The best camping near Stephen C. Foster State Park

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Buffalo Creek Campsites

31 sites · RVs, Tents57 acres · Folkston, GA
Sleep under the stars at Buffalo Creek while at Newell Lodge.  Select your site or pitch your tent.  The outdoors is right outside your door.  Fire Pits and wood are available at a nominal fee.   Guest full bathrooms are available.Nestled in the midst of a private 57-acre native live oak forest, you'll find yourself quite happily in the middle of nowhere. Out here, nature sings you to sleep. You'll awaken to a place and time found nowhere else in the world.Located in rural Georgia on a 57-acre tract of beautiful live oak trees. 30 and 50 amperage hookups are available for RVs. (Electric and Water.) Four full bathrooms are available for guests.  An accessible dump station is on-site.Buffalo Creek Campsites are on the grounds of Newell Lodge and Resort near the Okefenokee Swamp.Our sites are closed to the general public and available by reservation only. Welcome!
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Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins and Camp

5 sites · Lodging13 acres · Folkston, GA
Wooded private campground with Cabins, Rv Sites and Tent Sites. Right outside the Okefenokee Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. 13 acres with pond and hiking trails. Activities, events and camp store for visitors to enjoy. Bath house Dog Park and Laundry facilities onsite also. An Oasis near the Swamp!
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Vineyard Lake Getaway

7 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Jacksonville, FL
Enjoy a quite country atmosphere conveniently located minutes from I295 in Jacksonville. Bring your bathing suites, and fishing poles because this seven acres has a spring fed lake loaded with fish, and clear water ideal for swimming. The sites are spacious, and sites 1&2 have full hook ups (50 amp elect, water, and sewage). -note- Your children do not get charged as additional guests (you pay enough for them already). -note- Sites 3-6 do not have water hook ups, but have easy access to well water on my property. - text or call for gate code (gate closes automatically). -Message with any questions, I'll be happy to answer them.-
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Conductor's Corner Campsites

3 sites · RVs1 acre · Folkston, GA
Call us bias, but there’s nothing better than small town life. When the "blue roof cottage by the tracks" (yes, it used to have a unique blue roof) hit the market in early 2021, we knew it had to be ours! We purchased it & flipped it into a vacation home for guests of Folkston .. and The Conductor's Corner was born. Because we are also avid RV'ers, we thought what better way to finish off our corner than to add a few first-class RV sites to accommodate the camping community. We hope you enjoy your stay on our corner! In a small town in the south, where the Okefenokee Swamp runs deep and railfans thrive, the Conductor’s Corner stands out. The Conductor’s Corner features 3 premium RV sites directly on the rail lines of the Folkston Funnel. This railfan's dream neighbors the Folkston Railfan Train Platform. The spacious concrete pads are perfect for a night of watching trains under the stars. 20x50 concrete pads with 30/50 amp power, water, sewer, Wifi & picnic tables. A quick 3 minute walk from the Conductor’s Corner will lead to the heart of Main Street where visitors will find a plethora of hidden treasures: coffee shops, boutiques, local eateries, the Train Museum and so much more. Guests could spend a day exploring the habitats and waterways of the Okefenokee Swamp or take a short drive to neighboring communities such as Cumberland Island, Savannah, Golden Isles or Amelia Island or Jacksonville in Florida. All the comforts of home and the utmost southern hospitality are included in your stay on our corner. The Conductor's Corner also includes a vacation cottage available for rent (sleeps 6).
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Eden Gardens Jax

5 sites · RVs, Tents120 acres · Jacksonville, FL
At Eden Gardens Eco-Farm we are careful with nature as our name would suggest. We are a community farm dedicated to growing healthy, nutritious food that is man-made chemical free. We practice "Integrated Farming" techniques such as Aquaponics, Hydroponics, Hugelkultur and more. We believe sustainable farming is the future.
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Deep Bend Landing

15 sites · RVs100 acres · Waynesville, GA
Our campground  was founded in 1980 on a family owned estate established in the mid 1800. We are just a short drive off of I-95 in Coastal Ga, near Brunswick,Ga; only minutes from the beaches of the Golden Isles of Ga, Okefenokee Swamp Park and Northeast Fl. Our large campsites will never leave you with concerns about invading the space neighboring campers. Many of our guest are content with watching the river roll by without hearing the noise of automobiles or emergency vehicles. Other guess spend there days fishing, boating or listening to birds chirping.
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Camp at The Red Roofed Inn

3 sites · RVs3 acres · Brunswick, GA
*** PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCIPTION BEFORE REQUESTING A STAY! **** First of all please DO NOT BE OFFENDED IF WE DO NOT APPROVE YOUR STAY. *** When you are requesting to stay on our property YOU MUST ACKNOWLEDGE OUR NO DRUG OR ALCOHOL POLICY IN YOUR REQUEST. *** We will NOT reply and ask you to acknowledge our policy. We prefer guests that are active in a 12 step recovery program or simply a non-alcohol drinker. Please respect this and us. Our property offers peace and serenity to most that visit. Your RV MUST be SELF CONTAINED. We DO NOT have a restroom available for guest use. The campsite with electric and water is next to our home looking out to a beautiful salt marsh. We have a fire pit, hammock and tree swing on the marsh. All with amazing sunsets. Our family and friends call our place The Red Roofed Inn. Your hosts are fun, active, and obviously sober. Come enjoy our little piece of paradise. It's very peaceful, relaxing and quiet. Always quiet hours here. Please understand we have a very low acceptance rate because we don't instantly accept any guest(s). We screen our guests before accepting a reservation. We have a fire pit, hammock on the marsh and tree swing on the marsh. Amazing sunsets. Firewood is available for a small fee. We have pond on property for catch and release but don't waste your time! We are in sweet Georgia shrimp country not fish. We have 1 site has a 50/30/20-amp pedestal with city/community water. We love well behaved animals...just clean-up after them. We ♻️ recycle grass, aluminum cans, steel cans, #1 and #2 plastics. We compost vegetable scraps and coffee grinds. Just ask and we'll show you where they go. Electric site guests: If you need a 30-amp adapter please let us know. We'll have it ready. Also please let us know what type and size RV you have so we know what to expect.
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Rustic Cabin/ATV Trail/RV Campsite

1 site · Lodging7 acres · Sanderson, FL
Off-Road Vacation Adventures aka "Camp ORVA" is located in the lush Osceola National Forest! Only 50 minutes from Jacksonville Florida! WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE? *Tiny Cabin & Tiny Homes Rentals (2 night minimum). *Located inside Osceola National Forest *7 Acres of Privately Owned *Amenities Trailer: Ice, Laundry & Showers/RestRooms *Host a weekend private event, family reunion, rustic retreats, ATV, Side by Side excursions. *Additional parking for Toy Haulers, Trailers & Guest with Campers/RVs *Immediate Access to “Legal Trails” from the property *St. Mary Shoals ATV park near by *Wifi connection *TV with Netflix *Access to Little St. Marys River (not paved, small craft only, canoe or kayak) *Secluded & No Interstate Noise We welcome you to our Rustic & Minimalist Slice of Heaven, with blazing campfires, trials, little river & possible WiFi connection! We ain't the Ritz Carlton, but you can bring along the Ritz Crackers to take along the Trail! Consider Yourself Invited to Our Neck of the Woods!
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Lofton Retreat

1 site · RV2 acres · Yulee, FL
This 2-acre lot will put you in touch with nature! You will see and hear owls, turtles, many species of birds in a quiet, peaceful setting. Bluebird boxes, bird feeder and birdbath are near the RV site, so you will enjoy watching nature right at your campsite. During hummingbird season, you will observe these tiny amazing birds enjoying our homemade nectar. The camper pictured is in the spot where your RV will be parked. A firepit and grate are at the campsite. You will be minutes from Fernandina Beachand Amelia Island, where you can swim and surf or rent horses for a beach horseback ride. Lofton Creek Kayaking and boat launches are within minutes. Several state parks are also nearby. You will have your pick of shopping and restaurants all within 15-30 minutes of your camp site. We offer the following items which are available for purchase at checkout: Farm Fresh Eggs, Bundle of Firewood, Bag of Fat lighter, Guided fishing trips. No camper? No problem! Click here to have it delivered and it will be set up and ready for your arrival. Fully furnished, beautiful camper for rent with everything you will need. https://www.outdoorsy.com/rv-rental/jacksonville_fl/2022_heartland-rvs_trail-runner_371969-listing We are located nearby in case you need anything. Please notify host a minimum of 30 minutes prior to your arrival. Check in is between 3 and 8 PM unless prior arrangements have been made. Thank you.
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The Blueberry Ranch

1 site · RV8 acres · Yulee, FL
Family owned blueberry farm located conveniently right off 95. Come stay on our beautiful 8+ acre blueberry farm located in Yulee, FL. We are a year round working farm growing seasonal vegetables/fruits, raising chickens and turkeys in addition to blueberries. No tent camping due to we do not have restroom facilities. RVs allowed up to 50 feet. Water available but no electric or dumping. There is a dumping station less than 1 min down the road from us. Pets allowed but must be kept on a leash and picked up after due to we have animals roaming and working the land.
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Springhill Farm

5 sites · Tents165 acres · Live Oak, FL
This farm has been in my family since the early 60's. I purchased it from my Mom in 2011 after my Dad passed away, hoping and wanting to improve it for the enjoyment of others. It's always been a Fun Place for my family and I feel like it would be a Fun place for your family also. It is a Pine Tree farm with fish ponds, walking trail and is friendly to a lot of different kinds of activities. It's located across the street from the Spirit of Suwannee Music Park, home of several 4 day music event during the year.Learn more about this land:Planted pine-trees with Grand-daddy Live Oak Trees. Two stocked fishing ponds with and extra pond hidden under another group of old cypress and oak trees. Good walking and bike paths. Golf-carts and side-by-sides welcome. Across the street from the Spirit of Suwanee Music Park, home of the largest country music festival in the South. One mile to the banks of the Suwanee River and Suwanee Springs. State owned property within 3/4 mile with extra hiking trails. Canoe Outpost is located across the street which offers a full line of canoe excursions rentals from 4 hour trips to overnight trips and they provide all the gear (tents, canoes, and safety equipment)
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Lucille Oaks

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Woodbine, GA
These recently updated, spacious, and private campsites are located near Kingsland, GA - just a few minutes away from the Florida state line!! This property is conveniently located just off of I-95 (Exit 7). All of Lucille Oaks' RV sites are nestled under a canopy of several large trees. Each site has a 50/20 amp electric connection with lights on the pedestal. More amenities will be added soon. So, please come and join us at Lucille Oaks on your next journey to or from Florida!!
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The best camping near Stephen C. Foster State Park guide

Overview

About

Did you know that Georgia has its own seven natural wonders? We didn’t either, but the legendary Okefenokee is one of them, and Stephen C. Foster State Park is Okefenokee’s primary entrance. Paddlers and photographers will enjoy weaving in and around the cypress trees, amid lush spanish moss and glassy black water, and these wild and rugged swamps contain a plentitude of wildlife, including black bear, raccoons, deer, ibis, herons, wood storks, gators (an estimated 12,000), and songbirds.

Rental boats, kayaks, and canoes are available, along with guided tours. After a day of wild excitement, you,ll be happy knowing you don’t have to go anywhere. Pitch your tent at one the spacious campsites, rent a cottage with full amenities, or stay at the Suwannee River Eco-Lodge. It doesn’t matter how you spend your nights as long as you make the trek to Stephen C. Foster State Park.

Notable campgrounds

  • Tent, Trailer & RV Campsites: Immerse yourself in nature at one of the 63 campsites, offering a mix of comfort and wilderness.
  • Pioneer Campground: For a more rustic adventure, the pioneer campground provides a group camping experience amid the wild.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early, as spots fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons and weekends.
  • Check for cancellations regularly, as plans change and spots may open up unexpectedly.
  • Consider visiting during weekdays for better availability and a quieter stay.
  • Explore nearby camping options if the park is fully booked, as the surrounding area offers additional opportunities.

When to go

The best time to visit Stephen C. Foster State Park is during the cooler months from October to April, when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities. Summer brings heat, humidity, and insects, which can be challenging for some visitors. Plan your trip around the new moon for the most stunning dark sky experiences.

Know before you go

  • Check gate closing times; the park locks at 10pm, ensuring you arrive beforehand.
  • Remember, a $5 refuge fee is charged upon entry to support conservation efforts.
  • Prepare for your visit by checking water levels, as boating activities are dependent on them.
  • For a safe wildlife viewing experience, keep a respectful distance from the park's alligators and other inhabitants.
  • Connectivity is limited, so plan ahead as wifi is available only at the Trading Post.

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