Owen Creek

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WORLAND, WY, WY

Price: From $18 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (37 reviews)

Season: May through October

Owen Creek Campground is located along the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Overlook and Woodrock areas 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, Showers, Fishing

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

Owen Creek offers 7 sites with fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, drinking water, and showers along the scenic Bighorn Byway at 8,400 feet elevation. Real campers rate it 5/5 stars, with one noting it as 'one of my favorites' despite no hookups.

Wildlife alert: Elk, Moose, Shiras Moose, White-tailed Deer, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Northern Flicker, Mountain Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, and Mountain Chickadee verified in the area.

Insider tips for Owen Creek: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 7 sites Bring a self-contained RV as no hookups are available Access via Forest Road 236 from Burgess Junction on U.S. Highway 14

Skip Owen Creek if: You need RV hookups. You're visiting outside May through October. You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities.

Best time to visit Owen Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Tie Flume (WORLAND, WY), Dead Swede (WORLAND, WY), Prune Creek (WORLAND, WY), Pine Island Group Area (WORLAND, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Owen Creek

Cell signal at Owen Creek (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★ 4.5 (37 reviews)From $18/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Owen Creek Campground is located along the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Overlook and Woodrock areas 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 RV50 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 TablesShowers
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✕ You're visiting outside May through October✕ You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 7 sites

Bring a self-contained RV as no hookups are available

Access via Forest Road 236 from Burgess Junction on U.S. Highway 14

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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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: Elk, Moose, Shiras Moose, White-tailed Deer, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Northern Flicker, Mountain Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, and Mountain Chickadee verified in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Dayton, Wyoming: Travel 27 miles on U.S. Highway 14 west, turn left (south) at Burgess Junction and continue on Hwy 14 for 5 miles until you reach Forest Road 236. Take a right on Forest Road 236 and continue about .2 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 Owen Creek cost per night?+
Owen Creek costs $18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Owen Creek open?+
Owen Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Owen Creek have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Owen Creek?+
Owen Creek can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Owen Creek?+
Owen Creek 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 Owen Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Owen Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Owen Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Owen Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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$18 /night★ 4.5 (37)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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