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Warrior Creek
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Boomer · North Carolina · W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir |
| Location | Boomer · North Carolina · W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir · 36.10081, -81.28565 · Map |
| Sites | 63 public sites counted from the federal listing — 55 standard electric; 6 tent only electric; 2 group standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 63 of 63 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 61 of 63 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 63 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 63 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 145 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 55 sites · 30 ft: 55 sites · 35 ft: 53 sites · 40 ft: 51 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| 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. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 63 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 336-921-2177 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-04-18.
From the official listing
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
Directions, from the listing
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
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Trip Card — Warrior Creek
Boomer · North Carolina · W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Boomer · North Carolina · W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir |
| 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 ar… |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 63 |
| Max RV | Up to 145 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 63 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233665 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.