Williams Lake Campground

Campground · Idaho ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

Salmon Field Office (Bureau of Land Management ID) · Open Access

5,349 ft
Elevation
This campground has 11 sites near Williams Lake. Opportunities abound to hike or ride into the Salmon-Challis National Forest or to fish in the nearby lake or creek. The lake can be accessed at the Forest Service boat ramp and day-use area.

Getting there

Approximately 13 miles from Salmon, Idaho. From Salmon, travel five miles south on Highway 93, turn right at the Shoup Bridge and then eight miles to the lake. Follow the signs.

45.02407, -113.96516 · 45°1'26.6"N 113°57'54.6"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 28°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F283650596876868574584129
Low °F111626324046524941312213
Precip in0.60.40.50.81.31.60.80.60.80.80.70.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Williams Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Williams Lake Campground?
No. Williams Lake Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Williams Lake Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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