Park Summary for Print - Ochlockonee River State Park

The brown-gold river flows alongside the swimming area.

Welcome to Ochlockonee River State Park

This jewel of a park is a great place to get away for a weekend or a weeklong vacation. Picnic facilities and a swimming area are located near the scenic point where the Ochlockonee and Dead rivers intersect. Ochlockonee, which means "yellow waters," is a mix of brackish, tidal surge, and fresh water. Pristine and deep, the river empties into the Gulf of Mexico. Trails allow visitors to explore the park and see the diverse wildlife, including the red-cockaded woodpecker, and natural communities such as pine flatwoods and oak thickets. A boat ramp provides easy access to the river. Both freshwater and saltwater fish inhabit the waters around the park, including largemouth bass, bream, catfish and speckled perch. For overnight visitors, there are full-facility campsites with access to restrooms and showers. Youth group camping is also available.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Ochlockonee River State Park, please call 850-962-2771.

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Hours of Operation

8:00 AM to sunset

Driving Directions

Ochlockonee River State Park is located four miles south of Sopchoppy on U.S. 319.

Park Fees

Admission Fee:

$4.00 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees. Correct change is required. Limit 8 people per vehicle.

$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.

$4.00 Boat Launch Fee.

Camping Fee:

$18.00 per night, plus tax. Includes water and electricity.

Activities at Ochlockonee River State Park

	Bicycling Bike areas are provided
	Boat Ramp A boat ramp is available
	Boating Boating is available
	Campfire Circle Join our camping community around the fire circle
	Fishing The park is considered an excellent location for both canoeing and fishing. Both fresh and saltwater species may be caught, including largemouth bass, bream, catfish and speckled perch in the fresh waters. Redfish and speckled trout are common in the brackish water. A Florida freshwater fishing license is required for all persons 16 years of age or older. A saltwater fishing license is required for the taking of saltwater species. Do you need a Fishing License?
	Full Facility Camping This 392-acre park has 30 campsites with electric and water hookups available for reservation through Reserve America.
	Nature Trails Nature trails are located along the river and throughout the pine forest. During summer months, ranger-guided walks and campfire programs are provided.
	Pet Camping Pets must be confined, leashed (not to exceed six feet in length) or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times. Tethered pets must not be left unattended for more than 30 minutes. Quiet hours must be observed from 11:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Pet owners must pick up after their pets and properly dispose of all pet droppings in trash receptacles. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Any pet that is noisy, dangerous, intimidating or destructive will not be allowed to remain in the park. Non-furbearing pets, such as reptiles, birds, or fish must be confined or under the physical control of the owner. Some animals may be prohibited on park property. Failure to abide by these rules may result in the camper being asked to board the pet outside the park or to leave the campground.
	Picnic Areas Picnic tables are available
	Showers Public showers are provided
	Swimming Swimming is available in designated areas
	Wildlife Viewing Wildlife viewing is possible at this park
	Youth Camping Youth Group camping is available

Special Events for Ochlockonee River State Park

STONE AGE AND PRIMITIVE ARTS FESTIVAL
Date: Friday through Sunday, Feb 12-14, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description: The Department of Environmental Protection’s Ochlockonee River State Park is hosting the Third Annual Stone Age and Primitive Arts Festival. Visitors will experience “hands-on” learning as experts demonstrate techniques used thousands of years ago in day to day life. Visitors will also see projectile point fashioning, also known as flint-knapping, which is the art of chipping stone into tools, bow and arrow construction, basket weaving and early pottery methods. According to archeological research, Ochlockonee River’s rich history of humans interacting with nature goes back 12,000 years.
Fees: Park entrance fee includes access to all events.
Contact: (850) 962-2771