Hickory Landing Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Potable water is not available; campers must bring their own drinking water.
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…
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. The…
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
Camping in excess of 14 days
The following activities are not allowed per this order:Camping in excess of 14 days in a 30-day period unless otherwise posted.Public nudity.Swimming in a body of water within a developed recreation area not designated for this use.SCUBA unless posted.Fishing within 50 yards of a boat ramp…
About
Hickory Landing Campground sits in a scenic cypress forest along Owl Creek in Florida's Apalachicola National Forest, about 25 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico in an area known as the Forgotten Coast. The 10 primitive campsites offer a quiet retreat for tent and RV campers seeking solitude in one of the largest national forests in the eastern United States. The campground serves as a primary access point for paddling Owl Creek, which becomes wide and navigable below the landing and extends several miles upstream before becoming impassable. The full-day paddle from Cotton Landing on Kennedy Creek to Hickory Landing via the Apalachicola River is a regional favorite. A free boat ramp with ample trailer parking makes launching easy. Beyond paddling, visitors enjoy excellent birding opportunities and access to nearby pitcher plant bogs that bloom spectacularly in March and April. The 4.6-mile Wright Lake Trail loop is accessible from the area. Hunters frequent the forest during season, though the campground remains open to all campers year-round.
Directions
From Sumatra, travel south on SR 65 approximately 2 miles. Turn west onto Forest Road 101, then turn left (south) on Forest Road 101B and continue one mile to the campground entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $3 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (850) 523-8500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Hickory Landing Page | |
| USFS Owl Creek Page |
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