Tie Hack
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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
19 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | 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. Firewood may be purchased from the campground host. |
| Accessibility | Sites 020 Host, 001, 002, 003 and 14 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers single-family sites, which can accommodate a maximum of 8 people at one time. If your party includes more guests, there is group camping available at nearby Willow Park, Hettinger, Ranger Creek Recreation Area and Pine Island. Two sites at the campground meet accessibility standards and all sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are also provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Memorial Day - Labor Day |
| Forest | Bighorn National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line. |
| Fees | $22 per night. Additional vehicle $10. Limit 2 vehicles per site and 8 people per site. 13 reservable sites. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit, electric motors only on Tie Hack Reservoir |
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Buffalo, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44.2831° N, 106.9428° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The administering organization is Rustic Freedom / Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; e-mail: [email protected]
Charges and cancellations
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).
Fire nearby
- WildfirePk
35 mi from the campground · 1,645 acres · 85% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Leigh Creek RV Dump Station ↗ | 11.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 33.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.8 miCircle Park ATV0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miTie Hack1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miCamp Roberts1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miElgin1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.1 miSherd Lake Loop ↗7.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miCross H Horse Trails1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.1 miCircle Park TH ↗Bighorn National Forest
- 2.4 miElgin Park TH ↗Bighorn National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Bighorn National Forest begins about 4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4 miBighorn National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,112,948 acres
- 5.7 miCloud Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 191,914 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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On the National Register nearby
- Carnegie Public LibraryBuilding · Buffalo · 12.8 mi
- Johnson County CourthouseBuilding · Buffalo · 12.8 mi
- Methodist Episcopal ChurchBuilding · Buffalo · 12.8 mi
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.
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.
Nearby
South Fork Lodge is nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding, a fishing pond and a small store with fishing and camping supplies.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tie Hack?
Sites at Tie Hack are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Tie Hack?
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. Firewood may be purchased from the campground host.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tie Hack?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Tie Hack open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Tie Hack have?
20 sites, including 19 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tie Hack?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Tie Hack?
Yes, pets are allowed at Tie Hack. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Tie Hack?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. 14 day stay limit, electric motors only on Tie Hack Reservoir
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Tie Hack?
Sites 020 Host, 001, 002, and 003 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 18 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Tie Hack?
Tie Hack Reservoir offers a great location for canoeing and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tie Hack?
Buffalo, Wyoming. South Fork Lodge is nearby, offering dining options, lodging, guided horseback riding, a fishing pond and a small store with fishing and camping supplies.
Source: Getting there
What if Tie Hack is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Fork (Wyoming) (0.2 mi), Hettinger Group Area (1.1 mi), and Middle Fork (1.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby