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Hopkins Prairie Campground quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Hopkins Prairie Campground for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 20 sites.
Location: National Forests in Florida.

As of November 2026, Hopkins Prairie Campground is a campground in National Forests in Florida with 20 campsites. Hopkins Prairie Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hopkins Prairie Campground is located at 29.2696° N, 81.6867° W.

people allowed on each site: 5

Hopkins Prairie Campground reservations and next available dates

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The calendar above shows which nights are open at Hopkins Prairie Campground and which are sold out.

Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Hopkins Prairie Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Hopkins Prairie Campground

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Standard 20

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
boat ramp

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife.

All sites at Hopkins Prairie Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Hopkins Prairie loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
02	Standard	5
03	Standard	5
04	Standard	5
05	Standard	5
06	Standard	5
07	Standard	5
08	Standard	5
09	Standard	5
10	Standard	5
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12	Standard	5
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About Hopkins Prairie Campground

Overview

There are only 21 sites at Hopkins Prairie. All are well-shaded in an oak hammock on a peninsula surrounded by the prairie, where cool breezes blow in when there is a little water in the prairie.

Recreation

Depending on water levels in the prairie, you may be able to launch your canoe or jon boat to drift across the deeper spots in this vast ecosystem. Boat ramp available - $3 per vessel launch fee
Hopkins Prairie is a designated camping area with minimal facilities, open seasonally.
The vast expanse of Hopkins Prairie has ponds and shallows. Depending on water levels, it may be possible to fish from the bank or launch a canoe or jon boat to access the deeper areas.
With a year-round trailhead providing access to the Florida Trail, Hopkins Prairie is a popular destination for day hikers to wander off in either direction along the trail, or complete a section down to the Pat's Island Trailhead or Juniper Springs.
Hopkins Prairie is an excellent destination for birding, since the interface between open prairie and scrub forest is usually busy with songbirds, while wading birds pick through the ponds. Even when the campground is closed, you can meander from the Hopkins Prairie Trailhead along the Florida Trail to enjoy birding. It's also a perfect spot where you can peer out from the shade of an oak scrub forest beneath gnarled limbs to an expanse of grasslands shimmering in the sun.

Facilities

Vault Toilets
21 Sites
Water Available via Hand Pump
Boat ramp

Natural Features

An island of shade amid a broad, winding grassland, the Hopkins Prairie Campground is a seasonal destination for campers looking to get a bit off the beaten path. It sits right along the Florida Trail and offers opportunities for fishing and birding along miles of prairie shoreline.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation.

https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

Refunds are not given for inclement weather for camping, gear rentals, or day-use fees.

Rules and notices at Hopkins Prairie Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Hopkins Prairie Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Reservations are required. If there is availability, you can book same-day.

Campers can check in at 2:00 pm must check out by 11:00 am. We do not accommodate early check-ins or late check-outs. If you arrive early, you will be required to pay the per person admission fee to access the site. If you remain after checkout, you will be assessed a late fee for occupying the site or will be required to pay the per person fee to access the swimming and picnic area.

Campground gate is closed and locked from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. (March - Oct) and 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. (Oct - March).

Each campsite can hold a MAXIMUM of 2 tents, 2 vehilces and 5 campers

Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Generators are not allowed to run during quiet hours.

No off-road vehicles allowed within the campground

Bears and raccoons frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Failure to comply with this regulation can result in immediate ejection from campground without refund.

Dogs are allowed in campground only and must be leashed and supervised at all times.

Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

As per Forestry Department regulations, fines will result from the following infractions:

- Leaving unattended coolers and food. These items must be in bear boxes or fully shut vehicles

- Leaving burning or smoldering fires when exiting campsite.

- Improperly parked vehicles

No refunds due to weather.

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Hopkins Prairie Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Hopkins Prairie Campground?

Campsites at Hopkins Prairie Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Hopkins Prairie Campground?

Campgrounds near Hopkins Prairie Campground include Juniper Springs Rec Area, Salt Springs Recreation Area, Mill Dam Group Camp, Lake Eaton Campground and Buck Lake Group Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hopkins Prairie Campground?

Hopkins Prairie Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 20 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hopkins Prairie Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hopkins Prairie Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Hopkins Prairie Campground have?

Hopkins Prairie Campground has 20 campsites.