Sitting Bull
Closed — Closed for the season. Loop B is gated. Loop A remains open for self-supported camping as long as weather permits with no trash collection, water, or cleaning services. The campground typically operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent.
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
Sitting Bull Campground is located 51 miles east of Worland on the scenic Cloud Peak Skyway (U.S. Highway 16) at 8,600 feet elevation. The campground features 42 sites across two loops situated at the tree line edge of a beautiful mountain meadow, providing prime wildlife viewing and expansive mountain views. The nearby 325-acre Meadowlark Lake offers wake-less boating and fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, brown, and brook trout. Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, and diverse hiking trails ranging from loop trails to mountain peak treks provide access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness. West Tensleep Lake is about 10 miles north and is open to non-motorized craft only. The historic High Park Lookout, a CCC-era fire lookout, is located just east of Meadowlark Lake. The campground is managed by Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds and operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather dependent. Loop A remains open for self-supported camping after official season closures when weather permits, though no water, trash collection, or cleaning services are provided during this time. Sites can accommodate varying RV lengths with most spurs averaging 60 feet and ranging from 55 to 85 feet.
Directions
From Ten Sleep, Wyoming, take Highway 16 east for approximately 19.9 miles to Forest Service Road 432. Turn left on FSR 432 and travel about 1 mile to the campground.
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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 | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| 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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