Within Withlacoochee State Forest, Colonel Robins Group Area operates as a group camping facility managed by the Florida Forest Service. The forested campground provides full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections for RVs, plus drinking water and restroom facilities throughout the area.
Campers can access sites by driving in or walking to designated spots, with limited parking available near campsites. Fire pits with grills and picnic tables equipped with lantern hangers serve each site. A dedicated hammock area accommodates up to five hammocks for those preferring alternative sleeping arrangements. The facility requires advance reservations through the Division of Florida Forestry, though an iron ranger system handles walk-up campers. McKethan Lake nearby provides fishing and boating opportunities for visitors looking to extend their outdoor activities.
Description
Colonel robins Group Camp is located within the Headquarters Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest (Hernando County), and is approximately 6 miles from Brooksville. This group camp is a peaceful, secluded paradise situated back off the road. Hammock stands for 4 hammocks make it a popular destination for youth and adult groups.
This area is for group camping only.
Warning alligators, snakes, and other wildlife are part of the Natural Habitat.
No Consumption or Possession of Alcohol Permitted.
Do not feed or molest wildelife, including alligators per Florida Statute 372.667.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsColonel Robins Group Area is located in Florida near Brooksville
Directions
**Via I-75:** Take I-75 to Exit 309 - CR 476b/CR 673 Webster, FL . From the exit ramp head west on CR 673 turning to the north on CR 673 which changes in road name to CR 476B. Continue north on CR 476B until you arrive at the intersection of CR 476B and CR 476. You will turn left onto CR 476 heading west and go approimately 9 miles towardsthe blinking light at Broad Street/US 41. You will turn left or head south on Broad Street/US 41. **Via Suncoat Parkway:** Take the Suncoast Parkway/SR 589 to Exit 46 Cortez Blvd/SR 50 Exit. Go west on Cortez Blvd/SR 50 approximately 4 miles. You will turn right at the intersection of Cortez Blvd/SR 50 and Cobb Road heading north on Cobb Road approximately 2 miles. You will turn right heading west onto Yontz Road. You will continue on Yontz Road approximately 3 miles crossing Ponce de Leon Blvd/US 98 and Howell Avemue to the intersection of Yontz Road and Broad Street/US 41. You will turn left onto Broad Street/US 41 heading north approximately 2.5 miles to the entrance of Colonel Robins on the right/east side of the roadway. **Please note the only landmark for the facility is a mailbox on the side of the road with 13000 Broad Street on it.**
Address
13000 Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601
Coordinates
28.60941107129474 N
82.3563123562979 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 21 min from Homosassa Springs, FL
- 37 min from Wildwood, FL
- 48 min from Ocala, FL
- 49 min from Tampa, FL
