Big Game Campground
Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming
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As of September 2026, Big Game Campground is a campground in Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming with 3 campsites. Big Game Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Big Game Campground is located at 44.4617° N, 109.6050° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 6
Big Game Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Campsites at Big Game Campground
- Standard 3
What an RV fits
- 29 ft1 site
- 30 ft1 site
- 48 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: River.
Things to do: fishing, wildlife, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Big Game Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the BIG GAME loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 006 | Standard | 6 | 30 ft |
| 007 | Standard | 6 | 29 ft |
| 009 | Standard | 6 | 48 ft |
About Big Game Campground
Overview
Big Game Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway about 29 miles west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is 23 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.
The Wapiti Wayside is less than a half-mile east of the campground, and offers interpretive information on bears and other local wildlife.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Campers are allowed to gather firewood in the area.
There is no water available at the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is situated among cottonwood and juniper trees, along the North Fork Shoshone River, at an elevation of 6,000 feet.
A wide variety of wildlife lives in the surrounding 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 23 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.
Rules and notices at Big Game Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Big Game Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
GRIZZLY BEARS FREQUENT THE AREA; ALL FOOD, BEVERAGES, COOLERS, TRASH AND OTHER ATTRACTANTS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AT ALL TIMES
An additional fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
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.
Click here for more information on the Shoshone National Forest
Big Game Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Game Campground?
Big Game Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Big Game Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Big Game 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 Big Game Campground have?
Big Game Campground has 3 campsites.
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