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Tie Hack

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Tie Hack, near Buffalo, Wyoming, is a charming campground tucked away in the Bighorn National Forest, perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape among the trees. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it offers a cozy atmosphere where you can unwind and enjoy nature.

The campground features clean pit toilets and drinking water from nearby spigots, making it convenient for campers. Visitors have noted the quiet ambiance, especially in the back loop, which feels secluded and serene. One camper mentioned, “We chose the back loop with only 4 spots which felt nicely quiet & secluded.”

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking trails and the stunning Tie Hack Reservoir, ideal for fishing and exploring. Campers have spotted moose and elk while venturing into the surrounding wilderness, adding to the adventure. As one reviewer put it, “We explored the off-road trails and saw a couple moose and elk.”

While there are no electric hookups or showers, the campground allows campfires, making it a great spot for roasting marshmallows under the stars. The friendly host, Peggy, has received praise for her helpfulness, ensuring that your stay is enjoyable. Whether you're looking to relax or explore, Tie Hack offers a welcoming retreat in the heart of Wyoming's natural beauty.

Description

National Forest

Bighorn National Forest

Overview

Tie Hack Campground is located close to Tie Hack Reservoir, just 15 miles west of Buffalo, Wyoming on the east side of scenic Cloud Peak Skyway, near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area. The Bighorn National Forest 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

Tie Hack Reservoir offers a great location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers cast for rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook trout. A short trail leads from the campground to the lake. The Circle Park Trailhead is 3 miles from the campground. This beautiful trail accesses numerous alpine lakes and two 12,000' peaks within the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Many additional hiking trails are available in the area. Scenic off-road driving is available on nearby Elgin Park, Pole Creek and Crazy Woman Canyon Roads. Hiking and mountain biking are allowed on these roads as well.

Facilities

Tie Hack Reservoir offers a great location for canoeing and fishing. Anglers cast for rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook trout. A short trail leads from the campground to the lake. The Circle Park Trailhead is 3 miles from the campground. This beautiful trail accesses numerous alpine lakes and two 12,000' peaks within the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Many additional hiking trails are available in the area. Scenic off-road driving is available on nearby Elgin Park, Pole Creek and Crazy Woman Canyon Roads. Hiking and mountain biking are allowed on these roads as well.

Natural Features

The campground is situated near the shore of scenic Tie Hack Reservoir at an elevation of 7,900 feet. A dense forest of lodgepole pine covers the campground. Rock outcroppings are found inside the campground and along the shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

South Fork Lodge is nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding, a fishing pond and a small store with fishing and camping supplies.

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 $10.00/day fee at the campground. <br><br>Firewood may be purchased from the campground host.

Location

Tie Hack is located in Wyoming

Detail location of campground

Directions

Take US Hwy. 16 west from Buffalo, Wyoming for about 12 miles. Then take Tie Hack Reservoir Road (FDR #21) about 0.5 miles to the campground.

Address

TIE HACK ROAD
Buffalo, WY 82834

Coordinates

44.2830556 N
106.9427778 W

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  • Tent Sites
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Features

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  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Sep. 8, 2023

Nice campground in the trees

Thought this was a nice little campground, turned up at 6pm in early September & still had a few spots remaining. We chose the back loop with only 4 spots which felt nicely quiet & secluded. Drinking water provided from a nearby spigot & pit toilets in good condition. Host Peggy was very nice!

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Reviewed Sep. 10, 2022

Host Peggy was very friendly and helpful

We enjoyed camping at Tie Hack. Some sites are very large. There are a few water spigots that are threaded. There’s no dump station. You’ll have to go to Leigh Creek Dump station at the summit on highway 16 or go to the town of Buffalo at the Cenex fuel station. This campground was nicely located. We explored the off road trails and saw a couple moose and elk. There are a few pit toilets in the campground. Plenty of trees and shade. Very quiet at night. Each site has a picnic table, a pile to hang your lantern and a fire pit.

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Month of VisitAugust
Tucker A.
Reviewed Jun. 21, 2021

Awesome stay

Great stay and met a group camping nearby and they were super hospitable. The reservoir was beautiful

Month of VisitJune
Justin F.
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2019

Tie hack

Went last week beautiful resavour camping and fishing. Only caught smaller Browns but has a cliff about 20 or 30 foot for cliff diving

Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 12, 2018

Quiet spot near hiking and a reservoir

 This was the first national forest campground I saw upon entering the Cloud Peak Wilderness side of the Bighorn Mountains. Site 15 was open and I set up camp. This site opens onto a rocky hill and forested area. I love this area enough to extend my stay to a week

There are vault toilets in each of the two loops. Many sites are reservable but some are kept for walk-in camping. The water is amazingly good. 

Explore the rocky mountain and let the kids discover new places. The Tie Hack reservoir can be found if you go far enough. This camp is close enough to Buffalo that you can get a good cell signal 5 minutes down the road. 

Suggestion: save the map of trails from Circle View trailhead. It’s a 3-4 mile drive from camp and has some spectacular hiking. I recommend going to Willow Lake if you have the energy. The map at the trailhead isn’t too accurate so get a copy first. Bonus: cell signal is strong at a large variety of places on the trail.

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Julie W.
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2016

Nice camp area.

We stayed here overnight on way to Devils Tower. We were able to make reservations in advance. The road we needed to turn on from the hwy could have been marked better. There was no cell service. The site was clean and very well maintained. The campground was nice and quiet. We did not use any of the facilities.

  • Review photo of Tie Hack by Julie W., August 20, 2016
  • Review photo of Tie Hack by Julie W., August 20, 2016
  • Review photo of Tie Hack by Julie W., August 20, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Tie Hack?

    Tie Hack allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Tie Hack?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Tie Hack, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Tie Hack?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Tie Hack?

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