State Park
Dead Indian Campground
Shoshone National Forest · Cody, WY
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- Shoshone National Forest — official page
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- Address:Cody, WY
About
This campground hosts 10 campsites and a trailhead across State Highway 296. The trail climbs along Dead Indian Creek, through the Absaroka Wilderness, across Dead Indian Meadows, and up to the summit of Dead Indian Peak. 16-day stay limit Water: Not available This site is not accessible to persons with mobility impairments No cell service Notes: Adjacent corrals at trailhead across Hwy 296. Maximum spur 32 feet.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Dead Indian Campground
Dead Indian Creek to Dead Indian Meadow
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Dead Indian Trail North
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Upper Sunlight Falls
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Morrison Jeep Trail
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Little Sunlight Creek
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Chief Joseph Scenic Highway
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During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Wyoming hunting page
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