Buck Lake Group Campground Introduce
Buck Lake Group Campground offers an ideal destination for those seeking a group camping experience in a pristine natural setting. Located in Umatilla, Florida, this campground provides a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and relaxation, making it a favorite among nature lovers and groups looking for a unique retreat.
Nestled within the National Forest, Buck Lake Campground features direct lake access, offering kayaking and fishing opportunities. The property boasts a mile-and-a-half trail around the lake, ideal for hiking and enjoying the serene surroundings. While primitive camping is available with amenities like fire rings, grills, and a water pump, it's essential to note that there are no running watersites.
With a maximum capacity of 50 people, this campground is perfect for group trips or family gatherings. Visitors can bring their tiny campers, hammocks, or tents, creating a versatile camping experience. The large fire ring accommodates big groups, making it an excellent spot for evening bonfires and storytelling.
- Direct lake access with kayaking and fishing opportunities
- 1-mile trail around the lake for hiking
- Primitive camping with outhouse-style bathrooms
- Fire ring and grills available on-site
- Tiny camper, hammock, and tent-friendly
Campers have praised the beauty of the grounds and the peaceful atmosphere, though some suggest bringing a portable toilet for convenience. Overall, Buck Lake Group Campground provides an authentic outdoor experience that appeals to those seeking a connection with nature.
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Customer Reviews
We have been coming year after year for a group trip and love it! If you do not mind primitive camping it is awesome! It does have a outhouse type of bathroom with NO running water. The grounds are beautiful with a big lake greak for kayaking and a nice mile and a half trail going around the lake. Do be careful, we did see a small gator in the lake! Not a surprise for Florida. It has a very large fire ring to fit a large group. Also has a few grills and water pump. Maximum capacity for this place is 50 people. We bring our tiny camper. Others in the group hammock or even tent camp. If you liked my review please like. Thanks much! Marlene ... Aka #AtlasJeeper
It was great having a private camp site that holds up to 50 people. Lake front and caught some catfish. I may suggest to bring your own portable toilet since the closest bathroom was a good few min walk. The only downfall was the hunting dogs that took a diarrhea all over our camp site... the dogs must've crossed over from another section of the forest.
Off the beaten path w/a lake and I believe roughly $175 for entire weekend. I did hear people running dogs(hunting)on other side of lake and lots of rabbits like to wonder into your campsite
I love this campground. Only downfall is there are no bathrooms, just an outhouse. But overall I love going here. It's peaceful and the lake is beautiful to wake up to.
We went Jan 1st of 2022 and it was fabulous! Gentle breeze from the forest, beautiful weather, clear skies, great and secluded time with your group. More than enough space to sprawl out. Clean and a lot of picnic tables. A must! Juniper Springs is 22 min away as well. Prepare your own portable toilet, if you don't want to walk several hundred feet to the outpost bathroom. Bring your own portable batteries/solar. Primitive style. We saw some hunting dogs in the area, but they were friendly. It was kind of awkward, but understandable!
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