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Porcupine Campground (Wy)

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Worland, WY, WY

Price: From $18.5 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (66 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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/porcupine-campground-wy to be notified when sites open up.

Scenic campground along Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway with excellent recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Google reviewers praise the spacious sites, fire rings, and quiet, dark atmosphere in the Bighorns.

Wildlife alert: 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.

Insider tips for Porcupine Campground (Wy): Book 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.

Skip Porcupine Campground (Wy) 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..

Best time to visit Porcupine Campground (Wy): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Bald Mountain Campground (Worland, WY), North Tongue (WORLAND, WY), Pine Island Group Area (WORLAND, WY), Prune Creek (WORLAND, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Porcupine Campground (Wy)

Cell signal at Porcupine Campground (Wy) (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★ 4.3 (66 reviews)From $18.5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

    Best for:AnglersHikersWildlife watchersSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    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
    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:✕ 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 entry

    Book 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 + intel

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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: 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

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    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

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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 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.

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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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    FAQ
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    Pine Island Group Area

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    Prune Creek

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