Bighorn National Forest is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Bighorn National Forest is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Wyoming camping adventure.
"It’s a small, well-kept park with full hookup RV sites and a few camping spots without services. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, which adds to the laid-back atmosphere."
"This horse friendly RV park is right outside the Bighorn Mountains, which offers beautiful views (check out Crazy Woman Canyon!) and recreational opportunities."
"Sites are very tight but amenities are new and clean. Saw no better and a lot worse in Sheridan. Nice field out back to let dogs run. Also a dedicated dog park."
"The laundry and bathrooms were clean. The campground was clean. A fenced in area for dogs to run and play was fun. We would go back."
$43 - $62 / night
"Check in was quick and we were escorted to pull through 105 with FHUs. Also to our surprise, this was the same site. Utilities are smartly placed in the middle of most sites."
"Sites are level and pull thru, although a bit narrow. No dog park but plenty of room to walk them. Cheaper than the KOA down the street"
$23 - $150 / night
"haStayed here in the fall of 2016 just as the campground was closing for the season, so there was no one around
Clean bathrooms, laundryrooms. Pull-through camper sites. Large shade trees."
"Nice shaded fhu site. Very clean restroom and shower facilities. Laundry facilities are a little dated but worked.
Owners were personable and attentive. Walking distance into the small town."
$25 - $50 / night
"Owners keep Very clean and well maintained rv park with full hookups. Most sites are shaded. Good Wi-Fi and cell service and laundry. Close to town and right off highway but quiet."
"We paid 33 per night (possibly off season?) for a shaded, electric only, pull through, level site. They do offer FHU sites too. WiFi is available, but you are asked not to stream."
"Driving through Bighorn National Forest we found TONS of free dispersed camping off route 20.
Sites are primitive… No running water, no electric, no restrooms."
"It was so so beautiful and secluded. There were other camp sights around but still very private and clean."
$11 - $20 / night
"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."
"Sites were all nicely mowed with very clean fire pits and new picnic tables. We had water access along the whole site. My toddler and 9 year old played in the shallows for hours."
TravelerWe pulled into this small town at 7pm needing a place to stop for the night and they helped us right away. They had a pull through spot with full hook up available for $34 for the night. We have a 38 ft fifth wheel and there is plenty of space. Their cabins look a little run down, but if you need a cheap, quiet, close to the interstate place to stay with your camper, this is a nice stop. Perfect cell service as well.
LegendIt's a typical KOA. Well maintained. Clean. Great showers/rest rooms. Close sites. Pool wasn't open yet. Store. Very friendly staff. Close to town and the interstate. Dog park. Playground. Some road noise. Propane. Wifi.
GuideDriving through Bighorn National Forest we found TONS of free dispersed camping off route 20.
Sites are primitive… No running water, no electric, no restrooms. Sites consist of previously used dispersed site containing clearing and fire pits. There are camping spots for tents and RVs from large to small. If the first spot doesn’t suit you just keep traveling down route 20 to the next.
Far apart and lots of privacy.
We camped along a stream in a 32 foot RV. We were visited by a mother and baby moose.
If you are seeking privacy, this is your place.
No facilities, stores or cell service. You must be prepared and self sufficient.
LegendThis wasn’t our first stay at Deer Park Campground (CG), but it was our first time arriving from the west. We took the first Buffalo exit, which matched up with both RV Life and Waze GPS directions, and easily made our way to the CG. Check-in was quick and smooth. We were guided to premium pull-through site 104. There’s not much “premium” about this gravel site—aside from its generous 80-foot length, which was more than enough for our 40’ fifth wheel and F-450. The site included a picnic table, and the utilities were centered on the pad. We were able to position ourselves well between the two black tank dump outlets. Water pressure was decent at around 40 psi, and the 50 AMP electric service worked without issue. However, the grass was in desperate need of mowing. Right after we arrived, one of the workers began mowing the sites behind us. Those sites weren't filled the two nights we stayed. Since we had reservations, and they knew which site they were putting us in, it would have been nice if they had mowed the sites that were actually filled. We had two bars on Verizon and four bars on T-Mobile. While there are mature trees throughout the CG, satellite reception should be possible at most sites—especially if you can adjust your antenna. There are several “Deer Run” WiFi networks available. I connected to the first one I saw and got a surprising 279 Mbps upload and 119 Mbps download—an enormous improvement since our last visit about two years ago. Our T-Mobile hotspot also performed well, clocking in at 125 Mbps upload and 22.6 Mbps download. Sites are decently spaced, offering a bit of breathing room between neighbors. You can hear I-90 from the CG, but it’s far enough away that the noise isn’t bothersome. One of our favorite features was the nature trail near the front of the CG—about a half-mile loop—where we spotted several deer. A peaceful walk and a nice touch to the stay. We noticed that while the price per night has increased by $20 since we stayed in site 105 in September 2021, the facilities and the grounds haven't changed.
LegendOpen: year round
Fees: $7.00 day use $17.00 camping fee includes day use fee $10.00 additional for electric
Limit: 14 days
Sites: 28
May 1- Sep 30 reservable call 877-996-7275 otherwise sites are FCFS Accessible: 1 site The Visitor is closed from Oct 31- Apr 30
Picnic table, fire ring, water, grass sites, dump station. Many opportunities such as biking, hiking, GEOCatching, wildlife viewing, horseshoes, fishing and even winter sport during the winter. There is a 700 foot long sandstone bluff that contains several hundred American Indian petroglyphs and pictographs that date back 2000 years. This is a wonderful state parks that should catch the interest of everyone in the crowd.
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TravelerOwners keep Very clean and well maintained rv park with full hookups. Most sites are shaded. Good Wi-Fi and cell service and laundry. Close to town and right off highway but quiet. Lots to see and do in the area.
GuideHonestly, this campground is pretty awesome. I love Wyoming and all the great campgrounds and outdoor activities they have, but this campground is definitely one of my favorites. Tie Flume Campground is located in the Bighorn National Forest, with scenery and wildlife all around you. You can't beat that! There are also so many activities to do here. You can hike, fish, hang around your campfire, and they also have a few historical sites located nearby. When I stayed here, I did a lot of hiking and fishing. I did most of my fishing along the South Tongue River which is within walking distance from the campground. The campground itself is pretty clean and well kept. I'm not sure if they offer big sites for RVs, but we stayed in a single family site which came with a camp fire ring and a picnic table. My family and I really enjoyed making a big campfire and making smores! We also cooked some fish one night that I caught in the river. I hiked Lily Lake Trail which is part of the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Really enjoyed this hike, great scenery and awesome views during the hike and at the top. I would definitely recommend hiking at least one of the days of your stay. Great location, great campground, and great atmosphere!
GuideThis is an immaculate, well maintained rv park/ campground. When we came through in early May all the federal campgrounds in the area were still closed. This campground was very much appreciated. Don’t let first impressions fool you. We paid 33 per night (possibly off season?) for a shaded, electric only, pull through, level site. They do offer FHU sites too. WiFi is available, but you are asked not to stream. TMobile service great. Reasonably priced, clean, efficient laundry. HOT, clean showers. The owners are super friendly and helpful. They know their area and love to help with visitor information. The newer section of the campground is NOT shaded and the sites are close. There are tent sites on grass, but they are close together and on the main entrance. We were there in May, sugar beet processing time. The whole town smelled very bad periodically.
LegendThis is an amazing free BLM campground. It’s about 5 miles off of Hwy 16, gravel with occasional washboarding, but overall doable for most vehicles. We had intended to drive a bit further east before looking for a place for the night, but decided to pull off the road to check out the Castle Gardens, for which we saw a sign on the road. We didn’t even know it was a campground until we got there, and wow. What an amazing, beautiful, peaceful, quiet place. There are 4 sites in a loop, each with a shade structure, picnic table, grill, and fire pit. Spot #1 is better suited for tent campers, as you park your car along the loop and then walk a little bit up to the camp area. #2 (the one we chose) has a long driveway leading to the site, so you feel even more secluded, even though the entire campground is pretty secluded. #3 is a shorter driveway that backs to the campsite, and #4 is a pull through. None of the sites were very level.
There is a single vault toilet here, but otherwise no other amenities. No trash service so please keep the area clean. 14 day stay limit. Cell service is existent but iffy. Verizon went between zero service to 3 bars. Up on the hill overlooking the campground there’s good service for both ATT and Verizon. We didn’t see a single other person while we were here on a weekday in late September.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at RV campgrounds in Bighorn National Forest?
Amenities at RV campgrounds in and around Bighorn National Forest vary significantly. Within the forest, most campgrounds offer basic amenities like picnic tables and fire rings. Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site Campground provides electric hookups for an additional $10 fee and is reservable from May through September. For full hookups, nearby options include Worland RV Park & Campground, which offers full hookup sites with excellent water quality, stable 50-amp electrical service, WiFi, and laundry facilities. Many campers prefer to stay at these surrounding private campgrounds for amenities while making day trips into the forest.
Where are the best RV camping spots in Bighorn National Forest?
Bighorn National Forest offers excellent RV camping options. Bighorn National Forest Tie Flume Campground is a top choice with beautiful scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities. For those seeking free options, Route 20 through Bighorn National Forest offers numerous dispersed camping spots suitable for RVs of various sizes. These primitive sites have clearings and fire pits but no hookups or facilities. If you're traveling along the eastern edge of the forest, Castle Gardens provides free BLM camping about 5 miles off Highway 16 on a gravel road that's manageable for most vehicles.
Do I need to rent an RV to camp in Bighorn National Forest or are there rental options nearby?
You don't need to own an RV to camp in Bighorn National Forest, as rental options are available in nearby towns. Buffalo KOA is located near the forest and can often provide information about local RV rentals. Another option is staying at Deer Park RV Park and Campground near Buffalo, which offers premium pull-through sites and is well-positioned for forest access. For those who prefer not to rent an RV, the forest also has tent camping options, and some locations like Shell Campground offer simple overnight accommodations for those visiting the Bighorn area.
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