Deer Creek Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis unless inaccessible due to snow and ice. No fees required. 16-day stay limit.
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.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Over-Snow Vehicle, Road and Trail Prohibitions
Shoshone National Forest - Wind River Ranger District
Restrictions to Camping, Food and Attractant Storage
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and wildlife by minimizing human-bear interactions. March 1 - December 1, Annually
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Shoshone National Forest - Wapiti Ranger District - North Fork Highway (U.S. Highway 14-16-20)
Over-Snow Vehicle Area, Road, and Trail Prohibitions
Shoshone National Forest - Greybull Ranger DistrictDecember 1 - April 30, Annually
Over-Snow Vehicle Area, Road, and Trail Prohibitions
Shoshone National Forest - Greybull Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 - June 20, Annually
Over-Snow Vehicle Area, Road, and Trail Prohibitions
Shoshone National Forest - Washakie Ranger District
Restrictions to Activities in the Sleeping Giant Ski Area and Pahaska Nordic Ski Area
Shoshone National Forest - Wapiti Ranger District - Sleeping Giant Ski Area, Pahaska Nordic Ski AreaNovember 15 - May 1, Annually
Single Location Occupancy Limited to Sixteen (16) Days; Boat Launching Limited to Boat Ramps
Shoshone National Forest
About
Deer Creek Campground is a small, primitive campground located along Deer Creek in the Shoshone National Forest. With only six sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, this campground offers a quiet, remote camping experience. Each site includes a picnic table, bear box for food storage, fire ring with grill, RV parking space, and tent pad, though the maximum spur length is limited to 16 feet. The campground serves as a gateway to the Washakie Wilderness via the Deer Creek Trail, making it popular with backpackers and day hikers. Scenic Deer Creek Falls is just a short hike from camp. The area provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and fishing in Deer Creek. Bear activity is common in the area, and proper food storage in the provided bear boxes is required. This is a pack-in, pack-out facility with no garbage collection or potable water available. Campers must bring their own water and be prepared to carry out all trash. The campground remains open year-round unless snow and ice make it inaccessible. Located 40 miles south of Cody on South Fork Road, the campground is not accessible to persons with mobility impairments.
Directions
From Cody, travel south on State Highway 291 (South Fork Road) for 40 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| 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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