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Camel Lake Campground

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🏕️ CampgroundApalachicola NFFlorida⭐ 4.4 (294)
Camel Lake Campground
🟢 8 open windows as of Oct 8 — soonest Sun Oct 25–Wed Oct 28
Availability checked 7h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 11 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 4d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Camel Lake Campground in Florida has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Oct 25–Wed Oct 28. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sun Oct 25 – Wed Oct 283 nightsbook these dates →sites #01, #07
Sun Nov 1 – Wed Nov 43 nightsbook these dates →sites #03
Fri Nov 13 – Mon Nov 163 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #01
Mon Nov 16 – Thu Nov 193 nightsbook these dates →sites #02
Thu Nov 26 – Sun Nov 293 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #02
Sat Nov 28 – Tue Dec 13 nightsbook these dates →sites #04
Tue Dec 1 – Fri Dec 43 nightsbook these dates →sites #01
Sat Dec 5 – Tue Dec 83 nightsbook these dates →opened 7h agosites #08

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #01 — Camel Lake Campground-Site 1
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #01 · Camel Lake Campground-Site 1USFS
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #01 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 1
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #01 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 1
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #07 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 7
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #07 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 7
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #07 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 7
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #07 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 7
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #03 — Camel Lake Campground-Site 3
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #03 · Camel Lake Campground-Site 3USFS
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #03 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 3
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #03 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 3
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #02 — Camel Lake Campground-Site 2
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #02 · Camel Lake Campground-Site 2USFS
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #02 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 2
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #02 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 2
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #04 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #04 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #04 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #04 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND
Campsite CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #08 — CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 8
Site CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND #08 · CAMEL LAKE CAMPGROUND SITE 8

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 26 openings at Camel Lake Campground over the last 30 days, on 25 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 37 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $20–$30/nightRv ElectricRv Nonelectric🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.4★★★★☆294 ratings
5★190
4★67
3★23
2★6
1★8
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T1.8/4
Verizon1.5/4
T-Mobile1.1/4
Sprint retired1.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Camel Lake Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Camel Lake Campground?

Camel Lake Campground in Florida takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Camel Lake Campground?

Campsite fees at Camel Lake Campground run about $20–$30/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Camel Lake Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Camel Lake Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Camel Lake Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 26 openings at Camel Lake Campground over the last 30 days, on 25 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 37 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Camel Lake Campground a good campground?

Camel Lake Campground holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 294 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Camel Lake Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Camel Lake Campground, AT&T rates highest at 1.8 out of 5 from 79 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Camel Lake Campground located?

Camel Lake Campground is located in Apalachicola NF, Florida. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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