Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area campground
Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area
The area is known for its excellent fishing and hunting opportunities, with nearby streams and lakes offering trout, bass, and other fish species. Hiking and biking trails are also available, with opportunities to explore nearby wilderness areas and scenic vistas.
Campground amenities include basic fire rings and picnic tables, but no water or restroom facilities are available on site. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own supplies and practice Leave No Trace principles while camping in the area.
Interesting facts about the Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area include its location within the North Fork Gunnison watershed, which is known for its exceptional water quality and diverse aquatic habitats. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, black bear, and mountain lion.
The best time of year to visit the Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area is from late spring to early fall when temperatures are mild and outdoor activities are abundant. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-60s to mid-70s during the day and can drop down to the 30s and 40s at night.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=32378
- https://www.campendium.com/williams-creek-dispersed-camping-area
What's on-site at Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paonia State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Erickson Springs Campground- Paonia Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Erickson Springs | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bogan Flats Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bogan Flats | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muddy Creek At Bardine | 94 cfs | → |
| North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset | 924 cfs | → |
| Hubbard Creek At Highway 133 At Mouth Nr Bowie | 5 cfs | → |
| Hubbard Creek Above Iron Point Gulch Nr Bowie | 6 cfs | → |
| Minnesota Creek Near Paonia | 4 cfs | → |
| E Fork Terror Cr Blw Cottonwood Stomp Nr Bowie | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Mc Clure Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mc Clure Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc North Lost Trail | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| North Lost Trail | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Schofield Pass | 1.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Schofield Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Paonia State Park
- Wilderness Raggeds
- Wilderness Maroon Bells-Snowmass
- White River National Forest
- Sopris Park
- Vega State Park
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area.