Electric, water, and sewer hookups make Bear Lake East Primitive Group Campsite a full-service option within Blackwater River State Forest near Milton. The primitive designation refers to the group camping format rather than amenity limitations, as sites include all three utility connections for RVs.
Forested terrain surrounds the campground, with both Bear Lake and the Blackwater River providing water access nearby. Campers can fish in these waters or explore hiking trails that wind through the state forest. The drive-in access accommodates RVs seeking hookup camping, while pets join their owners at this reservation-based facility. For additional camping choices, Bear Lake Campground sits less than half a mile away within the same forest system.
Description
Bear Lake East Primitive Camp is located within the Blackwater River State Forest (Santa Rosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This campsite is in the Bear Lake Recreation Area, next to Bear Lake (107 acres) and has the following facilities: primitive campsites (no water or electric) and pit toilet. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, hiking, mountain biking (6-mile trail), canoeing, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.
This group camping area is without water and without electricity. No swimming. During the main hunting season from Thanksgiving to mid-February, it is recommended to wear fluorescent orange when hiking in the forest away from Bear Lake. Alcohol is prohibited at this facility. Electric motors only to propel boats. Boat launch is for small boats only. Large boats should launch in the main Bear Lake campground. Bear Lake Recreation Area and its vicinity is in a non-hunting zone. If a camper is incorrectly set up on your reserved group campsite advise the Campground Host at the Bear Lake Campground. If the Campground Host is not on site, courteously advise the camper that you have a reservation. Please have your reservation with you on your electronic device or have a printed copy.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Drought conditions continue to worsen, and numerous Florida counties have implemented burn bans. State Forest campgrounds within counties under a burn ban are subject to the same restrictions, which may affect your camping experience. Please check the Burn Ban Public Dashboard and plan accordingly before making a reservation.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBear Lake East Primitive Group Campsite is located in Florida near Baker
Directions
From I-10 take exit 22 for FL-281 N toward Milton/Gulf Breeze. Head north on FL-281 N (Avalon Blvd.) for 4 miles to US-90 E (Caroline St.) and turn right. Go 2.3 miles and use 2 left turn lanes to turn left onto Stewart Street (at the Burger King), go .8 mile to County Road 191 (Munson Highway) at Milton High School and turn right. Continue on County Road 191 for 19.5 miles to FL-4 E and turn right. After 2.7 miles on FL-4 E look for the Hurricane Lake sign. Turn left and travel 1 mile to a gated dirt road on your left.
Address
11650 Munson Highway
Milton, FL 32570
Coordinates
30.864431945912308 N
86.82768706102684 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/10/26
VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/10/26
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/10/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
