Etoniah Creek State Forest Green Camp
Open — Open year-round. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance through Reserve America. Hunting occurs at various times throughout the year. Prescribed burns are conducted on the forest throughout the year.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida. * WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.
About
Etoniah Creek State Forest Green Camp is a primitive camping area located within the 8,879-acre Etoniah Creek State Forest in Putnam County, approximately 10 minutes east of Florahome. The campground offers 6 tent-only sites with a single vault toilet facility. There is no potable water or electricity available, so campers must bring their own water and be self-sufficient. Each site accommodates up to 6 people and includes fire rings and picnic tables. The forest encompasses diverse natural communities including woodlands, lakes, and creeks. George's Lake spans 819 acres with over 400 feet of lake frontage, while three shallow creeks (Falling Branch Creek, Etoniah Creek, and Rice Creek) wind through floodplain swamps and bottomland hardwoods. This area is notable as the only known site for Conradina etonia, an endangered plant species. Recreational opportunities abound with hiking on the Florida National Scenic Trail (which passes through 4 miles of the forest), horseback riding, hunting, fishing, birding, wildlife viewing, and photography. The forest is part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Nearby attractions include the Palatka-To-Lake Butler State Trail and Ravine Gardens State Park, located 15 miles east in Palatka.
Directions
From State Road 100 in Florahome, turn north on Holloway Road (across from Q.I. Roberts School) for 0.75 miles to Quail Road. Turn east on Quail Road for 0.3 miles to North Creek Road. Turn south on North Creek Road for 0.95 miles to West V Road. Head south on West V Road (crossing Etoniah Creek) for 0.9 miles to the power line. At the power line, turn east for 20 yards then immediately turn north on East V Road. Take East V Road north for 1.5 miles to Green Camp Road. Turn on Green Camp Road and follow for 1 mile to the campground.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Iron Bridge Camp Shelter 2.7mi
- Holloway Day Use Pavilion Etoniah State Forest 2.9mi
- Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park Campground 11mi
- Rodman Campground 14mi
- Lake Delancy West Campground 21mi
- Equestrian Campground Welaka State Forest 20mi
- Welaka Primitive Campsites 21mi
- Salt Springs Recreation Area 26mi
- North Fork Black Creek Camp Zone Jennings State Forest 28mi
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $9.01 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 329-2552 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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