The Best Camping near Tallahassee, Florida

When you think of the trips to the Florida Panhandle, Pensacola and Panama City Beach probably come to mind. However, the best camping near Tallahassee puts nature enthusiasts right in the middle of North Florida’s top hiking and camping spots.

With nearly 200,000 residents, it’s the largest city in Florida’s Panhandle. It also is the state capital. Just a short drive from any of these Tallahassee campgrounds is Edward Ball Wakulla Springs Park, home to the only natural spring in the Panhandle.

Tallahassee’s Top RV and Tent Campgrounds

Florida’s capital city makes a terrific base camp for exploring any of the Pandle’s notoriously awesome beaches. Enjoy the leisurely lifestyle on the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. These campgrounds put you close enough to the water for an easy day trip, and night out on the town.

Both tents and travel trailers will find something suitable, and since Tallahassee experiences all four seasons, you’ll get cooler temperatures than in Southern Florida. Come in the fall for the autumn colors or wintertime to beat the heat.

Here are the best and closest campgrounds to Tallahassee, FL, in order of proximity:

Big Oak RV Park (6 miles)

Big Oak RV Park has been around since 1946, and it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped into a retro, Old Florida RV park when you arrive. Larger rigs will have an easier time maneuvering here than most parks with wide roads and big rig-friendly sites. Just a short drive out of Tallahassee, you’ll be able to head into the city to check out the attractions or pick up anything you forgot while still feeling removed from the metro area.

• Closest Town: Tallahassee, FL (6 mi)
• Specs: 115 back-in RV spaces, 41 pull-through spaces, max RV length of 65 feet and max width of 30 feet, full hookups in 117 sites, dump station, open year-round
• Amenities: Big rig-friendly, shaded patios, dish satellite service, laundry, restrooms, Wi-Fi, fenced dog run
• Reservations: Yes, visit bigoakrv.com/… or (850) 562-4660
• Address: 4024 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303 (Map)

Tallahassee RV Park (7 miles)

The Tallahassee RV Park is a shaded paradise for those looking to get away from it all. With towering pines and oaks alongside dogwood trees and magnolia, it’s easy to appreciate the greenery of the Sunshine State here. You’ll be just minutes from the heart of Tallahassee to take advantage of dining and shopping opportunities as well as Florida State University (FSU) if you’re in town on a college football Saturday.

• Closest Town: Tallahassee, FL (7 mi)
• Specs: 66 sites, full hookups, dump station, open year-round
• Amenities: Complimentary cable TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, swimming pool, 24-hour laundry, clubhouse with full kitchen, dog walking area, outdoor games
• Reservations: Yes, visit campspot.com/… or call (850) 878-7641
• Address: 6504 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308 (Map)

Coe Landing Campground (13 miles)

Coe Landing is one of three local Landing campgrounds run by Leon County. Of the three, Coe Landing is by far the best for travel trailers since it’s the only one to offer full hookups. Tent campers looking for a little extra luxury should also keep Coe Landing on their itinerary.

Several of the exterior sites are towards the waterfront, though dense tree cover will likely obstruct some of the views (and add shade). Note that online reservations at all Leon County parks can only be made with Visa or Mastercard credit or debit cards.

• Closest Town: Fort Braden, FL (5 mi)
• Specs: 20 RV and tent sites, water and 30-amp electric hookups, open year-round, dump station
• Amenities: Pet-friendly, boat ramp, restrooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi, fishing pier, picnic shelter, fire ring with grill
• Reservations: Yes, visit web1.myvscloud.com/…
• Address: 1208 Coe Landing Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32310 (Map)

Williams Landing Campground (16 miles)

Campers who don’t get a spot at Coe Landing can head just a couple of miles down the road to Williams Landing. While a smaller campground at just 10 spots, RV campers are less likely to want to head to Williams Landing due to the lack of hookups. While potable water is available, RV campers won’t be able to connect to electricity or sewer, nor is there a dump station.

Williams Landing Campground puts you next to the fishing pier and boat launch, inviting you to spend a day on the water. Day-use amenities here close at sunset, but night fishing is allowed for anyone already in the park.

• Closest Town: Fort Braden, FL (2 mi)
• Specs: 10 RV and tent sites, no hookups, one group primitive tent site, open year-round
• Amenities: Restrooms, bathhouse, handicap accessible parking, picnic areas, boat ramp, boat dock, fishing pier, fire ring with grill, potable water
• Reservations: Yes, visit web1.myvscloud.com/…
• Address: 951 Williams Landing Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32310 (Map)

High Bluff Campground (18 miles)

While you can disperse camp in Lake Talquin State Forest, High Bluff Campground is the best established Forest Service campground near Tallahassee. The sites are all primitive, but there’s a fishing pier and boat ramp in the area.

For adventurers wanting to get into the wilderness, Lake Talquin State Forest is one of the best places to explore. With miles of multi-use trails, hikers, mountain bikers, and even equestrian enthusiasts will have plenty of room to spread out.

• Closest Town: Midway, FL (5 mi)
• Specs: 19 tent and RV sites, no hookups, open year-round
• Amenities: Boat ramp, fishing pier, grills, pit toilets
• Reservations: Yes, visit floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/…
• Address: 2725 High Bluff Landing Rd, Midway, FL 32343 (Map)

Newport Campground (19 miles)

This Wakulla County park offers a variety of comfort levels for both tent and RV campers. Both full hookups and water & electric hookups are available, as well as 14 primitive sites for campers who don’t feel inclined to pay the extra money for (or need) hookups.

You won’t be without amenities here, though, even if you choose to forgo hookups, with an onsite bathhouse and restroom. While not the most luxurious, you’ll have an on-site campground host should you run into any issues.

• Closest Town: Woodville, FL (10 mi)
• Specs: 15 RV sites, 14 tent sites, eight full hookup sites, seven water, and electric only sites, open year-round, dump station
• Amenities: Bathhouse, restroom, boat ramp, floating dock, pavilion, campground host, dog walking area
• Reservations: Yes, call the park at (850) 745-7780 or call the campground host at (850) 274-7420
• Address: 8046 Coastal Hwy, Crawfordville, FL 32327 (Map)

Hall Landing Campground (19 miles)

Hall Landing is the smallest of the three Leon County campgrounds. With just 10 campsites, this tent-only campground caters to those looking for a no-frills boondocking experience. Campers can fill up their water jugs, but that’s as far as hookups go.

This is likely the best choice for anglers in the Leon County system. With a fishing pier, boat dock, and fish cleaning station, Hall Landing is set up for the fishing enthusiast. With a fire ring at your campsite, you’re set up for dinner if you get a fish on your hook.

• Closest Town: Fort Braden, FL (3 mi)
• Specs: 10 tent-only sites, open year-round, no hookups
• Amenities: Potable water, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, fishing pier, fish cleaning station, boat ramp, boat dock, picnic shelter, fire ring with grill
• Reservations: Yes, visit web1.myvscloud.com/…
• Address: 2997 Luther Hall Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32310 (Map)

Goat House Farm (20 miles)

It’s safe to say that Goat House Farm is as unique as it gets when it comes to camping near Tallahassee. As the name suggests, campers visiting here will stay on an operational goat farm. If you want to set up a tent under the stars, that’s an option, but this option caters more to novelty-seeking luxury campers.

For those wanting a special experience, reserve one of the glamping tents or tiny cottages. Once you’ve toured the goat farm, head out to the nearby Lake Talquin State Forest for great fishing and hiking. On the menu of extraordinary amenities here are fresh fruit, eggs, and vegetables to compliment the full suite of more traditional camping accommodations.

• Closest Town: Fort Braden, FL (3 mi)
• Specs: 5 tent campsites, five glamping tents, four tiny cottages, three coop rooms, open year-round
• Amenities: Potable water, Wi-Fi, laundry, fresh fruit, eggs, vegetables, fire ring, camp stove, grill, communal fridge, bathhouse, hot showers, composting toilets, toiletries provided, farm store, cable TV, campsites are pet friendly, but dogs aren’t allowed in the pasture
• Reservations: Yes, visit airbnb.com/… or call (850) 999-8168
• Address: 17870 Larkin Ct W, Tallahassee, FL 32310 (Map)

Shell Island Fish Camp (20 miles)

If you’re heading to North Florida to fish, this is a prime place to stay. Geared towards anglers, you’ll get from your rig to the water in just seconds. While mainly a motel setup, Shell Island Fish Camp does have several places to park an RV, as well as a handful of cabin rentals.

• Closest Town: Crawfordville, FL (14 mi)
• Specs: Four RV sites, 24 motel rooms, four cabins, five park model trailers, open year-round, water, and electric hookups in RV sites, dump station,
• Amenities: Pavilion, picnic table, cable TVs in cabins, heat/AC, kitchenette, coffee maker, stove, not pet-friendly
• Reservations: Yes, visit availabilityonline.com/… or call (850) 925-6226
• Address: 440 Shell Island Rd, St Marks, FL 32355 (Map)

Ed and Bernice’s Fish Camp & RV Park (24 miles)

This spot has been around since the early 1950s and has been family-owned and operated ever since. With an on-site restaurant, unlucky anglers will still be able to have a solid seafood meal after a long day. Amenities here are simple but cover all the basics. Those who just need hookups and a place to park will be more than satisfied.

• Closest Town: Fort Braden, FL (8 mi)
• Specs: Sites with water and electric hookups, plus sites with full hookups
• Amenities: Bathrooms, boat ramp, hot showers, fish cleaning
• Reservations: Yes, call (850) 379-8146 or email edandbernicesfishcamp@gmail.com
• Address: FL-20, Tallahassee, FL 32310 (Map)

A Stone’s Throw RV Park (25 miles)

The Tallahassee location of the Stone’s Throw RV Park chain puts you just a few minutes outside of the city limits. While you can quickly get into the city, this location is set up for those looking to stay somewhere quieter and further away. Like Big Oak RV Park, this is another location where those towing larger travel trailers will have extra room to maneuver.

• Closest Town: Monticello, FL (5 mi)
• Specs: 22 RV sites, full hookups, open year-round
• Amenities: Wi-Fi, indoor games in the lobby, complimentary drinks and ice cream, gift shop, big rig-friendly
• Reservations: Yes, visit camplife.com/… or call (850) 997-8167
• Address: 97 Cumberland Dr, Lamont, FL 32336 (Map)

Panacea RV Park (31 miles)

While Panacea RV Park isn’t a 55+ RV park, its marketing and amenity offerings are geared towards retirees and snowbirds. Billing themselves as a “senior-friendly” campground, younger travelers may not find Panacea as enticing, while snowbirds will appreciate the winter-friendly tourist opportunities nearby.

• Closest Town: Panacea, FL (1 mi)
• Specs: 78 RV sites, full hookups, water and sewer included in the price, electric hookups are charged extra, open year-round
• Amenities: Complimentary cable TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathhouse, laundry, restaurant, office, pet-friendly if the pet is under 40 pounds
• Reservations: Yes, call (850) 984-5883
• Address: 1089 Coastal Hwy, Panacea, FL 32346 (Map)

Ingram’s Marina & Campground (33 miles)

Located right on the historic Lake Talquin, RV and tent campers are in for a tranquil retreat at Ingram’s. Located in the western section of Lake Talquin, this campground is perfect for those looking to stay further from the city while not being completely removed from the metro area.

Lake Talquin has a wide variety of fish and wildlife, so anglers and nature photographers alike should consider this stop when planning their next trip to the Panhandle.

• Closest Town: Quincy, FL (14 mi)
• Specs: 44 tent and RV sites, 13 cabins, full hookups, open year-round
• Amenities: Wi-Fi, picnic area, campfire rings, grills, on-site grocery store, laundry, ice, fishing tackle for purchase, dock fishing, boat ramp, pet-friendly
• Reservations: Yes, visit ingrams.campgroundonline.org or call (850) 627-2241
• Address: 354 Lois Ln, Quincy, FL 32351 (Map)

Holiday Campground on Ochlockonee Bay (34 miles)

Holiday Campground offers a large base camp for those exploring North Florida. With connections to local river cruises and fishing guides, it’s easy to get out onto the water when staying here. Since you’re due south of Tallahassee, you’ll have great proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. Note that Holiday Campground no longer offers rental units, so you’ll have to have your own RV.

• Closest Town: Panacea, FL (4 mi)
• Specs: 71 back-in RV sites, four pull-through sites, full hookups in certain sites, open year-round
• Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, laundry, bathhouse, showers, swimming pool, cable TV, recreation room, outdoor games, fishing dock, fire pits, LP gas for sale, office on-site
• Reservations: Yes, visit holiday.ocsrv.net/remote or call (850) 984-5757
• Address: 14 Coastal Hwy, Panacea, FL 32346 (Map)

The Oaks RV Resort & Motel (34 miles)

The Oaks offers motel rooms for those without an RV or travel trailer and specializes in offering a simplistic yet comfortable resort experience. Pet owners will appreciate the dog park. Fishing enthusiasts will love the free boat parking (though it’s limited) and nearby fresh and saltwater fishing options. Note that this location has a two-day minimum on all stays.

• Closest Town: Panacea, FL (4 mi)
• Specs: 11 motel rooms, six pull-through RV sites, 14 back-in RV sites, full hookups, open year-round, 45-foot-long RV pads
• Amenities: Pet-friendly, picnic table, Wi-Fi, swimming pool, hot tub, restrooms, office, showers, laundry, dog park
• Reservations: Yes, visit campspot.com/… or call (850) 713-0175
• Address: 54 Coastal Hwy, Panacea, FL 32346 (Map)

Ochlockonee River State Park (39 miles)

Ochlockonee River State Park has one of “the best-preserved longleaf pine forests in the world.” This state park offers several options for both RV and tent campers, as well as proximity to the outdoors that won’t be matched on this list. Whether you want to stroll through the pines or head to the park’s namesake river for the day, the best of North Florida nature is at your fingertips.

• Closest Town: Sopchoppy, FL (6 mi)
• Specs: 26 standard tent and RV sites, two ADA accessible tent and RV sites, two tent-only sites, one primitive group camping site, full hookups, open year-round, one campsite available for hammock camping, RV max length of 40 feet, dump station
• Amenities: Grills, picnic tables, showers, group fire pit, restrooms, hot showers, outside sink, potable water
• Reservations: Yes, visit reserve.floridastateparks.org/…
• Address: 429 State Park Road, Sopchoppy Hwy, Sopchoppy, FL 32358 (Map)

The best camping near Tallahassee puts you right on the water or in the dense Florida woodlands (oftentimes both). Whether you’re here to fish or to walk through tree-lined trails, this section of the Panhandle should be on your Sunshine State trip itinerary.