Falling Waters State Park sits in the Florida Panhandle near Chipley, managed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and its campground draws visitors mainly for one feature: the state's tallest waterfall, which drops 73 feet into a sinkhole. The catch is that the falls depend entirely on rainfall. Reviewers report seeing a strong flow during wet months and a completely dry pit during dry spells, so timing matters if the waterfall is the main draw.
The campground itself is compact but well-maintained. Sites are level gravel with electric and water hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, and an unusual detail several campers mention: a towel-drying rack at each site. "Most sites had shrubs between sites so semiprivate," notes Rachel G., though reviewers with pull-in sites warn that the flatwoods pine forest provides little visual separation between some neighbors. Bathhouse facilities earn consistent praise for cleanliness, and T-Mobile cell coverage is reported as strong throughout.
Beyond the waterfall trail, the park has a small lake with a sandy beach and restroom facilities, short hiking trails through sinkhole terrain, a playground, and covered pavilions. The lake swimming area gets crowded on summer weekends. RVs up to 40 feet are accommodated, and a dump station handles waste since no sites have full sewer hookups. The advertised $18 nightly rate rises to roughly $30 after fees, which reviewers generally consider reasonable. Campers who want to extend their time in the area have noted the roughly 45-minute drive to Econfina Creek for canoe rentals and spring runs as worth the trip.
Access is straightforward. As Randi P. puts it, "Falling Waters is a convenient stop, close to the interstate and easy to access." The campground is gated with an after-hours entry code. Reservations are available and advisable, since sites fill quickly in summer. Campers who value hookups, clean facilities, and proximity to campgrounds around Falling Waters State Park will find this a functional and well-run base for exploring northwest Florida's sinkhole landscape.
Description
Falling Waters State Park features Falling Waters Sink, which is a 100-foot deep, 20-foot wide cylindrical pit into which flows a small stream that drops 73 feet to the bottom of the sink. The water's final destination remains unknown. Only a few miles south of I-10, the park provides travelers with a quiet, serene stop on their journey and is a great place for camping near Gainesville. Visitors can see beautiful native and migrating butterflies in the butterfly garden, take a dip in the lake or have a family picnic. Hikers can experience the verdant, gently sloping landscape of north Florida.
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There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late please, contact the park prior to 5 p.m. on the day of your arrival.
Check in time is 3 p.m. Check out time is 1 p.m.
For everyone's enjoyment, including pets, please observe the pet camping rules found in the complete Florida State Parks Pet Policy, click here.
Pets are not allowed in any state park cabins or cabin areas.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of the park where visitors are normally allowed.
No one younger than 18 may camp overnight unless accompanied by a responsible adult, who will remain onsite for the period rented.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFalling Waters State Park Campground is located in Florida near Chipley
Address
1130 State Park Road
Chipley, FL 32428
Coordinates
30.7308685042909 N
85.532900662221 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/20/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/20/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 7/20/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/20/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/20/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 7/20/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 42 min from Dothan, AL
- 47 min from Panama City, FL
- 51 min from Crestview, FL
- 1 hr 7 min from Tallahassee, FL













































