Established Camping
Shell Reservoir Camping Area
Shell Reservoir Camping Area is located in Bighorn National Forest, featuring a mix of forested and open terrain. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Shell Falls and the Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Bighorn National Forest
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.
Fee Info
$9 for an additional vehicle.
Location
Shell Reservoir Camping Area is located in Wyoming
Directions
From Shell, WY, east on Hwy 14 to Forest System Road (FSR) 17, the turn on to FSR 271. Four wheel drive is highly recommended.
Coordinates
44.51536258 N
107.41508454 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 42 min from Billings
- 4 hrs 13 min from Casper
- 5 hrs 1 min from Bozeman
- 5 hrs 38 min from Rapid City
