Coe Landing Campground – Leon County Parks & Recreation
Nice and quiet in nature, by a lake.
3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Tent camping near Bainbridge, Georgia spans riverside primitive sites to farm-stay tent campgrounds, with options within a 30-40 mile radius. Faceville Landing on the Flint River provides basic tent sites with river access, while Goat House Farm across the Florida state line is a working farm where tent campers share space with goats. Several tent campsites can be found within a 30-40 mile radius in Florida's Lake Talquin State Forest.
Tent sites in the Bainbridge region typically feature minimal amenities, with most primitive campgrounds offering basic facilities. Neals Landing Park provides drinking water and showers but lacks designated fire rings, while the Fort Braden Tract primitive campsites require approximately a mile hike to reach lakeside camping areas. Many tent campgrounds in the region feature uneven terrain with thick tree cover providing natural shade for tents. A visitor commented, "Primitive campsites were small and cozy. There was a group site in between that was very nice and we were told was often used by youth groups." Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions at most sites, as amenities like toilets and drinking water are limited.
Backcountry tent camping in the area varies seasonally, with higher humidity during summer months and more comfortable conditions in spring and fall. Many sites offer proximity to water bodies suitable for fishing, with Lake Talquin being a popular destination. The region features natural wildlife, including alligators along shorelines at some locations. A camper noted that at Fort Braden Tract, "Steep bank on this sight though so fewer worries about him actually visiting camp. Fabulous spot for fishing and camping." Tent sites generally provide good tree cover for shade and hanging hammocks. Most backcountry locations have little to no cell service, so tent campers should prepare accordingly with offline maps and adequate supplies for their stay.
from $60 / night
from $25 - $35 / night
"Three wonderful loop trails 2 primitive camp sites and a great view through the trees."
"About a mile hike in. Primitive, which is exactly what we wanted. Fetch your own water from the lake. No modern amenities. Brilliant view of Lake Talquin, right on the water."
Available this weekend
from $9 - $18 / night
"This campground is for tents only, however, due to a mix up with our reservation at Walker Landing, they moved us to this campground even though we are in an RV."
"This small county primitive campground has 10 campsites plus a small group site. It is well maintained and has a friendly camp host. Most of the sites have a beautiful lake view."
from $18 / night
"The location was beautiful with lots of birds chirping and not a lot of people around."
from $18 / night
Nice and quiet in nature, by a lake.
This has to be one of the most peaceful campgrounds we’ve been to. It’s very quiet and dark at night. The bathhouse was really clean and spacious. Our site is perfect with unobstructed water views. We were able to do the trails and ride our bikes on the road.
We stopped at the entrance, but no one was in there. Luckily a nice gentleman was coming in and said for us to follow him in. Rangers are at another office within the campground from 9:00-9:30 and 4:00-4:30. We went over in the afternoon to check in.
Well kept campground. Paved roads. The loop C has a concrete parking pads. Gravel picnic table area with a fire pits and bbq stand. Well kept grass. Very shallow water off bank. We have camped here before and had a local five foot alagator that hung around. But I didn't see it this time. Spent a couple days. Has a few restaurants just a few miles. The park is in eastern time. A couple miles west is Central time. So my phone said eastern..my wife's phone read central. The shower house and restroom combo is very dated and needed some paint and rust removal. Didn't check out the other restroom. Don't plan on fishing...water very shallow and weeds. The sunsets are fantastic.
It’s small park. Big rigs will have trouble getting around the drive. A huge class A did come in and park at the front though. For our rig (F150& 20’Catina it’s just fine. It’s on a very nice lake . Sites have water and electric and a dump station on the way out. Quiet, nice people and apparently good fishing.
So we didn't actually stay here. We were at another campsite that was 30 minutes away with higher reviews. However, we stopped by to check this place out on our way to the Florida Caverns and we really wished we would of stayed here! This place was amazing. And the convenience of the gas station and corner store in walking distance plus all of the activities they had for kids. We surely would of enjoyed this place. And the view of the water and ability to fish and kayak were an added plus. Our kids were disappointed in me for not choosing this one. Definently keeping it saved for the next time we go though. And it was only 10 minutes from the Florida Caverns and close to several stores and not to far off Highway 10. There was plenty of spots and cabins when we went in October and spacious and not over-crowded.
Think The Dyrt forgot to mention that this site is for 50 years and older. My family and I were effected by Hurricane Isaias and were looking for a RV resort that hadn't lost power. We explained the situation to the resort manager and although we are in our 40s with 3 kids, they were very welcoming of us and so friendly. Mr. Glen, the owner, was a great person and I shared great conversation with him about his life. The view from the resort is amazing. Acres of land in a sloping hillside with gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. Small 4ft pool and very spacious and clean bathrooms and clubhouse. It SOOOO peaceful and quiet out here . I went along a trail that they have to read and watch the sunrise and was welcomed by deers that roam the land. This was a very gorgeous spot and I'll likely return in 9 years after I hit the age requirements to enjoy again😁. But we were so grateful for them being so accomodating given our circumstance.
Camped here with my wife . The ground isn’t hard to get to and the space is open . When we arrived it took only 30min to an hour before a local ranger doing his patrols to greet us and give us a rundown, afterwards we were left alone. Lots of ants but they’re not a huge nuisance
Horrible treatment by Nancy
Oh my gosh!!!!! I will NEVER EVER Camp here again. Nancy, the B who runs the campground is sooooooooo RUDE& MEAN!!!!!
we went thru Thomasville and decided to camp over night. when we called to register, she screamed at us on the phone. we let that slide and went there anyway. she was even more rude in person. how the heck do they keep this person employed there??
if you are looking for a peaceful quiet time, forget it. the highway that run by the campground is loud as heck.
Florida Caverns State Park offers tours of underground caves, the focal point of the 1,500 acre grounds. Blue Hole Campground located within the Park offers 32 full hookup sites in a loop convenient to bathhouse and laundry. Quiet setting, well spaced sites with gravel surface, paved roads.
Tent camping near Bainbridge, Georgia offers options within a 30-mile radius spanning the Florida-Georgia border. The region features clay-based soils that can become muddy after rain, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F between June and September. Water access sites along Lake Talquin and the Flint River serve as cooling respites during hot weather months.
Water activities: Lake Talquin sites provide direct lake access for fishing and paddling. Hall Landing Campground features boat docks and a boardwalk for water access. A camper notes, "Lots of day use traffic with boaters coming and going."
Farm experiences: Goat House Farm in Florida offers camping with resident animals. According to a visitor, "We had such a fun time camping at the goat farm. Where you literally camp with goats. The male goats hang out right beside you and your tents."
Hiking opportunities: Fort Braden Tract provides three loop trails with elevation changes near campsites. A camper reports, "Three wonderful loop trails, 2 primitive camp sites and a great view through the trees. Nice elevation changes (refreshing for Florida hiking)."
Basic facilities and low cost: Hall Landing Campground offers affordable camping with essential amenities. As one camper described, "Free hot showers, not the cleanest or best smelling bath house but it was ok. With tax it came to about $11/night, good deal!"
Privacy at hunt camps: Pope Still Hunt Camp provides a quieter alternative to more developed sites. A visitor notes, "There are 2 areas next to each other for dispersed camping. About 10-15 campers total when we were there... Quiet."
Animal interactions: Many visitors appreciate the unique farm camping experience. One camper at Goat House Farm mentioned, "The kids absolutely loved it. They cried when it was time to leave and told all the animals bye."
Limited water quality: Some campgrounds have questionable water despite spigots. A camper at Hall Landing Campground reported, "Water spigots at each site, but we filled up our jug with it and dumped it back out, water had a brownish tinge."
Wildlife precautions: Alligators inhabit waterways near many campsites. At Fort Braden Tract, one camper encountered wildlife: "Even got a visit from your friendly neighborhood alligator in the middle of the night, which when I realized after the fact what the sound was was terrifying."
Navigation challenges: Cell service can be unreliable, making finding remote campsites difficult. A camper shared, "It took us an extra try to find this location... Make sure you review your directions because there is not much of a signal out there."
Animal-focused camping: Children particularly enjoy the farm camping experience. At Goat House Farm, a visitor shared, "The owner of the farm was so welcoming and accommodating. She even gave us a tour of the farm in the morning and we were able to play with a ton of goats and chickens!"
Group camping options: Several sites cater specifically to larger family groups. Fort Braden Tract features a central campsite that, according to one camper, "was in the center of the Center Loop and for groups... was very nice and we were told was often used by youth groups."
Short hiking options: Trails of varying lengths accommodate different age groups. The loop system at Fort Braden Tract allows families to choose appropriate distances while maintaining a basecamp, providing what one camper called "a lot of down time to relax even hiking all 3 loops."
Limited RV access: Most tent camping sites near Bainbridge restrict RV access. One exception noted at Hall Landing Campground: "This campground is for tents only, however, due to a mix up with our reservation at Walker Landing, they moved us to this campground even though we are in an RV. Most sites are big and level enough for an RV so it may be worth asking."
Solar challenges: Tree cover affects solar panel efficiency. A camper observed, "Lots of tree cover so our solar panels were struggling to get enough sun."
Dump station access: While on-site dump stations are rare, nearby options exist. One RVer mentioned, "No power and no dump station, but the county operator said we were welcome to use the dump station at Coe Landing since we were Leon County Parks guests."
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