Virginia Hawkins Campsite campground
Virginia Hawkins Campsite
Nearby points of interest include hiking trails through the woods, fishing in the river, and exploring the nearby town of Lansing. The campsite itself offers various amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, and access to a bathhouse.
This campsite operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, so there is no need to make a reservation ahead of time. The area has 21 campsites and can accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Cherokee tribe, and artifacts from their settlements can still be found in the surrounding forests.
The best time of year to visit the Virginia Hawkins Campsite would be during the summer months, from June to August, when the temperatures average around 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 55 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, visitors should be aware of the occasional thunderstorms that roll through the area during this time.
What's on-site at Virginia Hawkins Campsite
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 Virginia Hawkins Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Fork Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rock Creek Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Toxaway Creek Campsites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bear Creek Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Heath Pine Ridge Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Virginia Hawkins Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| French Broad River At Rosman | 63 cfs | → |
| South Saluda River Near Cleveland | 24 cfs | → |
| Twelvemile Creek Near Liberty | 47 cfs | → |
| Davidson River Near Brevard | 38 cfs | → |
| Middle Saluda River Near Cleveland | 15 cfs | → |
| French Broad River At Blantyre | 283 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Virginia Hawkins Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brevard | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cleveland 3 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dillard 0.7 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Germany Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Anderson | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fountain Inn 2 Sw | 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
- Gorges State Park
- Pisgah National Forest
- Devils Fork State Park
- Keowee-Toxaway State Park
- Toxaway Game Land
- State Park Jones Gap
Boat launches
- Cabin Road 398, Pickens County
- Devils Fork Road Oconee County
- White Oak Hill Road Oconee County
- Crow Creek Access Road Pickens County
- Landing Road Oconee County
- Fall Creek Landing
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Spoonauger Falls
- Courthouse Valley Overlook
- Fetterbush Overlook
- Mount Hardy Overlook
- Herrin Knob Pullout
- Devils Courthouse Overlook
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Sloan's Bridge Crossing, Crossing Of Sc 107
- Sloan's Bridge Crossing To 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
- 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery To 1/4 Mile Below The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
- 1/4 Mile Below Walhalla Fish Hatchery To Boundary Of Chattooga Wsr
- Beginning Just Upstream Of Townes Creek,Wash Branch And Crane Creek To Confluence With Kings Creek
- Burrels Ford To Lick Log Branch (Section 1)
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 Virginia Hawkins Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Virginia Hawkins Campsite
Can I make reservations at Virginia Hawkins Campsite?
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 Virginia Hawkins Campsite?
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 Virginia Hawkins Campsite.