North Tongue

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WORLAND, WY, WY

Price: From $18 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (78 reviews)

Season: May through October

North Tongue Campground is located just off the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Junction at an elevation of 8,400 feet. The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites.

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

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

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

Small, secluded woodsy campground set alongside a babbling creek in the high Bighorn Mountains near Burgess Junction with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and a 4.7/5 Google rating.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Elk, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, Common Nighthawk, Red Crossbill

Insider tips for North Tongue: Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites Campground opens after Memorial Day but no later than June 6; confirm opening date before traveling Located at 8,400 feet elevation on Bighorn Scenic Byway with access to hiking, fishing, and off-road vehicle trails

Skip North Tongue if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available. You require self-contained RV water and waste systems. You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonally closed.

Best time to visit North Tongue: May through October — Official operating season; opens after Memorial Day, no later than June 6.

Nearby campgrounds: Pine Island Group Area (WORLAND, WY), Prune Creek (WORLAND, WY), Sibley Lake (WORLAND, WY), Owen Creek (WORLAND, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at North Tongue

Cell signal at North Tongue (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 (78 reviews)From $18/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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North Tongue Campground is located just off the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Junction at an elevation of 8,400 feet. The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites.

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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 RV100 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 require self-contained RV water and waste systems✕ You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonally closed

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites

Campground opens after Memorial Day but no later than June 6; confirm opening date before traveling

Located at 8,400 feet elevation on Bighorn Scenic Byway with access to hiking, fishing, and off-road vehicle trails

Best: May through October

Official operating season; opens after Memorial Day, no later than June 6

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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, Elk, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Mountain Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, Common Nighthawk, Red Crossbill

Location

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Getting there →

From Dayton, Wyoming: Travel 29 miles west on U.S. Highway 14. At Burgess Junction, turn right on Burgess Overlook Road (Forest Road 15), where U.S. Highway 14A begins. Continue 1.5 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does North Tongue cost per night?+
North Tongue costs $18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is North Tongue open?+
North Tongue is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does North Tongue have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at North Tongue?+
North Tongue can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at North Tongue?+
North Tongue 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 North Tongue?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at North Tongue is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is North Tongue open, and what are check-in times?+
North Tongue is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$18 /night★ 4.6 (78)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Pine Island Group Area

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Sibley Lake

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From $20.5/night

Owen Creek

WORLAND, WY

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