Whether you’re admiring the Mammoth Oak at the park’s entrance, watching wildlife along the nature trail, enjoying a picnic in our peaceful picnic area or canoeing along the scenic river, you can relax and enjoy a shady respite from the busy working world.
The Setting
520 acres of wetlands and uplands
5th largest Live Oak tree in Florida reaching an admirable 10’ in diameter
One of seven lakes in the Harris Chain of Lakes with access to the St. John’s River
Lake Griffin benefits from the wildlife an expansive marsh lands provides
Anglers will find plenty of largemouth bass, bluegill, speckled perch (crappie), and catfish
½ mile nature trail full of wildlife, plants and sounds of nature
The Facility
40 shaded and well-buffered RV and tent campsites available including seven pull-through sites
Electric, water, laundry facilities, a hot-water bathhouse, and dump station available to all campers
Each site has a fire ring and picnic table
Covered pavilion available to rent for reunions, company picnics, birthday parties and general use
Playground located in picnic area
Boat ramp and dock for our visitors to utilize
Canoe rentals are available year round
Restrooms located in picnic area for day-use
Park Features
Over 500 acres of wetlands and uplands with lake access
5th largest Live Oak tree in Florida located near park entrance
Picnic area shaded by oak trees
Playground available
Alligators, otters, bobcats, rabbits, raccoons, turkeys, snakes and marsh rats call our park home.
Cattle egrets, limpkins, anhingas, herons and hawks share the area with purple gallinules, coots, and kingfishers
Lake Griffin also offers the Bedtime Story Camper Lending Library of picture books for campers aged four to nine.
There is a limit of two vehicles per site, but additional parking is available.
Camping Tips
Bring a camera, sunscreen, bug spray, and hiking shoes
Playground located in picnic area near trail head
Firewood can be purchased at ranger station
Park souvenirs and t-shirts can be purchased at ranger station
Canoe rentals available with life vests and paddles
Don’t forget to pick up our Read with Smoky Bear backpack and story books for the children
Junior Ranger program available to visitors and campers
Address
Lake Griffin State Park
3089 US Hwy 441/27
Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Phone: (352) 360-6760
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