Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Carpenter Primitive Camp — Big Cypress National Preserve
Carpenter Primitive Camp is located in the Big Cypress National Preserve near the Everglades. The terrain consists of flat, marshy areas with abundant cypress trees. Temperatures range from 50°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and visitors can explore nearby attractions like the Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center and the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge.
Description
Big Cypress National Preserve consists of 729,000 acres of backcountry with several miles of multi-use trails to explore. Backcountry camping allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty and challenge of the Preserve's wild side. By carrying everything you need to survive on your back or in your off-road vehicle, you can discover a world beyond where the pavement ends.
A Backcountry Camping Permit is required for all backcountry camping. Permits are free and can be filled out online and printed. Additionally, they are located at every backcountry trailhead and can be found at both visitor centers. The permits take only a few minutes to complete. Please click here to get started.
Please click here for more information about the rules and regulations concerning backcountry camping.
Reservation Info
Permit required - see website for details
Location
Carpenter Primitive Camp — Big Cypress National Preserve is located in Florida
Coordinates
26.192736 N
81.055435 W
Detours Nearby
Pink Jeep Campground — Big Cypress National Preserve
31 min away
Loop 4
1 hr 41 min away
Drive Time
- 42 min from Naples
- 1 hr 2 min from Miami
- 1 hr 18 min from Cape Coral
- 1 hr 22 min from Punta Gorda
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Pets
- Fires
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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