Point Washington, near Seagrove, Florida, is a rustic campground that offers a peaceful escape into nature. With designated sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, it’s a solid spot for enjoying campfire meals and sharing stories under the stars.

This campground is known for its beautiful views of Eastern Lake, making it a great place for canoeing or kayaking. Visitors have highlighted the well-kept trails that are perfect for hiking and biking, with options ranging from short loops to longer treks. One camper noted, “The trails are very well kept up and clean, and it’s beautiful all around.”

While amenities are limited, there’s a shared pit toilet and a sense of seclusion that many find appealing. The area is quiet, with some sites offering a bit of distance from one another, which adds to the overall tranquility. Just keep in mind that the access roads can be rough, especially after rain, so a sturdy vehicle is recommended.

Point Washington is conveniently located just a short drive from the beaches along 30A, giving you the best of both worlds—forest serenity and coastal fun. Whether you’re looking to unwind in nature or explore nearby attractions, this campground has a lot to offer.

The Eastern Lake Campground is in Point Washington State Forest (Walton County), about 9 miles south of Freeport, FL. This is a primitive campground located near Eastern Lake. Campsites do not have water or electric, but a restroom is available. This state forest is widely used for hunting, mountain biking and hiking. The Eastern Lake Trail system consists of three double-track loop trails and the hiker or bicyclist can travel the 3.5-, 5- or 10-mile loop. The Longleaf Greenway Trail is approximately 8 miles; it is not a loop trail, but a spur trail off the Eastern Lake Trailhead. The McQuage Bayou Horse Trail is for horseback riding only and consists of two loops offering riders their choice of a three or five-mile ride. Other recreational activities featured here are: fishing, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography. This forest is part of the Florida Scenic Trail and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Get outdoors and explore the recreational opportunities at Point Washington State Forest; for further information please [Click Here](http://www.freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/Florida-Forest-Service/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Point-Washington-State-Forest#rec).

- **Campsites are fully PRIMITIVE - No running water or electric hookups at this facility. TENTS ONLY - NO RV's ALLOWED**
- **Be AWARE of bears. Keep food in approved containers or inside vehicle, and remove trash from campsite.**
- **During hunting seasons it is suggested that trail users wear bright Orange.** 
- **A maximum of 5 people are allowed per campsite.**
- **Maximum stay is 14 days within a 30 day period.**
- **Multiple campsites is recommended for groups.** 
- **All campsites are accessible by standard sized vehicles (NOT RV's) - contact forest for updated information regarding road conditions.** 
- **Fires are permitted in designated fire rings and grills ONLY.**
 All trash must be packed out. Do not leave trash on sites or in campground.

Eastern Lake Campground 1 — Point Washington State Forest

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Nice primitive campground located near 30A beach. The road leading in is sandy and gravely. The site was for tent camping and offers a picnic table, grill, fire pit, food/lamp pole and a porta house (which was fairly clean, considering). There was also a pier close by. The bed was gravel and uncomfortable but they were actually repairing it while we were there, so it should be quite comfortable for your stay! No hookups or water. We stayed at campsite #1 which had plenty of trees for shade and was closest to the water, but they all looked nice. The beach is right across the bay so it's a short drive to the ocean. Quiet and clean, we stayed four days and had a neighbor for two of them. He seemed respectful to nature and gave us no issues. Overall would stay again, just remember there is no shower to get off all that sand and sunscreen!

Beach camping 

very nice quite secluded spot. camp site has locked gate, should receive gate code once reserve with reserveamerica. also if very importance: you cannot get to site from 30A, google maps does not know if you link from this app - entrance is from hwy 98. otherwise, clean quite spot with privacy and ample hiking and biking trails 


Entrance from 98

Nice secluded little spot close to our home in Fort Walton but still manages to feel like you’re far away. Would recommend for a local getaway!

Close to Home

Set your GPS for the Point Washington Field Office on Hwy 89. Access road 11 is across the highway. Recommend approaching eastward from the west, and it’s an right turn off the highway once you spot it. 

Your online reservation will include a four digit gate code, which you will need! 

Site is on the extreme northwest side of Eastern Lake, though with all the trees, there’s not water views from the sites.


I camped in Area 1, #3. All sites have a picnic table, fire ring and framed gravel tent area about 12’x20’. There is a shared pit toilet a short distance from all 4 sites. 

Sites 1 and 2 slope down to their campsite, and would be difficult to sleep in your vehicle without balancers.

Sites 3 and 4 are more flat and work fine for sleeping in your vehicle. 

I came in a day after rain and there were numerous _significant_ deep puddles to get through. I was grateful my Sprinter had knobby tires and was a little higher; even then at one point the puddle was so deep it covered my headlights! If it’s been raining, small vehicles should think twice. 

There’s access/views to water about 100 feet from sites 3&amp;4. 

Four primitive sites at end of road

We camped here on our vacation and LOVED it! It’s not far from Destin and other popular locations, but it’s a gem itself! There’s plenty room to walk and explore, the trails are very well kept up and clean, and it’s beautiful all around. I will say that the mud holes are huge and you definitely don’t want to take a small car through it, that’s the only downfall. 

Wonderful nature retreat! 

It was so quiet there and we were the only ones at the campground, we enjoyed the peace and quiet, and the alone time. We will definitely camp here again and again...

Peaceful

I liked this forest and thought it was very pretty. Good distance to beaches, although I didn’t see a way to walk to the beach - we drove. I would not chance the forest roads in a sedan. You might be okay if it stays dry but if it rains you will not be in good shape. Lots of roads and trails to explore. 

Pros and cons of each campground

Campground 1
Pros: can park in your site, further apart, no highway noise
Cons: only have access to a tiny part of the lake, breeze kind of blocked by trees

Campground 2
Pros: beautiful lake view and easy access to water, prettier view, more breeze
Cons: traffic noise, cannot park in your site

Both campgrounds have a bathroom (I did not use so not sure of conditions). Every site has a fire pit, bbq pit, picnic table, and lantern pole. 

Would definitely camp here again. 

Forest Nights

This is a quiet Forest. I stayed at camp 1, site 1. There is a code to lock on gate when you go in. No amenities but 1 pit toilet. 4 sites in camp one. Quiet. Signs for active bears but we saw none. Did the 10 mile single track flat bike route. I saw not much wildlife or birds. It was a foggy overcast day. 

2 mile drive in

CG is within the State Forest about 2 miles in, off US98, on Level 2 roads. Follow “Primitive camping area” signs to parking area, watching for route. Packin-pack out. Once at parking area, choose Eastern Lake Area 1 of 2.

Primitive CH off the beaten path

The site was pretty and felt nicely distanced from the other three sites in campground #1. We didn’t use the gravel tent space, but hung up hammocks in the nearby trees. The drive in had some big puddles in the road, so I could be difficult to get to after rain in a low car. Site reservation was $16. 

Photos of Eastern Lake Campground 1 — Point Washington State Forest

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