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.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 2:00PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...Strong Gusty Winds...and Dry Thunderstorms with gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Central WY Fire Zones...280...285...300. In North Central WY Fire Zone....281. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Johnson...Washakie. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * THUNDERSTORMS: Lightning and outflow wind gusts to 60 mph will be possible through Monday afternoon. * HUMIDITY: As low as 9 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Highs in the lower 90s; highs in the 80s in zones 285 and 300.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 2:00PM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS: Low Humidities...Hot Temperatures...Strong Gusty Winds...and Dry Thunderstorms with gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In Central WY Fire Zones...280...285...300. In North Central WY Fire Zone....281. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central WY...Fremont...Natrona. In North Central WY...Hot Springs...Johnson...Washakie. * WIND: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * THUNDERSTORMS: Lightning and outflow wind gusts to 60 mph will be possible through Monday afternoon. * HUMIDITY: As low as 9 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Highs in the lower 90s; highs in the 80s in zones 285 and 300.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 11:30AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
The following message is transmitted on behalf of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, and the Wyoming Department of Health. * WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke. * WHERE...Northern Wyoming and portions of central Wyoming. * WHEN...Until 12 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires and the Weiser Knoll fire continues to be observed across much of western and central Wyoming. The smoke is limiting visibilities at times. HEALTH INFORMATION...The Wyoming Department of Health recommends that the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health effects. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions. CURRENT CONDITIONS...The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division offers near real-time air quality data for Wyoming's monitoring stations and health effects information to help the public interpret current conditions. Current air quality conditions across the state of Wyoming can be found at http://www.wyvisnet.com/.
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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