Pless Place Overnight Hunt Camp
Open — Open through April 27, 2026. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance. Proof of current hunting license or management area stamp required.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 18 at 1:00PM EST until January 19 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 23 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 possible. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Freeze Warning issued January 18 at 1:00PM EST until January 19 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 23 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 possible. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Freeze Watch issued January 18 at 1:00PM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 23 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 possible. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
About
Pless Place Overnight Hunt Camp is a primitive camping facility situated in the remote Richloam Wildlife Management Area within Withlacoochee State Forest in Hernando County. This no-frills hunt camp provides a base for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts seeking an authentic backcountry experience in one of Florida's largest state forests. The campground features 11 primitive drive-up campsites, each accommodating up to 8 people with driveway lengths of 37 feet. Sites are reservable through the Florida State Forests reservation system up to 11 months in advance at $8.97 per night. The facility operates seasonally, primarily during hunting seasons, and is open through late April. Proof of a current hunting license or management area stamp is required for overnight stays. This is a true primitive camping experience with no amenities and no potable water available on-site. Campers must be completely self-sufficient. The discharge of firearms is prohibited on, from, or across any campsite, and generators must be shut down between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. The Richloam Wildlife Management Area offers opportunities for hunting white-tailed deer, wild turkey, small game, and wild hog, as well as wildlife viewing, birding, and hiking in the surrounding wilderness.
Directions
From I-75: Take SR 50 east 7.6 miles to Porter Gap Road. Turn right (south) on Porter Gap Road and go 6 miles to Riverland Road. Turn left (northeast) and go 1.7 miles to Riverland/Clay Sink Road. Turn right (south) briefly to entrance on right. For overnight camp, take North Carter Pond Road northeast (left) a short distance; campground is on left.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Pless Place Hunt Camp 0.2mi
- Richloam Tract Primitive Camp Zone East 1.4mi
- Meg's Hole Hunt Camp 3.6mi
- Richloam Tract Primitive Camp Zone South 3.9mi
- Richloam Tract Primitive Camp Zone North 4.2mi
- Cedar Hammock Lodge- Day Use Event Facility 7.1mi
- River Junction Campground Withlacoochee State Forest 8.4mi
- Cypress Glen Campground Withlacoochee State Forest 9.5mi
- Silver Lake Campground Withlacoochee State Forest 9.5mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8.97 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 37ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 797-4140 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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