Group Camp 1
The group camp is currently closed. The park is undergoing capital improvements affecting multiple facilities. Campfires and charcoal grills are currently banned due to drought and high winds. The Trembling Earth Nature Trail and Boardwalk are closed during the construction project.
Flood Warning issued October 11 at 9:25AM EDT until October 14 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
...The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Florida...Georgia... St Mary's River At Macclenny affecting Charlton, Nassau and Baker Counties. Additional information is available at https://water.weather.gov/wfo/JAX The next statement will be issued Monday morning at 930 AM EDT. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Mary's River at Macclenny. * WHEN...From this morning to late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Minor flooding of low lying areas and timber lands including some properties along St. Mary's River Bluff Road and the Cypress Landing Resort on the Georgia side. At 14.0 feet, Flooding of bottomlands along the river and some lower access roads including the lower half of St. Mary's River Bluff Road which cuts off 15 to 20 homes on the Georgia side. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 12.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 12.2 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday evening. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Group Camp 1 is the Pioneer Campground at Stephen C. Foster State Park, located 18 miles from Fargo in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp. This remote park provides an immersive experience in one of the largest intact freshwater ecosystems in North America, surrounded by cypress draped in Spanish moss and abundant wildlife including alligators, black bears, and over 200 bird species. The Pioneer Campground offers primitive group camping with basic facilities including pit toilets. Unlike the park's main campground which features water and electric hookups, the Pioneer area provides a more rustic experience suited for organized groups seeking to connect with the swamp's wild character. The park requires a $5 refuge fee as it is located within the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Paddlers can explore 25 miles of day-use waterways or arrange overnight canoe trips deeper into the swamp. The park features an interpretive center, the 1.5-mile Trembling Earth Nature Trail, and boat tour options. Due to ongoing capital improvements, some facilities including the boat basin, motorboat rentals, and boat ramp are currently unavailable.
Directions
The drive to Stephen C. Foster State Park is part of the adventure, with travels through beautiful Georgia countryside. Be sure to check your gas gauge and enjoy the scenic country roads.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (912) 637-5274 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Stephen C. Foster State Park Official Page |
Availability
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