Newton Creek Campground
usfs · WY
- fuel station11 mi
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About
This campground hosts 31 sites near the Shoshone River, all of which contain RV parking, bear boxes, fire rings/grills, and picnic tables.. Nearby points of interest include Mummy Cave and a memorial to firefighters who died in the 1937 Blackwater Fire. There are two trails, one leading to a tural bridge and the other leading to the Firefighters Memorial. There is a 16-day stay limit, not accessible to persons with mobility impairments, and no cell service. Notes: Hard-sided camping only. Due to grizzly bear activity, no tents or pop-up campers allowed. Maximum spur 40 feet. Food storage is required.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 11 mi
fuel station
Pahaska Gas
- 0.8 mi
trailhead
Blackwater Trailhead
- 12 mi
attraction
Attraction
- 0.3 mi
recreation site
Newton Springs Picnic Site
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: BLACKWATER POND PARKING in Shoshone National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- WY
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

