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Black Canyon Boat-In Campground Closed for Season

Black bear standing in a rocky campground with picnic tables and bear boxes around it. Pine trees cover the background.
Black Bear at Black Canyon

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News Release Date: August 30, 2022

Contact: David Moore, 406-666-3302

The Black Canyon boat-in camping site will be closed effective immediately (8/30/22) due to numerous sightings of two juvenile black bears; these bears are extremely habituated to humans and are aggressive. To decrease the chances of a human – bear conflict, the recreation area has decided to close the Black Canyon Campground beginning August 30th for the remainder of the 2022 season. Please continue to be bear aware while recreating at Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.

Tags: campground closure black bears


Last updated: September 1, 2022

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Mailing Address:

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area South District Visitor Center
20 US Hwy 14A
Lovell, WY 82431

Phone:

307 548-5406
(307) 548-5406 is the South District in Lovell, WY. (406) 666-9961 is the North District in Fort Smith, MT.

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