U.S. Forest Service · Apalachicola National Forest · FL

Porter Lake

Not publishedStatus

First-comeAccess

The place

Primitive camping and day use with fishing on Porter Lake and access for paddlers into winding channels through the floodplain forest of the Ochlockonee River basin. Backpacking Trailhead along the Florida National Scenic Trail . East to Smith Creek and Bradwell Bay, west to Vilas and Camel Lake. Hunting/Camping Used as a hunt camp during general gun season. Camping is allowed to non-hunters during general gun season. Be aware of hunting environment.

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No reservation needed

First come,
first servedArrive early — popular areas fill by afternoon

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Fees

Free

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Your representative

This campground sits in FL-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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