Leigh Creek Campground
Leigh Creek Campground is located about 35 miles east of Worland, Wyoming, on the west side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness area. Located in the Bighorn National Forest, visitors to the area enjoy a wide variety of activities including hiking, fishing, scenic driving, and a number of historic sites.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 5 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 54 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Tent only | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 |
| 05 | Tent only | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 |
| 06 | Tent only | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Full | Riverfront | 8 / 2 |
| 07 | Tent only | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 |
| 08 | Tent only | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | |
| 11 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Riverfront | 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 | 54 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| 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 $9.00/day fee at the campground. |
The campground offers several single-family sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump, and trash collection are provided. The nearest dump station is 22 miles away at Powder River Pass.
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 | $20 per night. Additional vehicle $9. Limit 2 vehicles per site and 8 people per site. 7 reservable sites. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit |
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Getting there
From Ten Sleep, WY, drive 7.5 miles on Hwy 16 to FSR 018 (WY Hwy 435). Bear right and travel nearly 1 more mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Ten Sleep, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.0809° N, 107.3136° 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
47 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 ↗ | 11.5 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Bighorn National Forest begins about 8.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 8.7 miBighorn National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,112,948 acres
- 13.1 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
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On the National Register nearby
- Emerson Parks HouseBuilding · Ten Sleep · 7.2 mi
- James T. Saban LookoutStructure · Ten Sleep · 7.3 mi
- Ten Sleep MercantileBuilding · Ten Sleep · 7.5 mi
Natural features
The campground sits on the banks of Tensleep Creek surrounded by a forest of lodgepole pine. Many lakes and streams are found in the surrounding Bighorn Mountains.
Recreation
Off-highway 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, which is 14 miles northeast of the campground. Meadowlark Lake is about 11 miles from the campground. This small lake allows motorized craft at a wake-less speed. West Tensleep Lake is 14 miles northeast of the campground and is open to non-motorized craft only. Both lakes are great locations for canoeing and fishing.
Nearby
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. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding and fishing and camping supplies.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Leigh Creek Campground?
Sites at Leigh Creek 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 Leigh Creek Campground?
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $9.00/day fee at the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Leigh Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Leigh Creek Campground 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 Leigh Creek Campground have?
11 sites, including 5 tent-only sites and 5 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Leigh Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 54 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 Leigh Creek Campground?
The nearest dump station is 22 miles away at Powder River Pass.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Leigh Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Leigh Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Leigh Creek Campground?
Off-highway vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and additional fishing streams are available in the surrounding area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Leigh Creek Campground?
Ten Sleep, Wyoming. The High Park Lookout is located just east of Meadowlark Lake.
Source: Getting there
What if Leigh Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Boulder Park Campground (6.5 mi), Willow Park (8 mi), and Lakeview Bighorn (8.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby