Warrior Creek
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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 55 |
| tent only electric | 6 |
| group standard electric | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 120 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
63 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | 72 | Gravel | Full | 20 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 02 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 20 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 03 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 20 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 04 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Full | 20 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 05 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 20 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 06 | Tent Only Electric | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Full | 20 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 145 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | 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. Firewood and ice sales are cash only at the honor vault for Friends of the Lake non profit group. |
| Accessibility | Site 23 is listed accessible |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Boomer, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 36.1008° N, 81.2856° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
All camping reservations are made in advance. No transactions will be completed at the campground. No refunds are given at campground.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Robert Handy Camping Center ↗ | 4.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Waypoint Outfitters ↗ | 22 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 23.7 mi |
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Video
Warrior Creek Campground Review, an Army Corps of Engineers Park -Boomer, North Carolina
Worth a stop
- 0.3 miKeowee Park Day Use Passes ↗Day use
- 0.6 miBoomer Park Day Use Passes ↗Day use
- 3.5 miWilkes Skyline Marina ↗Boat launch
- 3.8 miW. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
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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.
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.
Guidebooks for North Carolina
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- Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-To-Sea TrailFriends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and Jim Grode, 2020Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Warrior Creek?
Sites at Warrior Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Warrior Creek?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Warrior Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Warrior Creek have?
63 sites, including 55 standard sites with power, 6 tent only electric, and 2 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Warrior Creek?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Warrior Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Warrior Creek?
Amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Warrior Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Warrior Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Warrior Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Warrior Creek?
Site 23 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Warrior Creek?
FCC coverage maps show T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Warrior Creek?
The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation