Hopkins Prairie Campground

State: Florida

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 21

Free: No

About: An island of shade amid a broad, winding grassland, the Hopkins Prairie Campground is a seasonal destination for campers looking to get a bit off the beaten path. It sits right along the Florida Trail and offers opportunities for fishing and birding along miles of prairie shoreline.

Fees:$10 (2011)

Closest Towns: Salt Springs (FL)

Water: Hand Pump

Restrictions: Parking within the campground area is for campers only. There is a trailhead parking area along the access road to the campground.

Restrooms: Vault Toilets

Directions: The turnoff for Hopkins Prairie is 9.2 miles north along SR 19 from the intersection with SR 40. Turn left and follow the signs, turning left, right, and left along unmarked, unimproved roads to reach the camping area.