Williams Creek Campground

San Juan National Forest — hiking

Location: Pagosa Springs, CO, CO

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$100 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (142 reviews)

Season: May through October

This popular campground, 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, offers both shaded and sunny campsites with some located creek-side. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding, and scenic opportunities.For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.The campground offers many single family sites, some with water and sewer hookups and many with views of the surrounding mountains. There are two double sites and one triple site, suitable for larger

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/williams-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Popular campground 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs with well-spaced sites, clean vault toilets, and easy access to Williams Reservoir for fishing and kayaking. Google reviewers praise the quiet atmosphere, scenic views, and allowance of campfires.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Black Bear, American Beaver, Coyote, Osprey, and Peregrine Falcon present in the area. Also Wandering Garter Snake and Greater Short-horned Lizard.

Insider tips for Williams Creek Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with high demand Short trail provides easy access to Williams Reservoir for fishing and kayaking ATV and hiking trails available 1-5 miles beyond the campground Many sites are creek-side with shaded or sunny options

Skip Williams Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You need year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer improved restrooms—only vault toilets available.

Best time to visit Williams Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Teal (Pagosa Springs, CO), Bridge (Pagosa Springs, CO), Cimarrona (Co) (Pagosa Springs, CO), Palisades Horse Camp (Pagosa Springs, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Williams Creek Campground

Cell signal at Williams Creek Campground (Pagosa Springs, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Pagosa Springs, CO, CO★ 4.7 (142 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This popular campground, 23 miles north of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, offers both shaded and sunny campsites with some located creek-side. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding, and scenic opportunities.For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.The campground offers many single family sites, some with water and sewer hookups and many with views of the surrounding mountains. There are two double sites and one triple site, suitable for larger family gatherings.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You need year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer improved restrooms—only vault toilets available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with high demand

Short trail provides easy access to Williams Reservoir for fishing and kayaking

ATV and hiking trails available 1-5 miles beyond the campground

Many sites are creek-side with shaded or sunny options

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Pacific Black Bear, American Beaver, Coyote, Osprey, and Peregrine Falcon present in the area. Also Wandering Garter Snake and Greater Short-horned Lizard.

Location

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970-264-2268· San Juan National Forest
Getting there →

From Pagosa Springs, turn north on Piedra Road (Forest Road 361.) Turn right at the intersection of FS 631 and FS 640, about 3 miles north of Bridge Campground. The entrance is approximately 1/2 mile from the junction.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — San Juan National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at San Juan National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Williams Creek Campground cost per night?+
Williams Creek Campground costs $30–$100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Williams Creek Campground open?+
Williams Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Williams Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Williams Creek Campground?+
Williams Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Williams Creek Campground?+
Williams Creek Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Williams Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Williams Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Williams Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Williams Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$30 /night★ 4.7 (142)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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