Fishing enthusiasts will find direct access to Hurricane Lake at this youth group campground within Blackwater River State Forest near Milton. The facility provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for RVs, plus drinking water and restroom facilities. Sites cost $17 per night with advance reservations available.
The forested setting sits close to both the lake and Blackwater River, giving campers multiple water access points. Campfires are permitted and pets are welcome. The Hurricane Lake South Campground sits just half a mile southeast for additional options. Book ahead since this is a designated youth group facility with specific availability windows.
Description
The Hurricane Lake North Youth Group Camp is located within the Hurricane Lake Recreation Area, in the Blackwater River State Forest (Okaloosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This youth group camp is located on the north side of Hurricane Lake (318-acres) and has the following facilities: primitive campsites, nearby water (potable), boat ramp, restrooms, and showers (available in the Hurricane Lake North Campground). Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, boating hiking, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, nature study and photography.
No swimming
North Hurricane Lake Youth Area has water at the group camping site but no electricity. Restrooms with showers are available in the campground. North Hurricane Lake youth area and its vicinity is in a non-hunting zone. During the main hunting season from Thanksgiving to mid February, it is recommended to wear fluorescent orange when hiking away from the camping area.
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
This facility is for organized youth groups only with adult chaperones.
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundHurricane Lake North Youth Group Camp — Blackwater River State Forest is located in Florida
Directions
From Interstate 10 take Exit 22. Turn north on Avalon Boulevard and travel to Highway 90. Turn right at Highway 90 and travel to Highway 87 also called Stewart Street at the Burger King restaurant. Turn left. Travel .8 miles to the Milton High School and turn to the right onto Highway 191 also called Munson Highway. Continue 19.5 miles miles until you reach Highway 4. Turn to the right onto Highway 4 and travel 2.7 miles to the Hurricane Lake sign. Turn to the left . Continue north on this road 8.6 miles until you see the North Hurricane Lake sign on your right. Follow the road 2.1 miles back to the lake. In the campground look for a gate that takes you back to the youth site. Do not turn at the South Hurricane Lake sign. For campground location using the internet type: Hurricane Lake Road Baker, Fl 32531
Address
11650 Munson Highway
Milton, FL 32570
Coordinates
30.94429 N
86.75633 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/26/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/26/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
