Top Tent Camping near Jay, FL
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Best Tent Sites Near Jay, FL (7)
1. Mystic Springs Recreation Area
Jay, Florida7 Reviews•18 Photos•58 SavesCampers must reserve a site via www.nwfwater.com or by calling (850) 539-5999.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
2. Bluff Springs Campground
Jay, Florida2 Reviews•5 Photos•10 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$26 - $500 / night
3. Black Water River State Forest Primitive Camping
Holt, Florida5 Reviews•13 Photos•173 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Tents
4. Coldwater Gardens
Jay, Florida1 Review•9 Photos•26 SavesBig Meadows Campground is near many of the major facilities and popular hiking trails in the Park, with three waterfalls and Big Meadows within walking distance.
Camping fee: $20 per night
Reservations: in early spring, Big Meadows Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only. Beginning in early May, there are a combination of reserveable campsites and first-come, first-served sites available. Group sites are available and can be reserved up to one year in advance.
RV Information: features pull-through and deep back-in sites which can handle most RVs and a tow vehicle. No electric or water hookups. Campground has potable water spigots and a dump station.
Generators: use is limited to certain areas and times designated on campground map.
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
$20 / night
5. South Hurricane Lake Recreation Area
Wing, Alabama3 Reviews•15 Photos•39 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
6. Becks Camp
Gonzalez, Florida2 Reviews•6 Photos•30 Saves- Reservable
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Picnic Table
7. Naval Live Oaks Youth Group Camping — Gulf Islands National Seashore
Gulf Breeze, Florida1 Review•8 Photos•12 SavesThis area is available reservation throughout the year for organized youth groups comprised primarily of young people under the age of 18. This group camping area is located near Gulf Breeze, Florida and has direct access to Pensacola Bay for water recreation. The campsite features restrooms, outdoor showers, a picnic shelter, and campfire ring. The Naval Live Oaks Area has over 7.5 miles of trails for campers to explore.
- Tents
- Group
Recent Tent Reviews In Jay
467 Reviews of 7 Jay Campgrounds
Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
Fort Pickens, the good, bad, and ugly
Really nice place to camp for folks who enjoy access to an uncrowded beach. There's a 25$ entrance fee(one time fee for campers)at the gate coming into the Gulf Islands area so not many folks who just want to go to the beach. The sites aren't spectacular(not a lot of shade)but they do have the basics 30/50 Amp service at many sites (campground D is tent/popup specific). Clean bathhouses and well maintained grounds. This was our 1st time visiting in the middle of summer (who knew FL is hot and humid in July) we enjoyed the trip but in the future will make spring and fall for our target dates. Access to beautiful beaches and the sound are minutes away. Fees were 40$ a night at the time of our visit.
Navarre Beach Camping Resort
Super nice people
This is a busy spot but has everything you need close by, they serve food, ice cream, and drinks.
Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
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Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
Campin near the beach
Perfect for anyone wanting to have a nice quiet stay near the beach. Can get pretty packed during the busy season though
Mystic Springs
Very nice and quiet .
This was a nice spot and was free. You do have to have a reservation. It's a little unlevel and best to back in. Be sure to get a site map, or it will be hard to find.
Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
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Milton-Gulf Pines KOA
Nice KOA Near Beaches
Nice campground, gravel site with small pad with picnic table and fire ring. FHU, and plenty of activities and amenities for our granddaughter. Playground, mini golf, large outdoor Connect Four game. Nice dog park, camp store and pool, but too cold to swim. Didn’t use facilities, but looked clean. Tents and cabins in backside of the park. I would reserve there if possible some interstate noise upfront. Staff friendly and took us to our site. Love the bike trails nearby.
Blackwater River State Park Campground
Great State Park
We had some rain but wasn't a big deal. The site we had was superb as had plenty of elbow room and with all the trees and bushes, could not even see the camper next to us. Great location if you want to drive into Pensacola. Was nice walk to the river with all the sandbars.
Blackwater River State Park Campground
Hidden Gem
This campground has spacious campsites and not too far from a river. The river has soft Sandy bends, Perfect for swimming in. The campground has electric sewer and water. The restrooms were very clean here.
Magnolia Branch Wildlife Reserve
Worst customer service
Our family drove over an hour to fish here. Upon arriving at the gate, we weren’t even greeted. A older lady stood up and just stared at us with a mean look. After about a 30 second stare, she finally said“hi”. I said“hi”. Another 15 second stare and she said”can I help you?” Very rudely. I said“yes we’re here to fish”. She said“we’re closed”. I asked what time they close daily and mentioned that google says open 24hrs and their website doesn’t list hours and she said“4”. I said we drove an hour here and you don’t close for another 45 min can we just drive through and look around, it’s our first time here. She said well I’m not charging you. I said this place was recommended to me on Facebook-can we at least look around? She said“no we’re closed”. I said ok what’s the price? She said we’re closed. I said I understand what you’re saying but what is the price? She sat down and refused to answer me. We left. We probably won’t be back. I decided to check around to see their reviews and it seems this lady is rude to everyone. Why has she not been replaced? I believe her name is Tracy. I tried to find out who her boss was by calling and emailing. However, no one answers the phone and she told me via email she’s the supervisor. SHE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED! So many people complain about her!!
Open Pond Recreation Area
This place is beautiful
The camp ground is nice the lake is beautiful. Verizon cell signal 2 bars. Cash only for payment
Milton-Gulf Pines KOA
Good location
Did an overnight pit stop only. Conveniently located of the freeway, yet quiet. Fenced in dog yard. The staff is super helpful and friendly!
Blackwater River State Park Campground
One of our favorites!
Blackwater River State Park is a hidden gem. Yet another one of the state of Florida's fantastic state parks. You don't need the beach when you've got the pristine white sands of the shores of Blackwater river. The river and the surrounds are super quiet, peaceful and beautiful. Tubing, kayaking canoeing are all super here as is the bike riding, if you know where to go, (hint: follow the road to the boat ramp just north of the entrance).
Magnolia Branch Wildlife Reserve
Beautiful but noisy!
The campground itself is beautiful. The noise level is terrible. So if you are retired or want a nice, quiet place, this isn't it. The sprawling playground that aligns the campsites assures of loud, screaming children at all hours. Further, either there is no noise ordinance, or it is not enforced as loud music is ongoing into the night. Unfortunately, have to strike this beautiful spot off the list.
Open Pond Recreation Area
Nice
Plenty of sites Hot shower flushable toilet hiking trails pond to fish what more do you need
Open Pond Recreation Area
Nice place to camp
Quiet, cheap, good cell service, and okay bathrooms. Just watch out for alligators around the pond!
Coldwater Recreation Area
Great Campground!
So well maintained, it is way back in the woods. Cell service was on the struggle bus the whole time, but overall this is a great little place.
Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
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Magnolia Branch Wildlife Reserve
Nice quiet campground in a beautiful area
Large sites with plenty of space between. They rent tubes to float the creek or canoes to paddle the ponds in the park. Ponds have fish to catch, don’t even need an Alabama fishing license to fish. Super quiet.
Navarre Beach Camping Resort
Nice and clean
It was a nice stay in a 2 bedroom. Cabin, they were running a promotion. The maintenance people were great to work with on any issues and needs.
Milton-Gulf Pines KOA
Great overnight stay!
While traveling from TX to Tallahassee, we wanted our 2nd nite to be more enjoyable than staying at a Rest Area. Booked last minute at this KOA and checked in after hours. All went smoothly!
Blackwater River State Park Campground
Nice campsites
Hospitable staff, nice trails, great scenery and wildlife, clean restrooms with great water temperature and pressure. Very nice sized campsites and some are concrete pads. All look pretty level.
Wilderness Landing
Great for free
Beautiful views, clean restrooms, and free. Other campers were very friendly. The only reason for a 3 is the rough drive getting there.
River's Edge RV Campground
Swampy!
We arrived and everything was dry. The next morning, our site had literally turned into a pond. By the time I finished packing up to leave, I literally looked like I jumped in the river with all of my clothes on. Haha I guess that’s camping in Florida for ya. The park was nice overall. The bathrooms were okay. Full hookups and lots of trees so our service was a little spotty.
Bear Lake Campground
No Boating
Great price for camping with water, electric, dump station. Some issues with flooding in shower house 1. No problems finding another available one with plenty of hot water, space and cleanliness. Most sites were a bit close together - no privacy. Quiet campgrounds with nice view, wildlife and trails. Possibly my mistake in not understanding the alert that water was down in lake, but unable to launch our boat caused the lower rating. Normal size kayaks would have no problem.
Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
Nice Location w Some Nice sites
Fort Pickens CG: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good
(70 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 3.5. Most of the campsites do not offer much privacy. Bathrooms and showers look to be poorly cleaned. Price 2023: $ 20 w interagency pass Security: Gate w code. Usage during visit: 90% over the weekend. Site Privacy: Open sites Site Spacing: Close Site surface: Blacktop Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Not bad Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: There can be a little traffic for bayside beach access. Electric Hookup: Yes Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes. There is one in A Loop . There is also one at the entrance to B,C,D,E Loops Potable Water Available: At sites Bathroom: Flush toilets. Unfortunately, the men’s bathrooms have very small seats. Bathrooms seem sanitary, but there is a lot of grime.
Showers: Private. Not all doors lock. They need to be more thoroughly clean.
Cell Service (AT&T): 1-2 bas. Setting: Open surrounded by dense forest and saw grass prairie.
Recent Weather: Cloudy and dreary w a front moving in.
Host: Yes Rig Size: Large rigs Sites: In my opinion A Loop is the best of loops. It is smaller and sits by itself. Outside sites which have a little extra to offer: C35,C39,C45,A4,A27,A29,A30,A34,A37, Nicer inside sites: E 14, E 13, E11 E9, E7,
C24, C 22, C 21 , C20, A 24, A26,
Lake Stone Campground
Quiet peaceful lake side.
Clean restrooms, reasonable fees (cash only), on-site manager friendly, but makes sure rules enforced to keep campground clean and family friendly.
Guide to Jay
Camping near Jay, Florida, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
What to do
- Explore the beaches: Many campers love the easy access to stunning beaches. For instance, at Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore, one reviewer mentioned, "Perfect for anyone wanting to have a nice quiet stay near the beach."
- Bike trails: If you enjoy biking, check out the trails at Gulf State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "The biking trails were amazing, very wide, with a good amount of shade."
- Fishing and kayaking: At Blackwater River State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and tubing in the river. One camper shared, "The river has soft sandy bends, perfect for swimming."
What campers like
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Henderson Beach State Park Campground stated, "The bathrooms are clean. The campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring."
- Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Meaher State Park Campground said, "Awesome state park! Plenty of room between spaces which are staggered so you aren’t looking out your door at another trailer."
- Friendly staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. At Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park Campground, one reviewer noted, "The staff are all very kind and friendly."
What you should know
- Busy seasons: Some campgrounds can get crowded during peak times. A visitor at Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA mentioned, "It rained nearly the entire time, but the owners kept us up to date via text on serious weather conditions."
- Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive facilities. A camper at Big Lagoon State Park Campground pointed out, "There is a lack of places to throw trash and the dumpsters are all the way back at the front of the park."
- Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife. One camper at Blackwater River State Park Campground warned, "I had a problem with raccoons every single night as soon as it got dark."
Tips for camping with families
- Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. At Henderson Beach State Park Campground, a reviewer said, "We were greeted by cheerful workers who took great care of us."
- Plan for shade: Many sites can get hot, so pick spots with trees. A visitor at Gulf State Park Campground noted, "It was a pull-through spot with a good amount of morning and late afternoon shade."
- Pack games and activities: Bring along games for downtime. One camper at The Hideaway Retreat mentioned, "There’s a community area with foosball, ping pong, and volleyball."
Tips from RVers
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA said, "Our site was small and kind of on top of others, but it was nice."
- Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups. At Meaher State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Utilities: 20/30/50A electric in the middle."
- Plan for road noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads. A visitor at Blakeley State Park Campground mentioned, "The only downside I could find was I10 is close enough to be heard."
Camping around Jay, Florida, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Jay, FL is Mystic Springs Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 7 reviews.
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