Sibley Lake
Sibley Lake Campground is located at Sibley Lake along the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Junction at an elevation of 7,900 feet. 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 with electric | 14 |
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 85 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | No | 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 | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 85 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 $11.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles may be purchased from the campground host. There is an additional $5 fee for the Standard Electric sites. |
The campground offers several single-family sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are 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 | $23 per night, $28 per night for electric service. Additional vehicle $10. Limit 2 vehicles per site and 8 people per site. 16 reservable sites (14 with electric service). |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit, Electric Motors Only on Sibley Lake |
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Getting there
From Dayton, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14 southwest about 25 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Buffalo, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.7714° N, 107.4431° 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
11 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
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 24.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
Shell Falls Visitor Center, at the overlook of Shell Falls, is about 25 miles southwest. This center offers interpretive trails, scenic views, and educational displays about natural features such as flora and fauna and area history.
- 1.8 miShutts Flats Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.9 miTongue River Fishing East ↗Fishing site
- 12.3 miConey Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.1 miTwin Lakes Picnic Ground ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miPrune Creek0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miShutts Flat4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.1 miCopper Creek1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miCutler Hill2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miBlack Mountain Lookout1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4 miBear Lodge ATV Connector0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.8 miShutts Flats TH ↗Bighorn National Forest
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
This campground sits inside Bighorn National Forest.
- inBighorn National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,112,948 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
On the National Register nearby
- Susan Wissler HouseBuilding · Dayton · 11.3 mi
- Dayton MercantileBuilding · Dayton · 11.4 mi
- Dayton Community HallBuilding · Dayton · 11.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated near Sibley Lake and Prune Creek in the Bighorn Mountains, where craggy granite peaks rise over 13,000 feet above sea level. A forest of lodgepole pine covers the area, creating excellent wildlife habitat.
Recreation
Sibley Lake is open to non-motorized craft and offers an accessible fishing dock on the shoreline. Anglers fish for rainbow, brown and brook trout. 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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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sibley Lake?
Sites at Sibley Lake 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 Sibley Lake?
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $11.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles may be purchased from the campground host.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sibley Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Sibley Lake 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 Sibley Lake have?
25 sites, including 14 standard sites with power, 9 standard sites without power, and 1 tent-only site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sibley Lake?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Sibley Lake have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Sibley Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sibley Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sibley Lake?
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, Electric Motors Only on Sibley Lake
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Sibley Lake?
Sibley Lake is open to non-motorized craft and offers an accessible fishing dock on the shoreline. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sibley Lake?
Buffalo, Wyoming. Shell Falls Visitor Center, at the overlook of Shell Falls, is about 25 miles southwest.
Source: Getting there
What if Sibley Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Prune Creek (1.3 mi), Pine Island Group Area (1.7 mi), and Tie Flume (4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby