Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion
This is a day-use picnic pavilion only. There is no overnight camping. The facility is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. Restrooms are seasonal, operating mid-April through late October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov for morning (7AM-3:30PM) or afternoon (4-8PM) time slots.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 2:31PM EDT until July 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Piedmont and western North Carolina, including the following areas, in Piedmont North Carolina, Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Davie, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and Rowan. In western North Carolina, Avery, Buncombe, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, Eastern McDowell, Eastern Polk, Graham, Greater Burke, Greater Caldwell, Greater Rutherford, Haywood, Henderson, Macon, Madison, McDowell Mountains, Mitchell, Northern Jackson, Polk Mountains, Rutherford Mountains, Southern Jackson, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. * WHEN...From 8 PM EDT this evening through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, including urban areas along the I-77 and I-40 corridors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Waves of heavy rain showers and scattered thunderstorms are forecast to move along a slow-moving cold front tonight into early Thursday. While widespread 1-2 inch rainfall amounts are expected across western North Carolina from this afternoon through tonight, isolated locations are expected to see multiple rounds of very heavy rainfall, and localized amounts as high as 5 inches are possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion is a day-use only facility in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There is no overnight camping allowed. The covered pavilion can accommodate up to 70 guests and includes 15 picnic tables beneath the shelter plus four elevated charcoal grills located just outside. Wood fires are prohibited; only charcoal grills may be used. The pavilion is located in the Deep Creek area, about 3 miles from downtown Bryson City, NC. Nearby amenities include seasonal restrooms with potable water (operating mid-April through late October), bear-proof trash receptacles, and parking. The area provides access to Deep Creek for fishing and wading, as well as trails to three scenic waterfalls: Tom Branch Falls, Indian Creek Falls, and Juney Whank Falls. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov for either the morning slot (7AM-3:30PM) or afternoon slot (4-8PM). A valid parking tag is required for any vehicle parked more than 15 minutes. Pets are permitted but must be leashed and attended. A Tennessee or North Carolina fishing license is required to fish.
Directions
From downtown Bryson City, NC, follow signs to Deep Creek, approximately 3 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (865) 436-1261 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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