Ortona South
Ortona South is a perfect campground for a quiet, sunny escape to South Florida. The campground is set along the Caloosahatchie River.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 51 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
52 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 12, 25, 47, S01 are listed accessible |
All campsites have concrete pads, electric, 30 amp and 50 amp, water hookups, a fire ring and grill, and a covererd picnic table. Other amenities include a sanitary dump station, restrooms with showers, dumpsters, Wifi (near west end restroom only), and a picnic pavilion for campers only. Day use visitors are allowed on site for fishing. The Ortona North Day Use Area has a boat launch and is a 25 minute drive by way of the Town of LaBelle. LaBelle is the nearest town and has stores, restaurants, etc. Laundry Facilities are not currently available on site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From LaBelle, Florida, travel SR 80 8 mi east to Dalton Lane. Turn north on Dalton Lane and follow the road into the campground.
| Nearest town | Moore Haven, Florida |
| Coordinates | 26.7872° N, 81.3086° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSea Ce 8 Rx 1013
24 mi from the campground · 2 acres
- PrescribedSet Cpi 6 Rx 1015
38 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Trading Post ↗ | 32.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 39.4 mi |
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Natural features
The campground's terrain is flat and lined with tropical greenery, including the Sabal Palm, the state tree of Florida. The Caloosahatchee River to your north and picturesque pastures to your south.
Recreation
Activities here are focused on simple, relaxing pleasures like fishing and strolling the grounds. If you walk across the dam in between 7AM and 4 PM, the road on the north side of the river provides a great place for walking and bicycling. Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Tilapia are the most commonly caught fish at the large wooden pier at the campground. Snook are commonly caught at the small north end pier which is also accessible by walking across the dam from 7AM to 4PM. Several large bird species frequent the area if you are a Bird Watcher.
Nearby
Head west to LaBelle, Florida, where an annual Swamp Cabbage Festival is held the last weekend of each February. Or travel east to hike or bike along the Herbert Hoover Dike, part of Lake Okeechobee, and part of the 1,400-mile long Florida National Scenic Trail.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ortona South?
Sites at Ortona South are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ortona South?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Ortona South have?
52 sites, including 51 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ortona South?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Ortona South have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Ortona South?
Other amenities include a sanitary dump station, restrooms with showers, dumpsters, Wifi (near west end restroom only), and a picnic pavilion for campers only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ortona South?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ortona South. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ortona South?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Ortona South?
Sites 12, 25, 47, and S01 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Ortona South?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Ortona South?
Activities here are focused on simple, relaxing pleasures like fishing and strolling the grounds. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ortona South?
Moore Haven, Florida. Head west to LaBelle, Florida, where an annual Swamp Cabbage Festival is held the last weekend of each February.
Source: Getting there