Tsali Campground campground
Tsali Campground
The campground offers a variety of amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and flush toilets. While there are no hookups available, there is a dump station and potable water on site. The campground has 42 campsites, which are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and can accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers.
One interesting fact about the area is that it is named after Tsali, a Cherokee man who led a rebellion against the United States government in the 1800s. The Tsali Recreation Area is also home to a number of biking trails and horseback riding trails.
The best time to visit Tsali Campground is in the spring or fall, when temperatures are mild and the foliage is at its peak. The average temperature in the spring is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and in the fall it is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be aware that the campground is closed during the winter months due to inclement weather.
What's on-site at Tsali 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 Tsali Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsali | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tsali Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #73 Lone Pine | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Turkey Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| #98 Chambers Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tsali Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Tennessee River At Needmore | 698 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Bryson City | 857 cfs | → |
| Oconaluftee River At Birdtown | 265 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Barker's Creek | 363 cfs | → |
| Cheoah River Nr Bearpen Gap Nr Tapoco | 175 cfs | → |
| Little River Above Townsend | 132 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tsali Campground -- 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 | 3.3 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 | → |
| Brevard | 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
- Needmore Game Land
- Wilderness Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock
- Wilderness Citico Creek
- Wilderness Southern Nantahala
Boat launches
- Cable Cove Road, Fontana Dam
- Cable Cove Road Graham County
- Church Street Jackson County
- Fontana Road 12574, Robbinsville
- Highway 28, Fontana Dam
- 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
- Fontanna Overlook
- Calhoun House
- J. H. Kress Cabin
- Forney Ridge Overlook
- Clingmans Dome Visitor Center
- Clingmans Dome Overlook
Paddle runs
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- Polecat Branch To Snowbird Picnic Area
- Headwaters In Standing Indian Basin To Slackwater Of Natahala Lake
- Owlcamp Branch To Polecat Branch
- Headwaters Near Mitchell Lick To Owlcamp Branch
- 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 Tsali Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tsali Campground
Can I make reservations at Tsali 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 Tsali 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 Tsali Campground.