Tate's Hell State Forest New River Primitive Campsites

The New River Primitive Campsites are in Tate's Hell State Forest (Franklin County). There are eight tent or RV accessible primitive campsites separated over an 11-mile stretch along the west side of the New River: North Road, New River #8, Gully Branch#2, Dew Drop, Borrow Pit #1 and 2, Parker Place and Pope Place. Going east from Sumatra, FL, the closest campsite is North Road, about 14 miles (30-minute drive); the furthest campsite is Pope Place, about 22 miles (60-minute drive) southeast of Sumatra, FL. None of these primitive campsites have electricity, water, or restrooms. New River #8 has a canoe launch and Pope Place has a boat launch. All sites have close access to the river. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.

Tate's Hell State Forest offers a variety of recreation activities for the outdoor enthusiast. There are 35 miles of rivers, streams, and creeks available for canoeing, boating and fishing. A concrete boat launch site is located at Cash Creek, with additional launch sites available at locations throughout the forest. Fishing requires a valid license. Picnicking at one of the many day-use areas is a popular activity and primitive campsites are dispersed throughout the forest. Most campsites are on the river banks with canoe/kayak/small boat access and fishing. This forest is part of the Florida Scenic Trail and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Get outdoors and explore the recreational opportunities at Tate's Hell State Forest; for further information please Click Here.

No facilities. Each site has; Picnic Table, Fire Ring and Grill