Looking for an adventure where you can explore Ten Sleep and then fall asleep in your tent? The Dyrt can help you find the best tent campsites for your next trip. Each tent campsite offers quick access to one or more of Ten Sleep's most popular destinations.
Come Camp with us! We offer dry camping at Ten Sleep Brewing Company! We have 12 sites in total! All 12 sites are bookable on HIP CAMP! We have incredible Vistas! We can accommodate tent camping, van or car camping and smaller bumper pulls up to 22 feet!
All bookings are made through HIP CAMP. When you arrive at the brewery, please check in with our friendly staff and they will guide you on where to camp and give you a camping ticket to place on your dashboard!
We provide porta-potties in the camping area and a picnic table and a shade sail in each space!
We do have shower facilities at the barn! Showers are and additional $3 per person per shower!
There’s free wi-fi at the brewery taproom and an indoor and outdoor small device (phone-laptop) charging station!
All dogs must be kept on a leash while you enjoy staying with us.
Camping rules
$18 - $25 / night
Camping, showers, Wifi, restrooms, trash disposal, and cabin rentals at the mouth of Ten Sleep Canyon, Wyoming. Cabins range from $65 to $95 a night, pre tax. Camping is $8 per person per night, pre tax. We are not a walk in campground. You will be reserving a specific campsite for your stay. All reservations for campsites and cabin must be processed through our website. We do not accept reservations from any other site or app.
$0 - $95 / night
Free Dispersed camping outside of Bighorn National Forest's Powder River Ranger District. No reservations. First come, first served. This is a high elevation location.
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
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.
The Buffalo Creek Campground is located off of the scenic South Bighorn/Red Wall Back Country Byway. It has four camping sites, a vault toilet and fire rings. It is partially accessible. The Buffalo Creek Campground is about 24 miles north of Arminto. There no fees associated with this campground and also no water is available at this campground. Campsites are first come, first served.
The Lower Paintrock Lake Campground is located in a remote setting on Lower Paintrock Lake. Nearby trailheads offer access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness.
Medicine Wheel Ranger District
Cabin Creek Picnic Ground is located off U.S. Highway 14, the Bighorn Scenic Byway. Four picnic tables are nestled in a wooded setting with a small creek flowing through the site. Wildflower-strewn meadows are nearby.
Legend
Camp Host on Site
Fee area $19.75
Reservations 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
Open June close Sep
14 day limit
20 sites 11 single 1 double 8 tent only
Picnic table drinking water fire ring/grill fish cleaning station lantern pole trash wood for sale tent camping site only (loop A)
Campground is covered with pine for nicely shaded sites. Gravel and not exactly level. Most are not conducive for solar.
Lake View lives up to it’s name. We had a beautiful view of the small lake and the mountains behind. Access to the lake is by walking a distance or going out to the highway and driving a short distance to the boat ramp which is about 1/10 of a mile. The boat ramp is also a day use fee area with a pit toilet.
Directions: From Ten Sleep, WY take Highway 16 for about 21.3 miles, turn right at the campground sign
LNT
Better than when ypu found it
Ranger
This was a great place for us to get our dogs out before a day of climbing.
Being at elevation, the temperature is so much cooler than down in ten sleep.
This was about 35-40 minutes from Ten Sleep, which has service of you need that. Otherwise, this range is a no service area.
The lake offers hiking and a cool swim or fishing and boating.
There is an old ski resort for sale right on the lake, so if anyone wants to go in on that let me know. I’d live here in a heartbeat.
Bathrooms are clean and there are a lot of picnic tables.
Dirt road to get here, but FWD is not needed.
There is also dispersed camping near here if you look for it.
Legend
42 sites 41 singles 1 double
Fee $19.75 Double $39.50 Limit 14 days
Reservations 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
Camp Host on site Open June closed Sep
Picnic table lantern pole pit toilets pedestal grill trash drinking water
Heavily wooded with fairly flat gravel pads with some open areas. A beautiful meadow just past the trees. We saw our first moose of the trip here in the campground. Directions: From Ten Sleep, WY take Highway 16 east for about 19.9 miles to FSR 432. Turn left and travel about one mile.
LNT
Better than when you found it
Stay safe Happy travels
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
LNT
Better than when you found it
Stay safe Happy travels
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
LNT
Better than when you found it
Stay safe Happy travels
Legend
Reservations 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov
Open June Closed Sep 14 day stay limit
Sites 6 single, 5 tent only TOTAL 11
Host on Site drinking water trash pit toilets This campground is very small with small sites so it is more appropriate from small vans or very small trailers. I liked sites 4, 5, and 6. They are right on the creek. I prefer site 4.
Leigh Creek has drinking water and some sites have picnic tables and fire rings. This camp is great if you like to hike or rock climb. Just outside the camp you will find many VERY small disbursed sites along the gravel road, very dusty. Some road noise a lot of traffic on the gravel road..
Directions: From Ten Sleep drive 7.6 miles on Highway 16 to FSR 18. Bear right and travel one mile to the campground on the right.
LNT
Better than when you found it
Travel safe Happy travels
Legend
We had a tent site along the creek. There were plenty of tent spaces the weekend in mid July when we were there, but the camper sites were booked. The couple who runs the campground were so nice and accommodating. I was in Buffalo for my son's regional baseball tournament and didn't know how many days I would need to book. They let me keep my tent pitched until I knew we would need the extra day way beyond check out time.
The Bighorn Mountains are spectacular! The camp host provided us with maps and trails. The drive on highway 16 from Buffalo to Ten Sleep is amazing and worth getting off the beaten path and Interstate.
This campground has clean showers that are free and coin laundry.
Guide
We stayed here on a Friday and Saturday in July of 2018 while on a climbing trip. The brewery offered dispersed tent camping on their spacious front lawn for $5/night and, given the number of vans present in the parking lot, I'd imagine they offered van camping at the same price. As far as standard camping amenities go, campers have access to an indoor restroom until the brewery itself closes, after which there are porta potties available. There is clean water available.
Some of the non-standard camping amenities include beer (duh), a food truck, several picnic tables, and board games. They also sell the official Ten Sleep climbing guidebook inside and are dog-friendly (must be leashed). The staff are really nice as well!
The only downside to camping here was the noise of a wedding afterparty that the brewery hosted one of the nights. However, this only lasted until 11pm and comes with the territory (I mean, you are camping at a brewery!). While it's certainly not the most remote spot that you could find to camp around the Grand Tetons, it's tough to beat the atmosphere, price, and beer!
Legend
I have to start off with, this is my all time favorite camp site, ever! I camped back in this campground years and years ago. The price has doubled since I last stayed there from $8 to $16 and there are many many free sites around but I am more then happy to pay the $16 for this site!
To get here you have to take the highway that goes between Buffalo and Ten Sleep. The turn off is Ten Sleep Drive, there is a resort of sorts there on the corner, you are only about 10 miles from Ten Sleep, so almost on the other side of the mountain from Buffalo. The road is all dirt and a bit wash board but it's in good condition. Slow going though, lots of dust. You'll drive a good 6 miles or so until you come to Deer Park Campground. I have seen big motor homes up here but the campground is really suited for tents, although two motor homes were parked there the night I was there. There are maybe 7 sites in this little campground.
They have made big improvements (maybe the reason for the higher price) to this campground. Years ago the toilets were awful. In fact, I wouldn't even use them, I'd rather drive down to Ten Sleep then set foot in those smelly vault toilets. But now, they are still vault toilets but they are clean, they don't smell, the building has been upgraded as well. There was plenty of toilet paper while we were there. They also have added a water pump that pumps fresh water. This is great, we were on day three of a five day road trip and the water was a welcomed bonus.
So, why do I like this site so much? It backs up to a marsh area and then a giant open meadow. It's a great place to see wildlife and enjoy the sun setting as well as some magnificent star gazing. The site is good sized (too small for a camper but plenty big for a tent). A lot of campgrounds you'll hear lots of traffic noise or people partying but it's quiet here! So quiet that my kids were probably making the most noise and I tried to keep them quiet as well. There is a creek that you can fish just across the road and it's doing quite well. If you know what your doing, I'm sure you can pull out some nice fish. Years ago, the creek was super low and we pulled out barely minnow sized fish (amazing we could even catch them) but now it's much higher and there are lots of eddies and big rocks for hiding places. I can imagine it would be fabulous. There is also a big lake another mile or so past this campground and the trout are eager there. We did catch nice fish there years ago. Didn't make it to the lake this year. There are photo opportunities around every turn. It is absolutely gorgeous!
I have never visited this area with out seeing a moose and this time did not disappoint! I woke up around 6 am and stepped out of my tent to see a nice bull moose out in that very meadow that is so scenic. He walked through and with in about 500 feet of our site and then just kept going. Beautiful creature.
I don't have any downsides, unless of course you get sick or injured. It is a ways back out. Even Ten Sleep is going to take you 30 minutes or so to get to with the slow moving dirt road out. While there we did have a small injury, my 4 year old fell in to a tree branch and cut his head, so make sure you bring a suitable first aid kit in case of small emergencies. I can't say enough about Green Goo products, which is what we put on his head after we cleaned it up. They are extremely reasonably priced and their natural products WORK! Totally worth adding to your first aid kit. This particular product (Green Goo First Aid) also helps with mosquito bites. We camped in many areas with mosquitos (here included) and I put a little First Aid ointment on them and they were gone by morning. Helps relieve the itching too.
I will always return to this site, hands down, my favorite place on earth!
Traveler
Friendly host, beautiful and clean sites for rv and tent camping, nice river runs through the campgrounds which gives it a great view and ambiance.
GuideWe had made a one night reservation at this small campground as a stopover on our trip to Yellowstone. As soon as we arrived we extended an additional night. What a little gem, small clean quiet and campground host was extremely nice. We were in Site #9. There was a creek that ran through the campground, our site was not creek side but it was a short walk to a footbridge that crossed the creek to the tent sites. The tent sites made us wish we were still tent campers. There is a short trail, about 1.5 miles to a reservoir which was very nice, that ran along the creek. It was an easy trail good for any age and kids. The sites are very well maintained with table, cook station/table and lamp post/holder. Vault toilets were immaculate and water spigots in several location in the campground.
TravelerWe came in and got a last minute tent site on Memorial Day weekend and were treated very well with good recommendations for ice cream and willingness to help us out when we realized we left things at home. Our spot was a beautiful little tent spot right along the creek.
GuideThey had an annual event with live music, and tons of people when we stayed, but we didn't mind the sound at all. Such a view of stars to sleep to, and amazing red rock cliff to wake up to. Was $18 per night for the tent site.
GuideWe stayed here for just a night. Our spot was in the lower loop, as we were just tent camping. The campsite overall is wonderfully kept; tables are newly painted, the area is very clean, and each site is maintained well. Our site was also right next to the lake, which was beautiful. We saw many people fishing on the lake. There are very few trees between sites however, so there isn’t very much privacy.
ScoutThis is a great little camp ground with both RV camping and designated Tent Camping areas. the Campground is well maintained and with a creek running through. There a hike trails near by and easy access to fishing at Tie Hack reservoir. We try to go camp here at least once a year It is close to the main road, but insulated enough that you don't really hear the road noise. This fills up quick so reservations are a good idea.
TravelerWe pulled in to get out of the snow storm and get an early dinner. Beautiful campground but very small, only 9 sites. The first site was the only one open and listed as a double. Other than two picnic tables, not sure what makes it a double. Not much room for two vehicles and certainly not multiple tent sites. But it served it’s purpose for us. There is a little road noise from the main road, but hard to hear over the rushing creek just behind the site. Amazing well water is worth the effort to hand pump.
Legend
Near the base of the Big Horns Mountains, this KOA can make a great stop in between Yellowstone National Park and Mount Rushmore. This is a seasonal campground, opening on the 1st of May. This campground has cabins, full hook-ups(pull-thru, back-in sites) water-electric sites, long-term sites, and tent sites. Amenities include a heated pool, walking path, wi-fi, propane, firewood, pizza, and bathrooms. Campground Rec activities: Fishing, hiking, and golfing.
Overall, pleasant stay and the campground was clean and well cared for. The only negative thing is the noise of the trains through the night.
Scout
It was hard to connect with Christine upon check-in. She was not in the office at 3:30pm and she knew we were arriving. We set up and I checked back in and no one was there. Then she got busy with RV’s. The office didn’t open until 8am so again we left. I tried to call to give my CC. They cram the RV’s in and our tent site was literally sandwiched with an RV and cabin. People walking dogs and restrooms were a walk. Stop in Thermopolis for a day and drive south to Boysen State Park and Reservoir.
Guide
This is a great RV park with access to Worland and all it has to offer. If you’re in an RV it’s super convenient, very easy to find, and affordable with average size lots. Tenting wise, if you don’t have any other tent choices it’ll do, but tent sites- while cozy grass and intended to be private- were close together, between two busy lanes, somewhat distant from bathrooms/shower/laundry (which were all immaculate), and towards the front of property where highway traffic, train, and downtown noise were a factor. If you want space and quiet keep heading out of town an hour (nearly any direction) to make it to a USFS campground, but if you can’t Worland RV Park will be fine for an overnight stop. Staff was very friendly and all facilities, including WiFi, were secure also.
Ranger
Easy to get to and private campsite. A little circular dirt parking area was a good spot for us to setup our trailer for the night. There is enough space for multiple RV's or tent camping. There are no amenities but great views and privacy. There is no Verizon cell phone service and TONS of broken glass and there is ample room if you want to setup a tent, but there is debris in the area. Don't let this deter you from this FREE campsite as there is tons to see and do. You can hike up bluffs and walk through the old 1880's coal mining town. We would stay at this location again as its very convenient to get to if in route out west.
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Guide
Bighorn National Forest is one of my all time favorites to visit in the country. Dare I say that I enjoy it more than Yellowstone? I like it better than Yellowstone, but I do prefer National Forests over National Parks. We stay one night before heading through Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, and Jackson Hole. This is a very good campsite for the inexperienced and experienced. We had one of the tent sites and it was lovely to wake up next to the creek. There is also great history in the area like a tornado that ripped through the area. Find the plaque that explains more about that wild phenomenon when heading towards Cody. This is a great place to stay one night or fourteen.
Legend
This is a fairly cheap place to stay for a night.
The mornings are amazing as the sun hits the mountain just spectacularly.
Firewood is free and the showers cost around $5
This is one of many places you can stay on this road but just a few miles west to toward Yellowstone is an indian reservation. Not too many places to stop there.
There is a dump station and some spots have just electric or just water. I think the spots with both may cost more. but it’s $10 a night for just one without the other. Tent sites are the same.
I would have liked to stay more than one night so we could have experienced more of this beautiful area!
We are all about primitive camping but this one was a must see.
LegendPerfectly located, South Fork creates a sense of peace and adventure. Buffalo is 25 miles away if you need supplies or a cell signal. Hiking trails are all around. Mountain vistas are prevalent. The Bighorns are mighty big.
The campground is one road with campsites on each side. We were not next to the river but it’s sound quieted all else. The end of the loop has a parking area for tenters. Over the bridge there are a group of beautiful tent sites.
The camp host made it a point to personally greet each camper. Shaking hands, she welcomed us to this sacred space.
A hiking trail leaves the tent area and goes to Tie Hack reservoir. A multi-use trail is at the front of camp. A mile down the road is the turn off to Circle Park. 3 miles of bumpy forest roads and the trailhead appears. Amazing hikes into the Cloudpeak Wilderness can be found. Closer to Buffalo is the Mosier Gulch trail. All are perfect ways to spend your time.
Don’t miss out on this place!
Legend
Crazy Woman Road lives up to her name. The road is one lane with a few wide spots to pass oncoming vehicles. It starts off flat but drops steeply and continues the downward angle. It’s 15 miles if you go all the way to 87 and 5 miles until private land starts and no camping there. I would not be comfortable taking a heavy load this way. We passed 3 camps that were not bad to get to if they are open. After a bit of driving you come upon an open area to camp. People set up their tent camp across the road too. We loved this spot! It’s right next to a river with rapids that are steep enough to be considered small waterfalls. There are 5 fire pits here that are spaced around the outside of the area. You would be hard pressed to get larger trailers in here. We loved sitting by the water on some large boulders. The water is great white noise too.
Legend
We stayed here 2 years ago. That is our test. Would we be back? The answer was yes. So, here we are in site #4. Staff is super friendly. Cute downtown, with health food store & brewery. Hot Springs State Park close. Recommend the free state mineral pools. Grocery store, dollar store and liquor store just a couple of blocks. Fast food within walking distance.
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TravelerLots of room. Very clean facilities. People are very nice. Cute little town of ten sleep.
GuideThe breathtaking Bighorn Mountains at 9000 ft elevation, good for rigs of all sizes but be advised you may want to scout the road the further you get into the camping area as it can be a bit rough (with water crossing at one point).
We overview the camping options as well as the amenities available in the area in our video review!
Useful Information: Location: Canyon Creek Dispersed, Ten Sleep, Wyoming
GPS Coordinates(Canyon Creek Dispersed): 44.160758,-107.128481
Maximum Stay: 14 Days
Dump/Water(Cenex): https://maps.app.goo.gl/b44MFQ4ne9h3DpE2A
Leigh Creek Dump/Water: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SfJmMrKekzLyTKFNA
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