Bighorn Scenic Byway
Visitor Services
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Fees Forest Service campground fees apply. Some private facilities may also require fees. |
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities There are currently no dedicated bike or pedestrian facilities for traveling the byway. However, numerous trailheads for hiking and... [more] |
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Camping Depending on the weather, campgrounds begin to open around mid-May. Most facilities have drinking water, refuse containers, toilets,... [more] |
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Information Information can be found at both the Shell Creek and Burgess Junction Visitor Centers. Shell Falls Visitor Center has a staffed... [more] |
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Restrooms Restrooms can be found at the Burgess Junction Visitor Center. |
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Retail Books and maps can be purchased at the Burgess Junction Visitor Center and Shell Falls Visitor Center. |
NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.
Special Considerations
Because this is a popular route, the byway is kept open year-round. Watch for snowmobilers in winter and wildlife at all times.
Restrictions
Winter conditions may close sections of the route for short periods of time, but this is rare.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Summer offers the best scenic opportunities.
- Winter
An abundance of winter recreation makes the byway popular in the winter.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Bighorn Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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