Burgess Junction Visitor Center sits among the stunning landscapes of Bighorn National Forest in Wyoming . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Bighorn National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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Burgess Junction Visitor Center located in Wyoming, offering 50 camping sites.
Burgess Junction Visitor Center
A Rural campground in Wyoming
Overview
This Site Is Not Currently Accepting Reservations.
Nearby Attractions
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types:
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Wyoming
Coordinates: 44.7811389, -107.4776444
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $20-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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Annual Precip
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Best Visit Time
📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: Cheyenne/DENVER
Notes: Signals FROM Cheyenne/DENVER MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 10 stations (3 AM, 7 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTWO 1030 Am
Market: Cheyenne/CASPER
Notes: 3 AM, 7 FM Stations from Cheyenne/Casper
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 22.5 miles away
Address: 219 Main St, Shell, WY
Network: tesla-destination
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • Tesla
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 158243
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Bighorn National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/bighorn-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: bighorn-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Bighorn National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: bighorn-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 31.0
- States Covered: Wyoming
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1058
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1058, 1058.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: wyoming
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: bighorn-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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