Sitting on the rim of a canyon above the Middle Fork of the Powder River, Outlaw Cave Campground puts you at the edge of a dramatic drop with open sightlines toward cliff faces and plateau country that defines this part of Wyoming's Hole-in-the-Wall region. Getting here takes some navigation. Google Maps consistently routes drivers onto private property, so campers should follow BLM signs instead: from the Y intersection, take the maintained dirt-and-gravel road marked with a BLM sign, then continue roughly eight more miles to the campground, with the last two miles noticeably rougher and narrower. AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended for that final stretch.
The campground has around ten dispersed sites. Shade is limited, with only about three sites receiving meaningful tree cover throughout the day; the rest sit in full sun, and wind at the top of the hill can be significant. Each site has a fire pit and a cement picnic table. One vault toilet is on-site and, as James C. notes, "fairly clean." There is no potable water, no trash service, and no wood provided, so plan accordingly.
The canyon trail down to the river is steep, dropping roughly 800 feet to reach the water, but anglers who make the descent report catching trout. The cave associated with Butch Cassidy and the Hole-in-the-Wall gang is accessible from the river bottom, and nearby pictographs add historical interest to the area. Campers interested in other options along this stretch of BLM-managed land can browse campsites near BLM Land — Buffalo Field Office or consider the nearby Middle Fork of The Powder River Campground roughly nine miles to the west. This site makes the most sense for self-sufficient campers comfortable with rough access roads and exposed conditions.
Description
The Outlaw Cave Campground is located in the Middle Fork Powder River Recreation Area. This remote country, with its red wall and deep canyons, was a favorite hiding place of Butch Cassidy and the Wild Bunch. The area includes two caves and a corral used by the robbers to store their loot. The Middle Fork of the Powder River, a 12-mile long, blue-ribbon trout stretch of the Powder River, also flows through the site. Additionally, the area is an elk and deer winter forage range. The campground is a no-fee site and is first come, first served. It includes 12 rustic camping spaces and one vault toilet. There is no water and no trash collection; please pack out all garbage. Prehistoric resources are located near the site. Please do not collect or damage these resources. BLM recommends that you do not venture out into this areas during periods of inclement weather. Additionally, Outlaw Cave Road is closed during the winter from January 1 through April 14.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsOutlaw Cave Campground is located in Wyoming near Ten Sleep
Directions
From Interstate 90, take exit 254 for Kaycee. Head west on Highway 191 for about 1 mile. Turn left onto Highway 190W for about 16 miles to Barnum. Turn left onto Bar C Road (sign for Middle Fork Powder River Management Area). This road is an improved all-weather access road and travels directly through the headquarters of the Hole-in-the-Wall ranch. Please respect private property rights and all posted signs. Follow it for about 7.8 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
43.58902 N
106.94734 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Casper, WY
- 3 hrs 45 min from Billings, MT
- 4 hrs 8 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 23 min from Rapid City, SD



















