1 lodging site · 4 Vehicle/Tent sites · 1 Caravan site · 1 tent site
Full RV hookups
Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at select sites.
Jay and Suzette is a Star Host
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Romantic
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at some sites.
Wooded, FHU, tent and Glamping Sites! - Welcome to Gateway Trails! Our site offers a place to stay as a gateway to Destin, Okaloosa Island, Pensacola Beaches and waterways, or to the expansive local activities in the Blackwater State Forest and surrounding rivers, including hiking, hunting, canoeing, and kayaking!
We have: 3 FHU Sites - Water, electric, and Sewer at each site. (One 50 AMP + Two 30 AMP sites); Boondocking Site, Primitive Site, and Glamping in our refurbished 2003 Dutchman Camper.
The site is on fully fenced in 14 acres. The campsites are behind a natural barrier of trees that offer privacy. Though we are a peaceful setting, there are neighbors beyond the fence and you may hear donkeys braying, roosters crowing, cows mooting, or dogs sounding off to deer moving around in the woods of the state forest. There are well maintained walking/biking/hiking trails are on the property, with many shaded sections. Porta potty on site for our tent campers and boondockers, but coming soon - a bathroom house w/ flush toilet!
Our Sites: Red Oak Nook has 50 AMP power and we have an available converter from 50 AMP to 30 AMP. Go Bull's Landing and Long Leaf Landing both have a 30 AMP power hookup.
We also offer Cozy Camper at Long Leaf Landing for an amazing "glamping" experience with A/C, microwave, refrigerator, and RV bathroom & shower! We also have a primitive site and Boondocking site.
A large spacious boondocking/tent site and a walk in primitive site!
Something for everyone!
We are pet friendly! Though pets need to be on a leash outside of your site.
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Check out below how far we are from some area Points of Interests!
*3 miles to Baker or Holt, Fl for grocery, restaurants, dollar generals
*7 min drive from I-10 Holt Exit (Exit 45)
*1.9 miles to Bone Creek Recreation Area
*5 miles to secluded Blackwater River access point (this route does require dirt road rough terrain access).
*2.0 Miles to South Laurel Farms Florida Wedding Venue
*40 Miles to Destin via Mid-Bay bridge
*35 Miles to Pensacola, Fl
*50 Miles to Pensacola Beach, Fl
*Not far from Hwy 189 South as you travel to Destin, Florida from Alabama
*And if you are coming from Texas, Louisiana, or North Georgia & Alabama we are a great ½ point to Walt Disney World or Tampa!
Campsite visitors consistently praise the helpfulness and friendliness of the hosts, Jay and Suzette, making them feel welcomed and cared for. The site is described as quiet, clean, and private, with spacious spots that provide ample room for relaxation and activities, including well-maintained walking trails. Some guests mentioned occasional noises from animals and nearby music, but it seems to be a rare occurrence. Overall, the campsite offers a peaceful, nature-rich environment that many guests plan to revisit.
This is a beautiful, private campsite. I love waking up to the roosters, trees and solitude. The walk in is very short and well worth it. Hosts are kind. Highly recommend this place.
Nice location set back in the trees. Jay was friendly and helpful. Not much road noise, very quiet except for birds, occasional rooster crowing and donkey braying. Good birding with a lot of native plants and transitional habitat.
This is a very nice and private campsite. You don't have have to walk far at all to get there and it is the only campsite on the trail. Quiet and peaceful.
It's a Wonderful place. The hosts are phenomenal. anybody looking for a place to stay? stay there! It's easy to find and they take great care of you . The property is very welcoming. Thank you for letting us stay!!!.
Everything went very well they were incredibly helpful as when I arrived I have power issues on my trailer and there very helpful in resolving. They were very helpful and understanding with my bad mood and stress that day. This camp site will definitely be added to my rotation as I camp often. Highly recommend
Location
Holt, Okaloosa, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mvskoke (Muscogee) and Pensacola First Nations according to
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