River Road Campground Lake George State Forest
Open year-round. Gate combination required for entry and is provided in the Reserve America confirmation email. Burn bans may restrict campfires during dry periods; check the Florida Burn Ban Dashboard before visiting.
Flood Warning issued November 7 at 10:50AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Deland affecting Lake and Volusia Counties. .Heavy rainfall has caused the St. Johns River near Deland remain near Minor flood stage. The river is forecast to slowly climb through Minor flood stage this weekend and into next week. For the St. Johns River...including Deland...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Johns River near Deland. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 4.5 feet, Water moves into yards and approaches buildings around Hontoon Island. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 AM EST Saturday the stage was 3.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 3.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight and continue rising to 4.4 feet early Thursday morning. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 4.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued November 7 at 10:46AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Lake and Volusia Counties. .Heavy rainfall that has occurred upstream will maintain river levels within Moderate flood stage through early next week as a large volume of rainwater works north through the basin. 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 3.0 feet, Water approaches or may enter lowest homes on or near Wildhog Road and nearby canals. Flooding reaches the parking lot of the Juno Trail Apartments. Flooding on portions of Alligator Road and Holiday Road. Lowest lying yards along Blue Creek are flooded. Roads at Astor Landing Campground and Lake Dexter Boat Ramp begin to flood. Water enters lower homes closest to the river on McPherson Lane. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 AM EST Saturday the stage was 3.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM EST Saturday was 3.1 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
About
River Road Campground provides a quiet primitive camping experience in the heart of Lake George State Forest, a 21,176-acre tract of flatwoods, sandhills, and floodplain wetlands in northwest Volusia County. The 10 tent-only sites cluster beneath a shady canopy of live oaks, each furnished with a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. A communal pitcher pump supplies non-potable water, and a portable toilet serves the campground. No hookups or showers are available. The forest borders approximately 5.5 miles of waterfront along the St. Johns River and Lake George, Florida's second-largest lake. Kayakers and canoeists can paddle the river, while anglers pursue bass and bream. Over 20 miles of multi-use trails accommodate hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. Lake George State Forest is part of a contiguous corridor of public lands vital to the survival of the area's Florida black bear population, and wildlife viewing opportunities abound. Reservations are made through Reserve America up to 11 months in advance; same-day bookings are possible. Entry requires a gate combination sent via confirmation email. Campers should be aware that low-lying areas of the campground may flood after heavy summer rains. Check the state's Burn Ban Public Dashboard before visiting, as fire restrictions may affect campfires.
Directions
From I-95, take Exit 268 and travel west on State Road 40 for 26.5 miles. Turn left on St. Johns River Road and continue 2.75 miles to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8.89 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 21ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 384-5256 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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