No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Craig Creek Recreation Area continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 44 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026): 34 open for online reservation · 10 reserved.
Where the open windows are
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 20 fall on weekdays and 14 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October holds the most room. 28 of 31 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 01 | 34 |
This site currently has 34 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable night is Sep 20; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
Multi-night stays. 3 2-night, 3 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 20 at site 01.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Not recorded | None | 34 | 21 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8 +22 more |
About Craig Creek Recreation Area
Overview
Craig Creek Recreation Area provides old-fashioned, rustic group camping for those that require few amenities. The large open field is great for groups that wish to picnic and tent camp together. There is a day-use area adjacent to the campground that is not reservable. Overnight camping is prohibited in the day-use area.
Recreation
Craig Creek has a small swimming hole and canoes may access the creek as well. The creek is stocked with trout and can provide good fishing opportunites for anglers. A two-mile loop trail is located within the recreation area.
Facilities
Craig Creek may be reserved for groups of 30 or less. There is an an entrance gate, group fire ring, picnic table and vault toilet. There is no potable water and no camping hookups. The field is for tent camping only.
Natural Features
The recreation area is located in a narrow valley, flanked by National Forest land. The open field used for tent camping and is edged with large, shade trees.
Getting there
From New Castle: Follow US 615 east for 11 miles to SR 817 in Oriskany. Turn right on SR 817, go 1/2 mile then take right at sign for Craig Creek. Continue straight. Veer right for the camping area gate, while the left fork leads to the day use parking area.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
Reservations for Craig Creek Recreation Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 34 of 44 tracked site-nights are open (77.3%), though availability can change. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 17:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
3 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 20 at site 01. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
October 2026, with 28 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Craig Creek Recreation Area?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 20 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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