North Tongue Campground

State: Wyoming

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 12

Elevation: 7880

County: Sheridan

About: Located on the Bighorn Scenic Byway (US Hwy. 14) near the Burgess Overlook and North Fork of the Tongue River.

ATV trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking, fishing, and canoeing are available. Diverse hikes vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks. Nearby Sibley Lake is open to non-motorized craft with a fishing dock. Burgess Interpretive Center offers interpretation of natural features, flora and fauna and gives a history of the area. Local lodges provide dining, horse trips, showers, fishing tags and convenience items.

Fees: See Forest Service website

Usage: Light

Water: Potable Water

Restrooms: Vault Toilet

Directions: Travel 29 miles west of Dayton, WY, on US Hwy. 14. At Burgess Junction, turn right on Burgess Overlook Road (FDR #15) where US Hwy. 14A starts. Continue 1.5 miles; campground on the left on Big Willow Creek.