Guernsey State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Guernsey State Park is located near the town of Guernsey, surrounding the Guernsey Reservoir, in Wyoming. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1997 and has a historic district containing many buildings, sites, and structures. Along with the park’s seven campgrounds and three boat ramps, its 6,000 acres also houses a museum, offering information about the Civilian Conservation Corps and the natural and cultural history of the area. Guernsey State Park is open year-round, serving as the ideal place to enjoy recreational activities such as camping, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and more. The riparian areas, open grasslands, canyons and timbered hillsides also provide excellent locations to watch for the many species of birds and animals that call Wyoming home.
In Guernsey, the summers are hot and mostly clear, while the winters are very cold, windy, and partly cloudy. The temperature in summer can reach as high as 89°F, followed by temperatures of just 10°F in winter. If you’re planning a visit to this fascinating place, you’d best come prepared. Keep reading to find out all there is to know about Guernsey State Park, including campgrounds, in-park activities, how to get here, and more.
Spring 23°F - 70°F
Summer 50°F - 89°F
Fall 20°F - 79°F
Winter 10°F - 43°F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Guernsey State Park
If you’re thinking about staying in or near Frozen Head State Park, why not do so in an RV? Unlike tents, RVs provide you with a soft, comfortable bed, as well as your own private bathroom and fully stocked kitchen. If you don’t own an RV, you can rent an RV fromRVshare.com to suit your budget or needs. All rentals come with nationwide insurance, 24/7 roadside assistance, and a world-class team dedicated to helping you succeed.
Guernsey State Park has 12 campgrounds located around the reservoir, offering a total of 245 designated campsites. Electricity and water utility hookups are located on the west side of the park in the Sandy Beach and Sandy Point campgrounds. These sites carry an additional fee of $10.00 per night.
There are also several other RV parks and campgrounds located outside of the state park, including those listed below.
Pony Soldier RV Park
Less than a 30-minute drive from the state park is thePony Soldier RV Park, which offers 52 spacious sites for small or large RVs. It contains basic amenities to help you have a comfortable stay, with the average nightly rate costing $30 per site.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: restrooms, showers, laundry facilities.
Peak View RV Park
Just 17 minutes south-west of the state park isPeak View RV Park, offering 360 degrees of unrestricted views of mountains and open range. Full hookups are available, along with a range of helpful amenities. RV sites cost $25 per day.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: dump station, showers, laundry facilities.
BJ's Campground
BJ’s Campground is just under an hour’s drive north of Guernsey State Park, but is still conveniently located near many of the region’s most popular attractions. It’s a clean and quiet small-town campground offering around 20 large sites. The rate is $37 per night.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wifi: yes
Pet-friendly: yes
Other amenities: dump station, showers, restrooms, laundry facilities, pet area, playground.
What to Do at
Guernsey State Park
Inside Guernsey State Park
Across the state park’s 6,000 acres, visitors can enjoy recreational activities such as swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and more. There’s certainly something for everyone!
Hiking : There are approximately 14 miles of established historic trails available for hiking enthusiasts at the park, which were designed and built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the 1930s. Most of these are found on the west side of the reservoir. The starting point for the trail system is at the Brimmer Point turnoff, where visitors can also find a trail kiosk with a map of the trail system.
Swimming : The entire reservoir is open to swimming activities, which is most popular from April through September. For swimming “beaches”, these are located at the state park’s Sandy Beach, Sandy Point and Sandy Cove Campgrounds.
Boating : Boating enthusiasts can enjoy the 2,400 acres of Guernsey Reservoir, as water levels allow. Boat access points are found on the west side of the reservoir at the Sandy Beach launch area, the southeast end of the lake at the main boat launch area and at the north end of the reservoir at the Long Canyon ramp area.
Fishing : Although fish populations are affected by the reservoir's twice-yearly draw-downs, the state park is still a popular place for anglers to sink a line. River access for fishing is provided below the dam at the Spillway Day Use Area. Fish species include walleye, yellow perch, and channel catfish.
Horseback riding : Horseback riding is permitted at Guernsey State Park on the roadways of the park and the hiking trails located on the western side of the reservoir. Just keep in mind that horses are prohibited in developed campgrounds and picnic areas.
Biking : Along with the state park’s established roadways, bikers can also enjoy around 12 miles of challenging trails. See the trail kiosk (located at the turnoff to Brimmer Point) for biking trail maps.
How to Get to
Guernsey State Park
From Cheyenne: Follow I-25 N to exit 92 for Guernsey/Torrington. Turn Left onto WY-317 N.
From Casper: Follow I-25 S to exit 92 for Guernsey/Torrington. Turn Left onto WY-317 N.
Entering Guernsey State Park
The park is open 24 hours per day. There is an entrance fee of $4 - $9 per vehicle, depending on season and residency status.
If you’re planning a trip to Guernsey State Park, you sure are in for a treat! Once you’ve finished exploring all that the park has to offer, check out the incredible opportunities outside of its gates. During or after your stay, we encourage you to tag us in any of your social media posts, or why not share your photos and experience with us at [email protected]? We may even feature your story on our blog or social media channels. Happy camping!
Frequently Asked Questions About Guernsey State Park
Spring is a great time to visit Guernsey State Park because it is when the wildflowers bloom along the 10 miles of hiking trails. The park’s museum opens on May 1, which is a terrific place to learn about this historical setting.
July is the warmest month at Guernsey State Park, with an average high of 89 degrees. The coldest month is January when temperatures struggle to reach above freezing. May is the wettest month when it usually rains about 33% of the time.
The official state herd of buffalo lives at Guernsey State Park. As you roam along the trails, you may also see deer, antelope, bald eagles, and wild turkeys. This park is also a fantastic place to go bird-watching.
Guernsey State Park has 12 campgrounds. Many of them are around the reservoir. Sites in the Sandy Beach and Sandy Point campgrounds offer water and electrical hookups while the remainder have no hookups.
Officials recommend reservations at Guernsey State Park campgrounds. Fees for primitive camping spots begin at $18.20 per night for Wyoming residents and $32.16 for non-residents. Electrical hookups and other charges may apply.
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