About this campground
This is a primitive campground, which contains nine campsites. No water. Vault toilets are available. This campground is accessible only by permitted off-road vehicles, biking or hiking.
Getting there
Gator Head can be accessed by off-road vehicle, hiking or biking. Backcountry permits are required for all, off-road vehicle permits are required for off-road vehicles.
Contact
(239) 695-4111
Directions
Open in Google Maps →Nearby federal campgrounds
- Gator Head CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve0 mi
- Pink JeepBig Cypress National Preserve2 mi
- Pink Jeep CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve21 mi
- Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor CenterBig Cypress National Preserve23 mi
- Burns Lake CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve24 mi
- Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)Everglades National Park27 mi
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