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Campground · WY

WEST TENSLEEP LAKE

WY · Bighorn National Forest

WEST TENSLEEP LAKE is generally hard to book. Across the 4 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in August (9/10) and eases to its lowest in September (6/10). 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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  5. May–
  6. Jun8
  7. Jul8
  8. Aug9
  9. Sep6
  10. Oct–
  11. Nov–
  12. Dec–
1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (August), arrivals are lightest on Thursday — 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

  • 1 tent-only sites
  • 9 RV sites
  • Max RV length 45 ft

Activities: WILDLIFE VIEWING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BOATING, BIKING, OFF ROAD VEHICLE TRAILS

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at West Tensleep Lake 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. Firewood may be purchased from the campground host.

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