Catfish Creek, Haines City, FL

South Florida Water Management District

Florida

Free Camping at Lake Hatchineha, FL

Catfish Creek is a free, recreation area, managed by South Florida Water Management District. Dispersed camping is allowed here. It's primarily popular with hikers and horseback riders, and is a great location for kayaks, canoes, and airboats. Much of the dry ground can get soggy during rains and turns into a marsh.

Authority

District Office

Tel: (561) 686-8800

Official campground webpage

Particulars

GPS: 28.0219, -81.4403

Elevation: 69 feet

Reservations: First come, first served

Camping Fee: None

Permit: Special Use License

Max stay: 8 consecutive days, or 30 total days per year

Amenities: None

Submitted by

Admin Staff

Admin Staff

Boondocker's Bible

Camping at Catfish Creek

Special Use License

Camping at all facilities operated by South Florida Water Management District requires a Special Use License which is free. You can get one online here.

Associated Documents

Rules 40E-7.511 to 7.539, Public Access on District Lands, South Florida Water Management District

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