Indian Point (FR 556) in WY -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Wyoming
Indian Point (FR 556) in WY
A 7.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Fremont County, WY. The road is open seasonally, May 15 to December 16.
Shoshone National Forest, Wind River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 16-day limit.
All 7.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.9 miles). Climbs 3,000 ft over 7.9 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 29%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.2 miles off. Mud Lake lies 0.2 mi off. Mount Kent stands 1,319 ft above the site, 3.2 miles northeast. The nearest town, Fort Washakie, is 57 mi off.
September normals 28–59°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Shoshone National Forest, Wind River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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