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Camel Lake Campground

CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
CAMEL LAKE DAY USE AREA/PAVILLION
CAMEL LAKE CAMPSITE
CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly

About Camel Lake Campground

Camel Lake Recreation Area provides a quiet place to relax and take in the beauty of the longleaf pine forest. Camping, swimming, hiking, and boating opportunities are all available, focused on the crystal-clear waters of Camel Lake.

Number of accommodations: 10

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (286)

What Guests Are Saying

Camel Lake Campground offers a peaceful and picturesque setting with spacious, well-maintained sites and a friendly camp host. Visitors appreciate the beautiful lake views, hiking trails, and quiet atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation. However, some guests noted issues with restroom cleanliness and a rough access road, along with occasional reservation challenges.

Review Summary

4.4
286 reviews
5
64.0%
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4
23.8%
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3
7.7%
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2.1%
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Jill J

Verified

April 26, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

The dirt/gravel road was easy to navigate, just take it slow. Site was quiet and spacious. Restroom/shower was close to my site. Lovely day use area by the campground, with benches and beautiful views of the lake. Restrooms could use upgrading.

Edward W

Verified

April 8, 2026 Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

This is a very beautiful and peaceful campground. Despite the 2 mile trip on a dusty dirt road, the campground is worth the trip.

Annette M

Verified

April 7, 2026 Stayed at: 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

The smell of horse manure was overwhelming, and I had to spend much of my time away from the site. I do not think I should have to stay on a site that horses were allowed to stay with manure left behind for others to deal with. It is right on the Florida trail and was easy to hike. Host was very nice.

Maurice C

Verified

April 3, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

The camp was a wonderful surprise. I wasn’t expecting such a great view and even in drought conditions the water quality in the lake was excellent.

Barbara C

Verified

March 29, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We loved staying here. Small secluded campground in the woods next to a lake. We used Starlink for internet with no problems. Our cell phones rarely had service, unless we drove out to a main road or connected to Starlink. The bathrooms were not great, but the camp host does his best to keep them clean. But hikers come in from the Florida Trail with buddy boots so that's a hard job. The shower is water saver push button type. There is no heat in the bathrooms, so if it's cold be prepared.

Astrid K

Verified

March 29, 2026 Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

Location was excellent. Facilities were not well maintained nor cleaned

Richard E

Verified

March 29, 2026 Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Excellent spot and well maintained. Love our forestry workers!

Timothy K

Verified

March 27, 2026 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

This campground is very nice and quiet.

Sue B

Verified

March 27, 2026 Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We had a wonderful time camping at Camel Lake! The host was friendly and went out of his way to make sure we had an enjoyable experience.

David M

Verified

March 26, 2026 Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

It was a nice place in the florida panhandle to spend a couple of days but what disappointed me was the change in fees. When I researched it it was 20/night... when I went to make my reservation, it was twice that and they threw in a reservation fee to boot. I've never seen that type of behavior from the forest service before. Hmmmm

Location Camel Lake Campground

Address:
23239 Nw Camel Lake Rd
Bristol, FL, 32321
United States

Highway access

Camel Lake Campground is accessible via State Road 20 and State Road 12, which provide connections to the surrounding areas.

Latitude & Longitude: 30.2771 / -84.9866

Elevation: 25 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • No motor boats permitted on the lake.
  • CAUTION: Bears and other animals frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers.
  • There are no walk in only sites. All sites at this facility can be reserved. Tent camping is allowed at all the sites.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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