Accessible via two miles of bumpy dirt road from the main blacktop, this dispersed campground within Apalachicola National Forest requires standard clearance vehicles but accommodates larger RVs based on the trailers frequently seen on-site. The US Forest Service maintains basic amenities including portable toilets, a dump station, and trash service, though campers should stock up on supplies before entering the forest area.
The open camping area features scattered pine trees with reasonably private spots, four of which include picnic tables. Reviews indicate the site sees heavy use during hunting season, when dog kennels and processing activities become common sights around the perimeter. Outside hunting season, the area remains much quieter with fewer occupied sites. Level ground makes tent setup straightforward, and RV campers report adequate space for larger rigs despite the sandy, rutted access roads.
Cell service reaches the area with multiple carriers reporting 2-3 bars, sufficient for streaming according to recent visitors. Wildlife sounds include mourning doves, Carolina wrens, and cardinals during daylight hours, followed by evening frog choruses. Ethan D. notes campers enjoy a "great view of the stars" due to minimal light pollution. The campground works well as an overnight stop for travelers heading south, though limited hiking trails mean entertainment centers around quiet activities like reading or stargazing.
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Map & DirectionsBuckhorn Hunt Camp is located in Florida near Midway
Coordinates
30.33447135 N
84.53447845 W
Connectivity
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AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 6/9/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/9/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 6/9/26
- AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 6/9/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 30 min from Tallahassee, FL
- 1 hr 16 min from Panama City, FL
- 1 hr 38 min from Dothan, AL
- 1 hr 46 min from Valdosta, GA
