Catface Corner Campground (Florida Forest Service)

Sanderson, Florida

About

John M. Bethea State Forest is a 37,735-acre State Forest in northern Baker County, Florida, near the Florida-Georgia state line. The forest was acquired by the Florida Forest Service in 2001 and is named in honor of John M. Bethea, a former State Forester. The forest has suffered from catastrophic wildfires, but reforestation activities have recently been completed. The forest is home to various wildlife, including Florida black bears, river otters, and bobcats, and offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and paddling. The forest also features 3 miles of river frontage on the St. Marys River, which provides access for recreation activities. The Florida Forest Service will focus on restoring altered sites to their historical status and managing the natural resources under a multiple-use concept.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites

Local Attractions

• John M. Bethea State Forest
• Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
• Osceola National Forest