Hunter Peak Campsite 2 with picnic table and trees
Hunter Peak Campground
Hunter Peak Camp Toilet
Camp site
Campsite 2

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Hunter Peak

Hunter Peak Campground is located on the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway/State Highway 296, approximately four miles south of the junction with scenic Beartooth Highway/U.S. Highway 12. The campground is about 60 mi northeast of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming.

Available sites

4 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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4 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 005, Loop: HUNTER PEAK RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: HUNTER PEAK RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: HUNTER PEAK RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: HUNTER PEAK RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

46 reviews

Summary

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Hunter Peak is a tranquil and beautiful campground by the Clark’s Fork River, making it an excellent base for exploring trails near Cooke City and Yellowstone National Park. While the narrow roads can make backing into sites challenging, the surroundings are serene and well-maintained. Campers appreciate the non-invasive hosts and the stunning natural beauty of the area.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

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5 stars 71.7% (33)
4 stars 19.6% (9)
3 stars 4.3% (2)
2 stars 0.0% (0)
1 star 4.3% (2)

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Lynn O

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August 26, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Very clean 10 site campground. Some road noise with busy weekend traffic. The campground host is doing an excellent job. I found it to be a great location to car camp while doing day hikes in the Absaroka-Beartooth wilderness.

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Mark J

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September 20, 2021 Stayed at: 005, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Clean and quiet. Campground host does an excellent job of signing to let you know what spot are available and when.
Fishing was poor.

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Kristen W

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September 26, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Super clean, great location on Chief Joseph minutes from Beartooth

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Madelyn W

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October 10, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

The site that he had reserved was actually too small for our camper, although our camper is only 27'. We were able to switch to another site, #8 which was much better. We loved the campground and hope we can return again to stay longer. It was beautiful and quiet and we enjoyed the the river running through it.

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Mike U

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June 24, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

A very nice, small, quiet, perfect setting

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Robbin L

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June 29, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Great, small campground. Camp host was great. Helped us understand what our limitations were due to the flooding. Hiking trail literally across the street

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Angie C

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July 1, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Beautiful area and great host, we had a great time

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Barbara M

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July 20, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

We were only there for one night, but want to return to this beautiful, quiet area. The flood had closed some sites, but luckily, not ours. The camp host greeted us and told us about the flooding and some places to go. Super clean pit toilet. They have the bear food storage boxes I like that are up higher on longer legs with the door opening downward so you have a platform to maneuver your items easier. And I loved falling asleep to the sound of the river.

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Heather M

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July 30, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: HUNTER PEAK

Wow! So Many Mosquitoes! Not sure if it was because of the 2022 flood they had there a month earlier or if that is just the way it is. However, one of the cleanest campgrounds I’ve stayed at , all because the host cares and seems to take pride in it. The host, Dennis, was kind and welcoming. He suggested a few hikes for my sister and I to explore, one of which was a beautiful hike to some falls.

The campground was smaller than expected and the campsites were too close for my liking, however they were all filled when we stayed.

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Location & Directions for Hunter Peak

203 A Yellowstone Ave, Cody, WY 82414 United States

Elevation: 2,006 ft

Getting There

From Cody, Wyo., travel north on State Highway 120 to Highway 296. Enjoy your drive along the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway as the campground is approximately 60 mi from Cody, and located on the left side of the highway. From the northeast entrance of...

Nearest town

Cody, WY - 58 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: Northeast Entrance

Approximate drive: 23.5 mi · 40 min

Policies & Rules

General

  • Grizzly bears frequent the area; all food, beverages, coolers, trash and other attractants must be properly stored at all times
  • An additional fee is collected at the campground entrance for extra vehicles
  • 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 .
  • Click here for more information on the Shoshone National Forest

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Last updated: November 5, 2026

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