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Wapiti Campground

Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming

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As of October 2026, Wapiti Campground is a campground in Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming with 15 campsites. Wapiti Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Wapiti Campground is located at 44.4661° N, 109.6236° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Wapiti Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Wapiti Campground

45691116212225273031363739

Standard 8
RV 7
Accessible 15
Hookups 7

What an RV fits

35–39 ft2 sites
40–44 ft3 sites
45–49 ft6 sites
85–89 ft1 site
90–94 ft1 site
110–114 ft1 site
115–119 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: River.

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

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

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
04	EAST	RV	8	49 ft	Electric	Accessible
05	EAST	RV	8	90 ft	Electric	Accessible
06	EAST	RV	8	42 ft	Electric	Accessible
09	EAST	RV	8	46 ft	Electric	Accessible
11	EAST	RV	8	36 ft	Electric	Accessible
16	EAST	RV	8	42 ft	Electric	Accessible
21	EAST	RV	8	48 ft	Electric	Accessible
22	WEST	Standard	8	45 ft	-	Accessible
25	WEST	Standard	8	46 ft	-	Accessible
27	WEST	Standard	8	43 ft	-	Accessible
30	WEST	Standard	8	35 ft	-	Accessible
31	WEST	Standard	8	48 ft	-	Accessible
36	WEST	Standard	8	115 ft	-	Accessible
37	WEST	Standard	8	110 ft	-	Accessible
39	WEST	Standard	8	86 ft	-	Accessible

About Wapiti Campground

Overview

Wapiti Campground is located is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway about 30 miles west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is 22 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 located less than a quarter-mile east of the campground and offers interpretive information on grizzly bears and other local wildlife.

Facilities

The campground offers accessible single- and double-family campsites, many of which have electric hookups. Sites 1 through 21 are standard RV Electric and have both 15 amp and 30 amp electrical hookups, and sites 22 through 40 are Standard Nonelectric. Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring and food storage locker. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Campers may gather firewood in the area.

Natural Features

The campground is situated among cottonwood and juniper trees, along the North Fork of the Shoshone River, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Ancient cliffs from the Absaroka volcanic mud flow tower above the campground.

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 22 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 Wapiti Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Wapiti 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

Horses and other livestock are not allowed to stay in the campground, but may pass through to access trails

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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Wapiti Campground FAQ

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

Wapiti Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 15 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Wapiti Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Wapiti 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 Wapiti Campground have?

Wapiti Campground has 15 campsites.