Established Camping
Connor Battlefield State Historic Site
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Connor Battlefield State Historic Site, near Ranchester, Wyoming, is a unique spot that combines history with a peaceful camping experience. This campground offers a few sites along the scenic Tongue River, providing a nice backdrop for your stay.
The area features picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings. Visitors have noted the clean vault toilets and the well-kept grounds, making it a pleasant place to unwind. One camper mentioned, “What a wonderful little park to spend the night in,” highlighting the tranquility of the site, despite the occasional train passing by.
For those looking to stretch their legs, there’s a short walk to Ranchester across a pedestrian suspension bridge, and a great hike at Tongue River Canyon is just a short drive away. Families will appreciate the small playground for kids, along with plenty of grassy areas for them to run around.
While the campground doesn’t offer many utilities, it’s a great choice for those who are prepared and looking for a quiet escape. Just remember to bring your own supplies, as there are no grocery stores nearby. Whether you're passing through or planning a quick getaway, Connor Battlefield State Historic Site is a solid option for a peaceful night under the stars.
Description
State Park
The site consists of 20 camping and picnic sites nestled in an oxbow of the Tongue River in the shade of large cottonwoods. There are two restrooms, a playground and horseshoe pits. Each camping and picnic site has a grill and table and two sites are ADA accessible. Connor offers a quiet, relaxing campsite, away from the hustle of the road in the peaceful shade of a river bottom. Community facilities are within a few blocks, and yet a visitor would never know it. Camping sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, without reservations. Camping is seasonal. The park closes to camping and vehicles on October 31.
Site grounds open 24 hours.
Site grounds open year-round, weather permitting; camping permitted May 1 - Sep. 30.
Restrooms and drinking water systems are closed Oct. 1 - Apr. 30.
Location
Connor Battlefield State Historic Site is located in Wyoming
Coordinates
44.90559598 N
107.16296655 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires