Mile 78.5 Campsite campground
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Mile 78.5 Campsite
Mile 78.5 Campsite is a campground in Virginia tracked by Snoflo. This page combines live weather, USGS streamflow, NRCS snowpack readings, and amenity data with nearby parks, lakes, and boat launches so you can plan a trip from a single screen.
Use the forecast meteograms to pick a weather window, the amenities card to confirm reservations and facilities, and the Nearby section to extend a single night into a longer trip. For push alerts when conditions change, save this campground as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app.
What's on-site at Mile 78.5 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 Mile 78.5 Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bird Run | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mile 63.8 Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Highland Scenic Highway | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| East Fork Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mile 78.5 Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Back Creek Near Sunrise | 4 cfs | → |
| Back Creek Near Sunrise | 21 cfs | → |
| Greenbrier River At Durbin | 64 cfs | → |
| Back Creek At Sunrise | 25 cfs | → |
| Greenbrier River At Buckeye | 254 cfs | → |
| Shavers Fork Nr Cheat Bridge | 39 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mile 78.5 Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunmore 1n | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snowshoe | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Green Bank 1.2 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Frost 3ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mill Gap Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bartow 1s | 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
- Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
- Seneca State Forest
- Widney Park
- Wilderness Cranberry
- Kumbrabow State Forest
- Watoga State Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Braley Pond Day Use Area
- Elkhorn Lake Day Use Area
- Staunton Dam Day Use Area
- Briery Branch Day Use Area
- Dry Fork
Points of interest
- Green Bank Galley
- 2018 Wv Lodge
- Green Bank Observatory
- Reber Telescope
- 4th Avenue Gallery
- Gaudineer Picnic Area
Paddle runs
- Snowshoe Dam To Lambert Run
- Segment B--Pump Storage Lake To Blowing Springs Campground
- Tea Creek To Three Forks
- National Forest Land To Tea Creek
- Lambert Run To Us 250
- Segment B--Northern Boundary, Hidden Valley Tract To Southern Boundary Of Hidden Valley Tract
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 Mile 78.5 Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mile 78.5 Campsite
Can I make reservations at Mile 78.5 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 Mile 78.5 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 Mile 78.5 Campsite.