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.
Interagency Passes
Interagency Passes are available for purchase at our Welcome Center Monday through Saturday between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. We recommend calling our front desk at 815-423-6370 prior to your arrival to make sure a qualified staff member is present to distribute passes.Our Welcome Center…
Henslow Trail Bridge Closures
Henslow Trail is rerouted onto Baseline Rd., Schoolhouse Rd., and South Patrol Rd. due to bridge closures. There is currently no timetable for the repairs to be completed. Please follow all signage and stay away from the bridges. Contact the Midewin NTP Visitor Center at 815-423-6370 with any…
Prairie Creek Bridge Closure
The bridge over Prairie Creek on the Blodgett Marsh Trail is currently closed due to damage creating hazardous conditions. Access to the Blodgett Marsh Trail via this entrance is closed until repairs can be made. You can access the Blodgett Marsh Trail by continuing north from this point down…
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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