Middle Fork Of The Powder River Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May through September. The Ed O. Taylor area is closed to human presence January 1 through May 14 for wildlife protection.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 5 at 12:50AM MST until March 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches mainly across the higher peaks of the northern and southern portions of the range. Snow accumulations elsewhere range between 2 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, and Bighorn Mountains West. * WHEN...From noon today to 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes especially along Powder River Pass.
About
Middle Fork of the Powder River Campground is a remote BLM campground located at 7,500 feet elevation along the Middle Fork of the Powder River, known for its blue-ribbon trout fishing. The campground offers five primitive camping sites, each equipped with a fire ring. Basic amenities include a vault toilet and drinking water. Camping is free with a 14-day stay limit, as with all BLM public lands. Access to the campground is challenging and requires a high-clearance vehicle, preferably 4WD. From Ten Sleep, drive 20 miles south on State Highway 434 to Big Trails, then turn left on graveled Dry Farm Road for about 13 miles to Hazelton Road. From there, it's approximately 17 miles on two-track dirt road to reach the campground. The remote location and difficult access make this an ideal destination for visitors seeking solitude and backcountry camping. The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The Ed O. Taylor area has seasonal closures from January 1 through May 14 for wildlife protection, as it serves as elk and deer winter forage range. The campground operates seasonally from May through September when weather and road conditions permit.
Directions
From Ten Sleep, drive 20 miles south on State Highway 434 to Big Trails. Turn left on graveled Dry Farm Road and drive about 13 miles to Hazelton Road. Turn right and drive about 17 miles on two-track dirt road to the campground. High-clearance 4WD vehicle recommended.
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Location
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| worland_wymail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 347-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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