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Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout

โ˜…4.9(52 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandBighorn National Forest ยท Buffalo, Wyoming
๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting๐ŸฅพHiking๐ŸŽฃFishing๐ŸŠSwimming

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About Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout

Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout is a national park campground at Bighorn National Forest in Johnson County, Wyoming. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Bighorn National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears โ€” so you just check out.

Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.9/5 across 52 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Bighorn National Forest include Pole Creek Cabin, Lost Cabin Campground, Muddy Guard Cabin, Circle Park Campground and South Fork (wyoming).

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Total reservations in June โ€” 2023: 2 ยท 2024: 1 ยท 2025: 4

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Location

Address

Buffalo, Wyoming

Coordinates

44.1897, -107.0044

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขSeptember sees 27 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout campsite photo 1 - Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming
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Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout FAQ

How far in advance should I book Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout?

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 Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout?

September typically sees the highest reservation activity at Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout right now?

Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout 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 Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout located?

Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout is located in Bighorn National Forest, near Buffalo, Wyoming.

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