Ranger Creek Recreation Area
The campground is closed for the season. Operating season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent. Reservations are required during the open season via Recreation.gov.
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
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
Ranger Creek Recreation Area is located just off the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) in the Bighorn Mountains of northern Wyoming. At 7,500 feet elevation, the campground sits on the banks of Ranger Creek amid a forest of pine and aspen trees, with craggy granite peaks rising over 13,000 feet in the surrounding wilderness. The facility is designed primarily for group camping, featuring one large group site that can accommodate up to 150 people for overnight camping or day-use picnicking. A covered shelter with picnic and serving tables, a campfire ring, and grill are provided at the group site. Eleven individual campsites are also available for smaller parties. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water from faucets, and trash collection are provided during the operating season. Recreational opportunities abound in the area. The Adelaide Trail provides access to Shell Creek for hiking and horseback riding. Scenic off-road driving routes include Battle Creek Road to Medicine Lodge Lake and Ranger Creek Road to Shell Reservoir. Shell Falls Interpretive Site is approximately 8 miles west, and the Burgess Junction Visitor Center is 20 miles north.
Directions
From Greybull, WY, take US Highway 14 east for approximately 32 miles to the Forest Road 17 sign. Turn right onto Forest Road 17 and continue about 3 miles. The campground is 2 miles beyond Shell Creek Campground.
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 | $20 - $176 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 75ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 75ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 765-4435 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Ranger Creek Recreation Area |
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