Deer Park Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day weekend (around May 25) through Labor Day, weather dependent. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. The campground is gated during seasonal closures.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.
About
Deer Park Campground is a small, primitive campground tucked into the high country of Bighorn National Forest at 8,900 feet elevation near West Tensleep Creek. With just 7 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, it offers a quieter alternative to reservable campgrounds in the area. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, potable water from a hand pump, and picnic tables at each site. The location makes Deer Park an excellent base camp for exploring Cloud Peak Wilderness, with trail access nearby. Sites can accommodate tents, small RVs, and trailers, though the campground is not suited for large rigs. Dogs are welcome but must remain on leash, and horse or pack animals are not permitted at this site. Campers should be aware of special restrictions along the West Tensleep Corridor (FSR 27) regarding camping and human waste management. The 14-day stay limit applies, with a maximum of 8 people per site. Be prepared to pay with cash or check as credit cards may not be accepted.
Directions
From Tensleep, WY, take Highway 16 east for approximately 20 miles. Turn north on Forest System Road 27 and continue 6 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.bighorninfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 684-7806 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Deer Park Campground | |
| Bighorn NF Alerts |
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