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Lakeview Campground

Lakeview Campground, near Ten Sleep, Wyoming, is a picturesque retreat nestled in the Bighorn National Forest. This campground is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature, with spacious sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, ideal for evening gatherings.

Visitors rave about the stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Many campers have spotted moose wandering through the area, adding a touch of wildlife magic to your stay. One camper noted, “Had a big bull moose sitting in our site upon arrival,” so keep an eye out if you’re bringing pets along.

The campground is open from June to September, making it a great summer destination. With drinking water available and clean pit toilets, you’ll find the essentials covered. Reviewers have highlighted the well-maintained facilities and the helpful camp host, ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone.

For those looking to explore, there are plenty of hiking trails nearby, and fishing opportunities abound in the lake. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Lakeview Campground offers a serene escape where you can unwind and soak in the beauty of Wyoming’s wilderness.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Bighorn National Forest

Overview

Lakeview Campground is located on Meadowlark Lake 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

Meadowlark Lake covers 325 acres and is open to boating at a wake-less speed, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook trout in the cool waters of the lake. 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.

Natural Features

The campground overlooks scenic Meadowlark Lake, which can be viewed from several sites. A forest of lodgepole pine and Douglas fir trees covers the campground. Many additional lakes and streams are found in the surrounding area.

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. West Tensleep Lake is about 10 miles north of Meadowlark Lake and is open to non-motorized craft only. The popular West Tensleep Lake Trail begins here and leads into the Cloud Peak Wilderness. 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 $10.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host. Site # 10 is a double site. The single site fee (1-8 people) is $18.00 for one non-towed vehicle with trailer per site per day; an extra car, including what it tows, is an additional $10.00. The double site fee (9-16 people) is $36.00 for two non-towed vehicles with trailers per site per day; an extra car, including what it tows, is an additional $10.00. A 4th car (maximum) is free.

Location

Lakeview Campground is located in Wyoming

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Worland, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 16 east for 52 miles.

Address

FOREST ROAD 424
Ten sleep, WY 82442

Coordinates

44.1775 N
107.2161111 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 14, 2024

Beautiful lake frequented by moose.

Stayed for just one night. Great sites and a beautiful area with plenty of trails to hike. Had a big bull moose sitting in our site upon arrival and he stayed nearby all day and night so caution with pets is recommended.

Site9
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Kal V., June 14, 2024
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2022

Great lakeside campground

We enjoyed our two night stay in the tent only section of the campground. Sites were well spaced that provided a tent pad, picnic table, and fire pit. All were walk-in. Water available. Pit toliet. Helpful camp host.

Site14
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Sep. 19, 2021

Beautiful

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

Site5
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by N I., September 19, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by N I., September 19, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by N I., September 19, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 24, 2021

Cool spot

Site 10 (double site) is the one to get! Has the best view of the lake and very spacious.

Site11
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 12, 2021

Gorgeous Site

Super level site with view of the lake! Huge sites with some incredible fishing to be had. Cleaning stations at each site and fairly quiet scene.

Site9
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Alma L., July 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Alma L., July 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Alma L., July 12, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 20, 2021

Lakeviews do not disappoint

We really enjoyed our three nights here. The views of the lake were amazing. The CCC did a remarkable job here. I want to come back in the winter.

The camp host, Sally, did a great job keeping the garbage emptied and restroom/outhouses clean.

You are close to Highway 16 and the turning loop will not accommodate large pull behinds or RV’s.

Site4
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Brandon M., June 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Brandon M., June 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Brandon M., June 20, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

Beautiful Lakeside Campground

Beautiful Spot. We stayed one night in the RV loop (with a car and tent) and it was quiet and spacious and the vault toilet was clean. Many of the sites had a view of the lake. Then after a few days backpacking we returned to the tent only loop and it was a bit more cramp and not a lot of privacy, but overall a nice Forest campground in a beautiful spot! The lake offered a bit of breeze and kept the bugs down compared to some of the bugs in other area campgrounds.

  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Scott S., August 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Scott S., August 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Scott S., August 2, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2020

Absolutely beautiful

Camped here in July, our site had a path down to Meadowlark Lake. The trail and entire campground was surrounded by lupine and countless other wildflowers in bloom. The site was one of the cleanest I’ve ever stayed in. The bathrooms were pristine as well. Highly recommend.

  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Kate N., July 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Kate N., July 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Lakeview Campground by Kate N., July 15, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 23, 2020

Excellent site overlooking lake!

Beautiful site, #8 or #9 have great views especially at sunset. Moose frequent these spots and the campsite hosts are so friendly and helpful! One of the best hidden gem campsites.

Reviewed Jul. 15, 2019

Lake view

Always good fishing and camping. Bring your bug spray though

Reviewed Jun. 12, 2019

Beautiful Spot

We 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Lakeview Campground?

    Lakeview Campground allows vehicles up to 70 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Lakeview Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lakeview Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Lakeview Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Lakeview Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Lakeview Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Lakeview Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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