Grassy sites ring Hurricane Lake at this Forest Service campground, where campers access lakefront spots through multiple entry points including boat-in options. The 13-dollar fee covers sites with fire pits, picnic tables, and shared water spigots, though no electric hookups are currently available at the south campground location.
A resident host stays on-site year-round, providing local knowledge and maintaining the grounds. Desiree K. notes that "each site had a fire pit, a picnic table and shared a water spigot." The lake allows fishing and boats with trolling motors only—no gas engines permitted. Anglers report consistent activity during daylight hours, while evenings tend toward quiet after dark.
Bathroom facilities include individual-style units that reviewers describe as clean, though no dedicated shower building exists currently. The campground separates tent campers from RV areas, creating distinct camping zones. Communal trash collection eliminates the need to pack out garbage, and the 14-day maximum stay allows extended visits.
Hurricane Lake North Campground sits just half a mile north for those seeking electric hookups. Squirrels actively drop pinecones from overhead trees, and alligators inhabit the lake though sightings remain uncommon according to regular visitors. The combination of lakefront access, fishing opportunities, and forest setting appeals to campers comfortable with basic amenities.
Description
The Hurricane Lake South Campground is located within the Hurricane Lake Recreation Area, in the Blackwater River State Forest (Okaloosa County), about 1-hour northeast of Pensacola, FL. This campground is located on the south side of Hurricane Lake (318-acres) and has the following facilities: primitive campsites, nearby water faucets (potable), dump station, restrooms, and boat ramp. Recreational activities featured here are: fishing, boating, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, nature study and photography.
No swimming at Hurricane Lake. There are alligators present in the lake. Hurricane South Recreation Area has primitive campsites only. South Hurricane and its vicinity is in a non-hunting zone. During the main hunting season from Thanksgiving to mid-February, it is recommended to wear fluorescent orange when hiking away from South Hurricane.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Drought conditions continue to worsen, and numerous Florida counties have implemented burn bans. State Forest campgrounds within counties under a burn ban are subject to the same restrictions, which may affect your camping experience. Please check the Burn Ban Public Dashboard and plan accordingly before making a reservation.
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Location
Public CampgroundHurricane Lake South Campground is located in Florida
Directions
From Interstate 10 take Exit 22. Turn north on Avalon Boulevard and travel to Highway 90. Turn right at Highway 90 and travel to Highway 87 also called Stewart Street at the Burger King restaurant. Turn left. Travel .8 miles to the Milton High School. Turn to the right onto Highway 191 also called Munson Highway. Continue 19.5 miles until you reach Highway 4. Turn to the right onto Highway 4 and travel 2.7 miles to a Hurricane Lake sign and turn to the left. Continue north on this road 5.6 miles until you see the South Hurricane Lake sign. Turn right and follow Kennedy Bridge Road 2.4 miles to the entrance road of the campground. For campground location using the internet type: South Hurricane Lake Entrance Road Baker, Fl 32531.
Address
11650 Munson Highway
Milton, FL 32570
Coordinates
30.93735592 N
86.75223982 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 33 min from Crestview, FL
- 1 hr 2 min from Pensacola, FL
- 1 hr 35 min from Daphne, AL
- 1 hr 52 min from Dothan, AL
