Brown Mountain Campground
The campground typically operates from early to mid-May through mid-October, weather and conditions permitting. First-come, first-served only. When officially closed, walk-in camping is still permitted but no services or fee collection are available. Food storage in bear boxes is required March 1 through December 1.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 1:34AM 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, north central, and northwest 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. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills and Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...Through Sunday 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 move across Wyoming today through Sunday and bring rounds of showers and thunderstorms to the region, especially northern Wyoming. Any shower or thunderstorm could produce moderate to heavy rainfall across the Watch Area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook issued September 18 at 10:20AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
ESFRIW A wet weather system will support periods of showers and thunderstorms across Wyoming Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This weather system is funneling abundant tropical moisture into the state. Given this anomalously high moisture, many thunderstorms will feature heavy rainfall, possibly leading 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 rainfall totals anywhere between 0.75" to 1.75" 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
Brown Mountain Campground is a small, primitive campground with seven sites nestled along the Wood River in the Shoshone National Forest, southwest of Meeteetse, Wyoming. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, and bear boxes for required food storage. Campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash, as neither potable water nor garbage collection is available. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 16-day stay limit. Most sites accommodate vehicles with a maximum spur length of 16 feet, though one site can handle up to 40 feet. The campground is not accessible to persons with mobility impairments, and there is no cell service in the area. A major draw for visitors is the historic ghost town of Kirwin, located 9 miles up the Wood River via a rough road requiring high-clearance or 4WD vehicles. The surrounding area offers opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and exploring the rugged backcountry of the Shoshone National Forest.
Directions
From Cody, WY take State Highway 120 south to Meeteetse (32 miles). Take State Highway 290 west of Meeteetse 7 miles to County Road 4DT (Wood River Road). Follow Wood River Road to Forest Road 200, which begins at the national forest boundary. The campground is 3 miles west of the boundary.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 527-6921 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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