Williams River Campsites

Monongahela National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: Richwood, WV, WV

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Williams River Campsites offers 29 rustic tent sites along the scenic Williams River, highly popular with anglers. Google reviews rate it 5/5, with campers praising the great riverside locations.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Ruffed Grouse, Black-throated Green Warbler, Blackburnian Warbler, American Beaver, Common Garter Snake

Insider tips for Williams River Campsites: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Sites are scattered along Williams River Road from Three Forks upstream; proximity to river varies Fishing is the primary draw; these are among the only authorized camping spots on Williams River

Skip Williams River Campsites if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You plan to visit November through April — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Williams River Campsites: May-October — Campground operates May through October; toilets are closed in winter.

Nearby campgrounds: Tea Creek Campground (Marlinton, WV), Red Oak Fire Lookout (Richwood, WV), Cranberry Campground (Richwood , WV), Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter (Richwood, WV).