Medicine Lodge Lake Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens in June through Labor Day weekend, weather dependent. First-come, first-served only, no reservations accepted. Off-season self-supported camping is allowed when weather permits, with no services available.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 1:48AM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Medicine Lodge Lake Campground occupies a secluded high-alpine setting at 9,300 feet elevation along the shores of Upper Medicine Lodge Lake in Wyoming's Bighorn National Forest. The campground provides a launching point for wilderness exploration, with nearby trailheads offering direct access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Reaching the campground requires commitment: from Shell, Wyoming, travelers head east on Highway 14 for 17 miles before turning south onto Forest System Road 17 for another 24.5 miles. This remote access keeps usage light and preserves the area's wild character. The campground offers both single sites at $20/night and one double site (#11) at $40/night for larger groups of up to 16 people. Facilities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand pump during the operating season. When the official season ends after Labor Day, self-supported camping remains available as weather permits, though without trash collection, water service, or cleaning. The 14-day stay limit applies, and dogs must be kept on leash. Horses and pack animals are not permitted at the campground.
Directions
From Shell, WY, travel east on Highway 14 for about 17 miles, then turn south onto Forest System Road 17 for another 24.5 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.bighorninfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 765-4435 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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