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 September 30 at 10:39PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Lake and Volusia Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor remains within Minor Flood Stage due to tidal effects. River levels are forecast to gradually subside the rest of this week, but remain within Minor Flood stage. For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. * WHERE...St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 2.3 feet, Many docks become submerged along the river and in canals in the Astor community. Water enters yards of properties on Bartram Road, Holiday Circle and along Wild Hog Road on the Lake County side. In Volusia County, water encroaches yards of homes on the river side of Alice Drive. No wake zones are in effect from near the South Moon Canal to approximately 800 feet south of the Riverview lodge. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 2.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 PM EDT Wednesday was 2.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to very slowly subside from 2.5 feet tonight to 2.3 feet late this week. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 2.5 feet on 05/28/2023. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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