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Clearwater Campground

Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming

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As of October 2026, Clearwater Campground is a campground in Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming with 4 campsites. Clearwater Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Clearwater Campground is located at 44.4622° N, 109.6683° W.

people allowed on 1 of 4 sites: 50

Clearwater Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 16 consecutive days

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

Campsites at Clearwater Campground

345

Tent 3
Group 1
Hookups 4

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Clearwater Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Hookups
Group Area Site	East -Reservable Group Area	Group	50	Electric, Water
03	West Area	Tent	-	Electric, Water
04	West Area	Tent	-	Electric, Water
05	West Area	Tent	-	Electric, Water

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

The campground offers one group camping area, which provides private parking, three large picnic tables, two food storage lockers and campfire circle.

Additionally, 11 single-family campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and food storage locker.

Vault toilets and trash collection are provided, but drinking water is not available. Campers may gather firewood from the area.

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.

Rules and notices at Clearwater Campground

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

Utility hookups are not available

Be sure to bring plenty of drinking water and to empty black water tanks prior to arrival; there is no water or dump station available at the campground.

Pack and saddle stock animals are not permitted within the campground

Recreational use of off-road vehicles is prohibited within developed campgrounds; to operate on Forest Service roads, all off-road vehicles must have proper state registration or a Wyoming ORV sticker on display

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 .

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Clearwater Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Clearwater Campground?

Clearwater 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 Clearwater Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Clearwater 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 Clearwater Campground have?

Clearwater Campground has 4 campsites.