Doyle Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent. A small number of sites remain open to self-supported camping as long as weather permits after season closures with no trash collection, water, or cleaning services.
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.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-11 Black Mountain Lookout Building Closure
The Black Mountain Fire Lookout building and deck are closed to entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-10 Burgess Junction Visitor Center
Area closure to protect Burgess Junction Visitor Center building.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-01 Medicine Wheel Area Closure
Restrictions in the Medicine Wheel Area.
Forest Special Order 02-02-01-25-02 West Tensleep Corridor
Restrictions to camping and human waste management in West Tensleep Corridor, Forest System Road 27.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-05 Shell Falls Interpretive Site Closure
Shell Falls Interpretive Site trails, pathways, grounds, viewing platform, buildings, parking areas, and road closed to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-25-03 Over Snow and Motor Vehicle Restrictions
Travel management restrictions including S-Areas.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-24-09 Gravel Pit Area Closures
Burgess and Copper Creek Gravel Pit closures to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-24-02 Occupancy and Use Camping Regulations
Regulations related to camping and use of areas in the Bighorn National Forest.
About
Doyle Creek Campground is located 30 miles west of Buffalo, Wyoming, on the east side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway near the Cloud Peak Wilderness area. Situated at 8,100 feet elevation in a densely forested area of lodgepole pine, the campground offers a peaceful and remote setting with campsites located along a creek and adjacent meadow. The area is known for its excellent habitat supporting a wide variety of wildlife species. Visitors enjoy diverse recreation opportunities including scenic off-highway driving on nearby Elgin Park, Pole Creek, and Crazy Woman Canyon Roads. ATV trails are adjacent to camp, and numerous hiking trails provide access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Mountain biking is allowed on forest roads, and fishing is popular in the campground creek and nearby streams and lakes. The area offers a tranquil escape with light usage levels. Weather conditions vary significantly by season. Summer daytime temperatures range from the 60s to 90s, with nighttime temperatures dropping to the 50s. June can be rainy, while the rest of summer typically features fair, clear, sunny days. Thunderstorms and snowstorms can arise at any time. Autumn temperatures are cool with frosts by mid-September. The campground is managed by Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds and operates on a 14-day stay limit.
Directions
From Buffalo, WY, take US Highway 16 west for about 24 miles to County Road 3 (Hazelton Road). Turn left and go another 6.2 miles to the campground turnoff, then continue 0.3 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $18.5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 70ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gccampgrounds13@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-9054 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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