Lakeside – Arbuckle Tract
Camping at Lake Wales Ridge State Forest - Arbuckle Tract - Primative Hike In - Lakeside Site
Campsite Location:
Lake Wales Ridge State Forest - Arbuckle Tract - Lakeside Site
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About a 1 1/2 mile hike to the campsite.
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Type of Camping
Type - Primitive Hike In
Price
$8.93 a night plus $6.70 reservation fee and approx 10% state and local taxes
Hook-ups Offered
No hook-ups
Site Ammenities
Fire Ring with grill grate
Picnic Table
Somewhat of a lake view
Pet Friendly
Yes
Alcohol Friendly
Yes
Shade and Vegitation
Lots of shade at the site
Special Notes
Although this is a lakeside site, there is no access to the lake due to vegetation. There is somewhat of a view from the cypress tree area.
Review of Lakeside Campsite in Arbuckle Tract - Lake Wales Ridge State Forest
W edid not stay the night at this loacation but travelled to it during our stay. Located about a mile and a half from the parking location, it is a hike in primitive campsite. No electricity, potable water or toilets. So plan accordingly.
Hiking to the site was mostly in the sun, through scrub. There were some areas of Florida snow (read sugar sand). There were also a couple of areas that were damp and look like they could be under water and flooded during rainy times.
The site is under an Oak canopy with some shade. The far side of the site has a cypress canopy. It has few options for hammock camping but on the oak side has ample room for a tent or two. The site is relatively small though. Despite the name, Lakeside, there is no access to the water because of the vegitation between the campsite and the lake. There is somewhat of a pretty view of the lake from the cypress canopy though.
This site is dog friendly on a leash. We have Verizon cell service and the service was spotty. Calls were okay and internet was slow at times and not available at times.
For more information about hiking in the area visit our page Hiking Arbuckle Tract Lake Wales Ridge State Forest.