#50 Lower Chasteen Creek campground
#50 Lower Chasteen Creek
Reservations are accepted at #50 Lower Chasteen Creek camping area, ensuring campers can secure their spot in advance. It is advisable to make a reservation, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time to visit this campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and enjoyable. It is important to note that the camping area does not provide electricity hookups, so campers should come prepared with alternative power sources if needed.
While visiting #50 Lower Chasteen Creek camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife, including bears, and take necessary precautions to store food properly. It is recommended to practice Leave No Trace principles, ensuring minimal impact on the environment. With its beautiful scenery, well-maintained amenities, and the opportunity to explore surrounding trails, #50 Lower Chasteen Creek camping area is a great destination for nature lovers seeking a memorable camping experience.
What's on-site at #50 Lower Chasteen 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 #50 Lower Chasteen Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokemont Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Smokemont Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Smokemont - Smoky Mountains National Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| #48 Upper Chasteen | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tow String Horse Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of #50 Lower Chasteen Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oconaluftee River At Birdtown | 954 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Bryson City | 2,180 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Barker's Creek | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Cataloochee Creek Near Cataloochee | 253 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R Bl Power Plant Nr Waterville | 2,190 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River Near Hepco | 1,540 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of #50 Lower Chasteen Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Found Gap | 7.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bryson City 4 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gatlinburg | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brevard | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dillard 0.7 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Germany Valley | 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
- Swain County Park
- Sevierville City Park
- Needmore Game Land
- Cold Mountain Game Land
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Wilderness Middle Prong
Boat launches
- Church Street Jackson County
- Great Smoky Mountains Expressway 5453, Jackson County
- North Lakeshore Drive 103, Haywood County
Fishing spots
- Birchfield Branch
- Augerhole Branch
- Bear Creek Lake
- Allen Branch Pond
- Massey Branch Fishing Pier
- Santeetlah Lake
Points of interest
- Raven Fork Overlook
- Ballhoot Scar Overlook
- Oconaluftee Visitor Center
- Joe Queen House
- Floyd/Enloe Barn (Mountain Farm Museum)
- History Exhibit Overlook
Paddle runs
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Headwaters In Standing Indian Basin To Slackwater Of Natahala Lake
- Polecat Branch To Snowbird Picnic Area
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 #50 Lower Chasteen Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About #50 Lower Chasteen Creek
Can I make reservations at #50 Lower Chasteen 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 #50 Lower Chasteen 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 #50 Lower Chasteen Creek.