Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground
Paul M.
Reviewed Mar. 10, 2019

Best Campground in the State of Wyoming

The Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site is maintained by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. I normally avoid campgrounds and prefer dispersed camping or backpacking, but I gladly camp here. Sites are well spaced out with Medicine Lodge Creek running through the campground. A walking/bike path goes end to end in the park following the creek. It does not have electrical hookups or dump stations for RVs. There are no shower facilities, but it does have vault toilets and drinking water. You can also buy firewood onsite as there is really nowhere to gather your own wood inside the park. You can go down the 4WD road at the north end of the park to Black Butte a bit and usually find your own firewood, however. All fires must be within the campsite fire rings.

The Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site is a perfect place to camp to explore the Bighorn Mountains, being relatively close to the Medicine Wheel and Shell Falls. If you enjoy craft beer, Tensleep Brewery -- located in a refurbished barn -- is located approximately 20 - 30 miles south in Tensleep.

  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019
  • Review photo of Medicine Lodge Archaelogical Site Campground by Paul M., March 10, 2019