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ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND

WY · Bighorn National Forest

ISLAND PARK CAMPGROUND is generally hard to book. Difficulty holds fairly steady across the 3 months we have reservation data for. The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
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Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 10 RV sites
  • Max RV length 75 ft

Activities: OFF ROAD VEHICLE TRAILS, ROCK CLIMBING, SCENIC DRIVE, WOOD CUTTING, STAR GAZING, FIRE LOOKOUTS/CABINS OVERNIGHT, WILDLIFE VIEWING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, MOUNTAIN CLIMBING, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, FISHING, CLIMBING, BOATING, BIKING, CANOEING, BIRDING, KAYAKING, HIKING

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Island Park Campground?

Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $9.00/day fee at the campground.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Location

Where it is