Status: Open

Recreation Areas

Directions:

From I-10, to Bristol, take County Road 12 South. Turn left (east) on Forest Road 105 and drive 2 miles to campground entrance.

People on lakeshore.

Camel Lake

Camel Lake Recreation Area is small and quiet and surrounded by natural scenic beauty. The campground and day use areas are tucked away in a longleaf pine and scrub oak setting.

Camel Lake is the focal point of the recreation area. The lake and white sand beach attracts swimmers, boaters and anglers. Hikers will enjoy the nearby Florida National Scenic Trail.

Fees:

  • $10 per campsite per night, plus $5 for electric hookups
  • $5 per campsite per night, plus $5 for electric hookups for Senior or Access passes
  • $3 per vehicle for day use area

CampingTrailer SpacePicnickingRestroomsShowers AvailableDrinking WaterBoat RampCanoeingFishingSwimmingHiking TrailFee Required

General Information

  • Open year round. Summer hours: 8am to 8pm. Winter hours: 8am to 6pm.
  • Electric trolling motors or paddle boats are welcome on the lake.
  • The recreation area is fairly level and easily accessible for persons with disabilities.

Recreation Site Amenities

  • The ten campsites are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, grill and lantern post.
  • Half the campsites have electric and water.
  • The bathhouse includes hot showers and flush toilets.
  • The day use area includes a swimming beach, a picnic shelter, picnic tables and grills.

Apalachicola Ranger District
11152 NW State Route 20
Bristol, Florida 32321
(850) 643-2282

Wakulla Ranger District
57 Taff Drive
Crawfordville, FL 32327
850-926-3561