State: Florida
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 14
Free: No
About: A large, shallow lake cradled by the Big Scrub, Lake Eaton offers many distinctive faces. As a seasonal access area, the Lake Eaton Campground has only 14 sites. Campers have full privileges at nearby Fore Lake for swimming, picnicking, and warm showers. At the end of the road, the Lake Eaton Boat Launch and Pier offers opportunities for boating and fishing.
Fees: $8-10 (2011)
Closest Towns: Forest Corners (FL)
Water: None
Restrictions: If you’re fishing or boating, the regulations of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission for freshwater fishing apply.
Restrooms: Vault Toilet
Directions: Drive south along CR 314-A from its intersection with CR 314 for 2.5 miles. Turn left on FR 44, an unimproved and deeply rutted road, and make a sharp left at the “Lake Eaton Campground” sign.
At the corner of NE 171 Ave Rd and NE 61st Street Rd, continue straight ahead through the recreation area gates. The campground gates are on the right.