Sitting Bull

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 (167 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sitting Bull Campground is located 51 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 several sing

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/sitting-bull to be notified when sites open up.

Sitting Bull offers scenic views overlooking meadows near Cloud Peak Wilderness Area with highly-rated hospitality (4.8/5 stars). Campers consistently praise the helpful camp host, clean facilities, and access to hiking trails in Bighorn National Forest.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and Long-tailed Weasel present in area. Birds include Western Wood-Pewee, Dark-eyed Junco, and Cassin's Finch.

Insider tips for Sitting Bull: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited sites Bring a self-contained RV or expect vault toilets; no hookups available Ask the camp host for hiking trail recommendations and firewood availability

Skip Sitting Bull if: You require RV hookups. You need year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You prefer developed campground amenities.

Best time to visit Sitting Bull: Late June - September — Campground operates May through October; late June reviews highlight excellent conditions with available firewood and optimal hiking weather.

Nearby campgrounds: Lakeview Bighorn (WORLAND, WY), Willow Park (WORLAND, WY), Island Park Campground (Worland, WY), Boulder Park Campground (Worland, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sitting Bull

Cell signal at Sitting Bull (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 (167 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sitting Bull Campground is located 51 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 several 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 RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites5 sites
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 require RV hookups✕ You need year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You prefer developed campground amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited sites

Bring a self-contained RV or expect vault toilets; no hookups available

Ask the camp host for hiking trail recommendations and firewood availability

Best: Late June - September

Campground operates May through October; late June reviews highlight excellent conditions with available firewood and optimal hiking weather

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: Moose, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and Long-tailed Weasel present in area. Birds include Western Wood-Pewee, Dark-eyed Junco, and Cassin's Finch.

Location

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Getting there →

From Ten Sleep, Wyoming: Take Hwy 16 east for approximately 20 miles to Forest Service Road 432. Turn left on FSR 432 and continue about a mile to 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Sitting Bull cost per night?+
Sitting Bull costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sitting Bull open?+
Sitting Bull is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sitting Bull have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sitting Bull?+
Sitting Bull can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sitting Bull?+
Sitting Bull 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 Sitting Bull?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sitting Bull is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sitting Bull open, and what are check-in times?+
Sitting Bull is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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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$20 /night★ 4.6 (167)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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