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Closed for the season. Typically opens between June and July through early September, depending on snow load and road conditions. All sites are first come, first served.

Flood Watch issued August 29 at 1:07PM MDT until August 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

1:07 PM — August 30th, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, northwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Wind River Mountains West. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Jackson Hole, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges and Star Valley. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Increased moisture from the Pacific will move across northwest Wyoming through the weekend, bringing an extended chance for showers and thunderstorms. The increased moisture will have the potential to produce locally heavy rainfall, providing excessive runoff in flood-prone and low-lying areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Bridger-Teton National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Bridger-Teton National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

Big Sandy Campground sits at 9,100 feet elevation in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, positioned at the trailhead leading into the heart of the Bridger Wilderness. The campground offers 4 standard sites in the main loop and an additional site near the Stock Trailhead for visitors with horses. Located along Big Sandy Creek at the north end of Big Sandy Opening, this primitive facility is roughly 45 miles and over an hour's drive from Pinedale. As a primitive campground, Big Sandy has no potable water, and visitors must pack out all trash. Vault toilets are available. Proper food storage is required due to bear activity in the area. Pets are allowed but must be leashed within the developed sites, and no livestock is permitted in the campground itself. Equestrians should use the corrals at the trailhead. The campground provides access to exceptional backcountry opportunities including backpacking, day hiking, fishing in mountain streams, rock climbing, wildlife viewing, and photography. The 14-day stay limit applies, with quiet hours from 10pm to 6am.

Directions

From Pinedale, head south on US-191 for about 12 miles, then turn left on WY-353 and drive approximately 15.5 miles where it becomes Big Sandy-Elkhorn Road/CR-118. Continue 12 miles, turn left onto Lander Cutoff Road/CR-132, follow for 7 miles, then turn left onto Big Sandy Opening Road/FS-370850 for 9.7 miles. Turn right at the fork; the campground is at the end of the road. Total: approximately 45 miles, 1 hour 12 minutes from Pinedale.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $7

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (307) 367-4326

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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