Description
The majestic peaks of the Absaroka Mountains dominate the scenery at Buffalo Bill State Park. Two campsites, North Fork and North Shore, have a limited number of reservable sites. Learn more about the area at the Visitor Center with the interpretive exhibits, touch-screen computers, audio/visual presentation and a staff to help visitors.
Directions:
Park Headquarters, nine miles west of Cody on US Highway 14-16-20.
Additional Info:
There are two developed campgrounds at Buffalo Bill State Park:
NORTH SHORE BAY CAMPGROUND: 37 sites: 29 pull-through sites, 3 back-in, and 5 designated tent only; 7 of the sites are reservable, the remainder are available on a first come-first served basis. Located approximately 9 miles west of Cody on US Highway 14-16-20 (North Fork Highway).
NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND: 62 sites: 56 pull through sites and 6 designated tent-only sites; 14 of the sites are reservable, the remainder are available on a first come-first served basis. Located approx. 14 miles west of Cody on US Highway 14-16-20 (North Fork Highway).
All campsites have tables and grills and are convenient to water hydrants and restrooms. There are no utility hookups or showers at either campground. Except those designated tent-only campsites will accommodate trailers, tents or RVs. Roads and parking areas are paved.
TROUT CREEK GROUP CAMPING AREA is located within North Fork Campground. This area provides a large shelter with tables and grill, an area for tents, and enough parking space for a group of trailers, RV's, etc. The group camping area is available on a reserved use basis only. The shelter use fee of $50.00 per day plus the $50.00 damage deposit is required in addition to the park daily use and camping fees.
SHEEP MOUNTAIN DAY USE AREA provides a large shelter with tables and a grill, a playground area and enough parking for large groups. The group area is available to reserve. The shelter use fee of $50.00 per day plus the $50.00 damage deposit is required in addition to the park daily use fees.
EAGLE POINT TRAIL is located within Eagle Point Day Use Area and is handicapped accessible. This trail is the first phase of a planned trail system along the north shoreline.
Amenities
Onsite
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Pull Thru Available
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Pets Welcome
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Accom Big Rigs
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BBQ Facilities
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Dump Station
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Firewood Available
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Group Area
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Handicapped
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Lake
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Quiet Atmosphere
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River
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Tent Sites Available
Recreation
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Biking - Mountain
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Bird Watching
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Boat Ramp
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Boating
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Fishing
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Fly Fishing
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Hiking
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Hunting
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Playground
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Sailing/Windsurfing
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Water Skiing
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Wildlife Viewing
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Oasis in the Heat
100 % of users found this review helpful
We stayed at North Shore Bay campground, and had a spot right off the water. Kids loved swimming after long day of travel. (We brought lifejackets for lake swimming). They didn't want to leave to go into town. Cody is just about 10 miles away, with fabulous museums to see, and a great wild west show at the center of town at about 6:00. At the end of the lake, on the way to town, is the dam, which was free, and very interesting for a quick stop. Very clean campground, mostly empty during the week, and we only stayed one night, although I was wishing we had planned to stay longer. No hookups, but very peaceful. Would be a great place to bring a boat and spend a week or weekend with friends. Not a lot of shade around, so pack the canopy!
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The Planner
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Birthday Trip
100 % of users found this review helpful
Living in Gardiner MT. at the time, I wanted to take my girlfriend down to Cody for her Birthday. I put in reservations at the camp ground a couple of days before.
We had no trouble checking in. The campground was empty except for a handful of RVs, which was no problem to us.
However I wish that there had been more trees. We were in a tent and would liked to have the shade. The campgrounds were very flat and had lots of grass, very comfortable with the exception of the lack of shade.
We didn't have any trouble with any critters big or small.
The best part was probably that it was close to the town of Cody but not too close. We were able to drive in for the entire day and come back at night with no trouble to our tent.
Definitely go to the Buffalo Bill museum (even if you are not a museum type person) and watch the shoot out over at the Irma at night. We went to the Rodeo and had a good time, we also got in at a HUGE discount because we worked in Yellowstone, so bring your picture ID.
Overall it was a pretty good experience and I would definitely stay there again, unless it was going to be super hot.
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Buffallo Bill StPk
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awesome
100 % of users found this review helpful
We absolutely loved this park. After driving through the tunnel from Cody, we did not know what to expect. The scenery was awesome. After we set up camp on July 4th, we drove back toward Cody and parked in the parking lot next to the road to view the fireworks. My only complaint was the strong wind that day, which no one can control.
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Barry
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Windy, yet Nice
100 % of users found this review helpful
This campground was overall a pretty good experience. We are tent campers and upon arrival, the attendant suggested a change of site for us. We took his recommendation and were much happier. Tent sites had fences to block the wind, sites were spacious and a very friendly sheriff came around to let us know of weather conditions going into Yellowstone. The reason we chose this campground was because of it's proximity to Yellowstone. Our only complaint was the wind and that is not the park's fault.
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BirdLady2280
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Reviewed 05/26/2011
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