Bureau of Land Management's Newcastle Field Office oversees Storm Hill BLM Land Dispersed Site, a free camping area positioned on elevated terrain with views toward Devils Tower. The site sits at the end of a dirt road that climbs roughly one mile from the highway, with reviewers noting the final stretch becomes rutted and challenging when wet.
Access requires navigating what David describes as a road that "the very first turn hundred yards away 200 yards away. It'll lead you to the ridge that sticks out into the valley and you get even better views of Devils Tower." Multiple campers report the road becomes impassable during rain, with posted warnings confirming this limitation. Most standard vehicles can make the drive in dry conditions, though AWD provides extra confidence on the steeper sections.
The camping area offers limited spots, with reviewers consistently identifying one prime location that provides the best positioning and sightlines. A secondary lower area exists but tends to collect water and mud during wet periods. The upper meadow shows evidence of past fire activity, with grass regeneration creating uneven ground conditions. Campers find level parking on gravel surfaces, with tent sites available on adjacent grassy areas.
Wildlife encounters include ground bees during warmer months and occasional sightings of domestic cats from nearby farms. The elevation brings temperature drops even in summer, and wind exposure can be significant overnight. Cell service reaches the area, allowing connectivity for those who need it. Several campers mention the site's proximity to Camp Barlow and Devils Tower Lodge for those seeking developed amenities.
Mark & Kelly G. found the location "secluded and unused" during their visit, though availability of the preferred spot varies with timing. The site works well as an overnight stop for travelers exploring the Devils Tower area who want to avoid campground fees while maintaining reasonable access to the monument.
Description
The Newcastle Field Office is responsible for the public lands, and interest in lands, administered by the BLM in Crook, Weston and Niobrara counties in northeast Wyoming, as well as the public lands that remain in Nebraska.
Surface acreage administered by this office includes approximately 292,000 acres in Wyoming and 6,600 acres in Nebraska. "Interest in lands" refers to the federal mineral estate that has been severed from the surface estate (split estate). The Office oversees approximately 1.6 million acres of split estate in the three Wyoming counties and 240,000 acres within the state of Nebraska.
Major programs managed by the Newcastle Field Office include oil and gas exploration & development, livestock grazing, and lands and realty.
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Map & DirectionsStorm Hill BLM Land Dispersed Site is located in Wyoming near Devils Tower
Coordinates
44.666650152836986 N
104.72513428563121 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 27 usersLast on 6/10/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 27 usersLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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 49 min from Rapid City, SD
- 2 hrs 56 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 11 min from Billings, MT
- 5 hrs 11 min from Bismarck, ND














































