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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from April 11, 2025 through April 4, 2026.

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping is located near Folkston, Georgia. The area features flat terrain with wetlands and swamps. Temperatures range from 40°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Okefenokee Swamp Park and the Suwannee Canal Recreation Area.

Fee Info

A non-refundable $10.00 reservation fee will apply. Trips are limited to one or two nights during Peak Season. Maximum of 20 people per camping permit.

Reservation Info

Permit Required

The Permit Reservation Line is open Tuesday - Thursday (excluding federal holidays) from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. The Reservation Line phone number is 912-496-3331. No reservations will be made outside of this time or via voicemail. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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Location

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping is located in Georgia

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Directions

Directions to the Suwannee Canal Recreation Area (Do not depend of GPS directions to bring you to this location) Directions from Folkston, Georgia to Main Entrance of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Turn onto Main Street heading west. Go through two stoplights and across the railroad tracks. Take a left at 3rd light onto Okefenokee Trail (Parkway), also called GA 121/23 South. Drive for approx. 7 miles, then turn right at the large beige Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge sign. Follow this road about 4 miles to the end. When you reach a large parking area, you will see the Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center on your left and Okefenokee Adventures is located next to the boat basin.Directions from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) Depart from the airport terminal on the airport road, turning into Dixie Clipper Rd. Take Dixie Clipper Road to I-95 Northbound. Follow the directions from Interstate 95-exit 3 (below) to get to Okefenokee Directions from Interstate 95-exit 3 (Kingsland, GA) Take GA 40 West approx. 22 miles through Kingsland to Folkston. Where GA 40 dead ends at a \_ T \_ intersection, turn right onto Third Street then take the next immediate left onto Main Street (courthouse is on your right at turn). Follow directions from Folkston, GA listed above.Directions from Jacksonville, FL area Take US 1 North through the towns of Callahan and Hilliard. After you cross the St. Marys River into Georgia, go about 4 miles until you enter the town of Folkston. Turn left at the 2nd stop light onto Main Street (look for brown Okefenokee sign) Follow directions from Folkston, GA listed above. Directions from Atlanta, GA area Take Interstate 75 South out of Atlanta In Tifton, take US 82 East towards Waycross. Stay on US 82 East all the way into Waycross Turn Right onto US 1 South in Waycross heading towards Folkston. Youll pass the Okefenokee Swamp Park along US 1 South. Continue driving on US 1 to Folkston. Once you enter Folkston, turn right at 2nd light onto Main Street. Follow directions from Folkston, GA listed above.Directions from Brunswick, GA area Take I-95 South towards Kingsland. Take Exit 3 off I-95 and turn West (Right) on GA 40 Follow directions from Interstate 95-Exit 3 listed above Follow directions from Folkston, GA listed above. Directions from Interstate 10 and St. George Take exit 48 from I-10 onto FL 121 North. Drive north on Fl 121 approx. 20 miles until you reach St George, GA. The road designation will switch to GA 121/23 when you cross over the St. Marys River into Georgia. Proceed north approx. 14 miles until you see Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge sign, turn left and follow this road about 4 miles to the Visitor Center.

Address

2700 Suwannee Canal Road
Folkston, GA 31537

Coordinates

30.8040917 N
82.3071389 W

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Reviewed Jun. 13, 2025

Remote wilderness camping

The Okefenokee wildlife refuge has about 12 remote camping platforms located out in the swamp. They are only accessible by canoe or kayak. They offer no service except an elevated platform to keep you above the water and out of reach of alligators!

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Joel R., June 13, 2025
  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Joel R., June 13, 2025
  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Joel R., June 13, 2025
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Reviewed Mar. 13, 2023

Wonderful!

Probably one of the most beautiful campgrounds I ever stayed in. They made sure to spread the campers out so we had our own privacy. Lots of wildlife and nature!

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Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Breezy B., March 13, 2023
Reviewed Mar. 12, 2021

Bluff Lake and Round Top

Spent 2 nights in the swamp. Rented canoes and took shuttle to Launch at kingfisher landing, spent 1st night at Bluff Lake and 2nd at Round Top. Ended at SCRA/okefenokee adventures. Platforms in great shape. Bluff lake had a table and benches which was very nice. Beautiful views at Round Top but no table or movable bench. 32 miles of total paddling through some varying environments. Already planning our trip for next year.

  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Mark H., March 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping by Mark H., March 12, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping?

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping is located at 120 feet.

Does Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping?

There are 12 campsites at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Camping and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts