Porcupine Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates June through Labor Day, weather dependent. Self-supported camping may be available after season closure if weather permits, but without water, trash collection, or cleaning services.
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.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-11 Black Mountain Lookout Building Closure
The Black Mountain Fire Lookout building and deck are closed to entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-25-10 Burgess Junction Visitor Center
Area closure to protect Burgess Junction Visitor Center building.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-01 Medicine Wheel Area Closure
Restrictions in the Medicine Wheel Area.
Forest Special Order 02-02-01-25-02 West Tensleep Corridor
Restrictions to camping and human waste management in West Tensleep Corridor, Forest System Road 27.
Forest Special Order 02-02-03-25-05 Shell Falls Interpretive Site Closure
Shell Falls Interpretive Site trails, pathways, grounds, viewing platform, buildings, parking areas, and road closed to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-25-03 Over Snow and Motor Vehicle Restrictions
Travel management restrictions including S-Areas.
Forest Special Order 02-02-06-24-09 Gravel Pit Area Closures
Burgess and Copper Creek Gravel Pit closures to public entry.
Forest Special Order 02-02-24-02 Occupancy and Use Camping Regulations
Regulations related to camping and use of areas in the Bighorn National Forest.
About
Porcupine Campground is located in the Bighorn National Forest along the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway, approximately 33 miles east of Lovell, Wyoming. Set at an elevation of 8,900 feet, the campground is covered by a mixed forest of pine and aspen, with nearby Bald Mountain providing a dramatic backdrop as part of the Bighorn Range. The campground features 16 sites, most accommodating RVs and trailers, with two tent-only sites. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Summer daytime temperatures range from the 60s to 90s, with nighttime temperatures dropping to the 50s. June can be rainy, while the rest of summer typically offers fair, clear days, though thunderstorms can arise at any time. Autumn brings cool temperatures with frosts common by mid-September. Jaws Trailhead sits near the campground, offering access to Bucking Mule Falls Trail and Porcupine Creek. The area is known for excellent wildlife habitat, with elk, moose, and deer commonly spotted in meadows and hillsides around the campground. The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark, a unique Native American geoglyph representing all creation and the cycles of life, is located four miles from the campground. Scenic off-road driving opportunities are available on Hunt Mountain Road and Burgess Overlook jeep trail. Fishing is popular on nearby streams and lakes.
Directions
From Lovell, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14A (not U.S. Highway 14) east 33 miles, then turn north on Forest Road 13 for 1.6 miles. Highway 14A has a 10% grade. From Dayton, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14/14A west 73 miles via Burgess Junction (recommended route for RVs and motorhomes).
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18.5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gccampgrounds13@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-9054 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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