Porcupine Campground
Porcupine Campground is located along the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14A), 33 miles east of Lovell, Wyoming. The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is nearby. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic natural beauty, recreational opportunities and excellent habitat for a variety of wildlife species. Fishing is popular on nearby streams and lakes.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 08 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 09 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 11 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
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 | 100 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Two non-towed vehicles (and whatever they tow) may be parked at each campsite. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee, an additional $10/day fee will be collected at the campground for the second vehicle. |
The campground offers single-family sites, each with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump and trash collection are provided. The nearest dump station is 25 miles east at Burgess Junction.
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 | June - 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 | $20 per night. Additional vehicle $9. Limit 2 vehicles per site and 8 people per site. 12 reservable sites. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit |
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Getting there
From Lovell, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14A (not U.S. Highway 14) 33 miles east, then 1.6 miles north on Forest Road 13. The highway has a 10% grade. From Dayton, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14/14A west 73 miles via Burgess Junction. This is the recommended route for RVs and motorhomes.
| Nearest town | Lovell, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.8308° N, 107.8583° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The administering organization is 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
32 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 ↗ | 21.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 44.9 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is four miles from the campground. This unique geoglyph signifies all creation, all races of people, birds, fish, animals, trees and stones. According to tribal beliefs, the circular shape of the wheel represents the earth, sun, moon, cycles of life, seasons and day to night. High Country Lodge is nearby, offering guided horseback riding and backcountry pack trips, off-road vehicle rentals and guided fishing trips.
- 1.5 miLittle Bighorn West Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 10.7 miCottonwood Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.3 miTongue River Fishing East ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miBucking Mule Falls ↗17.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 1.6 miLittle Horn ↗16.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.3 miPorcupine Falls0.4 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 3.3 miPetes Hole3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miMayland2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miBeaver Creek Mesa3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miJaws TH ↗Bighorn National Forest
- 1.5 miLittle Bighorn West 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
Bighorn National Forest begins about 7.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.8 miBighorn 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
- M L RanchBuilding · Lovell · 14.7 mi
Natural features
Nearby Bald Mountain is part of the Bighorn Range in northern Wyoming. A forest of pine and aspen covers the campground at an elevation of 8,900 feet. Temperatures can drop significantly once the sun goes down. Summer daytime temperatures range from 60s-90s with nighttime temperatures down to the 50s. June is sometimes rainy while the rest of the summer offers fair, clear, sunny days. Thunderstorms and snowstorms can arise at any time. Autumn temperatures are cool with frosts by mid-September.
Recreation
From the area's historic mining sites to the ancient Native American Medicine Wheel, to hiking through open meadows and along the cliffs on the west rim of the mountains, the Bighorn National Forest offers many recreational opportunities. Jaws Trailhead is near the campground, offering access to Bucking Mule Falls Trail and Porcupine Creek. Scenic off-road driving is available on Hunt Mountain Road or Burgess Overlook jeep trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Porcupine Campground?
Sites at Porcupine Campground 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 Porcupine Campground?
Two non-towed vehicles (and whatever they tow) may be parked at each campsite. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee, an additional $10/day fee will be collected at the campground for the second vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Porcupine Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Porcupine Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June - Labor Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Porcupine Campground have?
16 sites, including 13 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Porcupine Campground?
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
Are there showers or a dump station at Porcupine Campground?
The nearest dump station is 25 miles east at Burgess Junction.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Porcupine Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Porcupine Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Porcupine Campground?
From the area's historic mining sites to the ancient Native American Medicine Wheel, to hiking through open meadows and along the cliffs on the west rim of the mountains, the Bighorn National Forest offers many recreational opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Porcupine Campground?
Lovell, Wyoming. The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is four miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Porcupine Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bald Mountain Campground (1.8 mi), Five Springs Falls Campground (5.8 mi, first-come), and Cottonwood Creek Campground (10.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby