Hunter Campground

Powder River Ranger District, 1415 Fort Street, Buffalo, Wyoming, United States
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Views from the Hunter Campground/Trailhead.
One of the reservable sites at the Hunter Campground.
One of the campsites from the campground.
Horse corrals are available for each campsite.

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About Hunter Campground

Hunter Trailhead is a campground constructed with the equestrian camper in mind, but available for all users. The campground is located in Johnson Country, Wyoming, just two miles off the Cloud Peak Scenic Byway on Highway 16. The winding drive to the campground travels two miles west of U.S. Highway 16 on Forest Road 19 and is an easily accessible gravel road offering views of wildlife, mountain streams, and abundant wildflowers.

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2026 (Current year)

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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8 Sites Available

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🏕️ 002, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 003, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 004, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 005, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 006, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 007, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 008, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests
🏕️ 009, Loop: HUNT Equestrian
8 guests

Reviews

103 reviews

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Hunter Campground offers great accommodations and is well-managed by friendly hosts, Stan and Libby, who provide valuable trail information. The campground features clean facilities and spectacular views, with a variety of rugged riding trails nearby. While reservation difficulties and limited corrals can be frustrating, the overall experience and location are highly praised, making it a popular choice for equine enthusiasts.

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4.6

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John F

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September 7, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: HUNT

The camp hosts Stan and Libby were excellent in every way. Helpful, Friendly, Knowledgeable.

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Randon G

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August 31, 2025 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HUNT

Fantastic location. Clean facilities with nice pens. The camp hosts are super!

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Randon G

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August 31, 2025 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HUNT

Fantastic location. Clean facilities with nice pens. The camp hosts are super!

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Lance L

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HUNT

A very nice primitive campground with great views and riding. The camp hosts are wonderful, very helpful and friendly. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because there is only one corral per site. The corals are large enough for 2 equines, but 3 is tight and if they don’t all get along it is problematic. There were 3 of us in one trailer and we had to buy an additional site for an extra corral that someone could have used. An improvement would be to have an overflow corral or two that could be rented. There was quite a bit of day use parking that was 98% unused while we were there and I don’t think it would be sacrificing much to put a couple of extra pens there.

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Lance L

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HUNT

A very nice primitive campground with great views and riding. The camp hosts are wonderful, very helpful and friendly. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because there is only one corral per site. The corals are large enough for 2 equines, but 3 is tight and if they don’t all get along it is problematic. There were 3 of us in one trailer and we had to buy an additional site for an extra corral that someone could have used. An improvement would be to have an overflow corral or two that could be rented. There was quite a bit of day use parking that was 98% unused while we were there and I don’t think it would be sacrificing much to put a couple of extra pens there.

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Ineke v

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August 27, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNT

This horse camp ground is well run and well maintained by Stan and Libby, the friendly camp hosts for Hunter campground. Riding out of here is a treat with so many trails to choose from!

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Ineke v

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August 27, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNT

This horse camp ground is well run and well maintained by Stan and Libby, the friendly camp hosts for Hunter campground. Riding out of here is a treat with so many trails to choose from!

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Kathleen O

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August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: HUNT

Beautiful campground with spectacular views. Camp host was amazing.

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Kathleen O

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August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: HUNT

Beautiful campground with spectacular views. Camp host was amazing.

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Manley P

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August 18, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNT

Camp Hosts are fantastic!

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Location & Directions for Hunter Campground

Powder River Ranger District, 1415 Fort Street, Buffalo, WY 82834 United States

Elevation: 2,390 ft

Getting There

From Buffalo, travel west on Highway 16 for 13 mi. Turn off Highway 16 west onto Forest Road 19, where you will travel approximately 2 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Buffalo, WY - 15 mi

About 25 min to downtown

Highway access

Hunter Campground is accessible approximately 13 miles west of Buffalo via Highway 16.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Hay must be certified weed-free
  • Be familiar with local Forest Service regulations
  • Practice Leave No Trace principles
  • Click here for more information on the Bighorn National Forest.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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