## Overview

Boomer Park Shelter is located in Boomer Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and
Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

## 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.

## Facilities

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Boomer Park Shelter is located in Boomer Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

Boomer Park

Boomer Park Shelter

## 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 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.

## 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

<h2>Overview</h2>
Warrior Creek is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. 
<br/><br/>
Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 

 <h2>Facilities</h2>
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. 

 <h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location has limited staffing. Please call (336) 921-3390 for general information.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All camping reservations are made in advance. No transactions will be completed at the campground. </p>
<p>All refund request will need to be submitted via recreation.gov. No refunds are given at campground.</p>
<p>Refer to recreation.gov for a complete list of <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">fees and cancelation policy</a> </p>

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.

Entrance station at Warrior Creek Campground

Warrior Creek

Warrior Creek Campground

## Overview

Keowee Park Shelter is located within Keowee Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and
Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

## 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. Roughly 30 miles of multi-purpose trails surround the
lake, including the Warrior Creek trails which are easily accessible from the
shelter. All of the trails, including Warrior Creek, are now recognized as
some of the best mountain biking trails in the country attracting riders from
all corners of the world.

## Facilities

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. Roughly 30 miles of multi-purpose trails surround the
lake, including the Warrior Creek trails which are easily accessible from the
shelter. All of the trails, including Warrior Creek, are now recognized as
some of the best mountain biking trails in the country attracting riders from
all corners of the world.

## 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

For facility specific information, please call (336) 921-3390.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Keowee Park Shelter is located within Keowee Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. Roughly 30 miles of multi-purpose trails surround the lake, including the Warrior Creek trails which are easily accessible from the shelter. All of the trails, including Warrior Creek, are now recognized as some of the best mountain biking trails in the country attracting riders from all corners of the world.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. Roughly 30 miles of multi-purpose trails surround the lake, including the Warrior Creek trails which are easily accessible from the shelter. All of the trails, including Warrior Creek, are now recognized as some of the best mountain biking trails in the country attracting riders from all corners of the world.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (336) 921-3390.

Keowee Park

Keowee Park Shelter

## Overview

Bandits Roost Campground 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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25
miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## Facilities

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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25
miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bandits Roost Campground is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. 
<br/><br/>
Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 
 
Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. 
 
Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location has limited staffing. Please call (336) 921-3390 for general information.

Bandits Roost Point

Bandits Roost

## Overview

Fort Hamby Park is located on the north 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. Miles of multi-trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior
Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## Facilities

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. Miles of multi-trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior
Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Fort Hamby Park is located on the north side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. 
<br/><br/>
Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 
 
Miles of multi-trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. 
 
Miles of multi-trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

Fort Hamby

Fort Hamby Park

## Overview

Berry Mountain Park Shelter is located in Berry Mountain Park at W. Kerr Scott
Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

## 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.

## Facilities

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Berry Mountain Park Shelter is located in Berry Mountain Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

Berry Mountain

Berry Mountain Swim Beach

Berry Mountain Park Shelter

## Overview

Dam Site Park Shelter is located directly below W. Kerr Scott Dam's visitor
center, and features a beautiful view of the dam & reservoir.

## 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. Miles of multi-use trails surround the lake, including
the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead a
short walk from the shelter. An additional 25 miles of multi-use trails can be
found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## Facilities

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. Miles of multi-use trails surround the lake, including
the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead a
short walk from the shelter. An additional 25 miles of multi-use trails can be
found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dam Site Park Shelter is located directly below W. Kerr Scott Dam's visitor center, and features a beautiful view of the dam & reservoir.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. Miles of multi-use trails surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead a short walk from the shelter. An additional 25 miles of multi-use trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. Miles of multi-use trails surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead a short walk from the shelter. An additional 25 miles of multi-use trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

Dam Site

Dam Site Shelter

## Overview

The Visitor Assistance Center conference room is located beside the dam at W.
Kerr Scott Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

## 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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail, which can be accessed from the parking lot outside the Visitor
Center. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and
Dark Mountain areas.

## Facilities

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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail, which can be accessed from the parking lot outside the Visitor
Center. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and
Dark Mountain areas.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Visitor Assistance Center conference room is located beside the dam at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 
Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which can be accessed from the parking lot outside the Visitor Center. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. 
Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which can be accessed from the parking lot outside the Visitor Center. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room

## Overview

Fish Dam Creek Shelter is located directly adjacent to W Kerr Scott's Dam.
This shelter features a playground, and has a panoramic view of the reservoir.

## 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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Dark Mountain Trail which can be
accessed from the shelter. The Warrior Creek and Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail feature an additional 25 miles of trails.

## Facilities

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. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain
biking, surround the lake, including the Dark Mountain Trail which can be
accessed from the shelter. The Warrior Creek and Overmountain Victory National
Historic Trail feature an additional 25 miles of trails.

## 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.

## Nearby Attractions

W. Kerr Scott Lake has 3 main trail systems. Dark Mountain, OVT, and Warrior
Creek trail systems.

The Visitor Assistance Center is located at 499 Reservoir Road. W. Kerr Scott
Lake is 10 minutes from Wilkesboro, NC.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made by the guest using
Recreation.gov, by calling 877-444-6777, or using the Recreation.gov moblie
app.

All refund request will need to be submitted via recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Fish Dam Creek Shelter is located directly adjacent to W Kerr Scott's Dam.  This shelter features a playground, and has a panoramic view of the reservoir.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 

Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Dark Mountain Trail which can be accessed from the shelter. The Warrior Creek and Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail feature an additional 25 miles of trails.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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. 

Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Dark Mountain Trail which can be accessed from the shelter. The Warrior Creek and Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail feature an additional 25 miles of trails.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>W. Kerr Scott Lake has 3 main trail systems. Dark Mountain, OVT, and Warrior Creek trail systems. </p>
<p>The Visitor Assistance Center is located at 499 Reservoir Road.  W. Kerr Scott Lake is 10 minutes from Wilkesboro, NC. </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made by the guest using Recreation.gov, by calling 877-444-6777, or using the Recreation.gov moblie app. </p>
<p>All refund request will need to be submitted via recreation.gov. </p>

All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made by the guest using
Recreation.gov, by calling 877-444-6777, or using the Recreation.gov moblie
app.

Staff photo of shelter with flagpole in background.

Fish Dam Creek Shelter has a wonderful view of the lake and dam.

Fish Dam Creek Park

W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is located in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley in
Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Authorized purposes of the reservoir are flood
control, water supply, recreation, and fish and wildlife management.

W. Kerr Scott Reservoir is located in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley in Wilkesboro,  North Carolina.   Authorized purposes of the reservoir are flood control, water supply, recreation, and fish and wildlife management.

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