Directions: From Marlinton
take US Route 219 north 7 miles to State Route 150, which is the
Highland Scenic Highway. Turn left onto State Route 150 and drive
approximately 9 miles to the Williams River Bridge turnoff, located
on the left. Turn left at the stop sign onto Forest Road 86 and
drive 1 mile. The campground is located on the right.
Season: Open year-round,
but is usually inaccessible in the winter.
Facilities: Each campsite
has a parking spur, picnic table, fire ring with a grill, waste
receptacle and a lantern hookup. Several campsites also have a
tent pad, although all sites are suitable for tent or trailer
camping. Four campsites are located creekside along Tea Creek.
Three sets of vault (pit) toilets and one hand pump well are located
in the campground. Additional picnic tables are also available
for day users. There is no electricity or telephone service available.
Attractions:
Fishing: The Williams River
is stocked once a month February through May. The West
Virginia Division of Natural Resources
stocks catchable size trout in the section bordering the Tea Creek
Campground. Catch and release fishing is enforced two miles below
Tea Creek Campground and extends two miles downstream. A state
fishing licence, National Forest stamp and trout stamp are required.
Hiking: Trailheads for Bannock
Shoals, Tea Creek Mountain, Tea Creek, and Williams River trails
are located at the campground. These trails connect with several
other trails within the Tea Creek area, which provides access
to 5400 acres of primitive backcountry. There are 45 miles of
trails, with three adirondack-style shelters for overnight camping.
Biking: Mountain biking is allowed
on all hiking trails. Difficulty varies from easy rides such
as along Willaims River trail to more difficult rides along
the Tea Creek Mountain Trail.
Fees: Camping fees are $8.00
per night, or $3.00 per night with Golden Age or Golden Access
Passport.
Reservable - No.
Sites are on a first come, first served basis.
Notes:
Maximum
length of stay is 14 days.
Checkout time is 2:00 pm.
More information
on this campground is available through the Marlinton Ranger District,
PO Box 210, Marlinton WV 24954 (304)799-4334.
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