Group Landing
Open — Open year-round for reservations. Guests must contact the Osceola Ranger Station to obtain the gate code prior to arrival. Maximum stay is 14 days within any 30-day period.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 8 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, 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.
Freeze Warning issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 30 at 8:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 8 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, 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.
Prospect Bluff Historic Site Closure Order
Authorities and Geographic Applicability. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(c), this Forest Order: (1) Closes the Prospect Bluff Historic Site in its entirety for the preservation of objects or areas of historical, archaeological, geological, or paleontological interest.
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
About
Group Landing is a secluded group camping facility on the shore of Ocean Pond within the Olustee Experimental Forest area of Osceola National Forest. This reservation-only site offers a flexible space for family camping trips, company picnics, and small group gatherings, accommodating up to 50 overnight guests or 75 for day use. The facility includes four campsites with water and electric hookups, an accessible bathhouse with hot showers and flush toilets, potable water, bear-proof garbage cans, picnic tables, a large grill, and a fire pit. A large picnic shelter provides covered space for group activities. The private sand beach offers excellent swimming and easy shore launching for small boats, canoes, and kayaks. Larger craft can use the nearby boat ramp at adjacent Olustee Beach. Surrounded by tall pines and cypress draped in Spanish moss, Group Landing provides a tranquil setting for observing wildlife along Ocean Pond, a large freshwater lake known for excellent fishing and boating. The facility is located near 22 miles of the Florida National Scenic Trail and the historic Olustee Battlefield, site of the largest Civil War battle in Florida. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out is at noon. Guests must contact the Osceola Ranger Station at +1 (386) 752-2577 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, to obtain the gate code prior to arrival.
Directions
From the intersection of Highway 441 and Highway 90 in Lake City, drive east on Highway 90 for 12.6 miles. Turn left at the flashing light onto Pine Street. Cross the railroad tracks. After about half a mile, turn left at the sign directing you to The Landing. Turn onto your first road on the left, and you will soon see the gate for the facility.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| 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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