Leave No Trace 
You must leave only footprints and take only memories when you go Bureau of Land Management camping. Ensure you clean up after yourself. Camp only on durable surfaces where others have camped before you. Never remove artifacts.
BLM Camping
Poison Creek Trail
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for 1 in every 10 acres of land in the U.S.
The Bureau of Land Management is a federal agency that administers and protects public lands by maintaining public trails, campgrounds, and wilderness areas. When exploring the Bighorn Mountain area, you can find great Bureau of Land Management campgrounds to stay at, and many explorers take advantage of the world-class mountain biking, climbing, fishing, and hiking opportunities that the area affords. One terrific option for a hike on BLM land is Poison Creek Trail, which is about 270 miles from Yellowstone National Park and about 300 miles from Grand Teton National Park. Poison Creek Trail allows hikers to walk through a mountain meadow near Buffalo, Wyoming. The trail offers stunning views of the Bighorn Mountains. Then, it descends steeply downhill to run along Poison Creek.
What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Sherd Lake Trail #046
The horseshoe-shaped Sherd Lake Trail #046 is rocky in places. This trail in Bighorn National Forest begins at the Circle Park Trailhead near Buffalo, Wyoming. Many people hike the part of the trail leading to the lake as an out-and-back trail without completing the remaining section. Length: 7.8 miles Intensity: Moderate
Circle Park Trail
The beginning of this out-and-back trail is very rocky. It can still be snowy along this trail in June. Hike about one mile to reach a beautiful pond, which is a scenic place for a picnic. Then, continue along the route, where you may need to walk on logs to complete water crossings. Length: 4.6 miles Intensity: Moderate
Lake Helen Trail
West Tensleep Lake, near the beginning of this trail, can be crossed by hopping from one rock to another most of the time. Then, this trail turns a slight left and meanders through a pine forest. Hiking this trail to its end brings you to Bald Ridge's windswept tundra in the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Length: 11.2 miles Intensity: Moderate
Fishing and Boating
Tie Hack Reservoir in the Bighorn Forest is a terrific place to fish for trout. It is also a fantastic place to go paddling. There is a campground nearby, and an easy-to-follow trail runs from the campground to the reservoir.
Climbing
Crazy Woman Canyon is a terrific place about 15 miles west of Buffalo to go single-pitch sport climbing. Aquaphobia is a favorite climb at this location in the eastern part of the Bighorn National Forest, which allows climbers to scramble up a waterfall. Another favorite is Outta the Drink, which enables climbers to climb a large boulder above Crazy Woman Creek.
Wildlife Viewing
The Bud Love Wildlife Habitat Management Area, located about six miles northwest of Buffalo, is fantastic for viewing wildlife. This is especially during the winter as about 500 elk, 200 mule deer, and some pronghorn antelope use this 7,900-acre facility as their winter home. Visitors may also see blue and ruffed grouse, wild turkey, pheasant, and Hungarian partridges.
Picnicking
Washington Memorial Park in Buffalo is an excellent place for a picnic under 100-year-old cottonwood trees. This park has a creekside horseshoe pit if you want some friendly competition after your picnic. There are many walking and fitness trails. Clear Creek runs through this park.
Bureau of Land Management Camping
RV Camping 
BLM RV camping is unavailable along the Poison Creek Trail, but there are many fantastic choices nearby in Bighorn National Forest. Circle Park Campground is about five miles outside of Buffalo near the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Doyle Campground is near Doyle Creek, and you will love this campground's meadow setting. Equestrians love camping at Hunter Campground because there are corrals, hitching rails, and an accessible mounting ramp. Campers staying at Lost Cabin Campground will enjoy camping under tall lodgepole pine trees.
Free Camping 
While Bureau of Land Management free camping options are hard to find in this area, there are great choices in Bighorn National Forest. Camping is allowed across the road from the parking lot near the Battle Park Trailhead and near the Elgin Park Trailhead. Dispersed camping is also allowed at the Bud Love Wildlife Management Area. Once you arrive in the area, search for "BLM camping near me" for more options.
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Planning your Poison Creek Trail BLM trip
Poison Creek Trail is in a remote location. Therefore, you should consider bringing a lantern with you if you think you might not leave the trail until after dark. You can choose between several styles. Gas-powered lanterns give off the most light, but they can be heavy. These lanterns give off fumes, and they should never be used in a confined space. Select options that have a dial to adjust the amount of light they give off, so you can adjust it depending on what you are doing. An alternative to gas-powered lanterns is electric ones. If this is your choice, be sure to bring extra batteries. They are usually lighter, and they come in different sizes. Make the most of your trip by checking out our blog for all you need to know about BLM camping.
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Poison Creek Trail Location
Go west from Buffalo on Highway 16 West. Then, turn south on Hazelton Road. Go approximately 0.7 miles and turn left on Forest Service Road 466. In about three miles, turn left on Billy Creek Road. Continue for about 3.5 miles, and you will see the trailhead and a parking lot. Address: Poison Creek Trail, Billy Creek Road, Buffalo, Wyoming 82834 Ready to visit Poison Creek Trail? An RV rental is a great way to experience your destination. Not only will you be close to all the action, but at the end of a long day exploring, you'll have your RV to return to for the night where you'll enjoy a full kitchen, bathroom, and nice soft bed. Not sure about renting an RV? Here's a step-by-step guide to renting an RV with RVshare.