Verified
Established Camping
Boulder Park Campground
Boulder Park Campground, near Ten Sleep, Wyoming, is a peaceful spot tucked away in the Bighorn National Forest, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. With its spacious sites and beautiful surroundings, it’s a great place to unwind and soak in nature.
This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, complete with picnic tables and fire rings for those cozy campfire evenings. Visitors rave about the clean facilities, including well-maintained vault toilets, and the friendly campground hosts who keep everything in tip-top shape. One camper noted, “The campground host took pride in maintaining the place,” which really shows in the overall cleanliness.
For outdoor lovers, there’s no shortage of activities nearby. You can explore scenic jeep roads, hiking trails, and even catch a glimpse of the majestic moose that wander through the area. Plus, the sound of West Tensleep Creek adds a soothing backdrop to your stay. As one reviewer put it, “This is a very peaceful site and great to enjoy all the Bighorn has to offer.”
Whether you’re camping with family or just looking for a solo retreat, Boulder Park Campground has a welcoming vibe and plenty of natural beauty to enjoy. Just remember to keep an eye out for those moose!
Description
USDA Forest Service
Bighorn National Forest
Overview
Boulder Park Campground is located about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming on the west side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness area. The Bighorn National Forest offers 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
Recreation
Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and additional fishing streams are available in the surrounding area. Diverse hikes vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks; many trails access the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Meadowlark Lake is within a couple miles of the campground. This small lake allows motorized craft at a wake-less speed. West Tensleep Lake, a few miles north of the campground, is open to non-motorized craft only. Both lakes are great locations for canoeing and fishing.
Natural Features
The campground sits on the banks of West Tensleep Creek in an open meadow surrounded by a forest of lodgepole pine. Many lakes and streams are found in the surrounding Bighorn Mountains.
Nearby Attractions
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 surrounding area. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding and fishing and camping supplies.
Charges & Cancellations
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).
Fee Info
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $9.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.
Location
Boulder Park Campground is located in Wyoming
Directions
From Worland, Wyoming: Take U.S. Highway 16 east for 48 miles, then turn onto West Tensleep Lake Road (Forest Road 27) and travel 0.5 miles west. Campground is on the left. From Buffalo, Wyoming: Take U.S. Highway 16 west for 43 milesthen turn onto West Tensleep Lake Road (Forest Road 27) and travel 0.5 miles west.
Address
WEST TEN SLEEP ROAD (FOREST ROAD 27)
Ten sleep, WY 82442
Coordinates
44.1633333 N
107.2522222 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations