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Citico Creek Area

Vonore, North Carolina · Monroe County · Facility

This area provides opportunities for solitude and backcountry experiences. You will find ample opportunities for fishing, horseback riding, camping, and hiking.With more than 20,000 acres of Wilderness in Citico Creek and Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock, this area provides ample opportunities for solitude and backcountry experi…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Citico Creek Area

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High67°F
Avg Low51°F
Peak Rain Chance29%
Humidity70%
UV (avg)4
Today
🌧
Rain
75°/65°
💧 29%🌬 18mph
↑ 7:01 AM ↓ 5:38 PM
Thu
🌦
Light Drizzle
70°/56°
💧 5%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:02 AM ↓ 5:37 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
69°/51°
💧 2%🌬 7mph
↑ 7:03 AM ↓ 5:36 PM
Sat
☁️
Overcast
60°/43°
💧 2%🌬 9mph
↑ 7:04 AM ↓ 5:35 PM
Sun
☁️
Overcast
60°/42°
🌬 5mph
↑ 7:05 AM ↓ 5:35 PM

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

About Citico Creek Area

This area provides opportunities for solitude and backcountry experiences. You will find ample opportunities for fishing, horseback riding, camping, and hiking.With more than 20,000 acres of Wilderness in Citico Creek and Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock, this area provides ample opportunities for solitude and backcountry experiences. Catch both native and stocked trout in Citico Creek and its rugged tributaries, and fish for small-mouth bass and catfish in the creek’s lower reaches.Citico Creek Area MapCitico Creek Area Guide

Plan Your Visit to Citico Creek Area

Heading to Citico Creek Area? 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 Citico Creek Area?

No central reservation system listed for Citico Creek Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/240579) for the latest entry policy and availability.