Three small sites along the Middle Fork of the Powder River break up miles of open sagebrush terrain in this no-fee BLM campground. The rough access road leads to a maintained restroom facility and creek-side camping spots that attract anglers targeting the river's fish populations. One reviewer noted the contrast between the surrounding arid landscape and the riparian corridor's flowers and butterflies, though bugs can be persistent near the water.
The campground operates on a self-registration system where visitors sign into a comments box with their stay details. A steep trail leads down to a picnic table positioned directly beside the creek. No pets are permitted at this location. Campers seeking developed amenities might consider Grave Springs Campground as an alternative option in the area.
Description
Astride a blue-ribbon trout stream, this remote and picturesque campground features five camping sites with fire rings, restroom and drinking water. Use of the area is free with a 14-day limit on camping (as on all public lands). The Middle Fork of the Powder River Campground, located at an elevation of 7,500 feet, is open from May through September.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMiddle Fork of The Powder River Campground is located in Wyoming near Lysite
Directions
From Ten Sleep, the area is reached by driving 20 miles south on State Highway 434 to Big Trails. From there turn left on the graveled Dry Farm Road and drive about 13 miles to the Hazelton Road. Turn right and drive about 17 miles on two-track dirt road to the campground. For other routes to the campground, check with the BLM offices in Worland, Buffalo, or Casper.
Address
Worland Field Office
101 South 23rd
Worland, WY 82401
Coordinates
43.5772786 N
107.1400947 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 17 min from Casper, WY
- 3 hrs 59 min from Billings, MT
- 4 hrs 42 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 57 min from Rapid City, SD







