Hunter Peak
HUNTER PEAK
Part of Shoshone National Forest
Overview
Hunter Peak Campground is located on the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway/State Highway 296, approximately four miles south of the junction with scenic Beartooth Highway/U.S. Highway 12. The campground is about 60 miles northeast of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming.Facilities
This small campground contains single-family campsites, each equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, hand-pumped water, and trash collection are provided. A host is on-site. Firewood may be gathered in the area.
Fuel and sundries are available in the nearby community of Crandall.
Sites 5, 6, 7, and 8 are available for reservation. Please click on the "Check Availability" button for more information.
Natural Features
The campground sits on the banks of the Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. A mixed conifer forest covers the campground. A variety of wildlife, including grizzly bear, deer and elk makes its home in the area.Recreation
The Clarks Fork offers outstanding fishing opportunities for rainbow and cutthroat trout. Many hiking trails are located in the area, including the Clarks Fork Trailhead, which is across the highway from the campground.Nearby Attractions
The Beartooth Highway was deemed "the most beautiful drive in America," by the late Charles Kuralt. It snakes across the rugged Beartooth Mountains from Red Lodge to Cooke City, Mont., and is the highest elevation highway in the Northern Rockies. Along the way, visitors are treated to sweeping views and plentiful outdoor recreation opportunities.Yellowstone National Park's northeast entrance is approximately 24 miles from the campground via the Beartooth Highway. The park offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, as well as breathtaking scenery and unique geological features.
Important Notices
- Grizzly bears frequent the area; all food, beverages, coolers, trash and other attractants must be properly stored at all times
- An additional fee is collected at the campground entrance for extra vehicles
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org .
Click here for more information on the Shoshone National Forest
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Kayaking
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
<p>From Cody, Wyo., travel north on State Highway 120 to Highway 296. Enjoy your drive along the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway as the campground is approximately 60 miles from Cody, and located on the left side of the highway. From the northeast entrance of Yellowstone Park or Red Lodge, MT, travel on U.S. Highway 212, which is part of the All-American Road - Beartooth Scenic Byway to the junction with State Highway 296. Take Highway 296 approximately 5 miles to the campground, which is on the right side of the highway.</p>
Contact Information
203A YELLOWSTONE AVECODY, WY 82414
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 007, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop HUNTER PEAK , Type Standard Nonelectric
