Can you reserve a site at Williams River Campsites?

Yes, Williams River Campsites is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Williams River Campsites?

Yes, pets are allowed at Williams River Campsites.

Are campfires allowed at Williams River Campsites?

Campfires are allowed at Williams River Campsites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Williams River Campsites

Campground · West Virginia · 29 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

29
Bookable sites: up to 16
People per site

typical Williams River Campsite — Photo: Forest Service · Recreation.gov

Overview

There are 30 separate, rustic campsites located along Williams River Road, designated as Forest Roads 86 and 216. Many of these sites are close to the river, and are very popular with anglers. These campsites, as well as Tea Creek and Day Run Campgrounds, are the only places camping is permitted along Williams River. Toilets are closed in winter.

Campsites are scattered along the Williams River Road, from the Three Forks area upstream to a point near the river's headwaters.

Recreation

Fishing

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern post. Vautl toilets are spaced along the river corridor.

Natural Features

Williams River is adjacent to each campsite.

Nearby Attractions

Williams RIver, Cranberry Wilderness, and Highland Scenic Highway.

The facts

29 bookable sites
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: Williams River

Site types

29 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

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29 campsites at Williams River Campsites

Check-in 04:00 PM · Check-out 02:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
1	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
10	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
11	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
12	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
13	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
14	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
15	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
16	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
17	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
18	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
19	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
2	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
20	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	16	🐾
21	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
22	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
23	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
24	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
25	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
26	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
27	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
28	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
29	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
3	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
30	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
4	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
5	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
6	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
8	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾
9	Williams River	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	8	🐾

Fees and stay limits

Single sites $10; Double Sites $20

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Williams River Campsite 30 — Photo: Forest Service · Recreation.gov

Fee Station at Williams River Campsite — Photo: Forest Service · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Williams River Campsites

Can you reserve a site at Williams River Campsites?: Yes, Williams River Campsites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Williams River Campsites have?: 29 sites.
Are pets allowed at Williams River Campsites?: Yes, pets are allowed at Williams River Campsites.
Does Williams River Campsites have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Williams River Campsites?: Campfires are allowed at Williams River Campsites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

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