Eastern Lake Campground 1 Point Washington State Forest
Open year-round. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance through ReserveAmerica. Maximum stay is 14 nights within a 30-day period. Active bear area; store food properly. Wear blaze orange during hunting seasons.
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 27 at 1:08AM EDT until July 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 112 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115 possible. * WHERE...Portions of Big Bend and Panhandle Florida. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ this morning to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Rip Current Statement issued July 27 at 2:59AM EDT until July 28 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Walton, Bay, and Gulf County Beaches. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Surf heights 2 to 3 feet.
Heat Advisory issued July 27 at 1:08AM EDT until July 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 112 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 115 possible. * WHERE...Portions of Big Bend and Panhandle Florida. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ this morning to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Eastern Lake Campground 1 sits in the heart of Point Washington State Forest, a 15,000-acre preserve known for its longleaf pine sandhills, scrub habitats, and coastal dune lakes. The campground provides direct access to the Eastern Lake Trail system, which offers 3.5-, 5-, and 10-mile loop options for hiking and mountain biking. Eastern Lake itself is a rare coastal dune lake and a popular spot for paddling. This is a primitive tent-only campground with 4 designated sites. RVs and trailers are not permitted. Each site has an 8-person occupancy limit, with a maximum 14-night stay within any 30-day period. The forest has an active black bear population, so campers must store food in approved containers or inside vehicles. During hunting season, wearing blaze orange is advised. The campground operates year-round on a reservation system through ReserveAmerica, with bookings available up to 11 months in advance. At under $10 per night, it's one of the more affordable camping options along Florida's Emerald Coast, though the trade-off is minimal infrastructure and pack-it-out policies.
Directions
From the intersection of US 98 and US 79: head west on US 98 for 15.1 miles to Forest Road 2. Follow signs 2.7 miles to Forest Road 7. The campground is 1 mile down FR 7 on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $8.92 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 53ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (850) 267-8325 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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