Tate's Hell State Forest High Bluff Primitive Campsites

Open — Open year-round. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance.

About

The High Bluff Primitive Campsites are located within Tate's Hell State Forest in Franklin County, offering three separate tent or RV accessible primitive camping locations at Dry Bridge, Rake Creek, and Pidcock Road. These sites are positioned 18-22 miles (30-35 minute drive) west of Carrabelle along creeks that provide excellent access for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Each site accommodates up to 8 people and includes basic amenities of a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Tate's Hell State Forest encompasses over 202,437 acres between the Apalachicola and Ochlockonee rivers, featuring diverse natural communities including wet prairies, strand swamps, and bottomland forests. The forest offers 35 miles of rivers, streams, and creeks for paddling and fishing. Recreational activities include hiking on the Florida Scenic Trail, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and photography. The forest is also known for its dwarf cypress stands, some over 150 years old, which can be viewed from the Ralph G. Kendrick Boardwalk. These primitive sites require campers to be self-sufficient as there are no water, electricity, or restrooms available. Reservations are available up to 11 months in advance through the Florida State Forests reservation system. Sites cost $9.17 per night plus fees and taxes.

Directions

49 Pidcock Road: From SR 65, turn onto North Road and travel 1.75 miles; turn right onto Dry Bridge Road and travel about 1.2 miles; then turn second right onto Pidcock Road. The campsite is about 1.3 miles ahead on your right. 50 Rake Creek: From SR 65, turn onto North Road and travel about 1 mile; turn right onto campsite road. The campsite is 0.35 mile ahead at the end of the road. 51 Dry Bridge: From SR 65, turn onto North Road and travel about 1/2 mile; turn first left onto Tucker Road and travel about 2/3 mile; turn first left onto Dry Bridge Road. The campsite is about 1.3 miles ahead.

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