Boulder Park Campground
Closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, weather dependent. Reservations available via Recreation.gov; first-come, first-served sites may also be available.
Flood Watch issued September 20 at 2:10AM MDT until September 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by moderate to heavy rainfall is possible, especially in terrain and poor drainage areas. * WHERE...Portions of central and north central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County and Southeast Johnson County. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas and around steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving weather system will bring rounds of showers and thunderstorms to the region. Any shower or thunderstorm could produce moderate to heavy rainfall across the Watch Area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook issued September 19 at 11:59AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
ESFRIW Periods of showers and thunderstorms are expected across the northern half of Wyoming Saturday and Sunday as a wet weather system shifts east across the state. This weather system is funneling abundant tropical moisture into northern and eastern portions of the state with it's eastward progression. Given the high moisture content, many thunderstorms could feature heavy rainfall and possibly lead to localized flooding. Poor drainage areas, urban areas, and steep terrain will be the most susceptible locations for this isolated flooding. Many locations could see an additional 0.5" to 1.25" of rain through Sunday afternoon, with a majority of this rain falling quickly in thunderstorms. Remember, if you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around don't down!
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.
About
Boulder Park Campground is located about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming on the west side of the Cloud Peak Skyway scenic byway. The campground sits at 8,000 feet elevation on the banks of West Tensleep Creek in an open meadow surrounded by lodgepole pine forest. Each of the 32 single-family sites includes a picnic table and campfire ring with grill, with accessible vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump, and trash collection provided. The Bighorn National Forest offers outstanding recreation including diverse hiking trails that access the Cloud Peak Wilderness, trout fishing in West Tensleep Creek, and scenic driving. Meadowlark Lake is within a couple miles and allows motorized craft at wake-less speed, while West Tensleep Lake to the north is open to non-motorized craft only. The historic High Park Lookout, an old CCC-built fire lookout, offers panoramic views via a short hike from Meadowlark Lake. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining, lodging, guided horseback riding, and camping supplies. The nearest dump station is at Powder River Pass, about 15 miles away. Note that horses and pack animals are prohibited at this campground.
Directions
From Worland, WY: 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 Ten Sleep, WY: Take Highway 16 east for about 17.5 miles to Forest Road 27. Turn left, cross the bridge, go 0.2 miles, and turn left at the sign.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 58ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 58ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gccampgrounds13@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-9054 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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