Tate's Hell State Forest Picketts Bay Primitive Campsites

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Warren Bluff and East River Rd., Carrabelle FL 32322
Carrabelle, FL 32322

The Picketts Bay Primitive Campsites are in Tate's Hell State Forest (Franklin County). There are five primitive campsites available: the campsites at Sunday Rollaway, Oxbow, Warren Bluff and New River#1 are tent and RV accessible and the campsite at Gully Branch #1 is tent only. These sites are 10 - 12 miles (20 - 30 minute drive) north of Carrabelle, FL. None of these primitive campsites have electricity, water, or restrooms. All five sites have close access to a 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.

Camp site features

Across 8 camp sites:

  • Pets allowed: 5 of 8 sites
  • Largest party: 8 people

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

No water at campsite. If you have non-emergency situation and need assistance between 5:00 pm - 8:00 am, please contact Florida Forest Service Dispatch at (850) 681-5950.

Directions

GPS Info 10 New River: 29.9304 -84.7353 11 Gully Branch: 29.9571 -84.7195 46 Sunday Rollaway: 29.9029 -84.6515 47 Oxbow: 29.8717 -84.6799 48 Warren Bluff: 29.8731 -84.6962 10 New River: From US 98, turn onto River Road and travel about 4.3 mile; turn right onto Burnt Bridge Road and travel about 4 miles; turn left onto East Double Bridge Road. The campsite is about 1.6 mile ahead at the end of the road. 11 Gully Branch: From CR 67, turn onto Gully Branch Road. The campsite is about 5.8 miles ahead on your left before the New River. The campsite is across from the day use pavilion. 46 Sunday Rollaway: From CR 67, turn onto Gully Branch Road and travel about 1.2 mile; turn first left (onto Warren Bluff Road) and travel about 2 miles; turn onto campsite road. The campsite is about 0.45 mile ahead at the end of the road. 47 Oxbow: From CR 67, turn onto Gully Branch Road and travel about 1.2 mile; turn left onto Warren Bluff Road and travel about 4 miles; turn first left (onto Forest Road 124A). The campsite is about 0.8 mile ahead on your left. 48 Warren Bluff: From US 98, turn onto River Road and travel about 4.3 mile; turn right onto Burnt Bridge Road and travel about 0.35 mile; turn right onto Warren Bluff Road and travel about 2.6 miles; turn right (onto Forest Road 315A). The campsite is 0.2 mile ahead at the end of the road.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 1 PM.

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