#77 Pilkey Creek campground
#77 Pilkey Creek
The campground is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, with well-maintained campsites and clean restroom facilities. It provides campers with access to Pilkey Creek, allowing for various recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The area also offers hiking trails that lead to stunning viewpoints, perfect for nature enthusiasts.
The best time to visit #77 Pilkey Creek camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and comfortable. Summers can be quite hot and humid, while winters may bring cold temperatures. It is advisable to check the weather forecast before planning your trip.
While enjoying your stay at Pilkey Creek camping area, it is essential to be aware of your surroundings and take precautions. Be cautious of wildlife in the area, such as bears, and properly store food to prevent attracting them. Additionally, mosquito repellent is recommended due to the presence of insects.
Overall, #77 Pilkey Creek camping area provides a serene and peaceful camping experience with its beautiful surroundings and outdoor activities.
What's on-site at #77 Pilkey 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 #77 Pilkey Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| #78 Double Island | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #81 North Shore | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #76 Kirkland Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #85 Sawdust Pile | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #84 Sugar Fork | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of #77 Pilkey Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Tennessee River At Needmore | 369 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Bryson City | 513 cfs | → |
| Cheoah River Nr Bearpen Gap Nr Tapoco | 130 cfs | → |
| Little River Above Townsend | 88 cfs | → |
| Oconaluftee River At Birdtown | 181 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Barker's Creek | 193 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of #77 Pilkey Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryson City 4 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Found Gap | 6.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gatlinburg | 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
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Wilderness Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock
- Needmore Game Land
- Wilderness Citico Creek
- National Conservation Area Tellico Lake - Chota Unit
Boat launches
- Cable Cove Road, Fontana Dam
- Cable Cove Road Graham County
- Fontana Road 12574, Robbinsville
- Highway 28, Fontana Dam
- Meadow Branch Road Graham County
- Massey Branch Road 1184, Robbinsville
Fishing spots
- Augerhole Branch
- Birchfield Branch
- Massey Branch Fishing Pier
- Santeetlah Lake
- Citico Creek
- Indian Boundary Lake
Points of interest
- Calhoun House
- J. H. Kress Cabin
- Fontanna Overlook
- Carter Shields Cabin
- Lone Grove Overlook
- Bunting Branch Overlook
Paddle runs
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- Polecat Branch To Snowbird Picnic Area
- Owlcamp Branch To Polecat Branch
- Headwaters Near Mitchell Lick To Owlcamp Branch
- Headwaters In Standing Indian Basin To Slackwater Of Natahala Lake
- Headwaters Near Graham County Line To Nc/Tn State Line
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 #77 Pilkey Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About #77 Pilkey Creek
Can I make reservations at #77 Pilkey 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 #77 Pilkey 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 #77 Pilkey Creek.