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Established Camping
Dinner Island Ranch WMA
Dinner Island Ranch WMA is located near flat terrain with grasslands and wetlands. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the mid-50s in winter to the high 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Big Cypress National Preserve and Lake Okeechobee, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and fishing.
Description
Camp year-round at one of the two designated camping areas. Kowechobe Camp is an open field with easy access for trailers. Hammock Camp is located under an oak hammock with plenty of shade and a vault toilet. You will need to bring your own water. All campers must obtain a free permit/site reservation using the online reservation system or by calling the South Regional Office at (561) 625-5122, during regular business hours only (Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. ET).
Reservation Info
Camping within designated campgrounds is allowed by permit only and subject to permit provisions. Camping is prohibited outside designated campgrounds. Camping is available all-year round.
Permits may be obtained up to 14 days in advance. Individuals may apply for a maximum of 14 consecutive days within a given month. 14 consecutive days must pass before an individual may obtain a new permit in either campground and the campgrounds must be vacated upon expiration of the permit. No individual may hold more than one permit at a time.
Location
Dinner Island Ranch WMA is located in Florida
Directions
From downtown Clewiston: Drive west for 12 miles on US 27/SR 80 to the intersection of County Road 833. Drive south for 18 miles on County Road 833 until arrival at the WMA’s main entrance on the west side of the road. Drive along the entrance road until the sign for the campground is reached. From Fort Myers: Take FL 82 approximately 26 miles east to SR 29. Drive south on SR 29 for approximately 6 miles through Immokalee and turn left onto the County Road 846 intersection. Drive east on County Road 846 for 18 miles until the intersection of County Road 833 is reached. Travel north on County Road 833 for 2.5 miles until arrival at the WMA’s main entrance on the west side of the road and follow directions above to the campgrounds.
Coordinates
26.49702762 N
81.13112997 W
Detours Nearby
Pink Jeep Campground — Big Cypress National Preserve
44 min away
Loop 4
1 hr 20 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 6 min from Naples
- 1 hr 17 min from Cape Coral
- 1 hr 19 min from Sebring
- 1 hr 21 min from Punta Gorda
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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