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Warrior Creek

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Please ensure you have a gate code prior to your arrival to the gate house. Gate codes are distributed by email when you create your reservation. Guests may be required to self-check in.

About

US Army Corps of Engineers

W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir

Overview

Warrior Creek is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.

Recreation

The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass. The Warrior Creek trail system completely encircles the campground as it scenically follows the fold of the surrounding landscape. It is recognized by the International Mountain Biking Association as one of the top bike trails in the world. There are 17 miles of single track trail in Warrior Creek with multiple points-of-entry throughout the campground. These trails are also used extensively by hikers and trail runners.

Facilities

The campground offers 61 family campsites, 6 of these are tent only sites that do have electric hookups. The other 55 sites have full electrical and water hookups to support RV's. There are also two group camping areas that are perfect for large groups. Amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. An amphitheater, playground, basketball court and hiking and biking trails offer additional recreation opportunities. A boat ramp and three fishing piers, one of which is ADA accessible, can be found at Keowee Park which borders the campground.

Natural Features

The gentle Yadkin River flows through its scenic namesake valley in the foothills of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains. Forests of mixed hardwoods, including sycamore, poplar, oak and hickory, cover the region. Wildlife is abundant in the valley. White-tailed deer, black bear, eastern cottontails and more can be found among the hills. Birds in the area include wild turkey, woodpeckers, Carolina chickadees, red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, mallards and wood ducks.

contact_info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (336) 921-3390 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

All camping reservations are made in advance. No transactions will be completed at the campground.__ All refund request will need to be submitted via recreation.gov. No refunds are given at campground. Refer to recreation.gov for a complete list of fees and cancelation policy__

Fee Info

<p>All camping reservations are made in advance. No transactions will be completed at the campground.__</p> <p>All refund request will need to be submitted via recreation.gov. No refunds are given at campground.</p> <p>Firewood and ice sales are cash only at the honor vault for Friends of the Lake non profit group.__</p>

Reservation Info

The 2023 camping season will have new campground operating procedures. Campers must make a reservation in advance.

Phase One: Campsites 1-21 and Group Area A and B will open on May 8th for camping.

Phase Two: Campsites 44-61 will open on May 15th for camping.

Phase Three: Campsites 22-43 will open on May 22nd for camping.

Reservations will go live 48 hours prior to campsites opening at the date listed above.

To make reservations, visit www.recreation.gov, use the recreation.gov mobile app, or call 1-877-444-6777. Campers must make their own reservations. Read the Need-to-Know section when making reservations.

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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11 Reviews

william S.
Reviewed Jun. 3, 2023

Nice campground but...

Nice campground on the lake. Well maintained and decent bath facilities. Apparently, on Thursday nights though, there is no park ranger around and some major redneck-shit goes down. Very uncomfortable.

Lane F.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed May. 19, 2023

Warrior Creek is OPEN

Full disclosure, I'm staying one night and got in late so I'll be brief. THIS CAMPGROUND IS OPEN AGAIN. I booked through the Recreation.gov app, but I'm sure others will work as well.

Signal on Verizon is strong, had no issues connecting. I'm writing this from the campground itself.

Site05
Month of VisitJune
AThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Sep. 20, 2021

Closed for at least 1 1/2 years

Unfortunately we were unable to camp here. According to park ranger said this campground is closed for one year or longer. No explanation was given as to why. Ft Hamby Campground is nearby and open.

Sitedid not stay
Month of VisitOctober

Location

Warrior Creek is located in North Carolina

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Winston-Salem, North Carolina, take Highway 421 North (approximately 55 miles) to Exit 286B, turn left onto Highway 268 and continue for approximately 8 miles. Turn right immediately after crossing the bridge and follow signs to the campground. From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-77 North (approximately 60 miles) before merging onto Highway 421 North towards Wilkesboro/Boone, continue to Exit 286B (approximately 20 miles), turn left onto Highway 268 and continue for approximately 8 miles. Turn right immediately after crossing the bridge and follow signs to the campground. Travel times from: Winston-Salem: 1 hour Charlotte: 1.5 hours

Address

7659 W. Highway 268
Boomer, NC 28606

Coordinates

36.10081 N
81.285645 W

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