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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 Womack Creek Campground, FL

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The Womack Creek Campground is in Tate's Hell State Forest (Franklin County), about 12 miles north of Carrabelle, FL. This campground is located close to Ochlockonee River and has the following facilities: tent campsites with water (non-potable) nearby, limited RV campsites with ...
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Description
The Womack Creek Campground is in Tate's Hell State Forest (Franklin County), about 12 miles north of Carrabelle, FL. This campground is located close to Ochlockonee River and has the following facilities: tent campsites with water (non-potable) nearby, limited RV campsites with electric and water (non-potable) nearby, restrooms and showers, boat ramp and pavilion. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, boating, 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:

Pavilion, restroom with running water and warm showers, boat ramp, parking

Camp ground host

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
  • Bathhouse
  • Bicycling
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating, Jon (Paddle)
  • Boating, Kayaking
  • Campground Host
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Canoeing
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Fishing, River/Stream
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Kiosk
  • Lighthouse
  • Photography
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicing
  • Restrooms
  • River/Stream
  • Stargazing
  • Walking
  • Water Access, River / Stream
  • Wildflower Viewing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Beach Access, Coastal
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Retail, Bait & Tackle
  • Retail, Drinks
  • Retail, Ice
  • Town
  • Trails, Moderate Hiking
Alerts and Important Information
Dirt road access subject to weather impacts.
Non-potable water at campsite. Must bring drinking water.

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 Womack Creek Campground
5501 Jeff Sanders Rd
Carrabelle   FL  32322
Phone Number:
Project Office: (850)697-0010