Clearwater Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis. Individual sites are not accepting reservations; the group site accepts reservations via Recreation.gov. No potable water available.
Flood Watch issued August 29 at 1:07PM MDT until August 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* 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
From Recreation.gov
**NOTICE: **At this time, we are not accepting reservations for the listed campgrounds, but rather are available first-come/first-served. **NOTE:** The Clearwater Group site and the Sunlight Rangers Cabin continue to accept reservations. Please continue to monitor Recreation.gov to see if reservation status changes.
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
Clearwater Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway in northwestern Wyoming's Shoshone National Forest. The 11-site tent-only campground sits at 6,000 feet elevation on the banks of the North Fork of the Shoshone River, surrounded by Douglas fir and large juniper trees with beautiful mountain views. It's positioned 32 miles west of Cody and approximately 20 miles from Yellowstone National Park's east entrance. The campground offers excellent recreational opportunities including fly-fishing for rainbow and Yellowstone cutthroat trout, hiking, scenic driving, and wildlife viewing. Visitors frequently spot grizzly bears, deer, elk, bison, moose, fox, coyotes, and bald eagles. Nearby Pahaska Tepee features Buffalo Bill's original 1904 hunting lodge with daily tours available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box for required food storage. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Sites have a maximum 40-foot parking spur. The campground has a 16-day stay limit and no cell service. Payment is cash or check only, with Interagency Senior/Access passes providing a 50% discount.
Directions
From Cody, Wyoming, follow Sheridan Avenue west through town until it becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (US Highway 14/16/20). The campground is 32 miles west of Cody on the south side of the highway, next to the river.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 527-6921 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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