Leigh Creek Campground
The campground operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent. Opens May 22, 2026 for the season. After the official season closes, self-supported camping may be available as weather permits, though water, trash collection, and cleaning services are not provided during off-season. Reservations available via Recreation.gov; some dates are first-come, first-served.
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.
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 02-02-06-26-03 Gravel Pit Area Closures
Burgess and Copper Creek Gravel Pit closures to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-26-01 Cloud Peak Wilderness Regulations
Cloud Peak Wilderness regulations
Forest Special Order 02-02-26-02 Over Snow and Motor Vehicle Restrictions
Over snow vehicles and other motorized vehicle restrictions (S-Areas).
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 02-02-24-02 Occupancy and Use Camping Regulations
Regulations related to camping and use of areas in the Bighorn National Forest.
About
Leigh Creek Campground is located about 35 miles east of Worland, Wyoming, at the bottom of scenic Leigh Canyon in the Bighorn National Forest. The campground sits at 5,400 feet elevation along Tensleep Creek, surrounded by a forest of lodgepole pine. Each of the 11 sites features a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and potable drinking water from a hand pump are available, and trash collection is provided during the operating season. The campground offers a mix of tent-only sites (Sites 1, 5, 6, 7, 8) and standard nonelectric sites (Sites 2, 3, 4, 10, 11) suitable for small RVs or trailers. Sites are limited to 8 people and 2 vehicles each. Firewood is available for purchase from the camp host. Recreation opportunities abound in the surrounding area, including OHV trail riding, mountain biking, day hiking, and fishing in Tensleep Creek and nearby lakes. Meadowlark Lake is about 11 miles away and allows motorized craft at wake-less speed, while West Tensleep Lake (14 miles) is open to non-motorized craft only. Trails in the area provide access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness.
Directions
From Ten Sleep, WY, drive 7.5 miles on Highway 16 to Forest System Road 18 (WY Highway 435). Bear right and travel about 1 mile to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 36ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 36ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gccampgrounds13@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 684-7806 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Bighorn NF Campground Page |
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