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Lakeview Bighorn

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WORLAND, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (105 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lakeview Campground is located on Meadowlark Lake about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming on the west side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The 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 campgroun

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Fishing

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

Highly rated (4.5/5 stars) federal campground with large, well-maintained sites and excellent facilities including clean vault toilets. Located on scenic Meadowlark Lake near Cloud Peak Wilderness Area with exceptional stargazing and diverse recreation opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Red Squirrel, Dark-eyed Junco, Western Wood-Pewee, Cassin's Finch

Insider tips for Lakeview Bighorn: Book early — federal campground fills quickly Choose lakeside sites for water views or road-adjacent sites for easier access Visit for dark sky stargazing — area noted for excellent night sky clarity

Skip Lakeview Bighorn if: Need RV hookups — none available at most sites; self-contained RVs only. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure. Prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only, no showers.

Best time to visit Lakeview Bighorn: July-September — Peak season within May-October operating window; optimal weather for hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Nearby campgrounds: Sitting Bull (WORLAND, WY), Willow Park (WORLAND, WY), Boulder Park Campground (Worland, WY), Island Park Campground (Worland, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lakeview Bighorn

Cell signal at Lakeview Bighorn (WORLAND, 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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    WORLAND, WY, WY★ 4.6 (105 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Lakeview Campground is located on Meadowlark Lake about 50 miles east of Worland, Wyoming on the west side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The 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 single-family sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV70 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesDump Station
    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:✕ Need RV hookups — none available at most sites; self-contained RVs only✕ Visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure✕ Prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only, no showers

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    federal campground fills quickly

    Choose lakeside sites for water views or road-adjacent sites for easier access

    Visit for dark sky stargazing

    area noted for excellent night sky clarity

    Best: July-September

    Peak season within May-October operating window; optimal weather for hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing

    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, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Red Squirrel, Dark-eyed Junco, Western Wood-Pewee, Cassin's Finch

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    406-587-9054· Bighorn National Forest
    support@rusticfreedom.com
    Getting there →

    From Worland, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 16 east for 52 miles.

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    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 Lakeview Bighorn cost per night?+
    Lakeview Bighorn costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Lakeview Bighorn open?+
    Lakeview Bighorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lakeview Bighorn have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lakeview Bighorn?+
    Lakeview Bighorn can accommodate RVs up to 70 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Lakeview Bighorn?+
    Lakeview Bighorn 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 Lakeview Bighorn?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lakeview Bighorn is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lakeview Bighorn open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lakeview Bighorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4.6 (105)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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