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Lyn H
VerifiedAugust 5, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
Would highly recommend this site for group camping, more spacious than anticipated.
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About Clearwater Campground
Clearwater Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway, about 32 mi west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is 20 mi east of the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and viewing local wildlife.
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Campground Amenities
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Picnic Table
River Access
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- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Fire Pit
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- River Access
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03, Loop: West Area
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Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
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58 reviews
Summary
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.
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4.6
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Based on 58 reviews
5 stars
79.3% (46)
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Lyn H
VerifiedAugust 5, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
Would highly recommend this site for group camping, more spacious than anticipated.
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Vincent V
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
Nice group campground. No water at campground, but available down the road and Elks Fork and Wapiti campgrounds. Vault toilet was very clean.
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Vincent V
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 Stayed at: Group Area Site, Loop: East -Reservable Group Area
Nice group campground. No water at campground, but available down the road and Elks Fork and Wapiti campgrounds. Vault toilet was very clean.
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Steven K
VerifiedJune 14, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area
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 mi drive.
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Steven K
VerifiedJune 14, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area
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 mi drive.
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Mike V
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area
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
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Mike V
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: West Area
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
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Timothy Y
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: West Area
I had a great time here.
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Timothy Y
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: West Area
I had a great time here.
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Location & Directions for Clearwater Campground
203 A Yellowstone Ave, Cody, WY 82414 United States
Elevation: 1,835 ft
Getting There
From Cody, Wyo., follow Sheridan Avenue west through Cody until the road leaves town, and becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14/16/20). The campground is 32 mi west of Cody, on the south side of the highway and next to the ri...
From Cody, Wyo., follow Sheridan Avenue west through Cody until the road leaves town, and becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14/16/20). The campground is 32 mi west of Cody, on the south side of the highway and next to the river.
Near Yellowstone National Park
The closest entrance is: East Entrance
Approximate drive: 20.3 mi · 35 min
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: October 23, 2026
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