Established Camping
Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground
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There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
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Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground, near Fargo, Georgia, is a unique spot that immerses you in the beauty of the swamp. With its lush surroundings and a variety of camping options, it’s a great place to unwind and connect with nature.
The campground offers sites with water and electric hookups, making it convenient for both tents and RVs. Clean facilities, including individual bathrooms and showers, are a highlight, and many visitors appreciate the proximity of sites 40, 41, and 42 to these amenities. One camper noted, “The bathrooms were very clean for a state park in the swamp!”
Outdoor activities abound here. You can rent canoes or kayaks to paddle through the scenic waters, or take a stroll along the boardwalk trails for a closer look at the local wildlife, including alligators. As one reviewer put it, “Amazing views of the stars, the swamp, and the wildlife (gators!)”
While the campground is remote, making it a peaceful retreat, be sure to stock up on supplies before you arrive, as the nearest store is quite a drive away. Whether you're here for a quiet weekend or an adventurous getaway, Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground offers a memorable experience in the heart of Georgia's natural beauty.
Description
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Stephen C. Foster State Park
This remote park is a primary entrance to the legendary Okefenokee Swamp -- one of Georgia's seven natural wonders. Spanish moss-laced trees reflect off the black swamp waters, while cypress knees rise upward from the glass-like surface. Here, paddlers and photographers will enjoy breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife. Alligators, turtles, raccoons, black bears, deer, ibis, herons, wood storks, red-cockaded woodpeckers and numerous other creatures make their homes in the 402,000-acre refuge. Stargazers will appreciate the particularly dark sky. Astronomy programs with an 18" telescope are sometimes offered.
For reservation inquiries please call 1-800-864-7275.
For Park inquiries and Suwannee River Eco Lodge inquiries please call 912-637-5274.
Stephen C. Foster State Park is the west entrance for the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. The gates close promptly at 10pm and reopen at 7am. Access in or out, of park, cannot and will not be granted during these hours. Stephen C. Foster State Park also manages the Suwannee River Eco Lodge which is located 17 miles south. A ParkPass is required for all vehicles. Price for ParkPasses are not included with the reservation. Overnight guests pay only one ParkPass fee for the duration of their stay. The daily ParkPass is valid at all state parks visited the same day and is not valid at state historic sites.
ParkPass fees are as follow:
1-12 passenger vehicles $5 per day or $50 annual ParkPass;
13-30 passenger vehicles $30 per day or $75 annual ParkPass;
31 or more passenger vehicles $70 per day or $250 annual ParkPass;
Georgia active duty military/veterans $3.75 per day or $37.50 annual ParkPass.
Federal passes are accepted in placement of the Georgia State's ParkPass.
For information on our park rules and reservation policies please visit our website http://gastateparks.org/thingstoknow. Rules and regulations are posted at site offices and must be observed by all guests and their visitors.
Location
Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground is located in Georgia
Directions
Located 18 miles northeast of Fargo at the end of Ga. Hwy. 177. Note that GPS directions are often not accurate; consult a highway map
Address
17515 HIGHWAY 177
Fargo, GA 31631
Coordinates
30.82628575 N
82.36167236 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 19 min from Valdosta
- 1 hr 39 min from Jacksonville
- 1 hr 55 min from Gainesville
- 2 hrs 12 min from Brunswick