V3 campground
V3
The campground provides campers with a range of amenities, including drinking water, restrooms, showers, and picnic tables. The area features 12 campsites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This makes it perfect for those who prefer to go off the grid and avoid the hustle and bustle of more popular campsites. One quirky fact about the area is that it is home to the oldest and largest sand pine trees in the United States.
The best time to visit V3 camping area is during the spring or fall, as temperatures are comfortable and mosquitoes are less prevalent. The average temperature during these seasons is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, V3 camping area is an excellent choice for those seeking a serene and secluded camping experience in a beautiful natural setting.
What's on-site at V3
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 V3, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| V2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| V4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| V1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dr. Julian G. Bruce State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Primative 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of V3 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Apalachicola River Nr Sumatra | 10,200 cfs | → |
| New River Nr Sumatra Fla | 237 cfs | → |
| Ochlockonee River Nr Smith Creek | 831 cfs | → |
| Sopchoppy River Nr Sopchoppy | 1 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola R.Ab Chipola Conr Wewahitchka | 9,000 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek At Arran Fla | 1 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Dr Julian G Bruce St George Island State Park
- Tate's Hell Wildlife Management Area
- Tate's Hell State Forest
- Apalachicola River Wildlife And Environmental Area
- John Gorrie Museum State Park
- Orman House Historic State Park
Boat launches
- Gulf Beach Drive East Franklin County
- Fl 300 Franklin County
- Patton Drive 326, Franklin County
- Franklin County
- Miller Landing Road Franklin County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Segment D--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Wilderness Boundary To Northern Boundary Of Town Of Carrabelle (Rm 4)
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- Forest Service Property Bounday To St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Boundary
- Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
- Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
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 V3 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About V3
Can I make reservations at V3?
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 V3?
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 V3.