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Calderwood Reservoir

Tallassee, North Carolina · Blount County · Facility

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Calderwood Reservoir

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High70°F
Avg Low57°F
Peak Rain Chance36%
Humidity72%
UV (avg)3
Today
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Overcast
77°/61°
💧 1%🌬 21mph
↑ 6:59 AM ↓ 5:38 PM
Wed
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Light Rain
72°/66°
💧 36%🌬 23mph
↑ 7:00 AM ↓ 5:37 PM
Thu
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Light Rain
73°/62°
💧 23%🌬 11mph
↑ 7:01 AM ↓ 5:37 PM
Fri
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Overcast
69°/52°
💧 6%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:02 AM ↓ 5:36 PM
Sat
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Overcast
59°/42°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 7:03 AM ↓ 5:35 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Calderwood Reservoir

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Plan Your Visit to Calderwood Reservoir

Heading to Calderwood Reservoir? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Calderwood Reservoir?

No central reservation system listed for Calderwood Reservoir. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/265083) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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