Palisades Creek campground
Palisades Creek
Reservations are required at Palisades Creek camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot in advance. This ensures a stress-free camping experience, especially during peak seasons when the campground can be busy. It is advisable to make reservations early, as availability may be limited.
The best time to visit Palisades Creek camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is mild and ideal for outdoor activities. The campground offers fishing opportunities along the Palisades Creek, known for its trout population. Hiking enthusiasts can explore various trails nearby, such as the Lower Palisades Lake Trail, offering stunning views of the surrounding natural landscapes.
While enjoying the camping area, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters, as the area is home to bears and other wildlife. Campers should practice proper food storage techniques to prevent attracting animals to their campsites, ensuring a safe experience for both humans and wildlife.
What's on-site at Palisades Creek
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 Palisades Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palisades Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Riverside Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Calamity | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Calamity Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Big Elk | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Palisades Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River Nr Irwin Id | 13,400 cfs | → |
| Fish Creek At Wilson | 438 cfs | → |
| Greys River Ab Reservoir Nr Alpine Wy | 928 cfs | → |
| Snake River Ab Reservoir Nr Alpine Wy | 8,630 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Bel Cache Creek | 118 cfs | → |
| Grays Lake Outlet Nr Herman Id | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Palisades Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mount Baird - Snow | 59.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Pine Creek Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pine Creek Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Milepost 12 Snow Study Plot | 5.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Phillips Bench Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Jedediah Smith Wilderness
- Emily Stevens Park
- Powderhorn Park
- Karns Meadow Park
- Smith's Park
- Mateosky Park
Boat launches
- Big Elk Creek Road 100, Bonneville County
- Spring Creek Boat Ramp Swan Valley
- Conant Valley Boat Ramp
- Alpine
- Sheep Gulch Boating Site
- Taco Hole Kayak Access
Fishing spots
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 Palisades Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Palisades Creek
Can I make reservations at Palisades Creek?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Palisades Creek?
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 Palisades Creek.