Wapiti Campground
Open for the 2026 season on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not currently being accepted. 16-day stay limit. Food storage in bear boxes is required in this grizzly bear country.
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
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
Wapiti Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway about 30 miles west of Cody, Wyoming, and 22 miles east of Yellowstone National Park's east entrance. The name "Wapiti" comes from the American Indian word for elk. Situated at 6,000 feet elevation among cottonwood and juniper trees, the campground sits beneath ancient cliffs formed by the Absaroka volcanic mud flow. The campground hosts 41 sites on the North Fork of the Shoshone River, adjacent to the historic Wapiti Ranger Station. Sites 1-21 offer electric hookups with both 15 and 30 amp service, while sites 22-40 are standard non-electric. Every site includes a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and bear box for food storage. Vault toilets and potable water from a hand pump are provided. Maximum spur length is 50 feet. The area offers outstanding fly-fishing for rainbow and Yellowstone cutthroat trout. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with grizzly bears, deer, elk, bison, moose, and bald eagles frequently spotted. The nearby Wapiti Wayside provides interpretive information about grizzly bears and local wildlife. Pahaska Tepee, Buffalo Bill's original 1904 hunting lodge, is located west of the campground with daily tours offered Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Directions
From Cody, travel west on U.S. Highway 14/16/20 (Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway) for 30 miles. The campground is on the north side of the highway, next to the river, between Elk Fork Campground to the west and Big Game Campground to the east. Approximately 22 miles from Yellowstone's east entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 145ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 145ft |
| 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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