Williams Lake Campground campground
Williams Lake Campground
Nearby points of interest include the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, which offers excellent fishing and whitewater rafting opportunities. The area is also popular for hiking and backpacking, with numerous trails leading into the nearby Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
Campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is no potable water available at the campground, so visitors should plan to bring their own.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that Williams Lake is a popular spot for fishing, with rainbow and cutthroat trout being common catches. The lake is also home to beavers and other wildlife.
The best time of year to visit Williams Lake Campground is from mid-June to mid-September, when temperatures are generally comfortable and the weather is dry. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-70s to mid-80s during the day, and the mid-30s to mid-40s at night. It is important to note that the campground may be inaccessible during the winter months due to snow.
What's on-site at Williams Lake Campground
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 Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williams Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cougar Point | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cougar Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Shoup Bridge | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Shoup Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Williams Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lemhi River Below L5 Diversion Near Salmon | 138 cfs | → |
| Salmon River At Salmon Id | 4,520 cfs | → |
| Napias Creek Below Arnett Creek Near Leesburg | 55 cfs | → |
| Lemhi River Nr Lemhi Id | 247 cfs | → |
| Blackbird Creek Near Cobalt | 12 cfs | → |
| Big Hole River Near Jackson Mt | 25 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Williams Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwartz Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Schwartz Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Morgan Creek | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Morgan Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Darkhorse Lake | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Darkhorse Lake | 38.0 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.
Boat launches
- National Forest Development Road 028 Lemhi County
- Us 93 East Salmon
- Elevenmile Day Use Area
- Elk Horn Road Lemhi County
- Us 93 West Salmon
Fishing spots
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 Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Williams Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Williams Lake Campground?
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 Lake Campground?
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 Lake Campground.