Dead Indian Campground
Open for the season. The south loop remains open year-round without services or fees during winter months. First-come, first-served with a 16-day stay limit.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 2:17AM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty Winds...could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Northwest WY...Fire Weather Zone 286. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Park. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 13 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Highs in the upper 70s to middle 80s.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 8:54PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...and Strong Gusty Winds could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Northwest WY...Fire Weather Zone 286. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Park. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 12 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Lows in the lower 50s. Highs in the upper 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 11:30AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
The following message is transmitted on behalf of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, and the Wyoming Department of Health. * WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke. * WHERE...Northern Wyoming and portions of central Wyoming. * WHEN...Until 12 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires and the Weiser Knoll fire continues to be observed across much of western and central Wyoming. The smoke is limiting visibilities at times. HEALTH INFORMATION...The Wyoming Department of Health recommends that the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health effects. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions. CURRENT CONDITIONS...The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division offers near real-time air quality data for Wyoming's monitoring stations and health effects information to help the public interpret current conditions. Current air quality conditions across the state of Wyoming can be found at http://www.wyvisnet.com/.
About
Dead Indian Campground sits at approximately 8,000 feet elevation on the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway in the Clarks Fork Ranger District of Shoshone National Forest. The 10-site campground provides a staging point for wilderness exploration, with a trailhead across the highway leading along Dead Indian Creek, through the Absaroka Wilderness and Dead Indian Meadows, and up to the summit of Dead Indian Peak. The campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets, potable water from a hand pump, and picnic tables. Bear boxes are provided for required food storage in this active bear habitat. Adjacent corrals across Highway 296 accommodate horses and pack animals. Sites have a maximum spur length of 32 feet, making this campground better suited for tent camping and smaller RVs. The south loop remains open during winter months without services or fees for those seeking off-season access. The 16-day stay limit applies during the regular season. Cash or check payment only.
Directions
From Cody, travel north on State Highway 120 for 16 miles. Turn left (west) onto Chief Joseph Scenic Highway (State Highway 296). Travel west approximately 16 miles to the campground. Be advised of steep switchbacks.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 527-6921 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Dead Indian Campground | |
| Shoshone NF Camping & Cabins |
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