The Batona Campground is in the northern area of the Wharton State Forest and is a bit removed from most trails and other campgrounds in the park.

While the individual campsites appear to be somewhat close together and the campground area is very open, there were few other campers during our visit, and privacy was not an issue. However, in warm summer months when more people are camping, I could see this being a much less private experience.

Each campsite includes a fire pit with a grate (no picnic tables). There are two outhouses and one water source within the campground. The entire campground is fairly shaded by the pines, and the ground is flat throughout. The back of the campground backs up to a beautiful creek/ swamp, and the Batona trail runs through the campground.

The closest ranger station for checking in and purchasing wood is about a 20 minute drive.