
10
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 ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND
Overview Island Park Campground is located in pine and spruce forest on West Tensleep Creek near West Tensleep Lake and the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Located 21 miles northeast of Ten Sleep, Wyoming, and 55 east of Worland, Wyoming, on US Hwy 16 this campground is nestled in the Bighorn National Forest offering a wide variety of activities including, hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: gccampgrounds13@gmail.com Recreation Meadowlark Lake is seven miles distant and allows motorized craft with a no-wake rule. West Tensleep Lake is a scenic, 125-acre lake open to non-motorized craft only, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and brook trout in the cool waters of the lake. Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and horseback riding trails and many fishing streams are available in the surrounding area. Facilities Meadowlark Lake is seven miles distant and allows motorized craft with a no-wake rule. West Tensleep Lake is a scenic, 125-acre lake open to non-motorized craft only, making it a perfect location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow, brown and brook trout in the cool waters of the lake. Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking and horseback riding trails and many fishing streams are available in the surrounding area. Natural Features West Tensleep Creek is adjacent to the campground and West Tensleep Lake is four miles away, along with other lakes and creeks. Hiking trails into the Cloud Peak Wilderness start about five miles from the campground. A forest of lodgepole pine, Douglas fir and spruce trees covers the area. Nearby Attractions 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 This old fire lookout was built by the CCC decades ago and is no longer active.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 Cloud Peak Wilderness and the surrounding area. Deer Haven Lodge and Meadowlark Lodge are nearby, offering dining, lodging, guided horseback riding and fishing and camping supplies. Charges & Cancellations Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. 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).
- 10 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (10).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.


Campsite Inventory
10 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
2:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-In, Pull-Through
Driveway Grade
Moderate, Slight
Driveway length (ft)
33, 40, 56, 57
Driveway surface
Gravel
Grills/Fire Ring
Yes
Max guests
8
Max vehicle length (ft)
30, 36, 52, 56
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Proximity to Water
Riverfront
Shade
Yes
Site length (ft)
14, 33, 40, 56
Site Rating
Standard
Site width (ft)
12, 13, 14, 15
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
406-587-9054
gccampgrounds13@gmail.com
Getting There
Drive 21 miles northeast of Ten Sleep, Wyoming, on US Highway 16; then go 3 miles north on FSR 27. From Buffalo, Wyoming, travel west 42 miles on US Hwy 16 to FSR 27 (at Deer Haven Lodge), turn right onto FSR 27 and go 3 miles north to campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND?
ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (10).
Where is ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND located?
ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND is in Wyoming near TEN SLEEP. Coordinates: 44.2053, -107.2372.
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