Description
Etoniah Creek State Forest contains 8,879 acres of various natural communities. The forest was acquired as part of the Etoniah/Cross Florida Greenway Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) project. Etoniah Creek State Forest is named after Etoniah Creek, a stream that travels 2.5 miles through the eastern portion of the forest.
Use of this site requires the visitor to hike in 1.7 miles from the closest trailhead. There is no vehicle access to this site. This is a walk up only site.
No potable water or electric at this site.
This forest allows hunting at various times throughout the year. Please check hunting dates before planning your visit. Please wear blaze orange during hunting seasons.
Prescribed burns are conducted on the forest throughout the year.
Be bear aware. Take all proper precautions.
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!
For more information, please contact the state forest office at (386) 329-2552.
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
Location
Public CampgroundIron Bridge Camp Shelter (Florida National Scenic Trail) is located in Florida
Directions
**From SR 19 in Palatka** - Drive 12 miles west on SR 100 to Holloway Road. Turn right. Continue 2.5 miles north on Holloway Road to Fieldhouse Road (look for forest headquarters sign). Turn right. Park at the Florida Trail kiosk. Hike north and east along the Florida Trail for 1.7 miles. The multi-use trailhead with picnic tables and restrooms is 0.2 miles up the road. **From Keystone Heights, FL** - Drive east on SR 100 to Holloway Road. Turn left (north) on Holloway Road. Continue 2.5 miles north on Holloway Road to Fieldhouse Road (look for forest headquarters sign). Turn right. Park at the Florida Trail kiosk. Hike north and east along the Florida Trail for 1.7 miles. The multi-use (Holloway Day Use Area) trailhead with picnic tables and restrooms is 0.2 miles up the road.
Address
390 Holloway Road
Florahome, FL 32140
Coordinates
29.76225 N
81.82747 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
