Group Landing
Open year-round. Reservations required through Recreation.gov. Contact Osceola Ranger Station at 386-752-2577 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.) to obtain gate code prior to arrival. Check-in 2:00 p.m., check-out noon.
Flood Watch issued October 4 at 1:22AM EDT until October 5 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Florida, including the following areas, Baker, Coastal Duval, Coastal Nassau, Eastern Hamilton, Inland Nassau, Northern Columbia, South Central Duval, Trout River, Western Duval and Western Hamilton and southeast Georgia, including the following areas, Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Clinch, Coastal Camden, Coastal Glynn, Coffee, Echols, Inland Camden, Inland Glynn, Jeff Davis, Northeastern Charlton, Northern Ware, Pierce, Southern Ware, Wayne and Western Charlton. * WHEN...From noon EDT today through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A Flood Watch is in effect due to the potential for localized to scattered rainfall amounts of 3 to 5 inches. Because previous rain has already partially saturated soils, additional heavy or training downpours will quickly lead to flooding - Areas along I-10 in Northeast Florida and all of Southeast Georgia - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Travel Management & Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service are reviewing the Executive Order, entitled "Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands" issued May 29, 2026, that may affect travel management on National Forest System lands. Any changes to public…
Fire Restrictions in Effect for Ocala National Forest
The Ocala National Forest is under stage 1 fire restrictions. Exemptions include developed campsites with Forest Service provided campfire rings and grills. Dispersed campers who wish to have fires must use propane; charcoal is authorized for grilling purposes. All residents must conform to the…
About
Group Landing sits on the scenic shore of Ocean Pond within the Olustee Experimental Forest area of Osceola National Forest. This secluded group site offers a private sand beach perfect for swimming, shore-launching canoes and kayaks, and fishing. A larger boat ramp is available nearby at Olustee Beach for bigger watercraft. The facility includes an accessible bathhouse with hot showers and flush toilets, a large covered picnic shelter with tables, a barbecue grill, and a fire ring. Four sites with electric and water hookups can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet. Bear-proof garbage cans are provided. The surrounding landscape features tall pines and cypress draped in Spanish moss. Nearby attractions include Olustee Beach day use area, 22 miles of the Florida National Scenic Trail, and the historic Olustee Battlefield site of the largest Civil War battle in Florida.
Directions
From the intersection of Hwy 441 and Hwy 90 in Lake City, FL, drive east on Hwy 90 for 12.6 miles. Turn left at the flashing light onto Pine Street. Cross over the railroad tracks. After about half a mile, you will see a sign directing you to turn left and proceed to The Landing. Turn onto your first road on the left, and you will soon see the gate for the facility.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 752-2577 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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