OutReserve

Rex Hale

Warning

General

NOTICE: At this time, we are not accepting reservations for the listed campgrounds, but rather are available first-come/first-served. NOTE: The Clearwater Group site and the Sunlight Rangers Cabin continue to accept reservations.Please continue to monitor Recreation.gov to see if reservation status changes.

Rex Hale Campground Entrance with brown and yellow sign
Rex Hale Campground campsite open area
Rex Hale Campground campsite with view
Rex Hale Group Site View
Rex Hale Campground Restrooms

Featured amenities

Restrooms
Water Hookup
Electric Hookup

About Rex Hale

Rex Hale Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway about 36 miles west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is just over 16 miles east of Yellowstone National Park's east entrance. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and viewing local wildlife. The campground is named after Rex Hale, one of 15 firefighters who died in the 1937 Blackwater Fire, which burned more than 1,700 acres of Forest Service lands within the Shoshone National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 9

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 12

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Restrooms
Water Hookup
Electric Hookup
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Water Hookup
  • Electric Hookup
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

9 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: REX HALE
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: REX HALE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: REX HALE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: REX HALE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (168)

What Guests Are Saying

Rex Hale Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, scenic location and excellent maintenance, with many guests appreciating the friendly and accommodating camp host, Tom. The camp offers clean facilities, including spotless vault toilets, and some sites with water and electricity, enhancing the camping experience. While the campground will transition to a "First Come, First Served" system, it remains a recommended choice for those seeking a peaceful outdoor retreat near Yellowstone.

Review Summary

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5
71.4%
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Thomas L

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: REX HALE

5

The site that we had was nice and spacious. It had electric and water. We had no problems with anything at all. The vault toilets were clean and didn’t smell bad! Very pleased with campground. Just be aware that there is no signal other than for emergency calls.

Thomas L

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: REX HALE

5

The site that we had was nice and spacious. It had electric and water. We had no problems with anything at all. The vault toilets were clean and didn’t smell bad! Very pleased with campground. Just be aware that there is no signal other than for emergency calls.

Richard V

Verified

June 2, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

5

Beautiful place to camp. Both the Camp host and the Ranger were both very helpful.
Lots of wildlife in the area and not far from the east entrance to Yellowstone.

Richard V

Verified

June 2, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

5

Beautiful place to camp. Both the Camp host and the Ranger were both very helpful.
Lots of wildlife in the area and not far from the east entrance to Yellowstone.

Ammon K

Verified

September 12, 2023 Stayed at: 022, Loop: REX HALE

5

Tom was an awesome volunteer, super friendly. Campsite was beautiful, right off the river. My wife said the bathrooms were very clean. Amazing fresh, UV purified water on tap. Be aware however that there are almost no trees to speak of.

Ammon K

Verified

September 12, 2023 Stayed at: 022, Loop: REX HALE

5

Tom was an awesome volunteer, super friendly. Campsite was beautiful, right off the river. My wife said the bathrooms were very clean. Amazing fresh, UV purified water on tap. Be aware however that there are almost no trees to speak of.

Richard N

Verified

September 10, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

5

Great campground. Friendly host that we very informative about the area. I would stay here again while we explored the area.

Richard N

Verified

September 10, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

5

Great campground. Friendly host that we very informative about the area. I would stay here again while we explored the area.

gail w

Verified

September 7, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

4

Very quiet and clean campground. The host,Tom, was outstanding. We were there 6 nights and spent most of our time in Yellowstone.

gail w

Verified

September 7, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

4

Very quiet and clean campground. The host,Tom, was outstanding. We were there 6 nights and spent most of our time in Yellowstone.

Location Rex Hale

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

Highway access

The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 14/16/20, known as the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway, which runs through the area.

Latitude & Longitude: 44.4567 / -109.726

Elevation: 1882 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Grizzly bears frequent the area; all food, beverages, coolers, trash and other attractants must be properly stored at all times
  • Horses and other livestock are not permitted to stay in the campground, but they are allowed to pass through
  • An additional fee will be collected at the campground 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

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

NOTICE: At this time, we are not accepting reservations for the listed campgrounds, but rather are available first-come/first-served. NOTE: The Clearwater Group site and the Sunlight Rangers Cabin continue to accept reservations.Please continue to monitor Recreation.gov to see if reservation status changes.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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