Williams Creek Campground
Open for the 2026 season, operating May through September. 32 sites are reservable via Recreation.gov; 29 sites are first-come, first-served. Check-in at 2:00 PM, check-out at noon.
Winter Storm Warning issued November 1 at 7:12AM MST until November 2 at 12:00PM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 10, 000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 18 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest San Juan Mountains and Southwest San Juan Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute.
Flood Watch issued October 31 at 10:37PM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains and southeast Utah, including the following areas, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains and Southeast Utah. * WHEN...From 5 AM MST Sunday through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, recently burned areas, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected across portions of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado from Sunday morning through Monday morning over soils that are still saturated from recent rainfall and flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Avalanche Advisory issued October 31 at 7:16PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
SABCO THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE IS TRANSMITTED AT THE REQUEST OF THE COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER. ...A SPECIAL AVALANCHE ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4:30 PM SATURDAY UNTIL 4:30 PM MONDAY... *WHAT...Avalanche conditions are dangerous above treeline. *WHERE...West Elk Mountains, Elk Mountains, San Juan Mountains, and La Plata Mountains *WHEN...From 4:30 PM Saturday until 4:30 PM Monday. *IMPACTS...Backcountry travelers can easily trigger dangerous avalanches large enough to bury a human. *PRECAUTION/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...A potent winter storm increases avalanche danger Sunday into Monday. Rain, snow, and wind will cause natural avalanches above treeline. Check the forecast at www.colorado.gov/avalanche. Beyer & Pritchett
About
Williams Creek Campground occupies a scenic stretch of San Juan National Forest among cedar, aspen, and ponderosa pines. The 61 sites spread across six loops (A-F), with options including single, double, and triple sites. Several campsites sit directly on the banks of Williams Creek, which flows along the eastern edge of the campground, while others offer views of the surrounding mountains. The campground provides vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire grates at each site. A limited number of premium sites include water and sewer hookups. Pull-through and back-in sites accommodate RVs up to 45 feet. There is no dump station on site; the nearest is in Pagosa Springs. Firewood is available for purchase from the camp host. Recreation options abound. Williams Reservoir lies one mile away for fishing and kayaking. ATV enthusiasts access Poison Park Road and East Fork Road to Silver Falls. Hikers can reach Piedra Falls nearby or tackle longer routes like the Cimarrona Trail and Williams Creek Trail, both connecting to the Continental Divide Trail through the Weminuche Wilderness.
Directions
From Pagosa Springs, travel 2.5 miles west on US Highway 160. Turn right on Piedra Road (FR 600) and drive about 16 miles. Continue on FR 631 for 6.2 miles, then turn right onto Williams Creek Road (FR 640) and proceed about 0.5 miles to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 264-2268 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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