was quiet and peaceful and relaxing We would highly recommend.

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Eric

July 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Thermop Stop

We loved Thermopolis Stop. The name is perfect! Beautiful views. We went and took a soak at the Hot Springs. The laundry was a welcomed surprise. Peaceful. Easy access and hookup with our 20’ trailer.

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Patricia

July 2025

36 ft Class A

5 nights at Jim Moss Arena Campground

It was quiet place for sleeping. Sites are flat. And the host is accommodating and very friendly.

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Billy

July 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Jim Moss Arena Campground

So fun staying at Jim and Paulette’s place. Very helpful by phone and text getting settled in. Great space for our short stay and excited to come back.

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Amanda

June 2025

39 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at Jim Moss Arena Campground

We loved camping with Jim and Paulette. We had our 39ft fifth wheel and had no trouble getting it in and set up. Paulette gave us site options which was really nice. The views were absolutely stunning and my daughter loved the pup and lamb that roamed around. We were sad we were only there one night, but we will definitely return!

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Dalton

June 2025

12 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Jim Moss Arena Campground

Perfect place to stay for the night, power, water, bathrooms and a shower. Make sure you pet the dogs after they help you park! Keep an eye out for the antelope as well.