Fee: Day use: $7/vehicle (WY residents), $12/vehicle (non-residents). Camping: base $10 residents / $18 non-residents plus day-use fee and tax. Annual day-use pass $48 residents / $96 non-residents. Reservations: reserve.wyoming.gov or 877-WYO-PARK
About this park
Hawk Springs State Recreation Area is a small site on the southeastern border of Wyoming with 24 primitive, walk-up campsites. Each has picnic tables and fire rings, and the area also has a boat ramp, dock, restrooms and a playground. Water hydrants run seasonally, from May 1 through September 30. Boating, fishing and swimming are the main activities, and the reservoir has long been a popular fishing spot. With the right fees and permits, the area is open 24 hours a day year-round. The page lists a harmful algal bloom advisory for the northwest boat ramp.
Hawk Springs State Recreation Area FAQ
Where is Hawk Springs State Recreation Area located?
Hawk Springs State Recreation Area is in Hawk Springs, Wyoming, at 13 miles north of Meriden, US-85, Road 22. GPS coordinates: 41.7109, -104.1939. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Hawk Springs State Recreation Area?
Day use: $7/vehicle (WY residents), $12/vehicle (non-residents). Camping: base $10 residents / $18 non-residents plus day-use fee and tax. Annual day-use pass $48 residents / $96 non-residents. Reservations: reserve.wyoming.gov or 877-WYO-PARK. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Hawk Springs State Recreation Area?
You can call (307) 836-2334. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Hawk Springs State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Rocky Mountain National Park Aspenglen Campground (116.2 mi, reservable)
- Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground (118.6 mi, reservable)
- Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground (120.1 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Hawk Springs State Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 8, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.