Coldwater Equestrian Campground Blackwater River State Forest

8049 Horseshoe Loop Road, Milton FL 32570
Milton, FL 32570

Attention

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Camping and horse trails at Coldwater Equestrian Campground are closed until further notice due to Hurricane Isaias tree damage.

The Coldwater Equestrian Campground is located within the Coldwater Recreation Area, in the Blackwater River State Forest (Santa Rosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This recreation area is bordered to the north by Coldwater Creek and has the following facilities: campsites with electricity and water (potable), dump station, restrooms, and showers, horse corrals and stalls, dog kennels, equestrian trails, dining pavilion available by reservation. Coldwater Recreation Area has been a prized recreation area for bird dog and fox hound field trial participants. The equestrian trails take horseback riders through some of the most scenic woodlands in Florida. Recreational opportunities featured here are: horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, picnicking, bird watching, nature study, wildlife viewing and photography.

Blackwater River State Forest has campgrounds, day-use areas and recreational trails that offer a variety of activities such as swimming, hiking, camping, canoeing, nature study, birding, fishing, hunting, horseback riding and mountain biking. This forest is part of the Florida National Scenic Trail and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Get outdoors and explore the recreational opportunities at Blackwater River State Forest; for further information please Click Here.

There are 56 campsites with electric hooks for RVs or tents, 60 barn stalls, 3 corrals for horses, 124 kennels for hunting dogs in field trial events and 58 covered paddocks.

There is a dining hall with a pavilion.

This facility has restrooms with showers.

There is a sandbar along the creek for campers and horse riders and 55 miles of horse trails.

Camp site features

Across 141 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 55 of 141 sites
Water hookups: 54 of 141 sites
Pets allowed: 55 of 141 sites
Longest RV: 60 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Power up to 50 amps

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Rules

Horses are allowed in the corrals, stalls, paddocks, and on trails. Horses are not allowed at campsites. Horses are not allowed in the creek that borders this facility. There are swift currents and deep holes in the creek; do not leave children unattended near creek! Designated equestrian trails are for equestrian riders only unless they are named and numbered legal vehicular access roads. Vehicles pulling a camper must be included in the total length of the unit when selecting sites. Vehicle with camper attached must fit completely in the site and not extend into the campground road. Coldwater Equestrian Campground and its vicinity is in a non-hunting zone. During the main hunting season, Thanksgiving to mid February, it is recommended to wear fluorescent orange when traveling on horse trails away from the equestrian facility. If a camper is incorrectly set up on your reserved campsite advise the Campground Host. If the Campground Host is not on site, courteously advise the camper that you have a reservation. Please have your reservation with you on your electronic device, or have a printed copy, or have your reservation number.

Directions

From I-10 take exit 22 for FL-281 N toward Milton/Gulf Breeze. Head North on FL-281 N (Avalon Blvd.) for 4 miles to US-90 E (Caroline St.) and turn Right. Go to Highway 87 (Stewart Street) at the Burger King restaurant and turn left. Go .8 miles to the Milton High School and turn right on Highway 191 (Munson Highway.) Continue 14 miles to the Coldwater Recreation Area sign. Turn left and follow the pavement 5.5 miles to the facility. From the west on State Road 4, drive 2 miles past the 4 way stop at the Berrydale Intersection of State Road 87 and state Road 4. Turn right on Gordon Land Road. Travel 4.5 miles to the facility. Using internet search: 8049 Horse Shoe Loop Road Milton, Fl 32570