RV camp near Palatka to bike and hike along riverside ravines and nature reserves.
Buckle up to explore thousands of acres of untamed wilderness at any time of year near Palatka. Along the historic St. Johns River, Caravelle Ranch Wildlife Management Area provides hunting and fishing opportunities among its wetlands and pine uplands. A bit further south, Ocala National Forest protects the world’s largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest—hike, bike, snorkel, and canoe across its 380,000+ acres and over 600 lakes, rivers, and springs. Keep a lookout for manatees, rare plants, and migratory birds, as well. Return to the modern comforts of Palatka in RV parks with full water and electricity hookups, hot showers, picnic tables, and barbecue grills. Nearby back-in and pull-through campsites with paved pads allow travel trailers to set up or hit the road for more exploring in minutes. Bring the boat—some RV parks next to the St. Johns River provide convenient beach access or a boat ramp for water activities.