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Ranger Creek Recreation Area

Bighorn National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundBighorn NF / SheridanWyoming⭐ 4.3 (20)
Ranger Creek Recreation Area
🟢 6 open windows right now — soonest Sat Aug 29–Tue Sep 1
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 6 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Ranger Creek Recreation Area in Wyoming has 6 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Aug 29–Tue Sep 1. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sat Aug 29 – Tue Sep 13 nightsbook these dates →opened 8h ago👥 East #001 & East #002 next to each othersites East #001, #002, #004, #005, West #006
Sun Aug 30 – Wed Sep 23 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 West #GRP1, #007
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →sites West #008
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights👥 group🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, East #001–East #003 next to each othersites 👥 West #GRP1, East #001, #002, #003, #005, West #006, #008
Sun Sep 6 – Wed Sep 93 nightsbook these dates →sites East #003
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →opened 8h agosites East #004

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite West #GRP1 — Ranger Creek Rec Area - Group Area Grills
Site West #GRP1 · Ranger Creek Rec Area - Group Area GrillsGCC
Campsite West #GRP1 — Ranger Creek Rec Area - Group Area Horseshoe Pits
Site West #GRP1 · Ranger Creek Rec Area - Group Area Horseshoe PitsGCC

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 20 openings at Ranger Creek Recreation Area over the last 30 days, on 20 separate days, most of them for stays 2–10 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $18.5/nightGroup Standard Area NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 horseback riding🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.3★★★★☆19 ratings
5★13
4★3
3★1
2★0
1★2
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T0.0/4
T-Mobile0.0/4
Verizon0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Ranger Creek Recreation Area FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Ranger Creek Recreation Area?

Ranger Creek Recreation Area in Wyoming takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Ranger Creek Recreation Area?

Campsite fees at Ranger Creek Recreation Area run about $18.5/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Ranger Creek Recreation Area when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Ranger Creek Recreation Area often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Ranger Creek Recreation Area?

CampSage's scans caught 20 openings at Ranger Creek Recreation Area over the last 30 days, on 20 separate days, most of them for stays 2–10 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Ranger Creek Recreation Area a good campground?

Ranger Creek Recreation Area holds an average rating of 4.3/5 from 20 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Ranger Creek Recreation Area?

Campers report no usable signal at Ranger Creek Recreation Area — every carrier we have reports for rates 0 out of 5 across 12 reports. Plan for no service. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — coverage can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Ranger Creek Recreation Area located?

Ranger Creek Recreation Area is located in Bighorn NF / Sheridan, Wyoming. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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