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%
23
2
2.0%
6
1
2.7%
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Lorance Y

Verified

February 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

If you can get one of the few electric sites, they are near the lake and are very nice.
The restroom has only one toilet and one shower Per gender with separate entrances. However there is no not water.

Amy P

Verified

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

5

Small quiet campground. Campground host is what made this place so great. Best host we’ve encountered. Thank you.

William H

Verified

January 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We have stayed here before and have enjoyed our stay each time. This is one of our favorite campgrounds.

Lisa S

Verified

January 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

I loved the fact that it is small, out of the way. Walking path around the lake was perfect for dog walking. Took some short bike rides on forest service roads but a little nervous because of lack of maps, no cell service and hunting season. Would definitely come back. Campground hosts very nice and helpful.

Stephen V

Verified

January 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Campground was easy to access from route 12 and fr505.
Beautiful area and lake.
Facilities were well maintained and clean.

Robert T

Verified

January 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Incredibly secluded, naturally beautiful and peaceful. Water and electric only. NO DUMP STATION. Road into park was terrible... nearly 20 minutes to drive 2 mi.

Cathrin B

Verified

January 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Quiet Campground, with nice big sides.
Great Camphost!!

Karen R

Verified

January 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

A great view from sites #1 and #2 and plenty of privacy and space on most of the other sites. Lots of nice hikes, including the Florida Trail. Electric hookup and water worked fine. Has a really nice beach. Very few sites and well landscaped. Single flush toilet and shower are fine.

Anissa M

Verified

January 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Nice quiet camping, so peaceful.

Phillip W

Verified

January 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Very quiet location, small campground with good hiking right from the campground.
Bathrooms clean and nice hot showers.
Unfortunately we were there during deer season and it’s a very popular hunting location.

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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