National Park
Big Cypress Backcountry Dispersed
Big Cypress National Preserve · Ochopee, FL
Operating window: Nov 1 – Apr 30 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling
Verify with the National Park Service
NPS publishes current conditions, alerts, and reservation availability on the park website. Site counts and hours can change without notice — confirm before traveling.
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Managing agency
- Big Cypress National Preserve — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
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- Address:Ochopee, FL
About
Free dispersed backcountry camping anywhere in Big Cypress National Preserve south of I-75. Subtropical swamp, prairie, and hardwood hammock ecosystem. Tents must be pitched at least half a mile from roads and developed areas. Free permit required.
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Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
In this park
Trails at Big Cypress National Preserve
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Big Cypress Backcountry Dispersed
Loop Road Scenic Drive (County Road 94)
Florida
Difficulty: Easy43.0 mi2,438 ftelevation gain
Trail
Kirby Storter Roadside Park
Florida
Difficulty: Easy0.8 mi72 ftelevation gain
Trail
Gator Hook Trail
Florida
Difficulty: Easy4.7 mi72 ftelevation gain
Trail
Turner Road, Wagon Wheel Road, and Birdon Road Scenic Drive Loop
Florida
Difficulty: Easy20.0 mi1,060 ftelevation gain
Trail
Turner River and Halfway Creek Canoe Trails
Florida
Difficulty: Moderate23.8 mi1,152 ftelevation gain
Trail
Fire Prairie Trail
Florida
Difficulty: Moderate4.5 mi394 ftelevation gain
Trail
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Florida hunting page
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