Clearwater Campground

Shoshone National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Cody, WY, WY

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$90 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (29 reviews)

Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day

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

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/clearwater-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Small 12-site tent campground on the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway with excellent hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Located conveniently between Cody and Yellowstone's east entrance with spacious, private sites and incredible views.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear, Moose, American Bison, North American River Otter, and Mule Deer present in area. Bear boxes provided at campground.

Insider tips for Clearwater Campground: Book early - this is a popular federal campground Camp host provides knowledgeable bear safety advice and wildlife warnings Firewood available for purchase on-site

Skip Clearwater Campground if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available. You prefer year-round camping - seasonal operations only. You want solitude and minimal host interaction - camp host actively engages with campers.

Best time to visit Clearwater Campground: Memorial Day - Labor Day — Only operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Wapiti Campground (CODY, WY), Rex Hale (CODY, WY), Big Game Campground (CODY, WY), Threemile Campground (Cody, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Clearwater Campground

Cell signal at Clearwater Campground (Cody, WY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Cody, WY, WY★ 4.6 (29 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.The campground offers one group camping area, which provides private parking, three large picnic tables, two food storage lockers and campfire circle.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesBear Boxes
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - no hookups available✕ You prefer year-round camping - seasonal operations only✕ You want solitude and minimal host interaction - camp host actively engages with campers

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early - this is a popular federal campground

Camp host provides knowledgeable bear safety advice and wildlife warnings

Firewood available for purchase on-site

Best: Memorial Day - Labor Day

Only operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Grizzly Bear, Moose, American Bison, North American River Otter, and Mule Deer present in area. Bear boxes provided at campground.

Location

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From Cody, Wyo., follow Sheridan Avenue west through Cody until the road leaves town, and becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14/16/20). The campground is 32 miles west of Cody, on the south side of the highway and next to the river.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Shoshone National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Shoshone National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Clearwater Campground cost per night?+
Clearwater Campground costs $15–$90 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Clearwater Campground open?+
Clearwater Campground is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Clearwater Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Clearwater Campground?+
Clearwater Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Clearwater Campground?+
Clearwater Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Clearwater Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Clearwater Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Clearwater Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Clearwater Campground is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$15 /night★ 4.6 (29)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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What season is Clearwater Campground open?+
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Wapiti Campground

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Big Game Campground

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From $15/night

Threemile Campground

Cody, WY

From $20/night

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