Tie Hack Reservoir

Tie Hack Reservoir offers a scenic boat launch located 15 miles west of Buffalo, Wyoming in the Bighorn National Forest at 7,500 feet elevation. To access the ramp, take U.S. Highway 16 west from Buffalo for approximately 12 miles, then turn onto Forest Road 21 for about 0.5 miles to reach the campground and launch area. **Important restriction: No internal combustion motors are permitted on the reservoir**, making this an ideal spot for kayakers, canoeists, and non-motorized boaters.

The Tie Hack Campground offers convenient facilities with 20 camping sites plus 10 day-use picnic areas available on a reservable basis. Camping fees apply, with an additional $10/day charge for a second vehicle. Note that there is no cell service in the area, so download offline maps or bring printed directions before your visit. The site is administered by Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds; for reservations or information, call 406-587-9054.

The reservoir sits near the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area and offers a quieter paddling experience thanks to the no-motorized-boat policy. This location works well for day trips or multi-day camping excursions, with several other campgrounds nearby (Lost Cabin, Circle Park, and Hunter Campground within 10 miles). The area also provides hiking, fishing, and scenic driving opportunities throughout the 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;...

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.comRecreation
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
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.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).

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