Clear Creek Recreation Area campground
Clear Creek Recreation Area
The campground provides various amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. These include spacious campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean restrooms and showers. Additionally, there are hiking trails, a playground, and a sandy beach area for recreational activities. It is worth noting that reservations are required for campsites at Clear Creek Recreation Area, so it is recommended to plan ahead and secure a spot.
The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can be hot and humid, while winters can be chilly. It is also important to be aware of occasional heavy rainfall, as this can lead to flooding in certain areas of the campground. Visitors should keep an eye on weather forecasts and be cautious during inclement weather. Overall, Clear Creek Recreation Area offers a well-maintained campground with various amenities, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing camping experience in Alabama.
What's on-site at Clear Creek Recreation Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Clear Creek Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corinth Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Brushy Lake Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brushy Lake Recreational Area Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Claymore Camp #1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wolf Pen Hunters Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Clear Creek Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Creek Near Manchester Al | 64 cfs | → |
| Clear C At New Hope Church Nr Poplar Springs | 201 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork At Cordova Al | 1,610 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Above Parrish | 128 cfs | → |
| Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al | 64 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia | 363 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- William B Bankhead National Forest
- Wilderness Sipsey
- Rickwood Caverns State Park
- Sportsman Lake Park
- John Bensko Park
- Sparkman Park
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Clear Creek Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Clear Creek Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Clear Creek Recreation Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Clear Creek Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Clear Creek Recreation Area.