Lake Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens early June and operates through early to mid-September, weather dependent.
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
Located along the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway in northwest Wyoming's Shoshone National Forest, Lake Creek Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience with just 6 sites. The campground sits near Lake Creek in a forested setting surrounded by the Beartooth and Absaroka mountain ranges. With a maximum spur length of 22 feet, the campground is best suited for smaller RVs and trailers, though tent campers will find it ideal. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, fire pits, and bear boxes for food storage. Bear boxes are essential as food storage is strictly required in this area due to active bear populations. Campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on-site. The location offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, fishing in Lake Creek, day hiking, and scenic exploration of the surrounding wilderness. Operating seasonally from early June through early to mid-September, Lake Creek Campground is accessible only when weather and road conditions permit. The campground is administered by the Clarks Fork Ranger District and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Payment is cash or check only, with a 16-day stay limit.
Directions
From Cody, take State Highway 120 north for 16 miles. Turn left onto State Highway 296, the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway, and proceed about 46 miles to the campground.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
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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