Rex Hale
Open for camping on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not currently being accepted. 16-day stay limit. Check-in 2:00 p.m., check-out 12:00 p.m.
Air Quality Alert issued August 8 at 11:39AM 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...All of Western and Central Wyoming * WHEN...Now through Noon Monday. * IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires 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/.
From Recreation.gov
**NOTICE: **At this time, we are not accepting reservations for the listed campgrounds, but rather are available first-come/first-served. **NOTE:** The Clearwater Group site and the Sunlight Rangers Cabin continue to accept reservations. Please continue to monitor Recreation.gov to see if reservation status changes.
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.
About
Rex Hale Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway in northwestern Wyoming's Shoshone National Forest. Situated near the banks of the North Fork of the Shoshone River, the campground offers views of spectacular red cliffs where bighorn sheep are often seen early in the season. The area supports diverse wildlife including grizzly bears, deer, elk, moose, and bald eagles. The campground features 30 open and spacious sites, each equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and bear box. Eight sites have electric hookups. Facilities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand pump. Maximum spur length is 40 feet. There is no cell service, and food storage is required due to grizzly bear activity. The campground is named after Rex Hale, one of 15 firefighters who died in the 1937 Blackwater Fire. A firefighter memorial is located along the highway about 1.5 miles west, and Forest Service Trail 758 leads to additional memorials marking where firefighters lost their lives. Nearby Mummy Cave, discovered in 1957, was occupied for over 9,000 years and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Directions
From Cody, travel west on U.S. Highway 14/16/20 for 36 miles to the campground on the south side of the highway. The campground is between Newton Campground to the west and Clearwater Campground to the east, approximately 18 miles from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 527-6921 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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