Outlaw Cave Campground
Open for the season. Outlaw Cave Road is closed annually from January 1 through April 14 due to winter conditions. The campground is first-come, first-served with no reservations. No potable water or trash services; pack out all garbage.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM 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 Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * 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
Outlaw Cave Campground sits in the rugged Middle Fork Powder River Recreation Area near Kaycee, Wyoming. This remote canyon country, characterized by red rock walls and deep drainages, served as a hideout for Butch Cassidy and the Wild Bunch in the late 1800s. Two caves and a corral used by the outlaws to stash stolen goods remain near the site. The Middle Fork of the Powder River, a 12-mile blue-ribbon trout fishery, flows through the area, and the surrounding terrain provides winter forage for elk and deer. The campground offers 12 rustic camping spaces on a first-come, first-served basis with no fee and a 14-day stay limit. Facilities are minimal: one vault toilet is provided, but there is no potable water and no trash collection. Campers must pack out all garbage. Prehistoric archaeological resources exist near the site and are protected by federal law. Access follows Bar C Road through private ranch land (the historic Hole-in-the-Wall Ranch), so respect posted signs and stay on the designated route. The primitive roads are best suited for high-clearance vehicles. BLM advises against traveling to this area during inclement weather.
Directions
From Interstate 90, take exit 254 for Kaycee. Head west on Highway 191 for about 1 mile. Turn left onto Highway 190W for about 16 miles to Barnum. Turn left onto Bar C Road (signed for Middle Fork Powder River Management Area). The road passes through the Hole-in-the-Wall Ranch; respect private property and posted signs. Follow Bar C Road for approximately 7.8 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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
| blm_wy_buffalo_fo@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 684-1100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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