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Connor Battlefield State Historic Site

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This campground is closed for the season from October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.

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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.

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Location

Connor Battlefield State Historic Site is located in Wyoming

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Coordinates

44.90559598 N
107.16296655 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

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

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Reviewed Aug. 11, 2024

Very nice little campground

Unknown except for locals who picnic here. Campground is almost empty. No site #s. State park but more like a city campground. Grass and clover to camp on. Tongue river surrounds camp. $20.34 for non residents!

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2022

Wonderful little park to stay.

What a wonderful little park to spend the night in. We found it by mistake and glad we did. The grounds are well kept and it was very quiet as well, well, with the exception of the occasional train going by but hey if that's a deal breaker, go else where. 

There are a couple of pull-thru sites for large rigs and about 10 back-in sites for smaller ones. They are not numbered and no reservations, first-come first-served. There are different prices for resident and non-resident but are very reasonable either way. 

There are "no" utilities, so come prepared. They do have water spigots in certain areas of the park but after Sept. 30th they shut them off, so... there is water to be had at the "Public Works" building across the river just as you come in, if you need. It is a spigot on the side of the building. We used our 30 gal. bladder to gain better access instead of pulling the 40' rig close by. They do have "vault toilets" within the park and are very clean.

SiteFar side along the river - pull thru site
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Lawrence P., October 18, 2022
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Lawrence P., October 18, 2022
Reviewed Jul. 16, 2022

Convenient location by the river

This is basically a city park, but away from the highway. Vault toilets, and the one near my campsite was reasonably clean. Lots of available sites, even on a Friday in mid-July. Fee is $20.34 for non-residents of Wyoming. There is a small playground for the kiddos and lots of grass for them to run around.

Sitenot numbered
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 14, 2022

Maiden Voyage

This was close to home, because I'm preparing a travel van and it was perfect for a quick get away. It was a Sunday night stay, so it was super quite. Camp host was friendly, toilets clean and even got a visit from a Great Horned Owl!

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Jen W., July 14, 2022
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2021

Convenient but bathrooms closed!

We stopped here just for an overnight and didn't even get to see the place in the dark. Even so, it was conveniently located just outside of Ranchester and we got a spot right along the creek which even in the dark sparkled in the moonlight. Worst thing was that the bathrooms were closed though! Supposedly closed for season due to vandalism. Be forewarned if you dont have a potty in your camper!

SiteCreekside
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 18, 2021

Needs Some Work

We stayed here for one night on a drive through because it was close to the interstate. Sure glad we weren’t staying longer. It’s basically a town park for the locals where they walk their dogs and kids play in the river. The toilets were filthy and disgusting. The park area grounds weren’t well maintained. But it provided a flat shady spot to park for a night. Skip this one unless you just don’t have a choice.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed May. 6, 2021

Tranquil spot by the river

Judy, the previous reviewer shared a lot of great details, so I won't repeat them.

What I can add is that Wy residents cost is $15 and non resident is $18 a night. Self pay station. Sites are not numbered. They are first come only. Sites along the river are not shaded. The others have plenty. There is a train track nearby. We only heard 2 though. One late afternoon and one before 10 pm. It was not loud enough to be annoying. Lastly, come prepared. When we were there on a Wed and Thurs., no restaurant open. There is no grocery. There is a gas station that has a few basics.

There is a great hike 20 min away outside of Dayton. Tongue River Canyon. Stunning.

Sitesites are not numbered. stayed by water fall
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Nancy C., May 6, 2021
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Nancy C., May 6, 2021
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Nancy C., May 6, 2021
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Reviewed Nov. 26, 2020

Beautiful setting along Tongue River

This is a Wyoming state historical site commemorating the 1865 Battle of Tongue River between General Connor and Chief Black Bear of the Arapaho Village. There is both a campground and a day use area.

The sites are shaded by willows. Our site was near a ranch where we could see their horses in the pasture. The cost for $16 for a nice site, picnic table, fire ring, flush toilets, potable water, garbage cans. The day use area providing children’s playground equipment. It is a short walk to Ranchester across a pedestrian suspension bridge.

  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Judy T., November 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Judy T., November 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site by Judy T., November 26, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Connor Battlefield State Historic Site?

    Camping at Connor Battlefield State Historic Site can cost between $11.30 and $20.34 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Connor Battlefield State Historic Site?

    Connor Battlefield State Historic Site is located at 3740 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Connor Battlefield State Historic Site?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Connor Battlefield State Historic Site, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Connor Battlefield State Historic Site?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.