Red Creek Campground campground
Red Creek Campground
Reservations are accepted at Red Creek Campground, allowing visitors to secure their desired camping spots in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The best time to visit Red Creek Campground is during the summer and early fall months when the weather is pleasant, and the foliage is vibrant. This period offers opportunities for activities like fishing, hiking, and wildlife spotting.
While camping at Red Creek Campground, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly black bears. Campers should take necessary precautions such as storing food properly and disposing of waste responsibly to avoid attracting bears. Moreover, it is crucial to follow all camping regulations and guidelines provided by the campground authorities to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all campers.
What's on-site at Red Creek 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 Red Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Site 7 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Site 6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jess Judy Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Blackwater Falls State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Brian's Place | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Red Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| N F South Br Potomac R At Cabins | 126 cfs | → |
| So. Branch Potomac River Nr Petersburg | 242 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R Nr Davis | 132 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R At Davis | 60 cfs | → |
| Dry Fork At Hendricks | 275 cfs | → |
| Mcmillan F Near Fort Pendleton | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Red Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canaan Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Davis. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bayard Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Thomas 7.4 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Elkins Arpt Snow Observation | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mc Henry 4.8 Sse | 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
- Bear Rocks Preserve
- Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
- Wilderness Dolly Sods
- Canaan Valley State Park
- Blackwater Falls State Park
- Wilderness Roaring Plains West
Fishing spots
- Dry Fork
- Snowy Creek
- Broadford Lake
- Little Youghiogheny River Reservoir
- Tomahawk Pond Day Use Area
- Deep Creek Lake
Points of interest
- Smoke Hole Canyon
- Olson Observation Tower
- Bickle Knob Observation Tower
- Spruce Knob And Spruce Knob Observation Tower
Paddle runs
- Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary
- High Ridge Run To Outskirts Of Hopeville
- Enter Dolly Sods Wilderness To Exit Dolly Sods Wilderness
- Jake Hill Road Bridge To Shreve Store
- Shreve Store To Big Bend Campground
- Big Bend Campground To Canyon Exit (Just Prior To Confluence With North Branch)
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 Red Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Red Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Red Creek 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 Red Creek 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 Red Creek Campground.