Seventeen Mile Primitive Camp
The site is marked as temporarily closed on the official USFS website as of April 2025. No specific reopening date has been announced. Contact the Osceola Ranger District for current status.
Flood Warning issued October 11 at 9:38PM EDT until October 14 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Georgia... Florida... St Mary's River At Macclenny affecting Baker, Charlton and Nassau Counties. Additional information is available at https://water.weather.gov/wfo/JAX The next statement will be issued Monday evening at 945 PM EDT. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Mary's River at Macclenny. * WHEN...Until late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Minor flooding of low lying areas and timber lands including some properties along St. Mary's River Bluff Road and the Cypress Landing Resort on the Georgia side. At 14.0 feet, Flooding of bottomlands along the river and some lower access roads including the lower half of St. Mary's River Bluff Road which cuts off 15 to 20 homes on the Georgia side. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 12.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 12.2 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday evening. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Supervisor's Office Closed
Due to potential weather impacts from Hurricane Isaias, the Supervisor's Office will be temporarily closed Friday, October 9.
Travel Management & Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service are reviewing the Executive Order, entitled "Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands" issued May 29, 2026, that may affect travel management on National Forest System lands. Any changes to public…
About
Seventeen Mile Hunt Camp provides a rugged, primitive camping experience at the southeastern edge of Big Gum Swamp Wilderness within Osceola National Forest in Baker County, Florida. This dispersed camping area emphasizes solitude and self-reliance, making it ideal for experienced campers seeking to escape developed campgrounds. The camp operates as a no-fee, no-reservation primitive area. There is no potable water, no restroom facilities, and campers must bring all supplies and pack out all trash. The site is particularly popular during Florida's hunting seasons, and a valid state hunting license is required for hunting activities. A 14-day camping limit applies to all dispersed camping in the forest. Given its primitive nature, visitors should assess their skills and abilities before visiting. The surrounding Big Gum Swamp Wilderness offers opportunities for exploration, but the swampy terrain and lack of amenities demand preparation and outdoor experience.
Directions
Located on CR 250 approximately 2 miles west of the intersection with CR 229 in Baker County, Florida.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 752-2577 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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