Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Worland, WY, WY★ 4.3 (66 reviews)From $18.5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Porcupine Campground is located along the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14A), 33 miles east of Lovell, Wyoming. The Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is nearby.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-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
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require running water at sites — only vault toilets and drinking water available.✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
federal campground fills up quickly.
Plenty of chopped firewood is stacked on-site.
Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark is nearby for day trips.
U.S. Highway 14A has a 10% grade
note for RV drivers.
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Moose, American Black Bear, and American Elk present in area. Also Chipping Sparrow, Common Nighthawk, Mountain Bluebird, Red-tailed Hawk, American Pika, and Yellow-bellied Marmot.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
406-587-9054· Bighorn National Forest
Getting there →
From Lovell, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14A (not U.S. Highway 14) 33 miles east, then 1.6 miles north on Forest Road 13. The highway has a 10% grade. From Dayton, Wyoming, take U.S. Highway 14/14A west 73 miles via Burgess Junction. This is the recommended route for RVs and motorhomes.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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, speakableHow much does Porcupine Campground (Wy) cost per night?+
Porcupine Campground (Wy) costs $18.5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Porcupine Campground (Wy) open?+
Porcupine Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Porcupine Campground (Wy) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Porcupine Campground (Wy)?+
Porcupine Campground (Wy) can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at Porcupine Campground (Wy)?+
Porcupine Campground (Wy) 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 Porcupine Campground (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Porcupine Campground (Wy) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Porcupine Campground (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
Porcupine Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$18.5 /night★ 4.3 (66)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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