Sitting Bull
Sitting Bull Campground is located 51 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 | 41 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
41 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | A | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | A | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 003 | A | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | A | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | A | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 006 | A | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 007 | A | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | A | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | A | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | A | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | 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 | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| 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 may be purchased from the campground host. Site # 41 is a double site. |
| Accessibility | Sites 002, 003, 004, 005 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers several single-family sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Site 006 meets established accessibility standards. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are also provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Memorial Day - Labor Day |
| Forest | Bighorn National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line. |
| Fees | $22 per night. Additional vehicle $10. Limit 2 vehicles per site and 8 people per site. 21 reservable sites. Double site (site #41): $44 for 1-16 people. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit |
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Getting there
From Ten Sleep, Wyoming: Take Hwy 16 east for approximately 20 miles to Forest Service Road 432. Turn left on FSR 432 and continue about a mile to campground.
| Nearest town | Ten Sleep, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.1836° N, 107.2089° 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
39 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 ↗ | 5.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 42.7 mi |
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Sitting Bull Campground
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 the campground 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.
- 9.3 miLily Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.2 miLake Creek ATV2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.8 miTensleep3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miEast Tensleep Lake ↗4.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miDriveway1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miJames T. Saban Lookout0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miPasture Park ↗4.5 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 2.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.6 miBighorn National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,112,948 acres
- 5.4 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 · 2.4 mi
- Schunk LodgeHistoric district · Big Horn · 12.4 mi
Natural features
Sitting Bull is situated on the edge of a forest of lodgepole pine, adjacent to a beautiful mountain meadow, a prime location for wildlife viewing. Most sites afford expansive views of the surrounding Bighorn Mountains.
Recreation
Nearby 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 Sitting Bull?
Sites at Sitting Bull are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Sitting Bull?
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 may be purchased from the campground host.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sitting Bull?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Sitting Bull open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Sitting Bull have?
41 sites, including 41 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sitting Bull?
The longest site here provides 60 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 pets allowed at Sitting Bull?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sitting Bull. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sitting Bull?
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. 14 day stay limit
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Sitting Bull?
Sites 002, 003, 004, and 005 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Sitting Bull?
Nearby 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 Sitting Bull?
Ten Sleep, Wyoming. The High Park Lookout is located just east of Meadowlark Lake.
Source: Getting there
What if Sitting Bull is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lakeview Bighorn (0.6 mi), Willow Park (1.4 mi), and Island Park Campground (2.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby