12
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND
Overview Clearwater Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway, about 32 miles west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is 20 miles east of the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and viewing local wildlife. Recreation Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. The North Fork of the Shoshone River is a popular fly-fishing location for rainbow and Yellowstone cutthroat trout. Facilities Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. The North Fork of the Shoshone River is a popular fly-fishing location for rainbow and Yellowstone cutthroat trout. Natural Features The campground is situated on the banks of the North Fork of the Shoshone River and has beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Douglas fir and large juniper trees cover the campground, which sits at an elevation of 6,000 feet. A wide variety of wildlife lives in the area. Visitors often glimpse grizzly bears, deer, elk, bison, moose, fox, coyotes and bald eagles. Nearby Attractions Pahaska Tepee, west of the campground, is home to Buffalo Bill's original hunting lodge, built in 1904. Tours are offered daily between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Pahaska also offers guided horseback rides, a gift shop, restaurant and lodging. Yellowstone National Park's east entrance is 25 miles from the campground via the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway. The park offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, as well as breathtaking scenery and unique geological features. The small, historic city of Cody offers a variety of dining, lodging and shopping options. The Buffalo Bill Historical Center offers extensive displays of Greater Yellowstone natural history, Plains Indians artifacts, western art, firearms, Buffalo Bill memorabilia and a wild sheep exhibit.
- 12 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (12).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND special
Positioned along the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway just thirty-two miles west of Cody and only twenty miles from the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Clearwater Campground is one of the most strategically located campgrounds in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem. The North Fork of the Shoshone River rushes past the campground through a dramatic volcanic canyon where towering rock formations and hoodoos have been sculpted by millennia of wind and water. Grizzly bears, moose, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles are regularly spotted in the surrounding Shoshone National Forest, giving wildlife watchers reason to keep binoculars close at all times. Fly fishing on the North Fork is exceptional, with healthy populations of Yellowstone cutthroat trout rising to dry flies in the clear mountain current. Summer is the peak season, when long days allow for morning trips into Yellowstone and lazy afternoons back at camp. Early fall brings bugling elk, golden cottonwoods along the river, and thinner crowds at the park entrance. Clearwater Campground is ideal for Yellowstone-bound families who want a quieter alternative to in-park campgrounds, serious anglers targeting native trout, and road trippers drawn to one of America's most scenic drives. Few campgrounds anywhere can match this combination of wild river, dramatic geology, abundant wildlife, and gateway access to Yellowstone.
Campsite Inventory
12 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-In
Driveway length (ft)
30
Driveway surface
Gravel
GRILLS
Yes
Max guests
50
Max vehicle length (ft)
30
Minimum guests
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Privacy
Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
307-527-6921 - THIS NUMBER IS NOT FOR RESERVATIONS. FOR RESERVATION OR INQUIRIES ABOUT RESERVATION STATUS, GO TO RECREATION.GOV 1-877-444-6777
Getting There
From Cody, Wyo., follow Sheridan Avenue west through Cody until the road leaves town, and becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14/16/20). The campground is 32 miles west of Cody, on the south side of the highway and next to the river.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND?
CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (12).
Where is CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND located?
CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND is in Wyoming near Cody. Coordinates: 44.4622, -109.6683.
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