Day Run Campground
Open for the season from April through late November. No reservations required; first-come, first-served. No potable water available on site. No current alerts.
Flood Watch issued August 12 at 3:40AM EDT until August 14 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyd, Carter, Greenup and Lawrence, southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington, southwest Virginia, including the following counties, Buchanan and Dickenson, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Kanawha, Lewis, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, McDowell, Mingo, Northwest Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Northwest Pocahontas, Northwest Raleigh, Northwest Randolph, Northwest Webster, Pleasants, Putnam, Ritchie, Roane, Southeast Fayette, Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Pocahontas, Southeast Raleigh, Southeast Randolph, Southeast Webster, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wayne, Wirt, Wood and Wyoming. * WHEN...Through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Soils remain saturated from recent rainfall with additional heavy rain likely to cause significant runoff. Area creeks and streams are already running high and could easily flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rounds of thunderstorms will track through the area through early Friday, bringing the potential for heavy downpours, which may cause flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Day Run Campground sits along the upper Williams River in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, within the Monongahela National Forest. The 12 sites occupy a forested setting with many directly bordering the scenic river. Each campsite features a fire ring, wooden picnic table, and lantern post, with several also having tent pads. The campground accommodates both tents and small to midsize trailers, though no hookups are available. The location just off the Highland Scenic Highway provides convenient access to some of the region's best backcountry recreation. The Tea Creek trail system and Cranberry Wilderness are within walking distance, offering extensive hiking opportunities. The Williams River itself draws anglers, and the surrounding forest supports hunting during appropriate seasons. Spring gobbler season and fall foliage draw the heaviest use. Facilities are basic but functional: two vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Campers should bring their own drinking water as none is available on site. Payment of $8 per night is handled via self-service fee station. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Directions
From Marlinton, take US Route 219 north 7 miles to State Route 150 (Highland Scenic Highway). Turn left and drive 9 miles to the Williams River Bridge turnoff. Turn right onto Forest Road 86 and drive 3 miles to Forest Road 216. Take a hard right and drive 1 mile to Day Run Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 799-4334 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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