Cw220 campground
Cw220
Nearby points of interest include the nearby Buffalo Bill State Park, which offers a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The town of Cody, known as the "Rodeo Capital of the World," is also a short drive away and offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the American West.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are no electrical hookups available, but water is provided on-site.
Interesting facts about the area include that it is home to the world's largest mineral hot springs, which are located in nearby Thermopolis. The Shoshone National Forest is also home to the largest herd of bighorn sheep in the United States.
The best time of year to visit the Cw220 camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when temperatures average between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible by high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles, so visitors should plan accordingly.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/shoshone/recarea/?recid=12036
- https://www.visitcody.com/things-to-do/activities/camping/
- https://www.travelwyoming.com/article/camp-shoshone-national-forest
- https://www.nps.gov/state/wy/index.htm
What's on-site at Cw220
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Cw220 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gros Ventre River At Kelly Wy | 814 cfs | → |
| Snake River At Moose | 6,490 cfs | → |
| Gros Ventre River At Zenith Wy | 530 cfs | → |
| Granite C Ab Granite C Supplemental | 53 cfs | → |
| Cache Creek Near Jackson | 19 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Bel Cache Creek | 83 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Cw220 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson 12.3 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Moose - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jackson - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Phillips Bench | 8.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Phillips Bench Snotel | 7.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Grand Targhee Snotel | 62.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Grand Teton National Park
- Wayne May Park
- George Washington Memorial Park
- Mike Yokel Park
- Phil Baux Park
- Smith's Park
Fishing spots
- Jenny Lake
- Astoria Boating Site
- Pritchard Boating Site
- Elbow Boating Site
- Palisades Reservoir
- Jade Lakes
Points of interest
- Sleeping Indian Turnout
- Albright View Turnout
- Craig Thomas Discovery And Visitor Center
- Gros Ventre River Viewpoint
- Windy Point Turnout
- Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of South And Roaring Forks And Mainstem To Confluence With South Fork
- Headwaters Of North And South Forks And Mainstem To Boundary Of Jedediah Smith Wilderness
- 1st Gorge Lime
- South Park Bridge To 1 Mile Downstream From Astoria Hot Springs (North Section Line Of Sec 5, T38n, R116w)
- Badger Creek
- Astoria To West Table
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cw220 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Cw220
Can I make reservations at Cw220?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Cw220?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.