Hitchcock Lake campground
Hitchcock Lake
Reservations are accepted at Hitchcock Lake camping area, ensuring campers can secure their spot in advance. It is recommended to make reservations early, especially during peak seasons, as the campground tends to fill up quickly. The best time of year to visit is generally during the spring or fall when the weather is mild, and mosquitoes are less prevalent. However, it is important to note that Florida's climate can be unpredictable, so it is advisable to check the weather forecast before planning a trip.
While camping at Hitchcock Lake, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, including alligators and snakes. It is crucial to follow guidelines provided by park officials and take appropriate precautions to ensure safety. Additionally, it is recommended to bring bug repellent to ward off mosquitoes and other insects. Overall, Hitchcock Lake camping area offers a peaceful and beautiful environment for a memorable camping experience in Florida.
What's on-site at Hitchcock Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Hitchcock Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitchcock Lake Hunt Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mack Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mack | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mack Slough | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Revell Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Hitchcock Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ochlockonee River Nr Smith Creek | 831 cfs | → |
| Sopchoppy River Nr Sopchoppy | 0 cfs | → |
| New River Nr Sumatra Fla | 237 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek At Arran Fla | 1 cfs | → |
| Ochlockonee River Nr Bloxham | 1,510 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Sumatra | 9,150 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Hitchcock Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havana 4.2 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Havana 5.5 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Bradwell Bay
- Womack Creek Unit - Tate's Hell Wildlife Management Area
- Ochlockonee River State Park
- Wilderness Mud Swamp/New River
- Lake Talquin State Forest
- St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
Boat launches
- Gully Branch Road Franklin County
- Ochlockonee River State Park
- Billy's Road Franklin County
- Us 98 Franklin County
- Us 98;Us 319 401, Carrabelle
- Timber Island
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
- Forest Service Property Bounday To St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Boundary
- Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
- Segment D--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Wilderness Boundary To Northern Boundary Of Town Of Carrabelle (Rm 4)
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Hitchcock Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hitchcock Lake
Can I make reservations at Hitchcock Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Hitchcock Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Hitchcock Lake.