TENSLEEP CREEK

Amenities Weather Recreation
November 2, 2024

Tensleep Creek Camping Area is located in the Bighorn National Forest in Wyoming. The campground is situated in a picturesque valley and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The nearby points of interest include the Bighorn Medicine Wheel, Shell Falls, and the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area.

The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water. The campground is first-come, first-served and has 27 campsites available.

An interesting fact about the area is that Tensleep Creek is named for the Native American practice of counting ten sleeps or days along the creek in order to gauge how long it would take to reach a nearby hunting ground.

The best time of year to visit Tensleep Creek Camping Area is from mid-June to September, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s during the day and dropping to the mid-40s to mid-50s at night. Overall, this campground is a great place to enjoy the natural beauty and serenity of the Bighorn National Forest.

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