Porcupine Campground
Closed for the season. The campground operates from June through Labor Day. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov.
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/.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Porcupine Campground is located about two miles north of U.S. Highway 14A on the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway in northern Wyoming's Bighorn National Forest. At 8,900 feet elevation, the campground sits in a forest of pine and aspen where temperatures drop significantly after sunset. Summer daytime temperatures range from the 60s to 90s, with nighttime lows in the 50s. Thunderstorms and snowstorms can occur at any time. The campground has 15 sites, including 13 standard nonelectric sites and 2 tent-only sites. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Amenities include drinking water from a hand pump and accessible vault toilets. The nearest dump station is 25 miles east at Burgess Junction. Jaws Trailhead is near the campground, offering access to Bucking Mule Falls Trail and Porcupine Creek. The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark, an ancient Native American geoglyph, is just four miles away. Scenic off-road driving is available on Hunt Mountain Road and Burgess Overlook jeep trail.
Directions
From Lovell, WY, take Highway 14A (Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway) east for approximately 32 miles, then turn left on Forest Road 13 and continue for 2 miles. The highway has a 10% grade. From Dayton, WY, take U.S. Highway 14/14A west 73 miles via Burgess Junction; this is the recommended route for RVs and motorhomes.
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 | $18.5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| office@ceicamp.com | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 548-5304 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Porcupine Campground |
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