Penn Creek campground
Penn Creek
Reservations are accepted at Penn Creek camping area, allowing visitors to secure their spot in advance. This is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to get crowded. It is advisable to make reservations to guarantee availability during desired dates.
The best time to visit Penn Creek camping area is during the spring and summer months when the weather is pleasant, and nature is at its finest. This is an excellent time for activities like hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. It is essential to check the weather conditions before planning a trip to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience.
While exploring Penn Creek camping area, campers should be cautious of the local wildlife, such as snakes and ticks. It is recommended to wear appropriate clothing and use insect repellent to minimize encounters with these creatures. Additionally, campers should follow all safety guidelines, including properly extinguishing fires and respecting the campground rules to contribute to a safe and enjoyable environment for all visitors.
What's on-site at Penn 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 Penn Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Mountain Beaver Pond | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| West Palisade Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| East Palisade Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Beach Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| South Beaver River | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Penn Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Knife River Near Two Harbors | 86 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 992 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi R Abv White Iron Lake Nr Ely | 1,610 cfs | → |
| Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 649 cfs | → |
| Whittlesey Creek Near Ashland | 15 cfs | → |
| North Fish Creek Near Moquah | 55 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Penn Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Ridge Environ Learning Center | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Two Harbors | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Isabella 14w | 19.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brimson 2.0 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brimson 2s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tofte 0.9 Sw | 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
- Tettgouche State Park
- Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
- Gooseberry Falls State Park
- George H. Crosby Manitou State Park
- Caribou Falls State Wayside
- Flood Bay State Wayside
Boat launches
- Lax Lake Public Water Access
- Gitchi-Gami State Trail Lake County
- Lake County
- Wanless Road Lake County
- Stewart Lk Road Lake County
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 Penn Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Penn Creek
Can I make reservations at Penn 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 Penn 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 Penn Creek.