Initial Creek Campground campground
Initial Creek Campground
Reservations are not accepted at Initial Creek Campground, meaning it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. This allows for a more adventurous and spontaneous camping experience, but it's important to arrive early during peak seasons to secure a campsite.
The best time to visit Initial Creek Campground is during the summer months when the weather is mild and ideal for outdoor activities. This is a great time to enjoy hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting in the surrounding area. However, it's important to be cautious of bears and other wildlife, and always practice proper food storage to prevent any unwanted encounters. Overall, Initial Creek Campground provides a serene and beautiful setting for camping, offering a true escape into nature.
What's on-site at Initial Creek Campground
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 Initial Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Woodbine | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Woodbine Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Meyers Creek Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chippy Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Initial Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West Rosebud Creek Near Roscoe Mt | 79 cfs | → |
| Soda Butte Cr At Park Bndry At Silver Gate | 173 cfs | → |
| Stillwater River Near Absarokee Mt | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Boulder River At Big Timber Mt | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River Near Livingston Mt | 8,020 cfs | → |
| Red Lodge Cr Ab Cooney Re Nr Boyd Mt | 19 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Initial Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placer Basin | 18.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Placer Basin | 18.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| East Boulder Mine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| East Boulder Mine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Box Canyon | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Box Canyon | 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
- Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park
- North Absaroka Wilderness
- Wilderness Absaroka-Beartooth
- Mike Webb Park
- Custer National Forest
- Cooney State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters, Sec. 9, T9s, R14e
- Custer Forest Boundary, Sec. 15, T5s, R15e To Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary
- Bad Canyon Creek
- Miller Creek, Sec. 13, T4s, R21e To Bramble Creek, Sec. 26, T5s, R12e
- Blakley Creek, Sec. 26, T4s, R12e To Miller Creek, Sec 13, T4s, R21e
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 Initial Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Initial Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Initial Creek Campground?
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 Initial Creek Campground?
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 Initial Creek Campground.