The 1.5-mile gravel road into Williamson River Campground keeps this Forest Service spot quieter than its state park neighbor. Located in a lodge pole pine forest with 20 well-spaced sites, the campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day at $10 per night. Most sites accommodate RVs up to 30 feet, with several pull-through options available for easier maneuvering.
Clean vault toilets and multiple water spigots scattered throughout the campground earn consistent praise from visitors. "Vault toilets were super-cleaned and well stocked," notes Emma A., while several reviewers mention the recent Forest Service upgrades that moved campsites away from the river and converted the old riverside spots to day-use areas. Cell coverage varies by carrier, with AT&T reportedly working better than T-Mobile in the area.
A short trail leads to the Williamson River waterfront, about a quarter-mile walk from most sites. Fishing access draws anglers to the river, while a 1.3-mile trail connects to nearby Collier Memorial State Park Campground. The riparian area supports diverse bird life, and reviewers mention purple wildflowers visible along hiking routes during summer months.
Highway 97 runs close enough that vehicle noise carries to the campground, particularly from the north side. Mosquitoes can be heavy at dusk during summer visits. The camp host provides information about river access points for kayakers and maintains the self-service registration kiosk. Sites fill more slowly than the adjacent state park, making this a reliable option for last-minute arrivals during peak season.
Campers wanting basic amenities at a lower cost than full-service campgrounds find good value here, especially those planning day trips to Crater Lake National Park 30 miles south.
Description
We now have 2 ADA accessible sites and 5 water spigots. The Williamson River Campground is conveniently located just off Highway 97 about five minutes north of Chiloquin, Oregon. There are 19 campsites with picnic tables, fire grates, three vault toilets, and two hand pumps round out the amenities at this campground. One campsite is ADA accessible. Ponderosa pines and sagebrush populate the landscape and contrast with the crystal clear Williamson River. Due to its close proximity to the highway, this is a popular campground. You can mountain bike on miles of Forest Service roads, go fishing, or explore day hikes opportunities. Situated next to the popular Collier State Park, there is a 1.3 mile walking trail that connects the two campgrounds. Discover the Collier State Park Logging Museum which showcases historic logging equipment from the late 1800’s, as well as a relocated pioneer village.
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Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundWilliamson River Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
Williamson River Campground is located 10 minutes north of Chiloquin, Oregon. From Chiloquin, OR take U.S. Highway 97 north towards Chemult, OR, for approximately four miles and then turn right onto Forest Service (FS) Road 9730 and right again on FS Road 97130140. The campground will be at the end of the road.
Coordinates
42.67360991 N
121.85492655 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/6/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 5/6/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/20/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/6/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 5/6/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/20/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 29 min from Medford, OR
- 1 hr 37 min from Bend, OR
- 1 hr 55 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 2 hrs 21 min from Eugene, OR

































