Pyrites Creek Camp campground
Pyrites Creek Camp
Reservations are not accepted at Pyrites Creek Camp, making it a first-come, first-served campground. It is recommended to arrive early during peak seasons to secure a spot, as it can fill up quickly. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting.
While exploring Pyrites Creek Camp, campers should be cautious of potential encounters with wildlife, including bears and cougars. Proper food storage and waste disposal techniques should be followed to minimize the risk of attracting unwanted wildlife. Additionally, it is advisable to bring insect repellent and sturdy hiking boots, as the area is known for mosquitoes and uneven terrain. Overall, Pyrites Creek Camp offers a tranquil camping experience amidst the natural beauty of Washington state.
What's on-site at Pyrites Creek 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 Pyrites Creek Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Neil Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Enchanted Valley | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Marmot Lake Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Nine Stream Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Pleasant | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pyrites Creek Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 162 cfs | → |
| Wynoochee River Near Grisdale | 214 cfs | → |
| Duckabush River Near Brinnon | 208 cfs | → |
| South Fork Skokomish River Near Union | 188 cfs | → |
| North Fork Skokomish River Near Potlatch | 264 cfs | → |
| Big Quilcene River Below Diversion Nr Quilcene | 54 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pyrites Creek Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Buckinghorse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckinghorse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt Tebo Snotel | 85.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mount Crag | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mount Crag | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Waterhole | 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 Wonder Mountain
- Wilderness Mount Skokomish
- Wilderness The Brothers
- Lake Cushman State Park
- Buckhorn Wilderness
- Hoodsport Park Trail
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 Pyrites Creek Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pyrites Creek Camp
Can I make reservations at Pyrites Creek 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 Pyrites Creek 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 Pyrites Creek Camp.