Cave entrance surrounded by Wyoming wilderness at golden hour

Johnson County, Wyoming

Sleep Inside a Real Cave — Wake Up to Silence That Feels Like Yours

Tucked into the rugged beauty of eastern Wyoming, Outlaw Cave Campground offers an experience you won't find anywhere else. Cool stone walls, crackling fire pits, and skies so dark with stars they look like they've been turned up to full brightness.

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1872 Natural Cave System
7,500+ Acres of Wilderness
Zero Cell Service
Warm campfire glow inside the cave campground at night
Sunset over the Johnson County canyon landscape
Est. in the Heart
of the Frontier

Our Story

A Place That Remembers the Old West

Long before GPS coordinates and paved roads, this was a place travelers whispered about — a natural limestone cavern that offered shelter, cool water, and a moment of peace in an unforgiving landscape.

Outlaw Cave Campground sits on land that has stood unchanged for millennia. The cave itself was carved by water and time, and for generations it served as a refuge for pioneers, ranchers, and those who needed a break from the open range.

Today, we keep that spirit alive. No Wi-Fi. No TVs. No rush. Just you, the stone, and the kind of quiet that reminds you what your own thoughts sound like. Whether you're here for a single night or a whole week, you'll leave feeling like you've been somewhere real — somewhere that hasn't been redesigned for comfort, but preserved for truth.

Authentic cave lodging
Unplugged & screen-free
Family & group friendly
Dark-sky certified area

The Caves

Your Stone Sanctuary Awaits

Each cave is unique — carved by nature, shaped by time, and prepared with care for your stay.

Warm interior of the Main Cave with stone walls and ambient lighting
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The Main Cave

Our largest and most accessible cave, featuring soaring stone ceilings, a cozy fire pit, and enough room for a full group to gather around the flames. Sleep under a natural stone roof — literally.

  • Sleeps 6–8
  • Fire pit included
  • Natural stone seating
Intimate smaller cave chamber with soft rope lighting

The Quiet Cave

A snug, intimate space perfect for couples or small families. The walls here are closest, the silence deepest, and the stars visible through a natural opening in the ceiling — a built-in observatory.

  • Sleeps 2–4
  • Star-viewing opening
  • Candlelit ambiance
Cave entrance at dusk with warm lantern light spilling out

The Outlaw's Roost

Named for its rugged history, this cave offers the most dramatic setting on the property. Perched above the canyon edge, it's where the wind sings and the sun sets in colors you won't believe.

  • Sleeps 4–6
  • Canyon-edge view
  • Private fire circle

The Experience

More Than a Campground —
A Return to Something Real

Stargazing Like Never Before

With zero light pollution, the Milky Way stretches across the sky like a spilled river of diamonds. Bring a blanket, lie back, and forget everything you thought you knew about the night.

Fire Pit Evenings

Gather around the stone fire pit as the temperature drops and the canyon comes alive with sounds you've never noticed. Roast marshmallows, share stories, or simply listen to the crackle.

Trailhead to Nowhere (In a Good Way)

Hike trails that wind through sagebrush, past ancient rock formations, and into canyons where the only footprints are your own. Every path leads somewhere new and wonderfully untamed.

Breakfast in the Cave

Morning light filters through the cave entrance and paints the stone in gold. Coffee in hand, you'll understand why people call this the best wake-up they've ever had.

Guided History Walks

Learn about the outlaws, ranchers, and pioneers who found shelter in these very caves. Our guides share stories that make the stone walls feel alive with history.

Reconnect, For Real

No screens. No notifications. No rush. Just the people you came with and the kind of conversation that only happens when there's nothing else to do.

Get in Touch

Ready to Escape?
Let's Make It Happen

Call us to check availability and reserve your cave. We're a small operation, so we recommend booking early — especially for weekend stays.

Call Us (307) 684-1100
Location Unnamed Rd, Johnson County 82639
Office Hours Mon–Sun: 8 AM – 8 PM MT

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