Best Campgrounds near Eastpoint, FL
The coastal region surrounding Eastpoint, Florida encompasses a diverse camping landscape along what locals call the "Forgotten Coast" of Florida's panhandle. St. George Island State Park, located on a narrow barrier island just south of Eastpoint, offers 60 campsites with water and electric hookups within walking distance of pristine Gulf beaches. Inland, the expansive Tate's Hell State Forest provides a stark contrast with its primitive sites and more rugged camping experience across 200,000 acres of wilderness. Campgrounds in this area range from full-service RV resorts like Coastline RV Resort in Eastpoint to remote waterfront sites at Indian Pass Campground near Port St. Joe, creating options for both developed and primitive camping experiences.
Advance reservations are essential for most established campgrounds in the region, particularly for St. George Island State Park which books up months in advance. As one camper noted, "The campsites are spacious, secluded, and relatively hard to come by. This is one of the state parks in Florida that books up very quickly." Summer brings intense heat, humidity, and biting insects, making fall through spring the preferred camping seasons. Hurricane season (June through November) can affect camping plans with potential evacuations and closures. Cell service varies dramatically, with good coverage in Eastpoint and Carrabelle but limited to non-existent reception in Tate's Hell State Forest and parts of St. George Island. Many forest roads in Tate's Hell can become difficult to navigate after heavy rains.
Beach access represents a major draw for campers visiting the area. St. George Island State Park provides what many reviewers describe as some of Florida's most beautiful and uncrowded beaches. "The first thing you'll notice about both the island and in particular the State Park is how remote it is. The beaches are seemingly empty even during busy seasons," writes one visitor. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound throughout the region, with campers reporting dolphin sightings from beaches and white squirrels at Ochlockonee River State Park. The area's natural setting offers excellent stargazing due to minimal light pollution. While amenities vary widely between campgrounds, most state park facilities maintain clean bathhouses and well-maintained sites, though some primitive locations in Tate's Hell require campers to pack out all waste and bring their own water.
