Established Camping
Fort Braden Tract Primitive Campsites — Lake Talquin State Forest
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!
The Florida Forest Service will close all campgrounds and recreation areas on State Forests if the county where the State Forest is located is placed under a Tropical Storm or Hurricane WARNING by the National Weather Service. Reservations will be automatically refunded for closures related to tropical weather.
Fort Braden Tract in Lake Talquin State Forest is near Tallahassee, FL. The terrain consists of forested areas and is close to Lake Talquin. Temperatures range from 40°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Lake Talquin State Park and the Apalachicola National Forest.
Description
FL Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service
Lake Talquin State Forest
Explore a range of different ecosystems and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Talquin on the 1242-acre Fort Braden Tract. This recreation area features two designated Trailwalker trails and one Trailtrotter trail.
Three hiking trail loops range from 3 to 5 miles in length and are moderately strenuous, with steep inclines and narrow footing in some areas.
Two equestrian trail loops each extend 5 to 6 miles in length. Riders should expect an amazing trail that will include low-water crossings, inclines and winding trails. NOTE: All horses must have proof of current negative Coggins test results when on state lands. All children under the age of 16 are required to wear a protective helmet while riding on state lands.
Primitive campsites for both individual and group camping are available. Campers must obtain a State Forest Use Authorization for overnight camping from the Lake Talquin headquarters on Geddie Road.
Facilities include picnic pavilions and a trail head restroom.
Location
Fort Braden Tract Primitive Campsites — Lake Talquin State Forest is located in Florida
Directions
From I-10 take exit 192 - US90, turn South-east (sign to Tallahassee) . Go 1.9 miles to Geddie Rd. Turn right on Geddie and go 1.8 miles to the intersection of Fl 20 and turn right. Go 5 miles and the Ft. Braden Trail head entrance will be on the right. \*\*Additional access from Capital Circle; travel 8.7 miles west on Fl.20 to access the trail head.
Address
14188 Blountstown Highway
Tallahassee, FL 32310
Coordinates
30.446259 N
84.495488 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiPoor
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 22 min from Tallahassee
- 1 hr 18 min from Panama City
- 1 hr 33 min from Valdosta
- 1 hr 34 min from Dothan