Wright Lake Campground
Wright Lake is located approximately 25 miles from the Gulf of Mexico in an area known as the Forgotten Coast. Wright Lake and nearby Hickory Landing provide easy access to the Apalachicola River, known for its sport fishing, boating and paddling. You will never run out of things to do!
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Site mix
| RV, no hookups | 19 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
19 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 003 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 004 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 005 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 006 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 008 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 009 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 010 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 011 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | 5 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground includes 1 electric(host) and 18 nonelectric campsites with picnic tables, grills, tent pads and fire rings. The recreation area is fairly level and easily accessible. The comfort station has flush toilets and warm showers.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | National Forests in Florida |
| Booking | Seven sites can be reserved in advanced at Recreation.gov |
| Fees | No fees for day use. All other fees are listed on the Recreation.gov website. |
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Getting there
From the intersection of CR 379 and SR 65 in Sumatra, drive south on SR 65 for 2.5 miles. Turn right onto FR 101 (Wright Lake Rd) and follow it west for 1.5 miles to the Wright Lake Recreation Area entrance on the right. Turn right and follow the entrance road up to the kiosk.
| Nearest town | Bristol, Florida |
| Coordinates | 29.9994° N, 85.0018° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Refunds can not be processed on site.
Fire nearby
- WildfireIao
2 mi from the campground · 260 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Wewa Outdoors and Pawn ↗ | 13.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Connections ↗ | 37.7 mi |
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Wright Lake Campground, Apalachicola National Forest in FL
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWright Lake Loop North0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 0.1 miWright Lake Loop South0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 0.1 miWright Lake4.3 mi trail · hiking
- 4.1 miWiregrass-Genetian0.9 mi trail · hiking
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside National Forests in Florida.
- inNational Forests in Florida ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,423,183 acres
- 6.6 miMud Swamp/New River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,075 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
You will find peace and quiet on a ridge in the Apalachicola Savannahs. The longleaf pine dominates this open landscape where wiregrass, or sometimes palmetto, covers the forest floor. Swamps and savannahs are commonly interspersed with the longleaf community.
Recreation
Wright Lake is a quiet scenic lakefront recreation area that offers a host of amenities and activities for campers and day-trippers. The area around the clear, spring-fed lake offers both a day-use area for swimming, picnicking, and hiking, and a campground in a beautiful forest setting along one portion of the lakeshore. It is perfect for fishing and boating. The campground bathhouse includes flush toilets and hot showers. Picnic tables and grills are scattered among trees with views of the lake. Hikers can enjoy a 4.6-mile trail that winds through several different ecosystems in the area, and there is a short 0.2 mile loop that circles the lake. Nearby Hickory Landing offers boating access to Owl Creek and the Apalachicola River.
Nearby
The Apalachee Savannahs Scenic Byway is part of a nationwide program to provide viewing opportunities of well-managed and pleasing forest landscapes. This scenic drive is an excellent way to see the forest, as it showcases grassy, open savannahs sporting the most diverse collection of wildflowers in Florida's Panhandle. Nearby, historic Prospect Bluff played an important role in Florida history. Located along the Apalachicola River, this interpretive area offers detailed information about the site and its history along with trails, river access, and a picnic area. Detailed interpretive information in the form of kiosks and signage lead you through the site of both forts and the cemetery where the victims from 1816 are buried.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Wright Lake Campground?
Sites at Wright Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Seven sites can be reserved in advanced at Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Wright Lake Campground?
No fees for day use. All other fees are listed on the Recreation.gov website.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Wright Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Wright Lake Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Wright Lake Campground have?
20 sites, including 19 RV sites without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Wright Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 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 Wright Lake Campground have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Wright Lake Campground?
The comfort station has flush toilets and warm showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Wright Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Wright Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Wright Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Wright Lake Campground?
Wright Lake is a quiet scenic lakefront recreation area that offers a host of amenities and activities for campers and day-trippers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Wright Lake Campground?
Bristol, Florida. The Apalachee Savannahs Scenic Byway is part of a nationwide program to provide viewing opportunities of well-managed and pleasing forest landscapes.
Source: Getting there