Tie Flume

Bighorn National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WORLAND, WY, WY

Price: From $20.5 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (115 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tie-flume to be notified when sites open up.

Highly-rated (4.7/5) secluded National Forest campground in the scenic Big Horn Mountains at 8,400 feet elevation with large, flat paved sites and quiet nighttime atmosphere well off the highway.

Wildlife alert: Elk, Moose, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Mountain Bluebird, and Dark-eyed Junco documented in the area

Insider tips for Tie Flume: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited sites Sites feature paved areas for fire pits and picnic tables; well-maintained facilities Bring self-contained RV setup as there are no hookups available

Skip Tie Flume if: You need RV hookups — none available at sites. You visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You prefer high-amenity campgrounds — amenities are rustic and minimal.

Best time to visit Tie Flume: July-September — Campground operates May through October; mid-to-late summer offers optimal conditions during the established season.

Nearby campgrounds: Owen Creek (WORLAND, WY), Dead Swede (WORLAND, WY), Prune Creek (WORLAND, WY), Sibley Lake (WORLAND, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Tie Flume

Cell signal at Tie Flume (WORLAND, WY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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WORLAND, WY, WY★ 4.3 (115 reviews)From $20.5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV80 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — none available at sites✕ You visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer high-amenity campgrounds — amenities are rustic and minimal

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited sites

Sites feature paved areas for fire pits and picnic tables; well-maintained facilities

Bring self-contained RV setup as there are no hookups available

Best: July-September

Campground operates May through October; mid-to-late summer offers optimal conditions during the established season

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk, Moose, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Mountain Bluebird, and Dark-eyed Junco documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

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.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Bighorn National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Bighorn National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Tie Flume cost per night?+
Tie Flume costs $20.5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Tie Flume open?+
Tie Flume is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Tie Flume have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Tie Flume?+
Tie Flume can accommodate RVs up to 80 feet.
How do I make reservations at Tie Flume?+
Tie Flume is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Tie Flume?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Tie Flume is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Tie Flume open, and what are check-in times?+
Tie Flume is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20.5 /night★ 4.3 (115)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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