Wilson Creek campground
Wilson Creek
One interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, cougars, and elk. Visitors are advised to take appropriate precautions to avoid encounters with these animals.
The best time to visit the Wilson Creek Campsite is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit during this time. However, visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures at night and potentially rainy weather.
Sources:
- United States Forest Service: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/okawen/recarea/?recid=57859
- Washington Trails Association: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/wilson-creek-campground-1
What's on-site at Wilson Creek
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 Wilson Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Canyon - Lake Roosevelt National Rec Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Spring Canyon Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Steamboat Rock State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Plum Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Keller Ferry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wilson Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Creek Below Corbett Draw Near Almira | 0 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek At Irby | 9 cfs | → |
| Coal Creek At Mohler | 1 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Moses Lake | 58 cfs | → |
| Chamokane Creek Below Falls Near Long Lake | 29 cfs | → |
| Chelan River At Chelan | 268 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wilson Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gold Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gold Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Moses Mtn | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Moses Mtn | 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
- Steamboat Rock State Park
- Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
- Crown Point State Park
- Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park
- Summer Falls State Park
- Smokiam Park
Boat launches
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 Wilson Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wilson Creek
Can I make reservations at Wilson Creek?
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 Wilson Creek?
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 Wilson Creek.