Bearhead Hammock Primitive Campsites near Hernando, FL, is surrounded by flat terrain with dense vegetation. Temperatures range from 50°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Withlacoochee State Forest and the Citrus Wildlife Management Area, offering opportunities for hiking and wildlife observation.
Description
The Two Mile Prairie Tract Bearhead Hammock Equestrian Primitive Campsites are located within the Two Mile Prairie Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest (Citrus County), about 10 miles north of Inverness, FL. This campground has vaulted toilet restrooms. There is no bathhouse, or electricity. A hand pump with non-potable water is available. There are also covered equestrian stalls at each site with access to 10.5 miles of equestrian trails. Recreational activities featured here are hiking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, star gazing, wildflower viewing and nature study.
Leashed Pets only.
Please contact WSF Dispatch at (352) 797-4100 before you begin each day of your outing to verify if prescribed burning will be taking place that day.
Per Florida Administrative Code, 5I-4006(4)(k), Chainsaw use in camping facilities is prohibited.
Operation/use of chainsaws in other areas of the forest requires a Fuel Wood Permit
No potable water.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundBearhead Hammock Primitive Campsites — Withlacoochee State Forest is located in Florida
Directions
Physical Address: 7112 North Lecanto Hwy/C-491, Hernando, FL 34442. Take Interstate 75 to exit 350 to SR-200 S. Travel 3.4 miles and SR-200 S. Then it changes into Changes to SR- 200 SW. Travel another 13.1 miles and turn right on N Lecanto Hwy/C-491.Travel 2.4 miles and arrive at Bear Head Hammock. If you reach N Paradise point you have gone too far.
Address
15003 Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601-4201
Coordinates
28.96667192 N
82.40138128 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 19 min from Homosassa Springs, FL
- 25 min from Ocala, FL
- 34 min from Wildwood, FL
- 1 hr 2 min from Gainesville, FL










