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Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping

Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping is located in Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from 30°F in cooler months to 80°F in warmer months. Nearby attractions include the Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark and Shell Falls, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.

Description

National Forest

Bighorn National Forest

Free Dispersed camping outside of Bighorn National Forest's Powder River Ranger District. No reservations. First come, first served. This is a high elevation location.

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Location

Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping is located in Wyoming

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

44.06721749723094 N
106.97185215566883 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Firewood Available
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jul. 24, 2023

Solid spot

Don’t think we found the exact spot this individual stayed at as we came up on a pay campground known as doyle, but if you drive past it and over a cow guard there is a place to park your car and more primitive dispersed like sites available. Solid views and a little away from other campers.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping by Hayden S., July 24, 2023
  • Review photo of Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping by Hayden S., July 24, 2023
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2022

Beautiful, Free and Relief from the Heat of Summer

The specific location given is about 4.5 miles in from hwy 16, and there are numerous areas to set up your camper on the way in. The farther you go, the more private it is. The dirt roads are well maintained, but still a fair amount of rock, so slower speeds are safer. The entire Bighorn NF area is saturated with dispersed camping.

The limit is 2 weeks, and Ranger request that you move about 5 miles, if you want to stay longer. There are locals who come to ride their dirt bikes and ATV's in the area, more so on the weekends, but has not been too much of a nuisance. There is plenty of deadwood in the areas to gather as firewood, and Canyon Creek has a brisk stream of water flowing. Satellite images show it dry.

Elevation of this area is about 9500', so temps are cool and comfortable even in August.

Very dark and clear night sky is great for star gazing. And there is a park dump/fresh water station a very short distance away. Not sure about other cell services, but Zero T-mobile signal, but I had just purchased the Starlink system before heading this way and I'm getting high-speed internet and Wi-Fi calling, in the middle of nowhere! This is my favorite boondocking area so far. Note, this area is suitable for most Big Rigs

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping by Ronald C., August 8, 2022
  • Review photo of Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping by Ronald C., August 8, 2022
  • Review photo of Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping by Ronald C., August 8, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping?

    Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Canyon Creek Road Dispersed Camping does not have wifi.