Due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene and ongoing recovery efforts, closures are still in effect on Wilson Creek.
In Wilson Creek area, the following US Forest Service recreation sites and trails remain closed:
- Wilson Creek Gorge Day Use Area (No activities permitted in the area)
- Harper Creek Trail (TR260)
- Wilson Creek Trail (TR258)
- Wilson Creek Spur Trail (TR258A)
The following roads in Caldwell/Avery Counties remain closed to motorized vehicles, but are open to recreational us on foot, bike and horseback:
- Thunderhole Road (FSRD4071)
- Lost Cove Road (FSRD 464A)
The Wilson Creek Day Use Area will remain closed until September 1, 2025, or until it is deemed safe to reopen. For a full list of trails and recreation sites open visit www.g5trailcollective.org/helene.