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Best Tent Camping near Shoshoni, WY

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Tent camping near Shoshoni, Wyoming provides access to several waterside and mountain-adjacent sites within the Wind River Basin. Pilot Butte Reservoir Spillway Campground offers tent-only camping managed by the Bureau of Land Reclamation, while Bull Lake provides primitive tent camping options with walk-in sites along its shoreline. Both locations are within 30 miles of Shoshoni and feature basic amenities suitable for self-sufficient tent campers seeking proximity to water recreation.

Tent campsites in the Shoshoni area require preparation for variable conditions. Pilot Butte Reservoir Spillway Campground has vault toilets, covered picnic areas, and metal fire rings, but no drinking water is available on site. Bull Lake tent camping requires a Wind River Reservation pass, which must be obtained in advance from Lander or Dubois. According to reviews, "you MUST have a reservation pass to camp here" and "can get into serious trouble if you don't have one." Most tent campgrounds in the region are accessible via dirt roads that can become muddy during wet weather. Campers should bring all necessary supplies, including water filtration equipment if planning to use natural sources.

The backcountry tent camping experience near Shoshoni offers fishing opportunities and waterfront access. Bull Lake provides tent campers with shoreline fishing access, with one visitor noting that "the fishing is great up there." The lake's water levels fluctuate seasonally, with early summer revealing additional tent campsites that would otherwise be underwater. Pilot Butte Reservoir Spillway Campground is described by campers as "very small, and mostly used by locals," with limited space for tent setups. The proximity to the highway means some noise should be expected. Buffalo Creek Campground, though farther from Shoshoni in the southern Big Horns, offers a more secluded tent camping experience with creek access and is described as "small with only five sites, which is perfect" for tent campers seeking solitude.

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171 Reviews of 4 Shoshoni Campgrounds

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2019

    Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park

    Wind River Canyon views

    Pros and Cons to the location of this campground: great views of the Wind River and the tunnels, but right next to the highway and not much privacy between sites due to lack of underbrush. The half of the campground closer to the tunnels is walk up only and the lower half of the campground is reservation only. The host was very nice and happy to chat as long as you wanted, which might account for the lack of mowing. While there wasn’t much privacy between sites, they were at least well shaded by the trees (which were also good trees to hang a hammock in). The vault toilets were clean and sites all had picnic tables, fire pits and grills. There are no hookups for RV’s, but there is water available at the spigots scattered around the campground. Warning: it is loud in the day and into the late evening with trucks coming down and going up the canyon. However, if you get a site next to the river it quiets things down a bit.

  • Kent H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 28, 2025

    Pilot Butte Reservoir Spillway Campground

    On the water.

    This campground caught my eye when I was on the way to another Dyrt listing. It wasn'tlisted, so I'madding it now. The campground is very small, and I assume mostly used by locals. The sing says it is ran by the Bureau of Land Reclamation, U.S. Department of Interior.
    There is a vault toilet, a covered picnic, and a metal fire ring. There's also a small dumpster as you drive in. There's a paved ADA parking spot next to the toilet, and another near the picnic table.
    If pushed you could probably fit 5 car/truck campers, but better with no more than 2. Not much room for anything but a small trailer. The fire ring is full of trash and old residue. The highway is just across fence, so its 5 bit noisy.
    Not the best site, but a place to spend the night. The sign says camping up to 10 days.

  • Liam F.
    Jul. 28, 2025

    Sinks Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    Good site

    Vault toilet, first-come-first-serve and self-pay ($20), lots of hiking trails nearby. River right next to the sites which is pretty cool. There is an overflow parking lot as well if the spots are taken up as there are only about a dozen. Plenty of room around the sites in the main loop if you have a small RV. Sites have fire pits, tent areas, and picnic tables. Had a cool site neighbor when I went, so shoutout to her. Definitely a good spot to stop if you're in the area, especially if you don't have reservations since those are required at the nearby campgrounds.

  • Sarah N.
    May. 21, 2020

    Sinks Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    Winter Amazing

    We have stayed in the Sinks yurt system many times, but winter is our favorite. There is electricity, spotty internet and a heater you can turn on. 10 below zero outside and we keep it at about 45-50 deg inside. Super clean, very well maintained. You are required to clean well before you leave. Sleeping on mattresses/bunks or fold out futon mattress. Also inside is a small table and chairs, pine carved furniture. Broom, mop, cleaning supplies are provided. When we have stayed in Winter, no other soul is there. The park plows and shovels before your arrival. The Milky Way is spectacular on a clear night. Photos below are both winter and summer. In the summer, you can hear rocks and boulders rolling in the Popo Agie River (Pronounced "Puh- Po Shuh" (two words). There are 4 yurts that sleep up to 6, and one very large yurt that sleeps 12. Picnic tables, pit toilet, fire ring, trash bin nearby. In the winter, bring your own wood. Many good hikes in summer and a few trails to XC ski or snowshoe in the winter. 

    You can shower at the city pool on 9th Street for a small fee.

  • M
    Jun. 5, 2021

    Tough Creek Campground — Boysen State Park

    Tough Creek Loop

    This site has multiple campgrounds. You have to reserve them online through Reserveamerica.com, and it is NOT an easy site to navigate. Otherwise, we were driving through & this was an excellent spot for the kids to cool off in the water & spend the night. There were trees for some shade. It has vault toilets & a water pump. Campsite has a nice tent pad, firering, & picnic table. There were bugs, but we were not bothered by mosquitoes. Sunset & sunrise were beautiful!

  • eli R.
    Sep. 30, 2021

    Upper Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park

    Fun family camping

    There are lots of campsites at Boysen State Park. I called the phone number and talked to a nice ranger. She suggested Upper Wind River campsite since we did not have boat and wanted to have a nice tent spot. We camped 1 week before site changed from reservation to FF. We planned on staying 2 nights but it was so relaxing we ended up staying 4. 1 day we went to Marina and swim beach. Another day we went to Thermopolis and checked out Dino museum and hot springs. Last day we just hung around camp and relaxed. Campsite had a park for kids. No showers but plenty of water so we set up privacy tent and we’re able to shower when we wanted. If we were there during peak season I bet it would feel a little crowded but was perfect the time of year we went because there were maybe 10 sites filled out of the 80ish there.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2018

    Popo Agie Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    Tight little campground.

    In the Sinks Canyon, this is a nice little campground wedged between the highway and the river and mountains. Campsites are small and close to each other, but level and clean. Each site has the usual picnic table, fire pit, and bear box; but the concerns were less about bears and more about moose. There are Yurts for rent here too. The family I met that had reserved one was really happy with their yurt. There are nice hiking trails on the other side of the river (moose warning signs and all), and some nice trails on the other side of the highway. I’d camp here again even though it is so close to the road because the river drowns out the highway noise. Be careful if you decide to dip your toes in the river; the flow is really fast!! Just down the road about a mile is the Sinks and the Rise, where the Popo Agie River disappears into a cave at the base of the mountain and then miraculously reappears gushing out of the base of a mountain on the other side of the canyon.

  • Charles C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2018

    Sawmill Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    Camping Next to a Cascade

    This was a wonderful surprise in the heart of Wyoming. We spent the night on our return from Yellowstone. The campsite was right on the drive and next to a cascade in a deep canyon. The crashing waters helped me sleep well all night, while it kept my wife awake for the same reason. 

    Clean vault toilet, potable water, wildlife, and great trails.

    Other camping areas with electricity and water are further in.

    Nice little town with cute shops, and great ice cream just to the north.

    We will return.

  • R
    Sep. 7, 2018

    Sinks Campground — Sinks Canyon State Park

    Perfect for Tent or Van Camping.

    Small campground with vault toilet and potable water. NOT recommended for larger RV. Pogo Aige runs right through and good access to hiking trails. Be sure to drive the Loop Road from the Campground back over to Hwy 28. Found campgrounds there I will try next time. Don’t miss the Falls but be aware there is a change in elevation (stop at visitor information ).

Guide to Shoshoni

Tent camping near Shoshoni, Wyoming, offers a chance to immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the region. With a variety of campgrounds available, outdoor enthusiasts can find the perfect spot to set up their tents and enjoy the great outdoors.

Some prices for tent camping are free

  • Camping at Buffalo Creek Campground is free, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious campers looking for a peaceful retreat.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the opportunities at Bull Lake, where great fishing awaits, but remember to secure your reservation pass before heading out.

Enjoy these campground features

  • At Lander, campers can enjoy a serene environment with no electric hookups or showers, perfect for those looking to disconnect and embrace nature.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Shoshoni, WY is Pilot Butte Reservoir Spillway Campground with a 3-star rating from 1 review.

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