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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, Georgia

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As of October 2026, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground is a campground in Georgia with 11 campsites. Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground is located at 30.8041° N, 82.3071° W.

people allowed on each site: 20

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (5 sites)Oct 2 (4 sites)

5 sites open on Oct 1 at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 16:06 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Campsites held at once: 1 times
Maximum consecutive stay: 4 consecutive days
Maximum reservations at once: 100 reservations
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive days
Book up to: 2 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground

Standard 11

Amenities

potable water

Things to do: boating, hiking, wildlife.

All sites at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps
Big Water	Big Water	Standard	20
Bluff Lake	Bluff Lake	Standard	20
Buzzard Roost	Buzzard Roost	Standard	20
Canal Run	Canal Run	Standard	20
Cedar Hammock	Cedar Hammock	Standard	20
Coffee Bay	Coffee Bay	Standard	20
Floyds Island	Floyds Island	Standard	20
Maul Hammock	Maul Hammock	Standard	20
Minnies Lake	Minnies Lake	Standard	20
Mixons Hammock	Mixons Hammock	Standard	20
Round Top	Round Top	Standard	20

About Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground

Overview

Slip your canoe or kayak into the blackwater and paddle into a world of moss-draped cypress trees, echoing night sounds, and a rare solitude that exists only deep within the wilderness of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. An Overnight Camping Permit allows overnight camping in the Okefenokee Wilderness on elevated platforms and islands. Online reservations are not available.

You must call the Permit Reservation Line at 912-496-3331 Tuesday to Thursday, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am EST to reserve a campsite.

Visit the refuge’s Camping page before planning your camping trip.

Enter the dates of your trip below to explore possible routes. While this tool is a helpful reference, conditions such as trail closures or impassable routes may affect access to certain overnight sites.

Visit the Library page of our website to view the Okefenokee Wilderness Canoe Guide.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (912) 496-7836 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

The $10.00 reservation fee is non-refundable. Reservations cancelled more than 14 days prior to the entry date will be refunded camping/amenity fees minus a $15.00 cancellation fee. Reservations cancelled within 13 days of the entry date will not be refunded. If the refuge must close for any reason, all guests with affected reservations will be notified immediately and will be issued full refunds, including the $10.00 reservation fee.

Rules and notices at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Trip planning information can be found the Camping page of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge’s website.

All Federal, State, and refuge regulations apply: www.fws.gov/refuge/okefenokee/visit-us/rules-policies

Emergencies: Call 911 and contact Refuge Law Enforcement at 912-313-6955

Departure Time : You must be on the water by 10:00 AM (or 12:00 PM for Cedar Hammock, Coffee Bay, and Mixons Hammock). Individuals who arrive later than this time may be denied permission to begin their trip. No refunds will be issued for late arrivals.

Permit: Each boat must carry a copy of this Camping Permit. You must only camp at the campsite listed on your permit during the dates listed on your permit. The permit holder must be present during the camping trip.

Vessels: Only canoes and kayaks are permitted on camping trips. No motors of any type are authorized. This includes trolling, electric, gas-powered, or other.

Platform Use : Cedar Hammock, Monkey Lake, Coffee Bay, and Bluff Lake serve both day-use and overnight campers—wait until late afternoon to set up camp. You must stay at the designated campsite listed on your permit from sunset to sunrise, unless safety (extreme weather, life threatening circumstances) requires otherwise.

Campfires: Please check the refuge website for campfire restrictions. Campfires are only permitted within the fire rings at Canal Run, Floyds Island, and Mixons Hammock.

Trails: You must stay on marked, designated trails and do not visit campsites that are not included with your permit.

Food : Never feed wildlife. Keep the campsite clean to avoid attracting wildlife. Store food in hard-sided containers and cook away from your tent.

Litter: You must not litter, throw trash into portable toilets, or discard food scraps onto the refuge. Pack out all trash and food scraps when you leave.

Drones: Launching or landing aircraft (including drones) is prohibited.

Alcohol : Entering or remaining on the refuge when under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance is prohibited.

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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground?

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground have?

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit Campground has 11 campsites.

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