Medicine Creek Campground
Open year-round, first-come, first-served, no fee. The dock is operational from approximately mid-May through mid-September. When the dock is not in the water, boaters may need to wade ashore and carry gear up to 100 yards. Lake levels affect boat access to campsites.
Flood Watch issued September 18 at 10:59PM MDT until September 20 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, along with Flash Flooding of recent burn scars. * WHERE...All of South Central and Southeast Montana, and Sheridan County Wyoming. * WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 1 to 3 inches of additional rainfall is expected across the watch area through Sunday. Locally heavier totals over 4 inches are possible where thunderstorm activity is more persistent. - The Robertson Draw, East Side, Elk, and McGhee-Remington burn scars are particularly vulnerable to Flash Flooding and debris flows during the watch period. Any other burn scars from this summer will have elevated Flash Flood potential as well. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Medicine Creek Campground offers a backcountry camping experience on Bighorn Lake in Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. Located 2.8 miles north of Barry's Landing and 0.7 miles west of the main canyon, this boat-in or hike-in campground provides five designated tent sites in a scenic canyon setting. Each site features a level area for one to two tents, a picnic table, a fire ring, and a bear box for food storage. The campground is open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fee. The dock is typically operational from the third week of May through mid-September. When the dock is removed or water levels are low, boaters may need to wade ashore and carry gear up to 100 yards. Hikers can access the campground via the Barry's Island Trail from Barry's Landing. There are no toilets or potable water at Medicine Creek. The nearest vault toilets are located 2 miles south at Barry's Landing. Campers should bring all necessary water and supplies. Firewood availability is limited due to high usage, and collection of firewood within the park is prohibited. The area supports wildlife including bighorn sheep and black bears.
Directions
Boat in: Navigate north of Barry's Landing to Dayboard 32 and turn left into Medicine Creek, approximately 2.8 miles. Hike in: Follow Hwy 37 north through the park to Barry's Landing, park there, and hike approximately 3 miles on the Barry's Island Trail.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| BICA_media@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 568-5406 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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