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Island Park Campground is located in pine and spruce forest on West Tensleep Creek near West Tensleep Lake and the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Located 21 miles northeast of Ten Sleep, Wyoming, and 55 east of Worland, Wyoming, on US Hwy 16 this campground is nestled in the Bighorn National Forest offering a wide variety of activities including, hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: gccampgrounds13@gmail.com
Meadowlark Lake is seven miles distant and allows motorized craft with a no-wake rule. West Tensleep Lake is a scenic, 125-acre lake open to non-motorized craft only, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and brook trout in the cool waters of the lake. Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and horseback riding trails and many fishing streams are available in the surrounding area.
West Tensleep Creek is adjacent to the campground and West Tensleep Lake is four miles away, along with other lakes and creeks. Hiking trails into the Cloud Peak Wilderness start about five miles from the campground. A forest of lodgepole pine, Douglas fir and spruce trees covers the area.
The High Park Lookout is located just east of Meadowlark Lake. This old fire lookout was built by the CCC decades ago and is no longer active. A short hike leads to the lookout, where hikers are awarded panoramic views of the Cloud Peak Wilderness and the surrounding area. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining, lodging, guided horseback riding and fishing and camping supplies.
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This cancellation processing fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation processing fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
$19 / night
$50 - $80 / night
Located just north of Thermopolis, the Fountain of Youth RV Park boasts one of the largest mineral pools in Wyoming. At an elevation of 3,947 feet, our bone warming 95-105 degree F pool will make you forget your worries.
We have many different options to accommodate your traveling style and budget.
$45 - $65 / night
The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide array of sites for camping. Many sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and some may be reserved.
Campground and cabin reservations may be made through Recreation.gov at 1-877-444-6777 or online at http://www.recreation.gov. Reservations are recommended for holiday weekends.
Located in north-central Wyoming, the Bighorn Mountains are a sister range of the Rocky Mountains. Conveniently located halfway between Mt. Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park, the Bighorns are a great vacation destination in themselves.
No region in Wyoming is provided with a more diverse landscape - from grasslands to alpine meadows, clear lakes to glacially-carved valleys and rolling hills to sheer mountain cliffs.
Visit the Bighorn National Forest and enjoy the multiple reservoirs, 30 campgrounds, four group campgrounds, three scenic byways, 10 picnic areas, eight lodges, many miles of streams, 189,000 acres of Wilderness, 1,200 miles of trails, and much more.
Fishing is allowed year-round, ice usually clears around early June. This fishery is comprised mainly of Brook trout, which are maintained by natural reproduction.
$17 - $28 / night
$30 / night
$43 - $62 / night
Shell Campground is a private, boutique-sized property locate 5 miles from Bighorn National Forest. We are located on US Highway 14, the "Bighorn Scenic Byway", a main route from Mt Rushmore/Devils Towers to Yellowstone National Park. We offer 11 RV sites with full hook-ups, 2 electric-only sites, fully furnished cabins with private bathrooms and included linens, 4 glamping tents and 7 cabins.
$44 - $110 / night
Legend
Reservable 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
Fee area: $18.50 Open: June Limit stay: 14 days Sites: 10 single
Potable water pit toilet trash picnic table fire ring/grill
This campground is fairly flat with gravel roadway and gravel sites. There is a nice blend of shade trees and evergreens. Some sites are great for solar and some well shaded. Very quiet.
Directions: From Ten Sleep, WY, take Highway 16 for about 21.2 miles to FSR 27, turn left and drive 3 miles to the campground
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Better than when you found it
Stay safe Happy travels
Scout
We just arrived here and have fallen in love with this place. Cozy, super clean, especially the bathrooms! And it’s not just for RVs. There are cabins and yurts. Host is very friendly and helpful. Totally recommend!
Scout
We have stayed here quite often over the past 30 years or so and thouroly enjoyed soaking for hours in enormous pools there .
A great place to hang out and relax in central Wyoming.
GuideThis is a nice spot when traveling through Wyoming. The sites could use a little upgrading that’s why I didn’t give it a 5-star rating. The bathrooms were clean, the showers and laundromat are coin operated, and there a full hook-ups for each site. The Mineral Pool is Awesome. Staff very friendly.
GuideWe were referred to this campground by some friends who had stayed here previously. We were on our way to Yellowstone during a 10 day road trip through South Dakota, Wyoming, and Colorado and they insisted we stop and camp here at least one night and I’m so glad we did! This was my first time ever camping in the mountains and I got spoiled! Island Park is small and quiet with only 10 sites. It is near a river with crystal clear water and the most beautiful backdrop. Our friends had stayed here a year or two before we did (we were here in 2017) and mentioned there were moose in the campground. Sure enough, we had not even got our tent sat up and there they were! The Bighorn National Forest is on my list of places to return and if we do, we’ll camp at Island Park again for sure!! I am not a photographer...these pictures were taken with my iPhone and they still don’t do justice.
Guide
We stayed at the Buffalo Wyoming KOA in August 2021. This is a very nice KOA park and in fact was our favorite KOA that we have visited. This is a family run KOA that has done some pretty incredible upgrades to this resort. Upon arrival, we were placed in a private site along a babbling brook. It was fantastic sitting outside at any time of day or night and listen to the water running by just outside our door. This park offers FHU sites that are very spacious. A number of sites that even run right beside the river. There is river beach access for everyone. The best park WiFi we have ever used, a nice pool and awesome gated dog run. It was lovely walking around the park in the evening talking to our fellow campers. Wonderful family run park which we highly recommend. If you are interested in videos of this campground and others, check out our YouTube channel: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.
GuideI’m going to tell you this is an awful campground so there will be a spot for me next time I go there. If gorgeous mountain scenery, wildlife, and lots of pretty fish in a clear stream appeal to you then I guess this place is for you. No electric to plug into , no dump station, a hydrant to share ,a pit toilet that was very clean.All the stuff missing that keeps the wienies away. The hosts were fabulous!
TravelerThis quiet campground is awesome. I’ve stayed here twice. Good fishing, and lots of wildlife. Moose and deer frequently are seen walking through or near the campground. Close to lots of hiking and biking trails. The only downfall is it’s 3 miles down a bumpy dirt road. Check this spot out if you’re in the area!
TravelerMeadow lark lake is beautiful. Well run and clean campground. Showed up late and still got a spot
GuideSuper nice for the price. Showers , fire rings, and bathroom s. Would def stay again.
LegendSmall but busy park. Best sites for views are along creek where you can watch moose beaver and trout in creek and meadow. Can get noisy before quiet hours. A lot of people drive through looking for campsite and kids were rambunctious when we were there. Great camp host
RangerDecent, small campground. Few sites are level. Fire pit needed cleaning. Toilets were clean. Camp hosts on site, but never came by. Evidently there was a family reunion of sorts so some noise. They kayaked on the stream behind the camp sites.
GuidePulled into spot and two moose were browsing on the stream bank in front of us. Campground was well spaced out and host very friendly. Great views and walking paths along stream with meadow on opposite side and mountains in background. Easy access about 2 miles in on graded dirt road. Only drawback was no cell service (Verizon). Not first come first serve, but in early September mid-week, there were several sites available.
Traveler
Loved the views!!! There are campsites along the road you can camp at.. there is no running water or toilets…. Pack it in pack it out!
Rangernice place to camp, lots of trees beautiful drive through the campsites
GuideI am sad to say that this campground is now closed. I have satellite images of where it should be but it is gone. There is a pull in and a drive to the creek and a sign that says no camping. The road back to the old site is now blocked by boulders and a fence. Such a shame.
Guide
Beautiful campsites, brook trout fishing in the lake and the creek below, as well as a 4x4 trail that makes a large loop between shell reservoir and lake Adelaide. We’ll definitely be back!
GuideStayed at a site right across from the lake on a hill in the pines.
Ranger
It appears this was at one time a campground. Now overgrown and has one pit toilet that has been neglected.
Guide
So many available spots!
ScoutIt was so so beautiful and secluded. There were other camp sights around but still very private and clean. Didn’t have any trouble with bears visiting but we made sure to pick everything up and leave it the way we found it for others to enjoy!
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.
TravelerWr saw a moose by the lake one morning. Open parking spots. Great host!
Rangerbeautiful scenery, endless mountain views, miles and miles of dirt roads to explore and the best fishing.
TravelerWe camped way back below Freeze Out Point and woke up to a spectacular sunrise and 4 moose right in camp. This is an incredible area. Very busy due to hunting season, so hold off heading back there this time of year unless that's what you're here for. Fresh snow was gorgeous! Roads were pretty sloppy, especially once they melted in the afternoon.
GuideStayed in the Sheep Mountain Fire Tower. With gale force winds blowing the shutters off...and a steep walk to the vault toilet...we bailed early. However, the Bighorns are AMAZING! Saw my 1st moose! Take tent heater for the tower unless going in middle of summer.
GuideWe dispersed camped north of MeadowLark Lake along FS Road 427 I believe! It was beautiful, and so peaceful. We did get stormed on but our tent held out really well! These dispersed sites are developed and first come first serve. We enjoyed our coffee next to the river!
No water or Toilets so plan accordingly, and check out the Bighorns USDA Website for any burn bans or camping information you may need!
There are bears out in this forest, recommend putting all food in your hard sided truck, Car, or camper! A human fed bear is a dead bear!
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