Shoshone National Forest's Wild Iris OK Corral sits along a rutted dirt road outside Lander, providing free dispersed camping in the trees alongside the OK Corral Crag. The road condition gets mentioned in nearly every review. It's manageable when dry, but higher clearance and 4WD are worth having if you're venturing deeper into the sites. A 39-foot fifth wheel has made it in, so larger rigs aren't automatically ruled out.
The campground draws a steady stream of rock climbers. The limestone sport routes at Wild Iris are the main draw, with a well-marked trail system connecting different walls along the crag. Each site has a metal bear box for food storage, rock fire rings, and access to pit toilets near the Main Wall parking area. The area has a documented black bear presence, which is why the food storage infrastructure exists. Sites are set among dense trees, and views open toward surrounding valleys and a nearby quarry.
Crowding can be a factor, even mid-week. Reviewers arriving on a Tuesday afternoon in summer found most sites taken by 3:30 p.m. Cell service on Verizon varies considerably depending on the site and conditions, with some campers streaming video without trouble while others hiked a mile uphill to get two bars. Thunderstorms can move in fast, and a nearby creek runs with strong current after storms. The Wild Iris Camground to the north and Atlantic City Campground to the south provide overflow options if this area fills. This spot works best for climbers and campers comfortable with variable road and cell conditions in a forested mountain setting.
Description
Wild Iris is one of the most beautiful sport climbing areas in the U.S. It's hard to beat a warm summer day spent climbing the white limestone pockets of Wild Iris. And to top it off, you'll belay comfortably beneath a peaceful canopy of aspen trees. Sublime. The climbs are mostly short, and occasionally sharp, but the climbing and experience is more than enough to compensate for these minor drawbacks. There are plenty of routes from 5.9 on up to 5.14, so most climbers will find more than enough to stay busy. Wild Iris is located at Limestone Mountain at an elevation of 9,000 feet. The climbing season begins when the snow melts (early June) and can last into Fall. The high altitude makes summer climbing pleasant, but be aware that the weather can change at any moment - wind and cold storms are common all summer. Many of the climbs face south, so also be prepared for warm temps! Remember this is Wyoming - land of the extremes! A number of primitive spots are available for camping, and an outhouse is located just up from the main parking lot. Closest supplies are located in Lander. The Lander Bar comes highly recommended for food and drink - it's a climbing tradition!
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWild Iris OK Corral is located in Wyoming near Lander
Directions
Wild Iris is located 24 miles southwest of Lander on Highway 28. Turn off the highway on Limestone Road and head up the dirt road. Head right at the first intersection and that will take you to the main parking lot. If you cross over South Pass (when coming from Lander) you've gone too far!
Coordinates
42.57420064 N
108.7178514 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- 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
- 2 hrs 22 min from Casper, WY
- 3 hrs 26 min from Logan, UT
- 3 hrs 35 min from Ogden, UT
- 4 hrs 27 min from Idaho Falls, ID



















