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Prune Creek Campground

Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming

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As of October 2026, Prune Creek Campground is a campground in Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming with 16 campsites. Prune Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Prune Creek Campground is located at 44.7689° N, 107.4686° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Prune Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days

Published by Recreation.gov for Prune Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Prune Creek Campground

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Standard 16

What an RV fits

30 ft2 sites
35 ft3 sites
40 ft6 sites
45 ft2 sites
50 ft2 sites
55 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography, offroad.

All sites at Prune Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the PRUN loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	8	55 ft
002	Standard	8	40 ft
003	Standard	8	40 ft
004	Standard	8	40 ft
005	Standard	8	30 ft
006	Standard	8	35 ft
007	Standard	8	35 ft
008	Standard	8	45 ft
009	Standard	8	40 ft
010	Standard	8	40 ft
014	Standard	8	35 ft
015	Standard	8	30 ft
016	Standard	8	45 ft
017	Standard	8	50 ft
018	Standard	8	50 ft
019	Standard	8	40 ft

About Prune Creek Campground

Overview

Prune Creek Campground is located along the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Junction at an elevation of 7,700 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 Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: gccampgrounds13@gmail.com

Recreation

Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking, fishing and canoeing 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.

Nearby Sibley Lake is open to non-motorized craft and offers an accessible fishing dock on the shoreline. Anglers fish for rainbow, brown and brook trout.

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the South Fork Tongue River in the Bighorn Mountains, where craggy granite peaks rise over 13,000 feet above sea level. A forest of lodgepole pines covers the area, creating excellent wildlife habitat.

Nearby Attractions

Shell Falls Visitor Center, at the overlook of Shell Falls, is about 23 miles southwest. This center offers interpretive trails, scenic views, and educational displays about natural features such as flora and fauna and area history.

The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is about 28 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, the cycles of life, seasons and day to night.

Arrowhead Lodge, Bear Lodge and Elk View Inn are nearby, offering off-road vehicle rentals and fishing supplies, as well as dining options and general stores.

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).

Rules and notices at Prune Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Prune Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The administering organization reserves the right to substitute sites without prior notice.

Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $10.00 fee at the campground.

Groups larger than 20 people must use a Day Use facility; Willow Park, Hettinger, Ranger Creek Recreation Area or Pine Island offer group camping

Firewood bundles may be purchased from the campground host.

Click here for more information on the Bighorn National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This 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 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).

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Prune Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Prune Creek Campground?

Prune Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 16 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Prune Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Prune Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Prune Creek Campground have?

Prune Creek Campground has 16 campsites.