Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site Day Use Shelter
Open year-round. Group shelter reservations open the second Friday of January for the calendar year and must be booked at least 7 days in advance. Weather permitting access in winter months.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 12:54PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is between 3pm Wednesday through 4am MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site preserves over 10,000 years of human history in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. The group shelter with campsites provides a unique camping experience at a location that has served as home to indigenous peoples for millennia. The site's main attraction is a large sandstone cliff displaying hundreds of Native American petroglyphs and pictographs, offering a window into ancient cultures. Archaeological excavations have uncovered more than 60 distinct cultural levels spanning Paleoindian, Archaic, and Prehistoric periods. The group shelter is a covered facility that can accommodate groups for overnight camping or day use activities. It is situated within the approximately 12,000-acre Medicine Lodge Wildlife Habitat Management Area, providing excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing in Medicine Lodge Creek, and wildlife viewing. The site includes a small interpretive museum and self-guided trails. Additional individual campsites are also available throughout the property for those not using the group shelter.
Directions
From Worland, take U.S. Highway 16/20 north to State Route 31 and head east toward Hyattville. Turn onto Cold Springs Road and follow signs to Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site.
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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 | $200 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (877) 996-7275 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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