Best Campgrounds near Meeteetse, WY

The Meeteetse area of Wyoming provides a strategic base for exploring both local attractions and the eastern approach to Yellowstone National Park. Camping options range from primitive tent sites at Brown Mountain Campground to the more developed facilities at Oasis Motel & RV Park within Meeteetse itself. Wood River Campground, operating from late May through September, accommodates tents, RVs, and glamping setups about 20 miles southwest of town. For those seeking more remote experiences, the surrounding Bureau of Land Management territories between Cody and Greybull offer dispersed camping opportunities with minimal facilities but maximum solitude.

Wyoming's notorious winds and variable weather patterns significantly impact camping experiences in the Meeteetse region. As one camper noted about a nearby site, "It was unbelievably windy and two other campers' tents were mangled when we arrived." Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through September or October, with limited or no winter accessibility. Bear awareness becomes increasingly important as campers venture westward toward Yellowstone, where grizzly habitat requires proper food storage and safety precautions. Many primitive sites lack potable water, requiring visitors to bring their own supplies or utilize water purification systems for nearby streams.

Fishing opportunities receive consistent praise from visitors to the region, with several campgrounds situated near productive trout waters. The Wood River area provides access to quality fishing while maintaining a less crowded atmosphere than sites closer to Yellowstone. Campers frequently mention the dramatic mountain views as a highlight of staying in the region. While amenities at most sites remain basic, with vault toilets and limited services, the trade-off is worthwhile for many. As one reviewer of a nearby campground noted, "The view is amazing. It was quiet and overall a nice place to hike or bike around." Cell service varies dramatically throughout the area, with higher elevations and ridgelines typically offering better connectivity for those needing to stay connected.

Best Camping Sites Near Meeteetse, Wyoming (51)

    1. Cody BLM Dispersed

    20 Reviews
    Cody, WY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 578-5900

    "We pulled off of highway 16 to just explore and found that this area has a lot of options for camping. It is a vast stretch of BLM land between Cody and Greybull."

    "One tuck drove around us at a considerate distance. Around 9:30pm. No big deal. Was one other van parked where we first came in."

    2. Meeteetse

    1 Review
    Meeteetse, WY
    1 mile

    "Roads aren’t super well maintained, so make sure you’re comfortable with driving on gravel, and 4WD"

    3. Lower Sunshine Reservoir

    1 Review
    Meeteetse, WY
    8 miles

    "Most of the spots are on a ridge above the reservoir, but there is a way to drive below the ridge and camp. The vault toilet is on the water level, so a walk up after use!"

    4. Cody KOA

    19 Reviews
    Cody, WY
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 587-2369

    "This campground is just outside Cody, WY. Easy access for people just passing through, just off a main road."

    "Park is all gravel, thus neighbor driving at 4am around makes a bit of noise. Airport is next door too. Had an enjoyable stay"

    5. Absaroka Bay RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Cody, WY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 527-7440

    $50 - $70 / night

    "Close to town and the museum, which is why we stayed here. Sites are close together but we didn't care we were just staying one night. Easy in and out and there are eateries within walking distance."

    "Close to the east entrance to Yellowstone this park is also in Cody, a cool town. Staff is nice bathhouse is clean."

    6. North Fork Campground — Buffalo Bill State Park

    34 Reviews
    Wapiti, WY
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 587-9227

    "This was a great stop on a national parks trip in the Wyoming area. The campground was less busy than in the national parks. Sites were clean and large."

    "Surrounded by mountains and right on the Shoshone River, this is a bit of Heaven on earth."

    7. Wood River

    4 Reviews
    Meeteetse, WY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 868-2536

    "Small forested campground with about 5 sites, situated along the Wood River. Quiet aside from a few cattle trucks during the day. Mostly just peaceful river sounds."

    8. Oasis Motel & RV Park

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    Meeteetse, WY
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (307) 868-2551

    9. Brown Mountain

    2 Reviews
    Meeteetse, WY
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 868-2536

    10. Sheep Mountain BLM

    11 Reviews
    Wapiti, WY
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 775-6256

    "There are some additional locations to park higher on the hill but the road to get there is a little more rough. I've seen smaller camper vans but we couldn't haul our big rig up there."

    "Awesome site 45 minutes from East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park and about 20 minutes to Cody. Where we camped you possibly could fit about 3 - 4 vehicles / tent sites."

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Recent Reviews near Meeteetse, WY

274 Reviews of 51 Meeteetse Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Ponderosa Campground

    Cody Wyoming ponderosa RV resort

    This is a great campground if you want to be close to town. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. The RV park is very dog friendly. The RV park also has a laundry room open 24 hours. Which was a must have after 3 weeks of camping in dispersed areas. It has a great gift shop as well. Not to mention it is a beautiful park. However they do close mid-October.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Cody BLM Dispersed

    Convenient

    Easy to find, large open spaces, mostly peaceful but a little road noise nearby. Sky isn’t as dark as some say for stargazing because city of Cody is close and cars

  • B R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Ponderosa Campground

    Complete campground

    Nice camp, relatively close to center. Possible walk to center cca 20min. 10 min to Buffalo Bill museum. Showers and restrooms very clean. Laundry well equipped with washing machins and dryers.

  • Peter D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Buffalo Bluff RV Park

    Just outside Cody

    4 Miles outside Cody you will find this campground. Very nice place, everything is clean and well maintained. Showers and toilets are nice! We also make use of the laundry, in 30 minutes you have clean clothing again 😁.

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Eagle RV Park

    Convenient, shady, clean bathrooms with good showers, polite, helpful staff

    We usually prefer disbursed but needed power for AC with temps in the 90s.   They have nice shady spots with picnic tables and full service (water, power, sewer).  Bathrooms are clean with adequate # toilet stalls for number of people.  The RV park was full and no issues with neighbors.  Only potential downside is it's right off the highway and a bit noisy but that's Par for the course of most RV parks in towns/cities in my experience.

  • l
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Ponderosa Campground

    In town, Cody Wyoming

    Close sites, friendly staff. Can walk to buffalo bill museum

  • Justin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Cody BLM Dispersed

    Right off the road

    Great stop before heading into Cody or Yellowstone! Nice flat camp spots!

  • A
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Gebo Road - Thermopolis

    Definitely weird energy

    This camp spot is beautiful but it’s extremely remote and the energy is very weird. As soon as the sun set it felt very haunted and I had a lot of trouble sleeping. I would say if you have a big group it could be cool but I do not recommend sleeping there alone especially if you are sensitive to energy/ paranormal things. The spot is not far from the reservation and there is a graveyard at the end of the road that I learned about after sleeping there. Just be aware and respectful if you do choose to sleep there.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Hogan Reservoir BLM Campground

    Perfect peace

    The area is spectacular. The property is immaculate. The reservoir is perfect for fishing, floating and cooling off after a hike. Hardscape if you are in a tent.


Guide to Meeteetse

Dispersed camping opportunities abound in the Bureau of Land Management areas surrounding Meeteetse, Wyoming, at elevations ranging from 5,700 to 7,200 feet. The camping season typically runs from May through October, with late summer bringing afternoon thunderstorms and temperatures that can drop below freezing at night even in July. The area's low light pollution makes it a prime location for stargazing when skies are clear.

What to do

Fishing at Buffalo Bill Reservoir: The reservoir provides productive trout fishing about 45 minutes north of Meeteetse. "Great views of reservoir and mountains. Electric, pull through sites. Boat landing. Pit toilets. No showers," notes one visitor to North Fork Campground — Buffalo Bill State Park.

Ghost town exploration: Brown Mountain Campground serves as a gateway to nearby abandoned settlements. One visitor explains that it's a "Gateway to Kirwin Ghost town. Great site! Amazing views with complete silence in the evenings. Quieter option for those headed to Yellowstone that want to camp and avoid parks reservations," according to a review of Brown Mountain.

Stargazing: The lack of light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing. "The view made it so worth it plus the darkest nights to see the stars," wrote a visitor about their experience at Sheep Mountain BLM lands, adding that their "three wild dogs loved it" as well.

What campers like

Riverside camping: Wood River Campground offers peaceful riverside sites that campers consistently rate highly. A visitor describes it as a "Beautiful riverside campground with a small amount of spots, 5. Darker and less views than Brown Mtn CG further west but it is still a wonderful site. Loads of wildlife," according to a review of Wood River.

Free dispersed options: BLM land near Cody provides no-cost alternatives to established campgrounds. "We found this spot to stay overnight before visiting Cody and the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. We got a great spot with amazing views of the sunset," reports a camper at Cody BLM Dispersed.

Privacy between sites: Despite being one of the best places to camp near Meeteetse, Wyoming with developed facilities, Buffalo Bill State Park maintains good separation between campsites. One camper notes, "We had so much space, a beautiful Mountain View on both sides, and easy access to firewood for a small donation."

What you should know

Wind conditions: Strong, persistent winds affect the camping experience throughout the region. At Sheep Mountain BLM, one camper reported, "It was a windy day and calmed down around dinner time but at bedtime it was very windy! We have a rooftop tent and platform in the van. It felt like the RTT was the sail to our van."

Road conditions: Access to some of the most scenic camping options requires navigating rough roads. A visitor to Sheep Mountain BLM advised, "We bottomed out a few times. We came back down to the 2nd leveled area and set up camp."

Seasonal availability: Most camping options around Meeteetse operate within limited timeframes. Lower Sunshine Reservoir, a free camping area south of Cody, is typically accessible in summer, with one visitor noting in mid-July that "the breeze is nice (here in mid-July, so a tad hot)."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: For families seeking recreation options beyond hiking, Buffalo Bill State Park offers play areas. However, a visitor noted that "The playground was fenced off due to Covid in August 2020," so check current status before promising playground time to children.

Swimming opportunities: Families can cool off in summer at the Cody KOA. "The pool area is the highlight with 2 pools (one kiddie) and a hot tub. All very clean. The basketball area is very nice too but too hot to play for us today," according to a review of Cody KOA.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children often enjoy spotting animals, and the Meeteetse area delivers. One camper at Cody BLM Dispersed noted, "July 1 was dry and there were herds of deer and a small pack of coyotes wailing in the distance at night."

Tips from RVers

Leveling considerations: At dispersed sites, finding level ground for larger rigs requires scouting. At Sheep Mountain BLM, one RVer reported, "We were able to haul our 45-ft fifth wheel and find level ground. There are some additional locations to park higher on the hill but the road to get there is a little more rough."

Water spots on vehicles: Some campgrounds with irrigation systems can damage RV exteriors. At Absaroka Bay RV Park, a camper cautioned, "One other point of concern is that the campground waters every night, with very hard water that leaves tough to remove spots on you camper and vehicle. Get them off ASAP."

Site length awareness: Some RV parks have shorter-than-advertised sites. At Absaroka Bay RV Park, a visitor noted, "Sites are short. When we checked in they asked us to park behind are bumper pull camper. The site was too short. So the said we could park in the next site over. Camper was parked in D2 and truck in D1."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Meeteetse, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Meeteetse, WY offers a wide range of camping options, with 51 campgrounds and RV parks near Meeteetse, WY and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Meeteetse, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Meeteetse, WY is Cody BLM Dispersed with a 4.8-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Meeteetse, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Meeteetse, WY.