Murphy Creek (FR 10002) in WY -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Wyoming

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Murphy Creek (FR 10002) in WY

Bridger-Teton NF, Greys River Ranger District
6,626 ft
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A 9.8-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lincoln County, WY. The road serves Murphy Lake Picnic Area.

Bridger-Teton National Forest, Greys River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

4.9 of the 9.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 3.4 miles of dirt. Climbs 2,300 ft over 9.8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 21%. Winds through 17 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 1.6 and 3.5 miles in.

Stewart Peak stands 3,446 ft above the site, 3.2 miles west. The Murphy Lakes shoreline is 0.1 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.1 miles off. The nearest town, Star Valley Ranch, is 7.3 mi off.

September normals 34–70°F, 1.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Bridger-Teton National Forest, Greys River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?