Warrior Creek
W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir
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.
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, swim beach, 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.
Notifications and Alerts
- A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.
Need to Know
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LAST SELECTED DATE ON CALENDAR IS YOUR DEPARTURE DATE!
Gatehouse will be staffed from 9:00am to 8:00pm. Guests needing to check in outsite these hours should call the gatehouse, 336-921-2177
Extra vehicles will be charged $5 per vehicle per day
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited
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.
Contact Information
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7659 W. Highway 268 Boomer NC 28606
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 336-921-2177
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving 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
Available Campsites
- Site 26, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 20, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 30, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 50, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 07, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 03, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 18, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 55, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site GSB, Loop WCRE, Type Group Standard Electric
- Site 21, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 45, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 25, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 49, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 13, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 23, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 38, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 17, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 09, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 40, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 52, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 47, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 59, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 32, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 60, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 11, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 27, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site GSA, Loop WCRE, Type Group Standard Electric
- Site 36, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 48, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 34, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 41, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 37, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 22, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 35, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 46, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 08, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 58, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 43, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 16, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 44, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 01, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 39, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 33, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 24, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 10, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 56, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 54, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 06, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 61, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 57, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 15, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 05, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 28, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 02, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 51, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 53, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 19, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 12, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 42, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 29, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 04, Loop WCRE, Type Tent Only Electric
- Site 31, Loop WCRE, Type Standard Electric
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