Middle Dredge Campsite
Open year-round for primitive backcountry camping. Reservations required through Recreation.gov at $25 per night. Separate park entrance fee required upon arrival. Check-in and check-out both at 11:00 AM.
Flood Warning issued October 21 at 9:34AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties. .Persistent northeast winds have caused river levels on the St Johns at Astor to rise into Moderate Flood Stage. The river is forecast to climb slowly through Moderate Flood Stage through the end of this week. There is potential for levels to approach Major Flood Stage next week after northeasterly winds increase again. For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 3.5 feet, Canals have overflowed into yards. Homes on or near Wildhog and Bonnet roads become inaccessible with several inches of water inside homes along the river and canals. Docks at Astor Bridge marina and throughout Astor are completely submerged. Bartram Rd and Holiday Circle are inaccessible with yards completely submerged. Clair Street is inaccessible. Roads flooded in South Moon Fish Camp, docks and yards at condominiums on Juno Trail and water breaches the sea wall at Blair's Jungle Den. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 3.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 AM EDT Wednesday was 3.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 3.2 feet. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Rip Current Statement issued October 21 at 1:44PM EDT until October 23 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and rough surf. * WHERE...The beaches of Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie, and Martin Counties. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
High Surf Advisory issued October 21 at 4:04AM EDT until October 21 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and rough surf. * WHERE...The beaches of Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie, and Martin Counties. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
About
Middle Dredge Campsite is one of fourteen primitive island campsites in the Mosquito Lagoon backcountry of Canaveral National Seashore. Positioned across from Seminole Rest Historic Site on the northeast side of a dredge spoil island, the site offers an immersive paddling and camping experience in one of Florida's most pristine coastal lagoon ecosystems. The closest channel marker is #9A. This is a true backcountry experience with no developed amenities. Campers must bring all supplies including approximately one gallon of drinking water per person per day, and pack out everything they bring in following Leave No Trace principles. Fires are permitted only in grills or self-contained units using charcoal or natural firewood. Access requires personal watercraft; larger vessels will need to use boat ramps in the town of Oak Hill. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov at $25 per night, available up to six months in advance. Check-in and check-out are both at 11:00 AM. A separate park entrance fee is required. Cell phone coverage is recommended for emergencies.
Directions
Middle Dredge Campsite is located on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway, across from Seminole Rest Historic Site. The closest channel marker is #9A. A canoe/kayak launch is available at Seminole Rest. Larger vessels must use boat ramps in the town of Oak Hill.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 428-3384 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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