Within Osceola National Forest, Hog Pen Landing provides basic camping with direct lake access at $10 per night. This US Forest Service campground accommodates RVs up to 25 feet and offers both drive-in and walk-in sites scattered along the shoreline.
The campground features about a dozen sites of varying sizes, with roughly half offering lake views through moss-draped cypress trees. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings, while shared facilities provide pit toilets, trash collection, and a dump station. The dirt access road can develop potholes and doesn't drain well after heavy rains, creating puddles that affect tent camping areas. A boat launch provides water access for fishing and paddling.
Campers consistently note the presence of mosquitoes, particularly near sunset, though fires help keep them at bay. "Bob the volunteer host was super nice, and the bathrooms were very clean," reports Todd B.. The campground attracts hunters during small game season and serves as a base for forest exploration.
Crowding varies significantly by timing, with some periods bringing solitude while others see the campground fill completely. Ocean Pond Campground sits less than a mile east for campers preferring a larger facility with more amenities.
Description
Hog Pen Landing offers quiet moments on waterfront campsites while Spanish moss sways with the wind. If you're lucky, you might just see a great blue heron fish for dinner. A boat ramp provides easy access to Ocean Pond.
The Great Florida Birding Trail and the Florida National Scenic Trail pass close by and is just miles away from the Olustee Battlefield State Park, site of Florida's largest Civil War battle, which took place in 1864. The Olustee Battle Festival is held annually in Lake City. The Battle Re-enactment is held annually at the Olustee Battlefield State Park.
Boating
This area is a favorite for boaters and water-skiers, anglers and hunters. Hog Pen Landing is located on the northwest side of Ocean Pond off FS Road 241 and houses a public boat launch. Camping
This area serves as a hunt camp during hunting season. Fishing
Fish from shore or take a boat out into Ocean Pond. This two-mile wide lake is perfect for both. https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/florida/recreation/camping-cabins/?recid=70792&actid=34
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHog Pen Landing is located in Florida near Olustee
Coordinates
30.23800379 N
82.44942097 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 40 min from Jacksonville, FL
- 53 min from Gainesville, FL
- 1 hr from Valdosta, GA
- 1 hr 20 min from Ocala, FL
