Varnell Creek is a long 3rd order tributary to the Rocky River in Chatham County, North Carolina.
Varnell Creek rises about northeast of Siler City, North Carolina in Chatham County and then follows a southerly course to join the Rocky River about 2 miles east of Siler City.
Varnell Creek drains of area, receives about per year of precipitation, has a wetness index of 443.32 and is about 44% forested.