Swimming near Cheyenne, WY takes a little local knowledge. The high plains run hot and bright in summer, the nearest reservoirs sit 25 miles west and stay cold all year, and campgrounds with pools are scarce across Wyoming because the outdoor season is short at 6,000 feet. When an August afternoon hits the 80s, you want to already know where the water is.
The short version: Cheyenne RV Resort by RJourney keeps a swimming pool on the property for summer, the kind of amenity most area campgrounds skip, with mini golf and a playground for the dripping-wet hours after. For bigger water, Curt Gowdy State Park holds 3 reservoirs (Granite Springs, Crystal, and North Crow) stocked with trout and kokanee, 25 minutes from town. Both work from the same base: the resort sits off I-80 at Exit 367, 10 minutes from downtown and 25 from the lakes. This guide covers both kinds of water fun, plus what to know about pool season, cold reservoirs, and altitude sun.
Pool Season at a Wyoming Campground
At 6,062 feet, outdoor pool season is short and worth planning around. The pool at Cheyenne RV Resort opens for summer, when days climb into the 80s, and it reliably earns its keep after a morning at Vedauwoo or a walk through downtown. Guests name it alongside the dog park as a reason they picked the place. The supporting cast keeps wet kids busy between swims: mini golf, a basketball court, a playground, and banana bike rentals.
2 notes for planners. First, Cheyenne weather swings hard, so a 50-degree morning can still turn into an 85-degree pool afternoon; don’t let the forecast’s low number fool you. Second, exact pool opening and closing dates track the weather, so call (303) 228-6894 to confirm if a swim is the make-or-break amenity for your dates. Nightly sites start at $29.10, and the park is 10 minutes from downtown Cheyenne.
Reservoirs, Fishing, and Bigger Water
For water you can’t do laps in but will remember longer, drive 25 minutes west to Curt Gowdy State Park. 3 reservoirs (Granite Springs, Crystal, and North Crow) sit in granite country at 7,200 feet, stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Fishing is the headline act, more than 35 miles of trails wrap the shorelines, and public archery ranges round out a full day. Check current rules with Wyoming State Parks before you count on swimming there; high-altitude reservoirs run cold even in August, and policies vary by location.
Further west, Medicine Bow National Forest holds alpine lakes along the Snowy Range Scenic Byway (open roughly late May through mid-October), where the water is for looking at and the views do the refreshing. Build the loop right and you can fish a reservoir in the morning and be back at the campground pool by mid-afternoon.
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Cheyenne RV Resort by RJourney
Cheyenne RV Resort sits just off I-80 at Exit 367 on the east side of Cheyenne, Wyoming’s capital and the largest city between Denver and the Rockies. You are 5 minutes from the highway and 10 minutes from downtown. Camping World is next door, Maverik is within walking distance, and Holliday Park is a short drive away. The park operates year-round and serves a steady mix of workforce travelers, families, and road-trippers breaking up the I-80 corridor. July brings Cheyenne Frontier Days and the park fills months ahead. Outside that surge, availability is reasonable with a few days’ notice, and monthly rates make the park practical for extended stays.
Sites & Hookups
Every RV site comes with full hookups: water, sewer, and 30/50-amp electric. Pull-through sites handle big rigs without the headache of backing in, and back-in sites are in the mix. Tent sites are available (sites T01 through T11, with water and electric hookups, so tent sites here are not dry-camping-only). Cabins work for visitors who want a bed, walls, and a roof without bringing their own. A dump station and propane fill station are on-site, and every site has a picnic table. Triple-towing is not allowed; towed vehicles must be unhooked and parked in overflow ($10 fee per additional vehicle).
What's On-Site
Cheyenne RV Resort packs more on-site amenities than most campgrounds in the area. A swimming pool, mini golf course, basketball court, playground, dog park, and pavilion live on the property. Banana bikes are available to rent. Firewood sales and propane fills are handled at the office and store, WiFi covers the park, and ADA-accessible facilities are on-site. The dog park is one of the most popular amenities per staff, and guests regularly mention it alongside the pool as the reason they chose to stay. After a day hiking at Vedauwoo or exploring downtown Cheyenne, the pool and a lounge chair reliably earn their keep in summer. T-Joe’s Steakhouse, local to Cheyenne, offers resort guests a 10% discount on meals.
What Guests Say
4.2 stars across 757 Google reviews. The themes that come up most often: cleanliness, staff, and the bathhouse. The ones guests flag when something is off (pet policy questions, the occasional check-in snag) run to roughly a dozen mentions each out of 757. That ratio is the story. Repeat guests come back for the consistency: same well-kept sites, same team at the office, same pool routine summer after summer. A good share of the park fills with workforce travelers, traveling nurses and contractors on long assignments, and what they bring up is staff who remember their names by the second stay.
Other RV Parks Near Cheyenne, WY
<p>Other area parks put you closer to the reservoirs, with fewer amenities on-site. Worth weighing if fishing outranks pool time in your crew.</p>
Terry Bison Ranch RV Park
Full hookup RV sites alongside a working bison ranch. Take a train ride through the pastures to see the herd, and grab a bison burger at the on-site restaurant. Sites are more basic than a dedicated resort and you are farther from town services, but the bison make it memorable. Visit website.
Curt Gowdy State Park
Over 200 campsites across three reservoirs at 7,200 feet, with IMBA Silver-rated mountain biking, trout and kokanee fishing, and granite scenery far from the highway. No showers, no full hookups. Big rigs should check site dimensions before booking. Reserve through Wyoming State Parks. Visit website.
Things to Do from Your RV Park Base in Cheyenne
Curt Gowdy State Park, 25 miles west, anchors the area’s water recreation with three reservoirs (Granite Springs, Crystal, and North Crow) stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Archery ranges are open to the public and over 35 miles of mountain biking trails tie the park together. It makes a solid day trip from any RV park in Cheyenne.
Vedauwoo Recreation Area is 25 minutes west via I-80 Exit 329, where giant Sherman granite formations rise out of the forest. It is known worldwide for crack climbing and bouldering; non-climbers can hike the family-friendly Turtle Rock Trail (1.5 miles) or Box Canyon Trail for longer views. The eastern edge of Medicine Bow National Forest starts about 30 miles west, where the Snowy Range Scenic Byway crosses the mountains at over 10,800 feet (open roughly late May through mid-October).
Downtown Cheyenne is 10 minutes from the resort: the historic depot district has restaurants, craft breweries like Freedom’s Edge and Accomplice, shops, and the Wyoming State Capitol with free tours. The Old West Museum on the Frontier Park grounds is open year-round and houses one of the best collections of horse-drawn carriages in the country. The Cheyenne Depot Museum covers the city’s railroad history inside the restored Union Pacific depot.
Seasonal Guide for RV Travelers in Cheyenne
Summer (June through August)
Peak season. The pool opens, days warm into the 80s, and Frontier Days dominates late July. Temperature swings are real here: a morning can start at 45 degrees and hit 85 by afternoon, then drop back to 50 after sunset. Book well ahead for any stay overlapping CFD week.
Fall (September through October)
Crowds thin after Labor Day and the rodeo crush clears out. Cooler days and crisp nights make for comfortable travel, and the drive up the Snowy Range stays open into mid-October. A good window for a quieter stay with easier availability.
Winter (November through March)
Cold and windy, but the park operates year-round and workforce travelers keep it steady. Wind is the main challenge in any season here, and winter brings cold snaps. Skirting and heat management matter for longer stays at 6,062 feet.
Spring (April through May)
Shoulder season with the strongest winds of the year: gusts regularly top 50 mph, so secure your awning before bed, always. Weather is variable, warming through May. The Snowy Range Scenic Byway typically reopens late May.
Practical Tips for RV Travelers in Cheyenne
Wind is the main challenge. Cheyenne averages around 13 mph and spring gusts regularly top 50 mph. If you leave your awning out overnight, Wyoming will take it.
Cheyenne sits at 6,062 feet, Vedauwoo at 8,400, and the Snowy Range tops 10,800. If you are coming from sea level, drink extra water and take it easy on day one. Your engine will feel the altitude on mountain grades too.
Services disappear fast once you leave Cheyenne heading west toward the national forest. Maverik is walking distance from the resort. Fill your tank and your propane before heading into the backcountry.
Every RV park, campground, and hotel within 50 miles fills during CFD (July 17-26, 2026). For a full hookup site in late July, reserve months in advance.
A 40-degree swing in a single day is normal. Layers matter, and your RV's climate control will work harder than you expect.
UV exposure climbs with elevation, and Cheyenne sits at 6,062 feet. Reapply often at the pool, and pack shade gear for reservoir days at Curt Gowdy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which campgrounds in Wyoming have swimming pools?
Fewer than you’d find in warmer states, since the outdoor season is short at this elevation. Near the capital, Cheyenne RV Resort by RJourney has an on-site swimming pool open in summer, along with mini golf, a playground, and a basketball court. If a pool is a must-have for your Wyoming route, confirm it before booking anywhere; many parks in the state go without.
When does the pool open at Cheyenne RV Resort?
The pool runs through the summer season, when Cheyenne days reach the 80s. Exact opening and closing dates track the weather year to year, so call the office at (303) 228-6894 to confirm the pool is open for your specific dates, especially in early June or late August when the calendar gets uncertain.
Can you swim at Curt Gowdy State Park?
The 3 reservoirs there draw most visitors for trout and kokanee fishing rather than swimming, and the water stays cold at 7,200 feet even in midsummer. Check current swimming policies with Wyoming State Parks before planning a swim day. For reliable swimming, do the reservoir in the morning and the campground pool in the afternoon.
Are there public swimming pools in Cheyenne, WY?
Yes, Cheyenne is the state’s largest city and operates municipal aquatic facilities; check the City of Cheyenne’s website for current locations, hours, and seasons. Guests at Cheyenne RV Resort usually skip the drive, since the on-site pool is steps from the sites and free to use during a stay.
Is lake water in Wyoming warm enough for swimming?
Mostly no. The reservoirs near Cheyenne sit at 7,200 feet and the alpine lakes in Medicine Bow National Forest are higher still, so the water stays cold even in August. Treat lakes here as fishing, paddling, and scenery water, and plan actual swimming around a heated or sun-warmed pool in town.
Can I fish Curt Gowdy and still get pool time in one day?
Easily. Curt Gowdy is about 25 minutes from Cheyenne RV Resort, so a morning of fishing on Granite Springs or Crystal still has you back at the campground by early afternoon, when the day peaks in the 80s and the pool is at its best. It’s the standard summer rhythm here: cold water before lunch, warm water after.
Reserve Your RV Site in Cheyenne
Cheyenne RV Resort by RJourney gives you full hookup sites, pull-throughs for big rigs, a pool, a dog park, and Camping World next door. You are 5 minutes from I-80, 10 minutes from downtown, and 25 minutes from Vedauwoo. Monthly rates at $550 make it work for extended stays, and nightly rates start at $29.10.
See all site types, rates, and live availability on the Cheyenne RV Resort page.
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