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Afterbay Fishing Access Site

Afterbay Fishing Access Site is the first public access point below Yellowtail Dam on the Bighorn River, featuring a well-maintained boat ramp with overflow parking for busy days and established wade fishing access.

The site includes an adjacent campground with 29 year-round sites equipped with tables, fire rings, vault restrooms, drinking water, and an RV dump station.

This is the primary launch point for drift boat floats and wade fishing on the upper 13 miles of river, though expect significant congestion during peak season (April-October) when lines of boats often queue to launch.


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