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Day Run Campground

Within Monongahela National Forest, Day Run Campground provides basic amenities along the Williams River from April through November. This National Forest Service facility charges $8 per night and includes drinking water, vault toilets, and bear-proof trash service. Sites accommodate both tents and RVs with standard fire rings, picnic tables, and lantern poles.

The campground sits directly beside the Williams River, where campers can walk along the water. Sites spread out enough to provide privacy, and the location stays relatively quiet. Highland Scenic Highway runs nearby, offering access to hiking trails and scenic overlooks. Vault toilets require bringing toilet paper during slower periods when maintenance visits are less frequent. Note that pets are not permitted at this campground.

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Map & DirectionsDay Run Campground is located in West Virginia near Marlinton

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Directions

From Marlinton take US Route 219 north 7 miles to State Route 150, which is the Highland Scenic Highway. Turn left onto Route 150 and drive 9 miles to the Williams River Bridge turnoff, located on the left. Turn right at the stop sign onto Forest Road 86 and drive 3 miles to the intersection of Forest Road 216. Take a hard right onto Forest Road 216 and drive 1 mile to Day Run Campground.

Coordinates

38.28747344155006 N
80.21567031800475 W

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Access

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Site Types

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Features

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Drive Time

1 hr 45 min from Beckley, WV
2 hrs 26 min from Harrisonburg, VA

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Reviewed Dec. 22, 2025

National Forest Campground near the Highland Scenic Hwy

Stayed one night at Day Run Campground and overall it was a solid experience. Nothing fancy, but for$8 a night it’s a good deal. The campground is quiet, simple, and easy to access, with sites spread out it feels private. It is along the Williams River. The river is nice to walk along and check out, and the sound of the water adds to the relaxed atmosphere. There are also plenty of nearby trails and scenic stops along the Highland Scenic Highway, which makes this a good base for hiking and exploring the area. If you’re looking for a basic, affordable place to camp in a scenic location, Day Run fits the bill.

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Christy M.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 21, 2020

Spent 4 days here July 17-20

Nice size sites for tents and/or RV. All come with Lantern pole, fire ring with grate for cooking on, and picnic table. There are 2 restrooms located in this camping area with vault toilets only. Take your own toilet paper if campground isn’t busy because it doesn’t get maintained daily and we ran out. Trash cans are in fencing for bear proofing. Self pay.