Kenneth K
August 1, 2026
We've been coming to this location for years. It's very popular and difficult to book. This year the camp host went out of her way to make it more enjoyable for us.
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About Pine Island Group Area
Pine Island Group Area is located along the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Junction at an elevation of 8.4 ft. The Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Rustic Freedom / Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: [email protected]
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Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
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Reviews
51 reviews
Summary
Pine Island Group Area is a popular camping destination that can be challenging to book. Reviewers appreciate the camp host's efforts to enhance their experience. Many have been visiting for years, highlighting its appeal.
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Location & Directions for Pine Island Group Area
Us Highway 14, Dayton, WY 82836 United States
Elevation: 2,334 ft
Getting There
Located 27 mi west of Dayton, Wyoming, on U.S. Highway 14.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- The gate will be closed but you can open it upon arrival.
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.
Safety & rules
- The organization can change your site without notice.
Fees & deposits
- The group area can be used during the day for the same fee as overnight.
Vehicles & parking
- All RVs must be parked in the designated parking lot.
Utilities
- Electricity is only provided in the picnic shelter area.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood is available for purchase from the campground host.
General
- Click here for more information on the Bighorn National Forest
Wildlife & food storage
- Obtain firewood locally to prevent spreading pests; visit dontmovefirewood.org for details.
Cancellation policy
- Refunds via recreation.gov incur a $10 fee; non-refundable fees are not returned.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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