Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and camping is free. Amenities are minimal: no toilets (pack out waste), no potable water, and no fire rings, grills, or picnic tables. RVs are not recommended due to rough access roads and lack of hookups. The camping experience is rugged and peaceful, set in a forested area with dramatic limestone rock formations and lush hardwoods. Nearby trails lead to scenic overlooks and quiet creeks. Best visited in spring or fall for mild weather and vibrant foliage. Ideal for backcountry campers seeking solitude and natural beauty.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Rocky Bend Campground
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Rocky Bend Group Campground
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Rocky Bend
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Alder Glen Campground
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Elk Bend Campground
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South Lake
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Altamaha River Near Baxley
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3550cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
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105cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
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2150cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
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1250cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
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8cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
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17cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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MCRAE 6.6 SE
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0" |
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PRIDGEN
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0" |
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DOUGLAS 2.5 WSW
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EASTMAN 4.5 W
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Fourth Bridge
Nestucca River Seg B
Rm 26 To Rm 32 Confluence With Wsr
South Fork Trask River
South Yamhill River
Rm 47 To Rm 52 (Upper End Of Nestucca River)
County Boudary (Confluence With Wsr) To Rm 47 (Lower End Mcguire Reservoir)
Blackwell Park
Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site
Deer Creek Park
Fort Yamhill State Heritage Site