18
Total Campsites
Campground
8
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Tie City Campground (WY)
Overview Tie City Campground is comprised of 17 campsites in a single tear-drop loop. Some sites are nestled in a dense grove of aspen, fir, and spruce while others are in a grassy meadow. This campground will have a mix of reservation sites and first-come, first-served sites for the 2024 season. If you are not reserving your site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by cash or check once you are at the campground. Recreation The Tie City trailhead leads to a network of challenging mountain bike trails, and is also used in the winter for cross country skiing. The South Fork of Lodgepole Creek runs close to the Tie City Campground and across the 719 road from Yellow Pine, which has good brook trout fishing. Facilities The Tie City trailhead leads to a network of challenging mountain bike trails, and is also used in the winter for cross country skiing. The South Fork of Lodgepole Creek runs close to the Tie City Campground and across the 719 road from Yellow Pine, which has good brook trout fishing. Natural Features The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompasses nearly 3 million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Lodgepole pine, aspen, fir, spruce, and shrubs dominate the landscape of the national forests. The Grassland boasts numerous species of grasses and wildflowers that add color to the landscape during warmer months. Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands. Nearby Attractions Vedauwoo Recreation Area is nearby. Vedauwoo is a group of spectacular granite rock formations rising out of the thin soils on Pole Mountain. The area is a popular destination for rock climbers, hikers, mountain bikers and others who enjoy numerous opportunities to follow their own spirit of play in this gorgeous natural landscape.
- 18 total campsites listed.
- 8 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (16).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes Tie City Campground (WY) special
There is something deeply satisfying about a campground that knows exactly what it is. Tie City Campground, set along a single teardrop loop near Laramie, Wyoming, offers 17 well-spaced sites nestled inside a dense grove of quaking aspen and subalpine fir. The effect is immediate -- you pull in, the canopy closes overhead, and the noise of the world drops to a whisper of wind through leaves. At roughly 8,800 feet in the Medicine Bow National Forest, the air is cool and clean, the nights are dark enough to make you forget your phone, and the surrounding landscape offers everything from easy nature walks to serious alpine scrambles. In autumn, the aspen grove transforms into a cathedral of gold that draws leaf-peepers from across the region, but the campground rarely feels crowded. Mornings here tend to start slowly, with coffee steam mixing into mountain mist, and that unhurried pace is exactly the point. Whether you are a weekend tent camper looking for a reliable base near Laramie or a road-tripper passing through southern Wyoming, Tie City delivers a simple, beautiful forest experience without pretense or complication.
Campsite Inventory
18 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
8
Reservable
0
Accessible
MANAGEMENT
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
WALK TO
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Check-in time
2:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Check-out time
1:00 AM, 1:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-in, N/A, Parallel, Pull-through
Driveway length (ft)
30, 34, 35, 38
Driveway surface
Gravel
Max guests
2, 8
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Shade
Yes
Site Access
Hike-In
Water Hookup
No
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
307-745-2300
Getting There
From Laramie, take Interstate 80 east 9.5 miles to WY 210 (Exit 323). Turn onto Exit 323 and go left at stop sign onto WY 210/ Happy Jack Rd, then 0.1 miles to Happy Jack Recreation Area sign. Turn left at sign (staying on WY 210) and go 1 mile to campground sign, then turn right.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Tie City Campground (WY).
How do reservations work for Tie City Campground (WY)?
Reservation availability for Tie City Campground (WY) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Tie City Campground (WY)?
Tie City Campground (WY) currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (16), MANAGEMENT (1), WALK TO (1).
Where is Tie City Campground (WY) located?
Tie City Campground (WY) is in Wyoming near Laramie. Coordinates: 41.2498, -105.4345.
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