Dead Swede
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About Dead Swede
Dead Swede is a national park campground at Bighorn National Forest in Sheridan County, Wyoming. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Dead Swede is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 64 ft. Campers rate it 4.8/5 across 32 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Bighorn National Forest include Tie Flume, Owen Creek, Prune Creek, Sibley Lake and Pine Island Group Area.
Total reservations in June — 2023: 125 · 2024: 130 · 2025: 117
Location
Address
Dayton, Wyoming
Coordinates
44.6892, -107.4467
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 187 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Tie Flume
Bighorn National Forest
Owen Creek
Bighorn National Forest
Prune Creek
Bighorn National Forest
Sibley Lake
Bighorn National Forest
Pine Island Group Area
Bighorn National Forest
Burgess Junction Visitor Center
Bighorn National Forest
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Dead Swede FAQ
How far in advance should I book Dead Swede?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Dead Swede?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Dead Swede. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Dead Swede right now?
Dead Swede is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Dead Swede located?
Dead Swede is located in Bighorn National Forest, near Dayton, Wyoming.
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