Ranger Creek Recreation Area

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Bighorn National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Bighorn National Forest Fees: Group reservation prices depend on number of people in a group; extra fees will be charged for exceeding the number of people stated in the reservation and will be collected at the campground. Family Standard Single sites are allowed to park two non-towed vehicles (and whatever they tow) at each campsite. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee, an additional $10/day fee will be collected… Season: Memorial Day - Labor Day Status: closed Reservations: Group site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or online . Overview Ranger Creek Group Campground is located just off the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) at an elevation of 7,500 feet. The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Rustic Freedom/Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: [email protected] Recreation Scenic off-road driving is available on Battle Creek Road to Medicine Lodge Lake, Ranger Creek Road to Shell Reservoir, Hunt Mountain Road and the Burgess Overlook Jeep trail. Diverse hiking opportunities vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks including access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness. The Adelaide Trail, for hiking and horseback riding is nearby, providing access to Shell Creek and the Shell Creek Trail. Many creeks, lakes and ponds dot the region, offering some… Getting there: Located 34 miles east of Greybull, Wyoming on U.S. Highway 14. Turn off onto Paintrock Lake Road (Forest Road 17). Ranger Creek Campground is 3.5 miles from the turnoff, 2 miles beyond Shell Creek Campground. Rules: 14 day stay limit Phone: 406-587-9054 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231834 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: GCC