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Important Notice: The Florida Forest Service will close all campgrounds and recreation areas on State Forests if the county where the State Forest is located is placed under a Tropical Storm or Hurricane WARNING by the National Weather Service. Reservations will be automatically refunded for closures related to tropical weather.
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Tate's Hell State Forest Sumatra Primitive Campsites, FL

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The Sumatra Primitive Campsite is in Tate's Hell State Forest (Liberty County), about 10 miles (30-minute drive) east of Sumatra, FL. This is a tent or RV accessible primitive campsite along the New River that has easy access for canoeing and kayaking. This primitive campsite does not ...
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The Sumatra Primitive Campsite is in Tate's Hell State Forest (Liberty County), about 10 miles (30-minute drive) east of Sumatra, FL. This is a tent or RV accessible primitive campsite along the New River that has easy access for canoeing and kayaking. This primitive campsite does not have electricity, water, or restrooms. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.
Geography:

Located in Franklin and Liberty Counties, between the Apalachicola and Ochlockonee rivers, Tate's Hell State Forest is one continuous tract of land comprising over 202,437 acres. The natural resources found on Tate's Hell State Forest are very diverse due to the unique and various natural community types. Currently, the forest contains approximately 107,300 acres of hydric communities such as wet prairie (contains a vast diversity of plant species), wet flatwoods, strand swamp, bottomland forest, baygall and floodplain swamp. which are home to a diverse mixture of indigenous animal and plant species. Tate's Hell State Forest is home to several stands of dwarf cypress, also known as "miniature" or "hat-rack" cypress. Although some of the trees are over 150 years old, none are taller than about 15 feet. The Ralph G. Kendrick Boardwalk offers an observation tower overlooking one of the areas where these dwarf cypress trees grow most prolifically. For further information about Tate's Hell State Forest, please Click Here.

Recreation:

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.

Facilities:

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

Nearby Attractions:

Franklin County Beaches
St. George Island
Carrabelle Lighthouse
Camp Gordon Johnson Museum
Apalachicola
Apalachicola National Forest
Apalachicola National Estuary Research Reserve

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Archery
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating, Kayaking
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Canoeing
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Photography
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicing
  • Stargazing
  • Wildflower Viewing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
  • Dock, Boat
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Lookout Tower
  • Town
Alerts and Important Information
No water at campsite.

Dirt road access subject to extreme weather conditions.

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.
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Tate's Hell State Forest Sumatra Primitive Campsites
40169 SE Campsite Rd.
Sumatra  FL  32335
Phone Number:
Information:  (850)697-0010