The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for 1 in every 10 acres of land in the U.S.
Seven Mountain in northwestern Wyoming is a beautiful place to go off-roading, horseback riding, walking, and mountain biking. As a parcel of land owned by the Bureau of Land Management, it's also a great spot for rustic camping. No reservations are required at this BLM site — you can enjoy the public lands by camping responsibly. Following the path at Seven Mountain brings you to the Shoshone River. The water in this 100-mile-long river empties into Buffalo Bill Dam. Seven Mountain is on the edge of Cody, Wyoming. This city is a splendid example of the towns that used to be found in many locations across the Western United States. Cody gets a lot of snow in the winter, so consider visiting this site in the summer. While visiting Cody, Wyoming, check out nearby Bureau of Land Management campgrounds. You can stay for up to two weeks in these campgrounds at a very reasonable fee or free. These campgrounds, often in remote areas, are usually surrounded by beautiful scenery. Bureau of Land Management sites are places the federal government owns to protect and manage public lands. These public lands can include hiking trails, bike paths, heritage sites and more. Unless expressly forbidden, you can camp on these public lands for up to 14 days. Some BLM sites have campgrounds while you can boondock at others. Therefore, you will want to search for BLM camping near me wherever you roam, including near Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park.
Bridal Veil Falls Trail in Shoshone National Forest starts at the Morrison Trailhead and ends at a 100-foot-tall waterfall. Spring is the perfect time to go on this hike because the water usually flows from the snow melting. Scrambling across the sediment at the end of this trail provides better views of the waterfall. Length: 3.5 miles Intensity: Moderate
This trail starts at the south end of the parking lot and runs down into a valley containing two small lakes. There are perfect rocks near the lakes to see if you can skip a stone across the water. There are some tent campsites near the lakes. Length: 3.2 miles Intensity: Moderate
Park in the Kepler Cascades Parking Lot to follow this trail at Yellowstone National Park. Start this hike by following the paved path along the Firehole River until it reaches the Lone Star Geyser. The geyser erupts about 12 feet in the air approximately every three hours. Length: 2.5 miles Intensity: Moderate
The North Fork of the Shoshone River is a fantastic place for a fishing adventure, with Yellowstone and rainbow trout being the primary species anglers catch. Anglers usually experience the best success when fishing between mid-June and mid-August. The best fishing places are found along Wyoming 14 from Cody to Buffalo Bill Dam.
Climbers looking for a unique winter climbing destination will want to head about 35 miles southwest of Cody. This area contains the highest concentration of frozen waterfalls in the continental United States that can be climbed. While there are more than 35 possibilities in the Shoshone National Forest's Washakie Wilderness, a favorite with many climbers is Broken Hearts, which you can easily access by parking along South Fork Road between Triptych and Deer creeks. This option can have up to seven pitches but usually has five.
Drive through the Big Horn Basin, located a short distance east of Cody, to spot wildlife. Follow Wyoming 14A between Sheridan and Lovell to see moose, mule deer, and black bears. End your adventure on the basin's northeast edge at the Pryor Mountain Mustang Center to see herds of wild mustangs grazing.
The Buffalo Center of the West is a beautiful spot for a picnic. Before and after your picnic, explore the five museums at this complex. Watch the raptor show at the Draper Natural History Museum, see over 10,000 weapons and related artifacts at the Cody Firearms Museum, learn more about Buffalo Bill at the Buffalo Bill Museum, and explore the culture of Native Americans in this area at the Plains Indians Museum.
Cody offers several places near Seven Mountain to go RV camping in campgrounds as it serves as the eastern gateway city to Yellowstone National Park. One attractive option for Bureau of Land Management camping is Five Springs Falls Campground, near Lovell. The RV sites are along the upper loop at this campground. Consider camping in the campgrounds in Shoshone National Forest. Big Game Campground offers 16 sites along the North Fork of the Shoshone River about 28 miles west of Cody. There are six sites at Deer Creek Campground, about 47 miles south of Cody. Another option within the forest is Eagle Creek Campground, which is about eight miles from the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park.
Bureau of Land Management free camping is unavailable at Seven Mountain, but beautiful free camping options are nearby. Hogan and Luce Campground offers free camping about 18 miles north of Cody, and there are hitching posts for horses. You can disperse camp in the parking lot at Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone, near the Shoshone River's shores.
When exploring rugged sections in this area, you need to stay bear-aware. You should carry bear spray with you when hiking and fishing. The main ingredient in bear spray is capsaicin. Look for options that have at least 1% capsaicinoids. Additionally, when choosing a spray, consider its spray distance. Before you head out on your trip, check out our blog for all you need to know about BLM camping.
The main principle of "Leave No Trace" is to clean up after yourself throughout your time camping. While BLM lands offer a fun, low-cost opportunity for camping, it's important to keep the area pristine for other visitors to enjoy. Please pack out all trash you generate and dispose of it in appropriate places.
Begin at downtown Cody, Wyoming, and take Sheridan Avenue east until you reach Bighorn Avenue. Turn north onto Cooper Lane East and turn north onto 44th Street. Turn north and drive until you reach Pat O'Hara Mountain Drive. Turn left and drive about three blocks until you reach 41st Street. You will see a parking lot, and the trail is across the street from it. Address: Seven Mountain, Pat O'Hara Mountain Drive, Cody, Wyoming 82414 Ready to visit Seven Mountain? 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.
