Williams Lake Campground
Open — Road to campground not maintained during winter months. Typically operates from June through September. First-come, first-served only.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 2 at 12:45AM MST until January 2 at 12:00PM MST by NWS Missoula MT
...SNOW AND WINTRY MIX TODAY... .This set of Winter Weather Advisories has been issued due to concerns for mixed precipitation types given the recent colder weather and subsequently cold road temperatures. Do not expect significant or major accumulations amounts of ice and/or snow. Rain or wet snow falling on frozen surfaces can easily become very slick and exacerbated by compaction and/or frictional heating from tires on roadways. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to three inches, up to five inches at Lost Trail Pass. Mixed precipitation possible with ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Williams Creek Summit, Lemhi Pass, Bannock Pass, Shoup, Salmon, Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, and Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Use caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute, especially over higher passes.
About
Williams Lake Campground is a first-come, first-served facility with 9 campsites situated among Douglas-fir trees that provide ample shade and wildlife habitat. While the campsites themselves do not offer direct lake views, Williams Lake is easily accessible 2 miles away at the Forest Service boat dock and day-use area. The campground accommodates both RV and tent camping, though RVs and trailers are not recommended on the lower loop past Site 6. Each campsite is equipped with accessible picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and potable water are available, but no hookups are provided. The campground is located approximately 19 miles from Salmon, Idaho, accessed via Highway 93, Williams Creek Road, and Williams Lake Road. Williams Lake is popular with anglers and offers both motorized and non-motorized boating opportunities. The surrounding Salmon-Challis National Forest provides a multitude of recreation opportunities including motorized and non-motorized trails, hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The area is bear country, so proper food storage is required.
Directions
Take Highway 93 South of Salmon, ID for 5 miles. Turn right on Williams Creek Road and cross Shoup Bridge. Continue on Williams Creek Road for 4 miles. Turn left on Williams Lake Road and continue for 10 miles. Follow signs for campground and Forest Service boat ramp.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $2 - $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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