Williams River Campsites

Williams River Campsites

Part of Monongahela National Forest

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.

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. 

Recreation

Fishing

Nearby Attractions

Williams RIver, Cranberry Wilderness, and Highland Scenic Highway. 

Important Notices

  • Be Bear Aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

  • No RV hookups are available

  • Limit 2 vehicles per campsite

  • For more information on Monongahela National Forest, click here https://www.fs.usda.gov/mnf 

  • Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit https://www.dontmovefirewood.org/ 

Available Activities

  • Fishing - Fishing

Contact Information

Phone: 304-846-2695

932 North Fork Cherry River Road
Richwood, WV 26261

Rental Options

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Available Campsites