Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site - United States
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RV quick facts for Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Max RV length | Sites generally accommodate RVs up to about 35 ft; larger rigs should call ahead |
| Full hookups | No full hookups; basic sites with vault toilets and limited utilities |
| Dump station | No on-site dump station; nearest options in Greybull and Worland |
| Generator hours | Quiet hours typically 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.; generator use limited to daytime |
| Cell service | Spotty to none in the canyon; expect no signal at most campsites |
| Road restrictions | Final approach on gravel county roads; can be slick when wet |
| Reservation window | First-come, first-served camping at the state park |
| Nearest town | Hyattville, Wyoming, about 5 miles southwest |
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Best time to visit Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site
Late May through September is the best window for RV travel, with warm days, open campground services, and reliable access on the gravel approach roads. June and early September offer cooler temperatures and lighter crowds, making them ideal for photography of the rock art panels. Summer afternoons can bring thunderstorms in the canyon, so early starts are recommended. Late fall through early spring brings cold temperatures, possible snow, and limited services.
Cold and snowy; campground services closed, limited day-use access
Winter conditions; campground services closed
Snowmelt and muddy roads; services limited
Variable spring weather; campground typically opening
Wildflowers and green canyon; check road conditions after storms
Excellent for rock art viewing; afternoon thunderstorms possible
Hot and dry; peak season, watch for fire restrictions
Hot days, cool nights; ideal canyon hiking
Shoulder season with fewer visitors and pleasant temperatures
Crisp fall weather; campground services winding down
Cold conditions; campground services closed
Winter weather; campground services closed, day-use only
Things to do at Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site
- Rock Art Cliff Viewing EasyRV parking available
The park's main attraction is a tall sandstone cliff bearing hundreds of petroglyphs and pictographs created by Indigenous peoples over several millennia. A short, mostly level interpretive walk leads from the parking area to the panels, with signs explaining the imagery and archaeology.
- Medicine Lodge Creek Fishing EasyRV parking available
Medicine Lodge Creek runs through the park and offers fishing for trout in a quiet canyon-bottom setting. Anglers need a current Wyoming fishing license, and the creek is most productive in early summer after runoff settles.
- Visitor Center and Archaeological Exhibits EasyRV parking available
The on-site visitor center interprets the stratified dig that documented thousands of years of human occupation at the site. Exhibits include artifacts and information on the cultures that left the surrounding rock art.
- Lone Tree Trail to Paint Rock Canyon Strenuous
Adventurous visitors can access BLM lands and the dramatic Paint Rock Canyon area from a trailhead reached by driving Cold Springs Road. To reach the Lone Tree Trailhead, travel the Cold Springs Road from Medicine Lodge State Park for approximately 7 miles and turn onto the signed two-track. The road is rough, and high-clearance vehicles are recommended; leave the RV at the campground. blm.gov/press-release/blm-announces-change-paint-rock-canyon-access
- Wildlife Viewing in Medicine Lodge Canyon EasyRV parking available
The canyon and surrounding wildlife habitat management area support a variety of species. The area includes crucial winter range for elk and deer, and bighorn sheep may use parts of it as summer range. Early morning and evening from pullouts along the access roads provide the best chances of sightings. blm.gov/visit/medicine-lodge-wsa
- Scenic Drive on Red Gulch/Alkali Backcountry Byway Easy
The nearby Red Gulch/Alkali National Backcountry Byway loops through the foothills of the Bighorns with badlands, dinosaur tracks, and big-sky scenery. Portions are gravel, and conditions can be poor when wet, so smaller tow vehicles work better than large motorhomes.
- Photography of Medicine Lodge Canyon EasyRV parking available
The park's setting offers dramatic scenery for photographers, with vertical cliffs, spires, and varied vegetation visible right from the campground. Early and late light brings out the warm tones of the canyon walls. blm.gov/programs/national-conservation-lands/wyoming/medicine-lodge-wsa
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How to get to Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site
The park is reached via Wyoming Highway 31 to Hyattville, then about five miles northeast on Cold Springs Road and Red Gulch Road to the park entrance. From Worland the drive is roughly 35 miles, from Greybull about 40 miles, and from Sheridan around 100 miles via US 14 and the Bighorn Basin. The final approach is on a maintained gravel road that is generally passable for RVs in dry conditions but can be slick after rain, and there are no major mountain passes or tunnels on the route from the basin floor. The closest commercial airports for fly-and-rent travelers are Worland Municipal, Yellowstone Regional in Cody, and Sheridan County Airport.
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