Thunder Basin National Grassland
The Thunder Basin National Grassland is located in northeastern Wyoming in the Powder River Basin between the Big Horn Mountains and the Black Hills. Elevation on the National Grassland ranges from 3,600 to 5,200 feet and the climate is semi arid. The Douglas Ranger District manages Thunder Basin National Grassland.
Popular recreation activities include hunting, dispersed camping, OHV riding, recreational shooting, scenic driving and nature viewing.
Recreation Sites
East Iron Creek Reservoir
Site Open
This is a warm-water fishery with small-mouth bass and blue gill.
East Upton Trailhead
Site Open
In the northeastern-most corner of Thunder Basin National Grassland, just 2 miles north of Upton, Wyoming.
Kellogg Reservoir
Site Open
This is a warm-water fishery with small-mouth bass and blue gill.
Kellogg Trailhead
Site Open
In the northeastern-most corner of Thunder Basin National Grassland.
Little Thunder Reservoir
Site Open
This is a warm-water fishery with small-mouth bass and blue gill.
Soda Well Picnic Site
Site Open
This picnic site is located in the Thunder Basin National Grassland, on land that was once the site of Weston, Wyoming, and has great scenic views. There is a picnic shelter, but water is not…
Turner Reservoir
Site Open
Turner Reservoir is a four-acre fishing pond in the northeast corner of Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is a loading ramp, fishing pier and picnic table, as well as a vault toilet on…
Weston Recreation Area
Site Open
This popular recreation area is located on the Thunder Basin National Grassland, about 30 miles north of Gillette via State Highway 59, and is accessible year-round. There are 15 miles of looping…