Potts Preserve Campground

This is a hidden gem! I did some trail maintenance with FTA this weekend and in addition to clearing about 6 miles of trails, I was able to get some great pictures and kayaked about 3 miles. The owls at night were a hoot 😂! Amazing weekend getaway!

Great spot for camping. Not many people so it’s peaceful and quiet. Saw owls, woodpecker and ibis. There are 15 miles of hiking trails here maintained by the Florida Trail Association. I took the orange blaze trail from the north side of the furthest camping area. It was just mowed and fallen trees cleared as of Jan. 20, 2024.

Just got here today but from what I am seeing so far it's a great free camping space. There are open and shaded areas, more shady than open. Lots of places to wander through the woods. They have Porta Johns and nonpotable water available. There are fire rings and a few picnic tables around.

I love this place more than my own home. My girlfriend and I always book it when we need a weekend away from the city. We put our hammocks up right by the river and just have an amazing time. Highly and I mean highly recommended. And to top it all off, it’s free!!

We love this place. Clean and peaceful. We camp here several times a year.