Florida Panhandle ocean front camping
After leaving New Orleans we want to spend a few days at a nice campground in the panhandle of Florida. Would like something ocean front and close to beaches. Any thoughts?
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Ho-Hum RV Park, east of Carrabelle, is directly on the water and offers some waterfront sites. They have a 250' lighted fishing pier and their beach area is small. However, there are numerous longer beach areas along Hwy 98 that you can pull over, go for a walk, drop a line, or take a dip.
The stretch of Hwy 98 from Mexico Beach, east to St. Marks Lighthouse, is known as the "Forgotten Coast". It's reminiscent of the Florida coastline some 60 years ago. No high-rise condos... just beach houses on stilts and miles of sandy white beaches. You'll pass through numerous small fishing villages. A small working waterfront keeps the local fish houses stocked with fresh seafood. So, the local dives have good food and the locals can get fresh seafood at below supermarket prices. If you hit the season right, you can find some gator tail.
You'll also find roadside stands with fresh fruits and vegetable that are in season. Some will have local gourmet sauces and preserves. The area in renown for Tupelo honey, the gold standard of measurement, the only honey that won't granulate.
If you make it to the eastern boundary, be sure to visit Edward Ball Wakulla Springs SP. It's one of the largest natural springs in the world, a nice relaxing day trip. No Camping. However, you can find FHUs at nearby Myron B. Hodge, a city park on the Sopchoppy River in the town of Sopchoppy, FL. Approx 15 W/E on the river and 15 FHUs along the fence, $15/night. The pace is real slow and the traffic is light.
The stretch of Hwy 98 from Mexico Beach, east to St. Marks Lighthouse, is known as the "Forgotten Coast". It's reminiscent of the Florida coastline some 60 years ago. No high-rise condos... just beach houses on stilts and miles of sandy white beaches. You'll pass through numerous small fishing villages. A small working waterfront keeps the local fish houses stocked with fresh seafood. So, the local dives have good food and the locals can get fresh seafood at below supermarket prices. If you hit the season right, you can find some gator tail.
You'll also find roadside stands with fresh fruits and vegetable that are in season. Some will have local gourmet sauces and preserves. The area in renown for Tupelo honey, the gold standard of measurement, the only honey that won't granulate.
If you make it to the eastern boundary, be sure to visit Edward Ball Wakulla Springs SP. It's one of the largest natural springs in the world, a nice relaxing day trip. No Camping. However, you can find FHUs at nearby Myron B. Hodge, a city park on the Sopchoppy River in the town of Sopchoppy, FL. Approx 15 W/E on the river and 15 FHUs along the fence, $15/night. The pace is real slow and the traffic is light.
