Bighorn National Forest

Wow West Tensleep, did they give the campground this name because there’s so much to do, that you’d better bring at least nine more friends? The campground is situated on the southern shore of the West Tensleep Lake, which is wonderfully scenic, but also at 125 acres– an astounding source for canoeing adventure and fishing fun. Or opt to stay on l Read more...

Okay, okay - the name may seem a tad ominous. But we like to think that Dead Swede Campground references the died-and-gone-to-heaven feeling you’ll get when you score a tent site here with a breathtaking view of the South Tongue River. Take that sentiment and triple it if you’re a fisherman; nearby Sibley Lake is teeming with three kinds of trout. Read more...

Stretching along the South Fork of Clear Creek, South Fork Campground is nestled in a dense grove of Lodgepole pines. The Circle Park Trailhead is three miles from the campground. This beautiful trail will bring you to sights of pristine alpine lakes and two 12,000 foot peaks within the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Nearby roads provide excellent scenic Read more...

Sitting Bull Campground invites you to kick back on the treelined edge of an expansive mountain meadow. What gets more beautiful than that? Wyoming is known as being “like no place on earth” and we have to agree. Nearby you’ll find Meadowlark Lake, which offers boating and fishing recreation, and access to the popular West Tensleep Lake Trail whic Read more...

Feel free to turn off your “nature sounds” bedtime app - at this campground, you’ll be lulled to sleep by the surprisingly mighty waters of Shell Creek. A perfect basecamp for those interested in the area’s natural wonders, you won’t have to travel far to encounter a number of visitor centers featuring impressive interpretive exhibits, not to ment Read more...

Middle Fork Campground sits on the banks of the Middle Fork of Clear Creek, within pine and aspen forests, and rivers and creeks abound! There are many hiking trails in the area, and the Circle Park Trailhead is located 3. 5 miles from the campground, which will lead you to access numerous alpine lakes, and two 12,000 foot peaks within the Cloud P Read more...

The beating heart of north-central Wyoming, the Bighorn Mountain range is commonly referred to as the little sister of the Rocky Mountains, and perfectly situated for your Great Plains adventurin’! Located along the west side of the picturesque Cloud Peak Skyway, Boulder Park Campground sits on the banks of West Tensleep Creek in a wide open meado Read more...

Clouds above you, the Tie Hack Campground waits for you to discover its hiking, fishing, and scenic driving, close to the Tie Hack Reservoir and only 15 miles west of Buffalo. Three miles from the campground you’ll discover the Circle Park Trailhead, a beautiful venture that will have your heart pounding as you gaze upon alpine lakes and panoramic Read more...

With easy roadside access, plenty of shade, biking, hiking, and OHV trails, it’s no mystery why Deer Park Campground is so popular. Its no-reservations policy saves you the hassle of having to think ahead, and you can take a short walk to West Tensleep Creek whenever you feel like it. Plus, basic amenities and picnicking are provided for too! The Read more...

There’s nothing “lower” about Lower Paintrock Lake Campground. In Wyoming’s Bighorn National Forest, right next to Cloud Peak Wilderness, the names alone imply that you’re gonna be dealing with rocky scenery so beautiful it looks painted, and a vast mountaintop landscape that seems to just disappear into the pillowy sky. At an elevation of 9300 fe Read more...

In the Bighorn Mountains, you’re bound to see an abundance of wildlife no matter where you decide to set up shop. If you really want to hedge your bets, however, you might want to make Ranger Creek Recreation Area your first choice. Situated right next to an open meadow, the animal viewing is out of this world! If waiting patiently isn’t really yo Read more...

We’re not sure if Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman operated out of a lodge in Wyoming, but it sure feels like you’re a homesteader on the frontier at Medicine Lodge Lake Campground in Bighorn National Forest. Jutting up between the Powder River and Big Horn Basins, the grounds here will have you camping at upwards of 9000 feet, so bring cozy evening laye Read more...

If you’re into re-wilding, we highly recommend a wilderness jaunt to the Cross Creek Campground. Located somewhat close to the town of Big Horn, this campground is guaranteed to be a big adventure! The last two miles of the dusty, dirty road here will require a high clearance vehicle. Once you arrive you’ll be treated to some primitive campsites a Read more...

The Bighorn Mountains contain some of the most impressive wilderness in the region, boasting a number of peaks topping out at over 13,000 feet and endlessly lush foothills teeming with wildlife. East Fork Campground is a fine place to use as a jumping off point for your adventure. A small loop of both tent and RV friendly sites, this campground is Read more...

Wyoming, you never disappoint, especially at the North Tongue Campground. The campground is perched on the banks of the North Fork Tongue River and Big Willow Creek in the Bighorn Mountains, where craggy granite peaks rise like nature’s skyscrapers. While you’re camping here you can partake in fishing, hiking, swimming, and gazing in awe at the su Read more...

Located on the big and beautiful Bighorn Scenic Byway, Owen Creek Campground treats its patrons to jaw-dropping views of craggy peaks and a refreshing dip in a mountain stream. It’ll be just another average day in Wyoming, you know, epic fishing, scenic drives, hiking, viewing wildlife, and checking out nearby lakes. And back at camp there’s plent Read more...

If your camping checklist includes wilderness, lakes, wild rivers, great fishing, and epic hiking, the Prune Creek Campground is at your service! The campground is located on the Bighorn Scenic Byway (one of the best wilderness road trips ever) and offers up some stunning views of craggy peaks and midnight skies. Added bonus: the Medicine Wheel Na Read more...

Isn’t it ironic: finding solitude in the wilderness is getting harder and harder these days. Bighorn National Forest is one of the most visited wild areas in the region, and finding the perfect balance of convenience and seclusion ain’t easy. For those uncompromising few, I bring you Little Goose Campground - teeny-tiny, with (very) basic amenitie Read more...

If you’re planning on getting high this weekend, why not head to the Bighorns? At 7,900 feet above sea level, and surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the Sibley Lake Campground will keep you cool when things heat up at the lower elevations. Sibley Lake is a perfect destination for paddlers, and anglers, who have good luck reeling in rainbow, brown, a Read more...

The Bighorn National Forest is a secluded oasis for outdoor adventurers, with countless opportunities for hiking, climbing, fishing, paddling, and our favorite pastime -- camping. Tie Flume Campground is a fabulous base camp for all your Bighorn explorations. Hiking and OFV trails will take you wherever you want to go -- across streams, over mount Read more...

It gets chilly up in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming, and huddling close to other warm bodies fends the chills off better than even your favorite college bookstore hoodie. It’s perfect, then, that Willow Park Group Campground fits up to 150 people at its lush meadow campsite, surrounded on all sides by tall pines that are themselves surrounded by Read more...

As you drive into the campsite at Pine Island Group Area in Wyoming’s Bighorn National Forest, you’ll notice the bubbling Tongue River winding its way along the back side of your meadow. You’ll notice a wall of rock on the other side of it, and your head will tilt back. . . and back. . . and even further back, taking in the granite crag rising 13, Read more...

Less than 20 miles from Big Horn, Wyoming, Ranger Creek campground brings you a forested landscape and an open view. The river offers plentiful catch for the fishing gurus, and the recreation area offers entertainment for the rest of the family, with a ball field and group picnicking area. If you’re coming with a crew, be sure to reserve the group Read more...

Close your eyes, spin around and take a direction. Okay, so Circle Park Campground may not make it that easy, but it sure is beloved for its trail action. With the Circle Park Trailhead and the Cloud Peak Wilderness nearby, hikers and bikers will be on cloud nine. This small, tucked-away campground gives you close fishing-friendly creek access and Read more...

Wicked cool variety in landscape and weather make the Cloud Peak and Rock Creek Wilderness Areas spectacular, and what better way to get in some essential scenic viewing than on horseback? Primarily catering to equestrian needs, but welcoming hikers, bikers and OHV riders as well, small in-demand Hunter Campground offers easy paved road entrance i Read more...

Island Park Campground isn't really on an island, but with plenty of space between sites and fishing along West Tensleep Creek, it might feel that way. On the other hand, with nearby options for hiking, biking, OHV riding, and birding, you’ll be provided with miles and miles of scenic viewing in multiple directions, whatever your preferred mode of Read more...

For a grand outdoor experience, nestled among pines, stay at Leigh Creek Campground. Located at the bottom of Leigh Canyon, Leigh Creek Campground offers access to gorgeous greenery and breathtaking water scenery. Go fly fishing in Tensleep Creek, explore the nearby interpretive signs explaining the geology of the white limestone cliffs, or take t Read more...

Looking for a four-season getaway that is perfect for cross-country ski trips, snowmobile vacations, hunting trips, and summer getaways? Pole Creek Cabin can be your little slice of heaven for a weekend, a week, or even longer. The cabin was built by the boy scouts in the 50s and sleeps four to six people. It’s nestled in a lodgepole pine forest a Read more...

Bald Mountain Campground is a treasure chest brimming with jewels of nature! Not only are there beautiful views and interpretive signage to get the wheels of your brain moving, but Bald Mountain Campground is also located along the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway, and the National Historic Landmark is nearby at four miles away. This unique geo Read more...

Snuggled into the folds of a lodgepole pine and aspen forest, Porcupine Campground comes pretty close to camping nirvana. Each site is large and comes with plenty of shade and excellent wildlife viewing; there’s even firewood available (for a fee). Perfect for those with an appetite for bipedal exploration, the nearby Jaws trailhead makes it easy Read more...

Meandering up a hillside amongst a thick grove of Lodgepole pines, settle into Lost Cabin Campground or throw your stuff into a pile and start exploring. Meadowlark Lake is 20 minutes west of the campground, and Tie Hack Reservoir is 20 minutes north– both excellent locations for canoeing and fishing. If it’s panoramic views you’re looking for, th Read more...

There is nothing more romantic than a cabin getaway in the wilderness, just you and that lucky someone, and Muddy Guard Cabin has romance written all over it. This solitary log cabin was built by the CCC in the 1930s as a Forest Service Guard Station. Today, it embraces campers who want to get away and enjoy the drop-dead-gorgeous scenery of the h Read more...

Now here’s a unique lodging option courtesy of the Bighorn National Forest. The Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout is a primitive lodge perched high atop Sheep Mountain. Fall asleep each night under a clear and expansive sky, and wake up each morning to sweeping views of the Bighorns and the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Wildlife and wildflowers are your only n Read more...

So you wanna explore the awesome scenery in and around the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area, but don’t wanna be all touristy about it? Consider Doyle Creek Campground, your new low-traffic high-elevation digs. Spacious sites, towering lodgepole pines, and a creek for fishing, combine with an exciting and peaceful paradise for hikers, bikers, OHV riders, Read more...