Holly Flats Campground
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Holly Flats
Reservations are accepted at Holly Flats, ensuring a stress-free camping experience. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can fill up quickly. The best time to visit Holly Flats is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild, making it ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
While staying at Holly Flats, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly with bears. It is important to properly store food in bear-proof containers and avoid leaving any food or trash unattended. Additionally, the campground is prone to occasional heavy rainfall, so campers should be prepared for potential wet conditions and pack appropriate gear.
In summary, Holly Flats camping area in Tennessee offers a variety of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the spring and fall. However, campers should be mindful of wildlife encounters, particularly with bears, and prepare for potential rainfall during their stay.
What's on-site at Holly Flats
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 Holly Flats, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Flat Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Carlton Flat | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cal-Ida Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fiddle Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Fiddle Creek | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cal Ida | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Holly Flats -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 132 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Smartville Ca | 12 cfs | → |
| Spanish C A Quincy Ca | 12 cfs | → |
| Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca | 20 cfs | → |
| Little Truckee R Bl Div Dam Nr Sierraville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca | 545 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Holly Flats -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grass Valley No. 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blue Canyon | 21.0 in | 3.0 in | → |
| Blue Canyon Alert | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Meadow Lk Snow Course | 21.2 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Soda Springs 1.5 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Css Lab | 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
- Plumas National Forest
- Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
- Kalithea Park
- National Wild And Scenic River Feather, California
- South Yuba River State Park
- Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Boat launches
- Mooreville
- Bullards Bar Reservoir (Dark Day )
- Smokey Lane 44-50, Alleghany
- Bullards Bar Reservoir (Cottage Creek )
- Peninsula Road, Strawberry Valley
- Plumas County
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Sierra County Sheriff's Gallows
- Alleghany Road
- Downieville Museum
- Frank C. Reilly Museum
- Illinois Bar
- Edwards Crossing
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of North Yuba River (Sec 10, T20n, R13 E) To One-Eighth Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Cherokee Creek
- Confluence With South Fork Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Yuba River
- Slate Reservoir To North Yuba River
- One-Eighth Mile Downstream From Confluence With Cherokee Creek To One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek
- One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek To Bullards Bar Reservoir Spillway (Elevation 1902 Feet)
- Headwaters To Slate Reservoir
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 Holly Flats as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Holly Flats
Can I make reservations at Holly Flats?
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 Holly Flats?
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 Holly Flats.