Bear Creek Hunt Camp campground
Bear Creek Hunt Camp
Reservations are not accepted at Bear Creek Hunt Camp, making it a first-come, first-served campground. As a popular destination, it is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a camping spot. The best time of year to visit this campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and ideal for outdoor activities.
While exploring Bear Creek Hunt Camp, campers can engage in various recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The surrounding area offers beautiful trails and tranquil fishing spots. However, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters and to adhere to proper safety precautions, such as storing food properly and avoiding close contact with wild animals.
In conclusion, Bear Creek Hunt Camp in North Carolina provides campers with a serene and picturesque camping experience. With its amenities, first-come, first-served policy, and abundance of recreational activities, it is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Just remember to plan your visit during the optimal seasons and remain cautious of wildlife during your stay.
What's on-site at Bear Creek Hunt 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 Bear Creek Hunt Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Cove Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horse Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wolf Laurel Hunters Camp Fdr#81f | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rattler Ford Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rattler Ford Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bear Creek Hunt Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cheoah River Nr Bearpen Gap Nr Tapoco | 258 cfs | → |
| Tellico River At Tellico Plains | 220 cfs | → |
| Valley River At Tomotla | 191 cfs | → |
| Little River Above Townsend | 247 cfs | → |
| Little Tennessee River At Needmore | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Maryville | 320 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bear Creek Hunt Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryson City 4 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gatlinburg | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New Found Gap | 7.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dillard 0.7 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kingston | 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
- Wilderness Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock
- Wilderness Citico Creek
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- National Conservation Area Tellico Lake - Chota Unit
- Wilderness Bald River Gorge
- Fort Loudoun State Recreation Area
Boat launches
- Slickrock Creek Trail Monroe County
- Joyce Kilmer Road 1920, Robbinsville
- Joyce Kilmer Road 1986, Graham County
- Meadow Branch Road Graham County
- Calderwood Highway Blount County
- Highway 28, Fontana Dam
Fishing spots
- Santeetlah Lake
- Citico Creek
- Massey Branch Fishing Pier
- Augerhole Branch
- Indian Boundary Lake
- Birchfield Branch
Points of interest
- Sawmill Ridge Overlook
- Happy Valley Gap Overlook
- Henry Whitehead House
- John P. Cable Barn
- Abrams Ridge Overlook
- Becky Cable House
Paddle runs
- Polecat Branch To Snowbird Picnic Area
- Owlcamp Branch To Polecat Branch
- Headwaters Near Mitchell Lick To Owlcamp Branch
- Headwaters Near Graham County Line To Nc/Tn State Line
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 48.0) To Tn360 Bridge (Rm 30.0)
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
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 Bear Creek Hunt Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bear Creek Hunt Camp
Can I make reservations at Bear Creek Hunt 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 Bear Creek Hunt 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 Bear Creek Hunt Camp.