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Clearwater Campground

Entrance to campsite 4

About Clearwater Campground

Clearwater Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway, about 32 miles west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is 20 miles east of the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and viewing local wildlife.

Number of accommodations: 4

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 7

Rates, Sites & Availability

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4 Sites Available

Site
Price
03, Loop: West Area
Price not available
04, Loop: West Area
Price not available
05, Loop: West Area
Price not available
Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
50 guests
Price not available

Reviews (58)

What Guests Are Saying

Clearwater Campground is highly recommended for group camping due to its spaciousness and proximity to the river. While there are no water facilities on-site, clean vault toilets are available, and water can be accessed nearby. However, some areas may experience flooding, and the campground lacks tree cover, with limited availability of firewood and host presence.

Review Summary

4.6
58 reviews
5
79.3%
46
4
10.3%
6
3
6.9%
4
2
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3.4%
2

Lyn H

Verified

August 5, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area

4

Would highly recommend this site for group camping, more spacious than anticipated.

Lyn H

Verified

August 5, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area

4

Would highly recommend this site for group camping, more spacious than anticipated.

Vincent V

Verified

July 13, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area

5

Nice group campground. No water at campground, but available down the road and Elks Fork and Wapiti campgrounds. Vault toilet was very clean.

Vincent V

Verified

July 13, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area

5

Nice group campground. No water at campground, but available down the road and Elks Fork and Wapiti campgrounds. Vault toilet was very clean.

Steven K

Verified

June 14, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area

3

Nice site next to the river. This campground has very little tree cover. The host was never on site in the two days I was there, and the nearest firewood was a 20 mile drive.

Steven K

June 14, 2025

3

Nice site next to the river. This campground has very little tree cover. The host was never on site in the two days I was there, and the nearest firewood was a 20 mile drive.

Mike V

Verified

July 12, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area

1

Campsite was flooded with an apparent stream going through the middle. 3 inches of water in the fire ring so no campfire or grille. Tent camping was out so had to sleep in the car. No availability of any other sites.
Learned that senior citizen rate was available only after discussing at the station. Not offered through recreation.gov

Mike V

July 12, 2024

1

Campsite was flooded with an apparent stream going through the middle. 3 inches of water in the fire ring so no campfire or grille. Tent camping was out so had to sleep in the car. No availability of any other sites.
Learned that senior citizen rate was available only after discussing at the station. Not offered through recreation.gov

Timothy Y

Verified

November 6, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: West Area

5

I had a great time here.

Timothy Y

November 6, 2023

5

I had a great time here.

Location Clearwater Campground

Address:
203 A Yellowstone Ave
Cody, WY, 82414
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 44.4622 / -109.668

Elevation: 1835 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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