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Eastern Lake Campground 1 Point Washington State Forest, FL

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The Eastern Lake Campground is in Point Washington State Forest (Walton County), about 9 miles south of Freeport, FL. This is a primitive campground located near Eastern Lake. Campsites do not have water or electric, but a restroom is available. This state forest is widely used ...
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Description

The Eastern Lake Campground is in Point Washington State Forest (Walton County), about 9 miles south of Freeport, FL. This is a primitive campground located near Eastern Lake. Campsites do not have water or electric, but a restroom is available. This state forest is widely used for hunting, mountain biking and hiking. The Eastern Lake Trail system consists of three double-track loop trails and the hiker or bicyclist can travel the 3.5-, 5- or 10-mile loop. The Longleaf Greenway Trail is approximately 8 miles; it is not a loop trail, but a spur trail off the Eastern Lake Trailhead. The McQuage Bayou Horse Trail is for horseback riding only and consists of two loops offering riders their choice of a three or five-mile ride. Other recreational activities featured here are: fishing, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography. This forest is part of the Florida Scenic Trail and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Get outdoors and explore the recreational opportunities at Point Washington State Forest; for further information please Click Here.

Geography:

Point Washington State Forest is approximately 15,400 acres and is comprised of 10 natural communities that are intermixed throughout the forest. A significant portion of the forest is sand hill, mesic flatwoods, basin swamp/titi drains, wet prairie and cypress swamps that are home to a diverse mixture of indigenous animal and plant species. For further information about Point Washington State Forest, please Click Here.

Facilities:

  • Campsites are positioned around a loop scenically in the forest. Reserving multiple sites is encouraged for large groups.
  • All campsites share a communal outhouse.
  • Trail access is less than 1/4 mile from the campground.

    • Nearby Attractions:

    Panama City Beach - 10 miles to East

  • Shipwreck Island, Gulf World, Zoo World, Ripleys, Wonderworks

    South Walton Beachs - 30A directly South of Forest
  • Santa Rosa Beach and Golf club
  • Paddleboarding, dining, shopping etc.

    Destin - 25 miles West
  • Big Kahuna's

    Fort Walton Beach - 35 miles West
  • Gulfarium Marin Adventure Park, Emerald Coast Science Center, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone Topsail, Henderson, Eden Gardens, Grayton Beach, Deer Lake and Camp Helen.

    • Booking Window
    Thu Oct 31 2024 - Tue Sep 30 2025

    Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.

    Season Dates

    Season Schedule

    Park Season
    Start
    End
    Peak
    Mon Jan 01 2024
    Tue Dec 31 2024
    Peak
    Wed Jan 01 2025
    Wed Dec 31 2025
    Services and Amenities
    Within Park
    • Fire Rings
    • Hunting
    • Picnic Tables
    • Tent Area
    Less Than 100 Feet
    • Hiking Trail
    Greater Than 1 Mile
    • Park Lake
    Fees and Cancellation Policies
    Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
    Cancellations:

  • Cancellations can be made on the website and through the call center.
  • 1 or more days prior to arrival: $9 non-refundable cancellation fee.
  • Day of or after arrival, must be cancelled through the call center.
  • $9.00 plus the 1st night's use fee.
  • After the arrival date, $9 non-refundable cancellation fee, fees for the nights following the call will be refunded. No same night refunds.

    Refunds:

  • Credit Card refunds are automatically credited back to the original credit card and will take up to 3 - 5 business days to appear on the customer's statement.
  • The State Forest campgrounds cannot process refunds for reservations processed online or through the call center.
  • The State Forest can process refunds for cash or check payments made through walk-in office reservations and walk-up campsites. State Forest do not process any credit card refunds.

    • Facility Rates*
    Park Season
    Site Type
    Nightly/Daily Rates
    Peak Season
    Jan 01 2024 -
    Dec 31 2024
    Tent Only
    $8.92
    Peak Season
    Jan 01 2025 -
    Dec 31 2025
    Tent Only
    $8.92

    *Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges

    **Weekly rates may not be available for all sites

    Getting There
    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    30.31694, -86.09889
    30°19'1"N, 86°5'56"W

    From U.S. Highway 98 and Highway 79 - Head 15.1 miles west to Forest Road 2 (on left across from Point Washington State Forest field office) - From Forest Road 2 follow signs 2.7 miles to Forest Road 7 - Campground is located 1 mile down Forest Road 7 on left at dead end. (Directional signs are in place from Road 2)

    From U.S. Highway 98 and U.S. Highway 331 - Head 5.7 miles east to Forest Road 2 (on right across from Point Washington State Forest field office) - From Forest Road 2 follow signs 2.7 miles to Forest Road 7 - Campground is located 1 mile down Forest Road 7 on left at dead end. (Directional signs are in place from Road 2)
    Contact Information

    Mailing Address:

    Eastern Lake Campground 1 Point Washington State Forest
    5865 E. U.S. Highway 98
    Santa Rosa Beach  FL  32459
    Phone Number:
    Information:  (850)267-8325
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