Tie Hack
Lodge pole pine shaded Tie Hack Campground is near a reservoir where canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and picnicking can be enjoyed. For the hiker, a trail to the reservoir starts at Site15. Circle Park Trailhead that leads to the Cloud Peak Wilderness, is 3 miles away. Scenic ATV and biking trails are accessible nearby, and kids love this campground with all its large rock formations.
THINGS TO KNOW
Getting Here:
Highway 14A, from Lovell, is extremely steep, a 10-percent grade and more, is winding, has several hairpin turns, and many blind corners. This is a challenging road during the summer season.
Weather:
You are at high elevations here in the Bighorn Mountains. Remember to bring warming clothing for evenings as it can become chilly.
Don't Move Firewood:
Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site.
Firewood for Sale at:
Host Site
Electrical Hook-ups:
None
Bathroom Facilities:
Outhouses with Vault Toilets
Elevation:
7,500 feet
20
# OF SITES
18 MAY
OPENING DATE
18 SEPT
CLOSING DATE
$20
COST PER NIGHT
Directions and Map
GPS Coordinates:
44.1633333, -107.2522222
44° 9' 47.9999" N, 107° 15' 7.9999" W
Driving 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.
Camping Info
Extra Car Fee: $10.00
Two non-towed vehicles may be parked per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle is charged an extra fee collected at the campground.
Firewood: $6.00/bundle
Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.
CLIMATE
TEMPERATURES
Spring temperatures range from 60°-70° F for the highs and 30°-45° F for the lows. Summer highs are in the 70°-80° F range with the lows reaching into the 40° F range.
RAINFALL
Most rain comes in May and June but come prepared for showers as they can happen all summer long.
SNOWFALL
Snow should be out of the mountains by early to mid May and shouldn't come around again until late September.