What are the hours and season for Hettinger Group Area?

Hettinger Group Area is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Hettinger Group Area?

Hettinger Group Area is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Hettinger Group Area"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hettinger-group-area to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Hettinger Group Area

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Worland, WY5 (1)

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Hettinger Group Campground is located 14 miles west of Buffalo, Wyoming on the east side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The surrounding Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Rustic Freedom / Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: support@rusticfreedom.comFor facility specific information, please call (307) 431-7446.The campground offers one group site that can accommodate up to 150 people, and can be used for overnight camping or day-use picnicking.

Things to do nearby

Bighorn National ForestCloud Peak WildernessPowder River

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchers

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Dump Station

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Hettinger Group Area cost per night?+

Hettinger Group Area costs $20 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Hettinger Group Area open?+

Hettinger Group Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Hettinger Group Area have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Hettinger Group Area?+

Hettinger Group Area can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Hettinger Group Area?+

Hettinger Group Area is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Hettinger Group Area from the nearest town?+

Hettinger Group Area is located in Worland, WY. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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