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Cook Lake Rec Area in Wyoming
Hard to BookNational Forest

Cook Lake Rec Area

Black Hills National Forest, Wyoming

September 2026 — tap sold-out dates to watch them

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Next Available Dates

Sep 7 (8 sites)Sep 8 (11 sites)Sep 9 (11 sites)

8 sites open on Sep 7 at Cook Lake Rec Area. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Last checked 5 September 2026, 10:36 UTC.

Notices from Recreation.gov

In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles. This fee is payable to the camp host upon arrival

These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only.

Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis

A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check in. Pets must be leashed, under control and attended at all times.

The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder.

If multiple sites are reserved on one card, the rest of the camping fee will be collected upon arrival unless another card holder occupies the site!

Open fires allowed if contained and attended to; be sure that fire is completely extinguished before leaving; check with the local Forest Service Office for fire restrictions

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 4, 2026. Check Cook Lake Rec Area on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes applyReservations close: 2 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Cook Lake Rec Area, read on September 4, 2026.

Cook Lake Rec Area Facts

  • As of September 2026, Cook Lake Rec Area is a campground in Black Hills National Forest, Wyoming with 35 campsites.
  • Cook Lake Rec Area is booked through Recreation.gov.
  • PermitSnag checks Cook Lake Rec Area for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
  • Cook Lake Rec Area is located at 44.5947° N, 104.4086° W.

At a Glance

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Best For
RV Camping
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Setting
Mountain
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Sites
35

Things to Do

🎣Fishing
🚤Boating
🥾Hiking
🚴Biking
🦌Wildlife
📷Photography
🏎️Offroad
🐴Horse Riding

Frequently Asked Questions

Cook Lake Rec Area is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Sites at Cook Lake Rec Area

15 sites listed by Recreation.gov.

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
019COOKStandard846 ft
020COOKStandard848 ft
021COOKStandard848 ft
022COOKStandard850 ft
023COOKStandard845 ft
024COOKStandard856 ft
025COOKStandard849 ft
026COOKStandard838 ft
027COOKStandard845 ft
028COOKStandard860 ft
029COOKStandard846 ft
030COOKStandard845 ft
031COOKStandard850 ft
032COOKStandard848 ft
033COOKStandard850 ft

Site Types

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Standard
15 sites

Amenities

🚻restrooms💧potable water

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