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Open to self-supported camping as long as weather permits (no trash collection, water, or cleaning)
Recreation Region: Paintrock Recreation Region

Medicine Lodge Lake Campground

Medicine Lodge Lake Campground is located in a remote setting on the shores of Upper Medicine Lodge Lake. Nearby trailheads offer access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness. 

Reservations

Reservations are not accepted. All campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

General Information

June - Labor Day, weather dependent

14 day stay limit

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night
Double Site (site #11): $40 per night for 1-16 people

Limit 8 people per site.       
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra fee at the campground.

Dogs must be on a leash.

An image of the Medicine Wheel Ranger District Office

Address: 95 Highway 16/20 Greybull, WY 82426
Phone: (307) 765-4435
Hours: Monday 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.bighorninfo@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.40056349

Longitude: -107.3875283

Elevation

9,300 feet

Directions

From Shell, WY, travel east on Hwy 14 for about 17 miles, then turn south onto Forest System Road (FSR) 17 for another  24.5 miles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 2nd, 2025