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Storm Update – Park and Overnight Accommodations Closed 

Effective Sept. 24, 2024: To help ensure the safety of visitors and staff, the park and any associated overnight accommodations are closed due to Tropical Storm Helene. The Florida State Parks reservation team will email guests with affected reservations to make alternate arrangements or issue refunds. The park and its overnight accommodations will reopen as soon as conditions allow. Please visit our Storm Updates page for more information.

CAMPGROUND CLOSURE

Effective July 1, 2024: The campground at Ochlockonee River State Park will be closed for a paving project. When the project is complete, reservations will open. 

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Ochlockonee River State Park

Ochlockonee River State Park

Experience a wild Florida river and one of the best-preserved longleaf pine forests in the world

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$4 per vehicle

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Location

429 State Park Road
Sopchoppy FL 32358

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Contact Info

850-962-2771

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Welcome to Ochlockonee River State Park

Time stands still on the banks of the Ochlockonee River, where you can find the Real Florida.

Ecological restoration at Ochlockonee River State Park has successfully preserved the beautiful longleaf pine forests that once covered much of the state. 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 sandhill.

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.

Picnic facilities and a swimming area are located near the scenic point where the Ochlockonee and Dead rivers intersect.


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Plan Your Visit

PM Kristin Ebersol standing behind a giant off road dumptruck used for beach clean up
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Manager's Message

Summer at Ochlockonee River State Park is a time of connection, adventure, and exploration.
Visitors paddling down the Ochlockonee River.
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Paddling at Ochlockonee River

One of the best ways to explore our many rivers, streams, creeks and coastline is up close and personal in a kayak, canoe or paddleboard.
fishing, water, boating
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Boating & Fishing at Ochlockonee River

Ochlockonee River State Park is considered an excellent location for boating and fishing. Bring the family for an afternoon of tubing or skiing or just exploring the Ochlockonee River.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Boating
Boating
Camping
Camping
Camping, Primitive Group
Camping, Primitive Group
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Swimming
Swimming
Tours
Tours
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Boat Ramp
Boat Ramp
Campfire Circles
Campfire Circles
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Meetings and Retreats
Meetings and Retreats
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Shower Station
Shower Station
Water Fountain
Water Fountain
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible

Ochlockonee River State Park Photo Gallery

Ochlockonee River Piebald Doe
Girl wades at waters edge in ankle deep water.
Woman paddles through water so calm it is reflecting the clouds and sky.
Ochlockonee River Sunset
Tear drop camper set up under pop up tent next to motorcycle.
Two whitetail deer nose to nose in front of wooden fence.
View through the woods of towering pine trees and palmettos in the under story.
Sky, river
wildlife, animals
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Wildlife Viewing at Ochlockonee River

Wildlife viewing is one Ochlockonee River State Park's greatest draws. The trails in the park allow visitors to explore and see the diverse wildlife including a few endangered species.
A large gopher tortoise.
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Designated Species Protection

A priority at Ochlockonee River State Park is the protection of designated animal and plant species.

People Make the Parks

Jonah Snelling and Kimberly Roddenberry

Staff Spotlight: 2020 Lifesaver Award

Jonah Snelling and Kimberly Roddenberry have received the 2020 Lifesaver Award.
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Volunteer Spotlight

For Bill, volunteering in Florida state parks is a perfect blend of his love of the outdoors and willingness to help out wherever needed.
Florida State Parks Foundation

Florida State Parks Foundation

Friends Groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

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