Within Park
- Bird Watching
- Boating, Kayaking
- Camping, Primitive
- Fire Rings
- Fishing, River/Stream
- Grills
- Parking
- Photography
- Picnic Tables
- River/Stream
- Walking
- Wildflower Viewing
- Wildlife Viewing
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.
Krul Campground Info: Day Passes are not valid for entry at Krul Campground. Reservations are required for entry and are available 2 days in advance here. Annual passholders also require a reservation, but will be admitted for free.
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.
Krul Campground Info: Day Passes are not valid for entry at Krul Campground. Reservations are required for entry and are available 2 days in advance here. Annual passholders also require a reservation, but will be admitted for free.
Florida State Forests
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.
Baptism Hole Group Camp Pine Log State Forest, FL
10 Ratings
The Baptism Hole Group Camp is in Pine Log State Forest (Washington County), about 14 miles north of Panama City Beach, FL. This is a primitive group camp along Pine Log Creek without access to water, electric or restrooms. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, ...
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Overview
Description
The Baptism Hole Group Camp is in Pine Log State Forest (Washington County), about 14 miles north of Panama City Beach, FL. This is a primitive group camp along Pine Log Creek without access to water, electric or restrooms. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, swimming, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.
Geography:
Acquired in 1936, Pine Log State Forest was Floridas first state forest and is named for Pine Log Creek, which runs through the forest. This forest is approximately 7,000 acres and is comprised of various natural communities including sand hills, flatwoods, Cypress ponds and titi swamps, which are home to a diverse mixture of indigenous animal and plant species. For further information about Pine Log State Forest, please Click Here.
Recreation:
Pine Log State Forest has campgrounds, day-use areas and recreational trails that offers many activities for the outdoor enthusiast, including camping, horseback riding, birding, wildlife viewing, photography, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, swimming, fishing, and hunting. Please note that the trails are designated hiking only, hiking and biking only, and horseback riding only. This forest is part of the Florida Scenic Trail and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Get outdoors and explore the recreational opportunities at Pine Log State Forest; for further information please Click Here.
Facilities:
Pavilion, fishing piers, swimming area, picnic areas, hiking/biking trails.
Nearby Attractions:
Panama City Beach, Shipwreck Island, Gulf World, Zoo World, Ebro Greyhound Park.
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
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
Cancellations: Refunds:
Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Peak Season
Jan 01 2024 -
Dec 31 2024
Jan 01 2024 -
Dec 31 2024
Tent Only
$9.09
Peak Season
Jan 01 2025 -
Dec 31 2025
Jan 01 2025 -
Dec 31 2025
Tent Only
$9.09
*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):
30.42167, -85.86917
30°25'18"N, 85°52'9"W
From I-10 take Exit 112 for FL-79 S toward Panama City Beach.
Head South on FL-79 for 29.8 miles.
Turn right onto Environmental Road and proceed for 0.4 miles.
Turn left onto Longleaf Road (Forest Road C-2) and proceed to kiosk.
Head back East on Environmental Road toward FL-79.
Entrance to Baptism Hole Group Camp is on the East side of FL-79 directly across from Env. Road.
30.42167, -85.86917
30°25'18"N, 85°52'9"W
From I-10 take Exit 112 for FL-79 S toward Panama City Beach.
Head South on FL-79 for 29.8 miles.
Turn right onto Environmental Road and proceed for 0.4 miles.
Turn left onto Longleaf Road (Forest Road C-2) and proceed to kiosk.
Head back East on Environmental Road toward FL-79.
Entrance to Baptism Hole Group Camp is on the East side of FL-79 directly across from Env. Road.
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