Seventeen Mile Primitive Camp
Open — Open year-round for primitive camping on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations. Limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 8 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.
Freeze Warning issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 30 at 8:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 8 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.
Prospect Bluff Historic Site Closure Order
Authorities and Geographic Applicability. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(c), this Forest Order: (1) Closes the Prospect Bluff Historic Site in its entirety for the preservation of objects or areas of historical, archaeological, geological, or paleontological interest.
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
About
Seventeen Mile Primitive Camp sits at the southeastern edge of the Big Gum Swamp Wilderness in Osceola National Forest, offering a genuine backcountry camping experience for those seeking solitude. This primitive hunt camp is accessible via CR 250, approximately 2 miles west of the intersection with CR 229. The site provides free, dispersed camping year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no amenities. The campground is primarily used as a hunt camp during general gun season, but is available to all campers throughout the year. Visitors should be prepared for a true primitive experience with no drinking water, restrooms, or other facilities on-site. The location provides access to the surrounding forest and wilderness areas for hiking, hunting, and exploring the unique ecosystems of this small but ecologically significant national forest. Campers must be self-sufficient and practice Leave No Trace principles. A 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period applies to all camping in Osceola National Forest. The area connects to the larger biodiversity corridor linking to the Okefenokee Swamp and offers opportunities to experience Florida's natural landscape away from developed recreation sites.
Directions
Located on CR 250 approximately 2 miles west of the intersection with CR 229 in Osceola National Forest.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| 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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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