Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

Regulations on 30 October 2026

Signs at the site and later resolutions prevail; check the source.

These hold everywhere inside the boundary, whether or not a site is marked.

• Regulated

  Camping & bivouac · All year

  In force on 30 October 2026

  J F M A M J J A S O N D

  Overnight camping is prohibited at all marina parking areas, historic ranches, boat ramps, roadside pull offs, restrooms, and trailhead parking areas.

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  • - Dispersed backcountry walk-in camping is allowed throughout the recreation area provided it is conducted at least one-half mile distance from developed areas.

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  • - Camping is limited to a maximum of 30 days per calendar year.

  Published by National Park Service · Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area Superintendent’s Compendium