Owen Creek

Star4.51
56 reviews
FOREST ROAD 236, DAYTON, WY 82836, USA

Quick Facts

8,400 ft

Price

$18/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

7 campsites

Season

Open June 5 to Septe...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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January 2026

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Owen Creek
$18.00 - $18.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. Additional $9.00/day fee for a second vehicle. Firewood bundles...
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Standard Site Fee$18.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.51

Top-Rated

Based on 56 reviews

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"Overall, Owen Creek Campground has received positive reviews, with an average sentiment of 4.31 out of 5 for campground-specific experiences. Users frequently praise the campground's beauty, wildlife, and quiet atmosphere, with many highlighting the well-maintained facilities and friendly camp hosts."

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FOREST ROAD 236, DAYTON, WY 82836, USA

Owen Creek

FOREST ROAD 236, DAYTON, WY 82836, USA

Driving directionsFrom Dayton, Wyoming: Travel 27 miles on U.S. Highway 14 west, turn left (south) at Burgess Junction and continue on Hwy 14 for 5 miles until you reach Forest Road 236. Take a right on Forest Road 236 and continue about 0.2 miles to the campground.
The campground is accessible via paved U.S. Highway 14 and a short drive on Forest Road 236. There are no navigation challenges indicated, and the roads leading to the campground seem well-maintained.
Nearby places
Dayton (27 miles, approximately 35 minutes)
Burgess Junction (5 miles, approximately 10 minutes).
Nearby supplies
Nearby lodges such as Bear Lodge and Elk View Inn provide supplies, dining options, off-road vehicle rentals, and fishing supplies. Distance from Owen Creek Campground is approximately 5-10 miles.

Best Time to Camp at Owen Creek

Summer arrives late at Owen Creek, bringing crisp mornings that give way to pleasantly warm afternoons under brilliant blue skies. The peak camping season delivers ideal conditions with moderate temperatures and minimal rainfall, creating perfect days for outdoor adventures. As autumn approaches, the aspens burst into golden flames against the evergreens. Winter transforms the campground into a snow-laden wonderland, with heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures making it accessible only to the most intrepid winter enthusiasts.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5

Peak season (June 5–Sept 15) praised for pleasant days, crisp mornings, abundant wildlife and scenic beauty.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Likely good (aspens, cooler weather) but limited explicit fall-specific reviews; season ends mid-Sept.

Spring(Mar-May)
2.5 / 5

Spring likely cold with late season arrival of summer; campground opens June 5, limited spring info.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Campground closed outside June 5–Sept 15; no winter-season data.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: June 5, 2025 - September 15, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open June 5 to September 15 (2025).
  • Current Alerts: No active alerts are listed in the source materials.

About Owen Creek

Tucked away along the breathtaking Bighorn Byway, Owen Creek Campground offers an intimate escape into Wyoming's pristine wilderness. This hidden gem provides the perfect basecamp for adventurers seeking solitude while exploring hiking trails that wind into the Cloud Peak Wilderness, casting lines into crystal-clear mountain streams, or discovering nearby wonders like the thundering Shell Falls. Its small size and off-the-beaten-path location make it a peaceful retreat for those who prefer their camping experiences uncrowded and authentic.
The Owen Creek Campground offers standard nonelectric single-family sites with facilities such as picnic tables and campfire rings. Additional options include dispersed camping further up the road, as noted by one reviewer: "There is dispersed camping further up the road that creates a bit of traffic past Owen Creek campground."
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Stay Limit
You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground.

Amenities available

Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Firewood available
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Owen Creek Campground provides diverse recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and off-road vehicle trails. The nearby Sibley Lake allows non-motorized craft and features an accessible fishing dock, making it ideal for anglers. User reviews often praise the beauty of the surrounding area, with one camper describing, "The Owen Creek campground is beautiful and near a creek where the moose sometimes visit." Another noted the abundance of trails for dirt bikes or ATVs, adding, "Lots of great trails for dirt bikes or ATVs."
HikingHiking trails vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks, some accessing the Cloud Peak Wilderness. One user highlighted the area's scenic hiking, stating, "We also love hiking and enjoying the mountains and wildlife."
FishingFishing opportunities include angling for rainbow, brown, and brook trout, particularly at nearby Sibley Lake. User reviews confirm the quality of fishing in the area.
BikingUser reviews highlight biking trails, including dirt bike and ATV routes, as a popular activity.
BoatingNon-motorized boating is available at nearby Sibley Lake, which provides an accessible fishing dock.
Wildlife viewingWildlife viewing is a highlight, with moose, deer, elk, sandhill cranes, and bears commonly seen. One reviewer remarked, "I love this campground for its relative quiet & peace. I was lucky enough to see moose (IN the campground), deer, elk, and sandhill cranes returning to their nest each evening."
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPotential wildlife hazards include moose, elk, and bears. Some campsites are close to OHV trails, leading to dust and noise during peak OHV activity.
Active AlertsNo active alerts are listed in the source materials.

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Reviews

4.5
56 reviews
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Top-Rated
Owen Creek is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Overall, Owen Creek Campground has received positive reviews, with an average sentiment of 4.31 out of 5 for campground-specific experiences. Users frequently praise the campground's beauty, wildlife, and quiet atmosphere, with many highlighting the well-maintained facilities and friendly camp hosts.
Review Summaries
Based on 56 reviews

What Campers Love

Common praise includes the campground's cleanliness, scenic views, wildlife presence, and the quiet environment. One user described it as "super convenient location...overlooks the mountains across...
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Based on 56 reviews

Common Concerns

Some issues include the proximity of campsites leading to reduced privacy, garbage receptacles being too small, and intermittent presence of campground hosts. One user stated, "The garbage...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reviewers suggest bringing your own firewood or purchasing from the host, using the vault toilets early for better experience, and visiting nearby attractions like Shell Falls and the Medicine Wheel....
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Based on 56 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Peak season runs from June 5 to September 15. Reviews during summer highlight the abundance of wildlife and scenic beauty, while winter-specific insights are unavailable.
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Camper Quotes

"I love this campground for the relative quiet & peace. I was lucky enough to see moose (IN the campground), deer and elk." "Sites were nice and level, facilities were clean, and traffic was...
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Based on 56 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Site 001: Close to a highly used road, noisy during OHV season (Rating: 1). Site 006: Quiet, well-maintained, facing a meadow (Rating: 5). Site 003: Wildlife sightings include moose and sheep;...
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Based on 56 reviews

Accessibility Features

Accessible vault toilets are available, but user reviews lack specific insights on broader accessibility features.
Based on 56 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

Pets are allowed, but one user reported issues with a neighboring dog's behavior, stating, "Love the campground but the person in between had a dog that wasn’t the most friendly and the grandkids...
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Last updated January 13, 2026
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