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Hunter Campground

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: BUFFALO, WY, WY

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (46 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Hunter Trailhead is a campground constructed with the equestrian camper in mind, but available for all users. The campground is located in Johnson Country, Wyoming, just two miles off the Cloud Peak Scenic Byway on Highway 16. The winding drive to the campground travels two miles west of U.S.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Hunter Campground offers beautiful primitive campsites with excellent hosts (Stan & Libby) who provide helpful trail guidance. Campers praise the stunning wildflowers, clean facilities, and equestrian-friendly setup in a scenic mountain setting.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, Mountain Bluebird, Rufous Hummingbird, Vesper Sparrow, and Wandering Garter Snake observed in the area

Insider tips for Hunter Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 9 sites Ask camp hosts Stan & Libby for trail recommendations; they are knowledgeable and helpful Bring your horse; the campground has good equestrian facilities and riders report you can explore in any direction

Skip Hunter Campground if: You need hookups; no hookups available at campground. You want developed amenities; sites are primitive. You're planning a late September or fall trip; early snow is possible.

Best time to visit Hunter Campground: Summer — Wildflowers are breathtaking and weather is optimal for camping and horseback riding. Early September or earlier — Snow and cold temperatures can arrive as early as mid-September based on verified camper reports.

Nearby campgrounds: Middle Fork (Worland, WY), Circle Park Campground (Worland, WY), Tie Hack (WORLAND, WY), South Fork (Wyoming) (Worland, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hunter Campground

Cell signal at Hunter Campground (BUFFALO, 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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    BUFFALO, WY, WY★ 4.5 (46 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Hunter Trailhead is a campground constructed with the equestrian camper in mind, but available for all users. The campground is located in Johnson Country, Wyoming, just two miles off the Cloud Peak Scenic Byway on Highway 16. The winding drive to the campground travels two miles west of U.S.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsCamp Host
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Drinking Water

    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 hookups; no hookups available at campground✕ You want developed amenities; sites are primitive✕ You're planning a late September or fall trip; early snow is possible

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with only 9 sites

    Ask camp hosts Stan & Libby for trail recommendations; they are knowledgeable and helpful

    Bring your horse; the campground has good equestrian facilities and riders report you can explore in any direction

    Best: Summer

    Wildflowers are breathtaking and weather is optimal for camping and horseback riding

    Best: Early September or earlier

    Snow and cold temperatures can arrive as early as mid-September based on verified camper reports

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: Moose, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, Mountain Bluebird, Rufous Hummingbird, Vesper Sparrow, and Wandering Garter Snake observed in the area

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    307-684-7806· Bighorn National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Buffalo, travel west on Highway 16 for 13 miles. Turn off Highway 16 west onto Forest Road 19, where you will travel approximately 2 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Bighorn National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Bighorn National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Hunter Campground cost per night?+
    Hunter Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Hunter Campground open?+
    Hunter Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Hunter Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Hunter Campground?+
    Hunter Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Hunter Campground?+
    Hunter 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 Hunter Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hunter Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Hunter Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Hunter Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $22 /night★ 4.5 (46)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Hunter Campground cost per night?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Middle Fork

    Worland, WY

    From $20/night

    Circle Park Campground

    Worland, WY

    From $18.5/night

    Tie Hack

    WORLAND, WY

    From $20/night

    South Fork (Wyoming)

    Worland, WY

    From $20/night

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