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

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

10 total sites

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.

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 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 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 03, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 04, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 05, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 06, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 07, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 08, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 10, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

Reviews (300)

What Guests Are Saying

Camel Lake Campground is a peaceful and beautiful destination, ideal for relaxation and nature lovers, with spacious and well-maintained campsites. Visitors appreciate the friendly camp host and the scenic trails around the lake, making it a great spot for hiking and enjoying the outdoors. While the dirt road leading in can be bumpy and the bathrooms may require some upkeep, the overall experience is cherished by many, who value its secluded charm and tranquility.

Review Summary

4.5
300 reviews
5
64.7%
194
4
23.0%
69
3
7.7%
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2
2.0%
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Carol B

Verified

April 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camp hosts were very friendly, helpful, and informative. The sites had nice separation for privacy. The bath house was clean and well kept. The location was great!

Kathy M

Verified

April 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Large site, private, dry camping. Power and water sites on lake were more crowded. Pretty lake, nice beach and swimming. Hot shower and flush toilet.

Seth H

Verified

April 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

We really enjoyed our stay here. The little lake is so beautiful and clean, and the campsite was a nice size. The only problem was the host was unwelcoming and seemed pretty angry from the moment she checked us in. We didn't have to interact with her much until our last day. On the way out, I stopped at the restroom at the day use area since the campsite restroom was occupied for a while. Apparently, the host wanted to clean it at that exact time. The moment I entered the bathroom, she charged over from the campsite. While I was in the stall for only a minute or two, she had opened the main door and yelled at me 3 different times. Once saying "This isn't a public restroom!" Even though I'm sure she saw me just leave the campsite. Definitely the angriest camp host I've met, but at least I got some laughs out of the awkward story

Charles B

Verified

June 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camel Lake is a beautiful location. Camp sites have adequate distance between sites and the power is clean 50 Amps. Water pressure was good.

The lake is a great place to relax, sun bathe or have a picnic. We walked the trail that surrounds the lake... an easy 1.2 mi trek.

The only drawback is there are no dump stations on the individual sites or at the camp. Luckily, our tanks were nearly empty when we got there. The dirt road leading to the camp site is pretty rugged in spots but nothing that our rig couldn't handle... it did cause some shakes and rattles on the 2 mi trip but nothing serious.

We only stayed one night as this was a waypoint on our trip to New Orleans. We were sad that we didn't stay longer but we will return for a more lengthy stay.

adam o

Verified

July 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Great camping spot. Easy hookups and not crowded. Easy drive from Tallahassee.

We were there in July. It was buggy.

Waterfront was clean and well kept. Water was clear. This is a sandy bottom lake.

Alligators are in the lake. We heard them but did not see them. I had three kids with me and we felt safe.

Hike around the lake is not strenuous. My 4 year old made it.

Overall, very pretty and remote.

Janie M

Verified

July 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Great place to camp as it is quiet and had everything we liked. The kids could ride their bikes around the campground and run and play with lots of grassy areas. Good fishing on the lake and best of all was the swimming area.

Ray A

Verified

August 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Love Camel Lake, one of our favorites

Susanne M

Verified

August 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Small campground, 10 sites, I think only 4 with water & electric. 50 & 30 amp. Sites are nicely spaced out with plenty of shade. We had one right on the lake with a huge backyard. Good fishing. Very nice hiking with a loop around the lake and access to Florida Trail. Be aware small alligators in lake. 2 mi dirt road in but no problem if you take it slow. Hosts were great and do a good job keeping it nice. We camped at Camel Lake Campground in a Motorhome.

maria s

Verified

August 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

This was the most beautiful view I have ever had camping in Florida. For a remote campground this place was immaculate. No trash at all, very clean bathrooms, well mowed and cleared campsites. The hosts were perfect. Greeted us when we arrived and made themselves available to us if we needed anything but were not over bearing or intrusive. Yes the road getting in was bouncy especially pulling a popup, but not a big deal. Honestly the reviews had me scared going in but it was not that bad. We were there in late August and the bugs were not bad at all. Very secluded and private and no date or Wi-Fi service but were were able to call and text from our campsite. We were able to get some service on the dirt road so we could pull up directions and such, but most of the forest is no service. Gas station 6 mi up the road had wi-fi. I am an avid camper and Florida traveler and I would say this was the best camping experience I have ever had as far as feeling like you are really in the forest but still have some comforts such as electric and bathrooms. Cant wait to go back!!!

Terry W

Verified

September 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

This forest area is very beautiful and remote. When I visited the park it was very rainy and wet, so I did not get to enjoy the lake like I would have wished. This is a small park with only 4 (1 through 4) water and electric spaces. The spaces are relatively level and large enough to accommodate most campers. I was the only camper in the park when I stayed there (doe to the weather and time of the year). The camp hosts were very nice and checked in on me several times. The shower and restrooms were clean and well kept. The only downside to this park is that it is buggy (I visited in early September).

Location & Directions for Camel Lake Campground

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

Elevation: 25 ft

Getting There

Take SR 20 west from Tallahassee through Hosford to Bristol. Turn south on SR 12. Continue south to the Apalachicola National Forest boundary sign and look for a sign for Camel Lake soon after you pass the work station and trailhead on the left. T...

Nearest town

Bristol, FL - 14 mi

About 21 min to downtown

Highway access

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

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: October 21, 2026

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Elevation: 164 ft

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