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Attention: This facility is for organized youth groups only with adult chaperones.
Important Notice: Drought conditions continue to worsen, and numerous Florida counties have implemented burn bans. State Forest campgrounds within counties under a burn ban are subject to the same restrictions, which may affect your camping experience. Please check the Burn Ban Public Dashboard and plan accordingly before making a reservation.
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Karick Lake North Youth Group Camp Blackwater River State Forest, FL

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The Karick Lake Youth Group Camp is located within the Karick Lake Recreation Area, in the Blackwater River State Forest (Okaloosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This group camp is located on the north side of Karick Lake (65-acres) and has the following facilities: ...
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Description
The Karick Lake Youth Group Camp is located within the Karick Lake Recreation Area, in the Blackwater River State Forest (Okaloosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This group camp is located on the north side of Karick Lake (65-acres) and has the following facilities: campsites with water (potable) only, restrooms, and showers (available in the Karick Lake North Campground), boat ramp and pier. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, boating, canoeing, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, nature study and photography.
Geography:

Blackwater River State Forest is the largest state forest in Florida, with over 210,000 acres of woodlands, lakes, and streams that has outstanding forest and water resources. It is named for the Blackwater River, which begins in neighboring Conecuh County, Alabama, and meanders southwestward through the forest. With the adjacent federal landholdings of Conecuh National Forest, to the north, and Eglin Air Force Base, to the south, this area is the largest contiguous ecological community of the longleaf pine - wiregrass ecosystem in the world. For further information about Blackwater River State Forest, please Click Here.

Recreation:

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 many activities in the Blackwater River State Forest. For further information about the recreational opportunities at Blackwater River State Forest, please Click Here.

Facilities:

This recreation area has a boat ramp connected to a 65 acre fishing lake.

Nearby Attractions:

Blackwater Canoe Rental, Bobs Canoes, Adventures Unlimited,
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Air Force
Armament Museum, Okaloosa Island Pier, National Naval Aviation Museum,
Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach, Gulf of Mexico

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Bathhouse
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Campground Host
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Dock, Fishing
  • Dump Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing Lake
  • Flower Viewing
  • Nature Study
  • PICNICKING
  • Parking
  • Photography
  • Restrooms
  • Water Drinking
  • Wildflower Viewing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Alerts and Important Information
Electric boat motors only.

North Karick Lake Youth Area has drinking water but no electricity at the group camping site. Restrooms with showers are available in the campground. North Karick Lake youth area and its vicinity is in a non-hunting zone. During the main hunting season from Thanksgiving to mid February it is recommended to wear fluorescent orange when hiking away from the camping area.
No swimming.
Pets allowed on leash.
Alcohol prohibited.
If a camper is incorrectly set up on your reserved group 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.
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Karick Lake North Youth Group Camp Blackwater River State Forest
11650 Munson Highway
Milton  FL  32570
Phone Number:
Information:  (850)957-5700