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Shell Campground
Overview
Shell Campground serves as a peaceful gateway to the Bighorn Mountains, offering a tranquil retreat for those traversing the Wyoming landscape. Nestled in the small, charming community of Shell, this park provides a quiet alternative to the more crowded tourist destinations in the region. It is widely recognized for its **well-maintained grounds** and the soothing sound of the nearby creek, which creates a serene environment for travelers looking to disconnect. The atmosphere here is distinctly laid-back and welcoming, perfectly reflecting the authentic and slow-paced lifestyle found in rural Wyoming.
Location & Surroundings
The park is strategically positioned at the foot of the magnificent **Shell Canyon**, which is home to one of the most breathtaking scenic drives in the entire state. Surrounded by dramatic red rock cliffs and gently rolling hills, the location provides immediate and easy access to the sprawling Bighorn National Forest. Travelers frequently utilize this spot as a primary resting point before or after navigating the steep mountain grades of U.S. Route 14. This landscape is defined by **striking geological formations** and the vast, open skies that make the western Wyoming experience so memorable for visitors.
Amenities & Park Features
While the park carefully maintains its rustic western charm, it does not skimp on the essential infrastructure required by modern RVers. The facility is designed to be functional and clean, offering several key features:
- **Spacious pull-through sites** that accommodate big rigs comfortably.
- Full hookups with **30 and 50-amp electrical service** at most sites.
- Clean restrooms, hot showers, and laundry facilities for guest use.
Additionally, **reliable Wi-Fi connectivity** is provided to help guests stay connected while they plan their upcoming routes through the rugged mountain passes or check in with family.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of natural wonders to explore just a short distance from their campsite. A quick drive into the canyon brings visitors to the impressive **Shell Falls**, where thousands of gallons of water thunder through ancient Precambrian rock every minute. The surrounding area serves as a premier destination for hiking, mountain biking, and trout fishing in the clear waters of Shell Creek. For history buffs and families, the nearby **Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite** provides a fascinating opportunity to walk where dinosaurs once roamed during the Jurassic period.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is perfectly suited for travelers who prioritize a **quiet and intimate setting** over the amenities of a large-scale commercial resort. It is an excellent choice for nature photographers, avid hikers, and anyone seeking a peaceful basecamp to explore the rugged beauty of the Bighorn Mountains. Due to its convenient location along a major travel route, it is also highly recommended for **long-distance RVers** who want a scenic and tranquil stopover that offers far more character than a standard highway-side parking lot.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Michael S
We had an amazing stay! The cabins were modern and comfortable. They were very clean and the whole campground was quiet and simple. Would definitely recommend!
Reva KESTER
We were in Shell and almost out of gas. (No services in Shell). Stopped at the RV campground and the wonderful guys there sold us their lawnmower gas. Clean grounds and great people!
Valerie Bedard
I absolutely loved my night in my glamping tent. The bed was so comfortable and warm on a chilly night, it made for perfect sleeping. This has the feel of a KOA, but is more smaller and more relaxed and personal touch to everything
Jeff b.
We were going to camp near Ten Sleep but it was too cold so we switched to here. So glad we did. Everyone there was so friendly and helpful. The cabin was warm and clean with a REAL shower! We got a recommendation for an excellent hike just outside of town. There's also a wonderful store just down the street where we talked to lots of friendly locals. We even helped find the owner of an escaped baby pig!
Lisa Webb
We stayed in the bunkhouse cabin. It was very nice, clean, had a nice kitchenette to cook. Cute and nicely decorated. No noise. TV with roku. Recommendation is to have better lighting in the bathroom. And lighting over the table. It was a perfect place to stay as we traveled from Yellowstone to Mt Rushmore- about half way. And we were able to drive through the Bighorn National Forest which is right outside Shell.
Lisa Weyrauch
The campground and cabin areas were well kept and clean. The self-check-in was convenient. The cabin was the perfect size for a couple and had a nice porch to sit on in the evening. The cabin looked relatively new, nicely decorated and very clean. We had an issue with the water heater and had trouble getting a hold of the management, but got things resolved pretty quickly afterward. It was a great place to stop for the night after exploring Shell Falls.
Tayyibah Sethi
Let me start with this … the cabin was beautiful. Bed was comfortable -amenities all new and working well. However, I did not like the fact that no one was onsite when we arrived and no one was onsite the next morning. Everything was through a drop box. And there was no way to contact anyone even by phone. The campsite had only 2 other campers in small RVs- no other cabins were occupied - this meant the campsite was desolate in a remote town with no amenities. And then the worst of all … in the middle of the night my husband and I were awakened by someone pounding on our door. A woman was telling me “ it’s an emergency” I told her I would not open my door. She told me a ridiculous story that something had happened to her car on the mountain and she wanted help getting to a gas station - at 1 am in a town without a gas station. Thank told her I would not help her and go ask one of the others at the site. Meanwhile I called 911. Told them I was scared because the place is desolate. They told me they would get dispatch and send someone and would call me back. No one came and they never called back. The next morning I asked the 2 other parties if she had pounded on their doors. She had not. It was a highly creepy suspicious situation. We had no one we could contact. I sat up all night wondering whether she would come back - and hoping police would arrive. I was thankful when morning came and the other campers were outside so we were in the company of others and we left immediately. This was an intolerable situation. Under the circumstances I would never recommend this place.
B'Wile'D 2
Great cabins with restrooms and AC ... The campground though, is packed in like sardines. No way could we get our 40' (never mind the dinghy) in the perpendicular sites (not even are they diagonal) to the already narrow drive. Next morning a 5r had to have 2 cars moved and the moho next to him had to pull up just so he could wiggle out (he had 4 spotters)
Marie Wilkes
This was a small spot in the big horn National park. Pretty place but there are problems. WiFi sucked. I was at the farthest end from the office so that could have been why. But I was also 25 ft from the dumpster. I was there Thursday through Sunday and the dumpster was piled high. I had a few flies in my trailer 😕. The actual office/store was closed which sort of felt like no one has a handle on what was going down there. Several cabins, 4-5 tents that are not yurts and do not have AC (it was in the high 90s during the day) but are very nice. Laundry was one coin op washer and one coin op dryer and there was a line. Pretty place with a fire pit and a beautiful grassy lawn no t mobile service but that’s not really their fault. Two showers in the ladies room but no place to change privately like most campgrounds have and the curtains we a little too short so water was always on the floor of the toilet stall next to the shower. Toilets have a small hook and eye closure which failed as I say doing my business and another woman came in. She just yanked the door open. Embarrassing for all. It does look like they may be remodelling as the Windows look to have been replaced but not finished on the inside of the bathroom. I hope they frost the windows.
Chloe Hinson
Stayed in a "glamping" tent, not worth it. Pitch your own tent for cheaper as the set up ones let bugs in like crazy and dont even have the decency of a fan. Alright bed if the insects and heat let you get any sleep. Bathrooms generally cleaner than most campgrounds but worn out.