Stoney Creek Trail Camp campground
Stoney Creek Trail Camp
Reservations are accepted at Stoney Creek Trail Camp, allowing you to secure your spot ahead of time. This ensures you will have a guaranteed place to set up camp and eliminates any uncertainties. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons when the campground can get crowded.
The best time to visit Stoney Creek Trail Camp is during the warmer months, particularly from spring to early fall. This is when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. However, it is essential to check weather forecasts and be prepared for sudden changes in the weather, as Michigan can experience unpredictable conditions.
When camping at Stoney Creek Trail Camp, be cautious of wildlife in the area. As with any camping trip, it is crucial to store food securely to avoid attracting animals. Additionally, remember to practice leave-no-trace principles, ensuring the preservation and cleanliness of the campground and its surrounding environment. Overall, Stoney Creek Trail Camp offers a serene camping experience with essential amenities, making it an excellent choice for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Stoney Creek Trail Camp
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 Stoney Creek Trail Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoney Creek Trail Camp - State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Aloha State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Onaway State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Black Lake State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Lake Trail Camp - Mackinaw State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Stoney Creek Trail Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sturgeon River At Wolverine | 301 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt | 97 cfs | → |
| Jordan River Near East Jordan | 216 cfs | → |
| Thunder Bay River At Herron Road Near Bolton | 659 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,340 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,290 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Stoney Creek Trail Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt 11ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cheboygan | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Petoskey Ncmc | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Harbor Springs 0.7 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gaylord | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gaylord 4.1 S | 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
- Aloha State Park
- Onaway State Park
- Burt Lake State Park
- Cheboygan State Park
- Petoskey State Park
- Bear River 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 Stoney Creek Trail Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stoney Creek Trail Camp
Can I make reservations at Stoney Creek Trail Camp?
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 Stoney Creek Trail Camp?
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 Stoney Creek Trail Camp.