Wilderness camping is a new phenomenon in Georgia, although some have been doing it for years. Rather than hitching up at a primitive site, or a waterpark campground with amenities galore, we have a natural area where you can spend the night completely undisturbed, surrounded by Georgia nature. Grab the whole family because this top Georgia camping spot is one they will not want to miss.
Imagine camping in the middle of the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge with nothing but nature surrounding you and stars above you.
This is what it is like when you take part in the wilderness camping adventure through one of Georgia’s coolest swamp preserves.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge has seven platforms throughout the expanse of the preserve that are offered up for wilderness campers.
These platforms can fit quite a few tents, so make sure to grab a group of friends to enjoy the wilderness with!
There are only two things that you will need to get to your camping dock—a canoe or kayak and a Wilderness Camping Permit.
Navigate your way through the largest intact blackwater swamp in North America, along the expanse of mapped waterways.
You never know what you’ll come across along the way…
But imagine having your own little slice of heaven right in the middle of nowhere.
Campers are advised to bring whatever they need on their wilderness expedition, because the resources will be limited once out in the swamp.
But get ready for unobstructed views of Georgia nature that you won't find anywhere else.
This is one Georgia paddling and camping trip that will immediately become a highlight of your year.
Ready to plan the summer trip of a lifetime? Reservations must be made in advance to take part in the Okefenokee Wilderness Camping, and permits must be purchased in order to participate. To find all the rules and reservation information, visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services website. You can also check out the Facebook Page for more photos of the preserve!
To find the address of the preserve entrance, see below:
2700 Suwannee Canal Rd, Folkston, GA, 31537-7906
Have you ever participated in the Wilderness Camping at Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia? Share with us your experience in the comments section!
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