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Bighorn National Forest Tie Flume Campground
Bighorn National Forest Tie Flume Campground, near Dayton, Wyoming, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. With its picturesque setting alongside the South Tongue River, you’ll find yourself surrounded by stunning mountain views and the soothing sounds of a nearby creek.
This campground offers a range of amenities, including picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for evening gatherings. Visitors have praised the cleanliness of the facilities, including the well-maintained pit toilets, making it a comfortable place to stay. One camper noted, “The campground is in a spectacular location,” highlighting the beauty of the surrounding meadows and wildlife, including elk and moose.
For outdoor adventurers, the Tie Flume Trail is just a short walk away, providing access to some great hiking opportunities. The area is also popular for ATV riding, so you might hear some engines buzzing by, but many find the overall atmosphere peaceful and relaxing. Just remember, there’s no cell service for miles, so come prepared with everything you need for your stay. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Bighorn National Forest Tie Flume Campground is a solid choice for a nature-filled getaway.
Description
US Forest Service
Bighorn National Forest
Overview
Tie Flume Campground is located just off the Bighorn Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14) near the Burgess Overlook and Woodrock areas at an elevation of 8,400 feet. The Bighorn National Forest, where the campground is located, offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving and a number of historic sites. The administering organization is Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: gccampgrounds13@gmail.com
Recreation
Off-road vehicle trails, scenic jeep roads, hiking, fishing and canoeing are available in the surrounding area. Diverse hikes vary from loop trails to treks along creeks and over mountain peaks; many trails access the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Nearby Sibley Lake is open to non-motorized craft and offers an accessible fishing dock on the shoreline. Anglers fish for rainbow, brown and brook trout.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the banks of the South Tongue River in the Bighorn Mountains, where craggy granite peaks rise over 13,000 feet above sea level. A forest of lodgepole pine covers the area, creating excellent wildlife habitat.
Nearby Attractions
Decades ago, many trees in the Tie Flume area were cut for railroad ties. Remnants of the old splash dams and tie flumes are found on the river around the campground. Shell Falls Visitor Center, at the overlook of Shell Falls, is about 18 miles southwest. This center offers interpretive trails, scenic views, and educational displays about natural features such as flora and fauna and area history. Bear Lodge, Elk View Inn and other nearby lodges provide guided horseback riding and fishing adventures, off-road vehicle rentals and fishing supplies, as well as dining options, showers and general stores. The Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite, near the town of Shell, is the largest of its kind in the state and one of only a few in the world from the Middle Jurassic Period. The tracks found here are approximately 167 million years old.
Charges & Cancellations
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This cancellation processing fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation processing fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
Fee Info
Two non-towed vehicles allowed per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle will be charged an extra $9.00/day fee at the campground. Firewood bundles may be purchased from the campground host.
Location
Bighorn National Forest Tie Flume Campground is located in Wyoming
Directions
From Dayton, Wyoming: Travel 26.5 miles west on U.S. Highway 14 to Burgess Junction. Take a left and continue 5 miles south on U.S. Highway 14, then turn east (right) onto Forest Road 26. Travel about 2 miles to the junction with Forest Road 16, where the campground is located.
Address
FOREST ROAD 234
Dayton, WY 82836
Coordinates
44.7152778 N
107.4613889 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 53 min from Billings
- 3 hrs 51 min from Casper
- 4 hrs 10 min from Bozeman
- 4 hrs 47 min from Rapid City
