Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Peacock Slough Campground
Open — Open year-round for day use and overnight camping. Accessible by river only with no vehicle access or overnight parking permitted.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida. * WHEN...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.
About
Peacock Slough River Camp is nestled on the banks of the Suwannee River, positioned just south of Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park. As part of the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail, this free river camp provides comfortable overnight accommodations for paddlers exploring Florida's iconic river system. The camp features five screened sleeping platforms, each accommodating up to eight people, equipped with ceiling fans, electrical outlets, hammock hooks, and small tables. Each platform has its own water spigot, fire ring, and picnic table just outside. In addition to the sleeping platforms, Peacock Slough offers primitive campsites for tent camping, along with hot showers, restroom facilities, picnic tables, grills, and a picnic pavilion. The outpouring of water from the nearby Peacock Springs system is often visible at the river camp entrance. Located at river mile 95.8, the camp sits approximately 8.3 miles downstream from Lafayette Blue Springs State Park and 9.7 miles upstream from Adams Tract River Camp. The camp is accessible only by river, with no vehicle access permitted. Outfitters can arrange gear delivery to the camp. Paddlers must prepare a float plan before departure. The Suwannee River at this location has widened considerably from its narrow upper reaches, flowing through scenic cypress-lined banks and offering access to numerous springs along the wilderness trail.
Directions
Accessible by river only from the Suwannee River at river mile 95.8. Located 8.3 river miles downstream from Lafayette Blue Springs State Park and 9.7 river miles upstream from Adams Tract River Camp.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Lafayette Blue Springs State Park Cabin Loop Campground 5.6mi
- Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Adams Tract Campground 8.4mi
- Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Dowling Park Campground 12mi
- Twin Rivers Primitive Campsites 20mi
- Suwannee River State Park Campground 20mi
- Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Holton Creek Campground 24mi
- Suwannee River Wilderness Trail Woods Ferry Campground 24mi
- Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Campground 27mi
- Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground 33mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 15ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 294-3667 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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