Lakeview Bighorn
Lakeview Campground is located on Meadowlark Lake about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming on the west side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
| Tent-only | 8 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
19 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 002 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 003 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 004 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 005 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 006 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 007 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 008 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 009 | LAKE | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | LAKE | Group | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 16 / 4 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $10.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host. Site # 10 is a double site. |
The campground offers single-family sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. The nearest dump station is 12 miles away on Powder River Pass.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Worland, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 16 east for 52 miles.
| Nearest town | Ten Sleep, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.1775° N, 107.2161° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The administering organization is Rustic Freedom / Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: [email protected]
Charges and cancellations
This cancellation processing fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation processing fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
Fire nearby
- WildfirePk
40 mi from the campground · 1,645 acres · 85% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 5.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 43.2 mi |
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Lakeview Campground - Bighorn National Forest, WY
Worth a stop
The High Park Lookout is located just east of Meadowlark Lake. This old fire lookout was built by the CCC decades ago and is no longer active. A short hike leads to the lookout, where hikers are awarded panoramic views of the surrounding area. West Tensleep Lake is about 10 miles north of Meadowlark Lake and is open to non-motorized craft only. The popular West Tensleep Lake Trail begins here and leads into the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding and fishing and camping supplies.
- 9.5 miLily Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miLake Creek ATV2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.8 miEast Tensleep Lake ↗4.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miJames T. Saban Lookout0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miTensleep3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miPasture Park ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miDriveway1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Bighorn National Forest begins about 2.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.9 miBighorn National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,112,948 acres
- 5.8 miCloud Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 191,914 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- James T. Saban LookoutStructure · Ten Sleep · 2.1 mi
- Schunk LodgeHistoric district · Big Horn · 12.8 mi
Natural features
The campground overlooks scenic Meadowlark Lake, which can be viewed from several sites. A forest of lodgepole pine and Douglas fir trees covers the campground. Many additional lakes and streams are found in the surrounding area.
Recreation
Meadowlark Lake covers 325 acres and is open to boating at a wake-less speed, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook trout in the cool waters of the lake. Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and additional fishing streams are available in the surrounding area. Diverse hikes vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks; many trails access the Cloud Peak Wilderness.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lakeview Bighorn?
Sites at Lakeview Bighorn are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Lakeview Bighorn?
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $10.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lakeview Bighorn?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lakeview Bighorn have?
26 sites, including 10 standard sites without power, 8 tent-only sites, and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lakeview Bighorn?
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Lakeview Bighorn?
The nearest dump station is 12 miles away on Powder River Pass.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lakeview Bighorn?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lakeview Bighorn. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lakeview Bighorn?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Lakeview Bighorn?
Meadowlark Lake covers 325 acres and is open to boating at a wake-less speed, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lakeview Bighorn?
Ten Sleep, Wyoming. The High Park Lookout is located just east of Meadowlark Lake.
Source: Getting there
What if Lakeview Bighorn is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sitting Bull (0.6 mi), Willow Park (1.1 mi), and Boulder Park Campground (2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby