National Recreation Area · Montana, Wyoming
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area
The vast, wild landscape of Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area offers visitors unparalleled opportunities to immerse themselves in the natural world, and experience the wonders of this extraordinary place. With over 120,000 acres, one can find an astounding diversity in ecosystems, wildlife, and more than 10,000 years of human history to explore.
Things to do
- Arts and Culture
- Theater
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
- Motorized Boating
- Sailing
- Jet Skiing
- Boat Tour
- Camping
- Compass and GPS
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Boat Tour
Weather & when to go
North District: Semi-arid, receiving 18 to 20 inches of rain annually. South District: High-desert, receiving 6 to 10 inches of rain annually. Summer temperatures: Highs in the 80s (F) and 90s (F), lows in the 50s (F) and 60s (F). Summer temperatures can peak over 100 degrees. Winter temperatures: Range in the 20s and 30s with low temperatures averaging the 10s (F) and 20s (F). During the winter the thermometer can drop below 0 (F) with extreme wind chill factors.
Operating hours
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area
Bighorn Canyon NRA is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Campgrounds
Horseshoe Bend Campground
Barry's Landing & Trail Creek Campground
Afterbay Campground
Grapevine Campground
Medicine Creek Campground
Black Canyon Campground
Dayboard 9 Campground
FAQ
- Is Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area free to visit?
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
- What are the hours at Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area?
- Bighorn Canyon NRA is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Do I need a reservation for Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.