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.
Flood Watch issued September 20 at 2:10AM MDT until September 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by moderate to heavy rainfall is possible, especially in terrain and poor drainage areas. * WHERE...Portions of central and north central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County and Southeast Johnson County. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas and around steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow moving weather system will bring rounds of showers and thunderstorms to the region. Any shower or thunderstorm could produce moderate to heavy rainfall across the Watch Area. - 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
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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