Bear Lake Campground

Bear Lake Campground

11650 Munson Hwy Blackwater State Forest, Milton, FL 32570-9332
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#6 of 8 campgrounds in Milton
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4.5
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4.3
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4.3
Sleep Quality
4.5
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11650 Munson Hwy Blackwater State Forest, Milton, FL 32570-9332
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Mary Jane wrote a review Nov 2021
Jay, Florida
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great place to camp, bike and hike. Didn't catch anything fishing, and didn't see anyone else catch anything in 5 days. LOVED the 6 mile bike trail. Make sure and travel it counterclockwise for lots more declines than inclines, especially near the end, Saw deer, armadillos, herons, osprey, and turtles while there. Great facilities. Check out the wildlife viewing station just inside the front gate to the left in the early morning hours and late afternoon. Major deer trail right in front of the nice, large blind provided. Thanks for the chairs in there. Don't miss the Sweetwater Trail to Lake Krul, starting just across the Bear Lake dam. Half of that trail is a lovely boardwalk along Sweetwater Creek, ending at a beautiful restored grist mill. There is also a sawmill, smokehouse and other historical buildings at Krul. We hadn't camped at Bear Lake in years, but will be back a lot sooner. Wish I had taken more photos. There is very little cell signal at the campground, but got a couple of bars a half mile or so into the bike trail. Don't miss the Blackwater River State Park south of there for another great stay. Close by but totally different.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Steven F wrote a review Mar 2020
Milton, Florida
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nice little park. I went there with the Harley Owners Group for a chapter picnic on my Harley. It was a pretty decent ride. Beautiful surroundings and excellent amenities. The lake was rather small yet added a nice view.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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willski52 wrote a review Dec 2011
Navarre, Florida
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Camped at Bear Lake Dec 28 - Dec 31, 2011. There were about 12-15 RV campers at the campground with a couple tent campers. The tent sites were good with most having water at the sites. There was electricity and water at the RV sites. $20.00 for sites with electricity, 15 for sites without. The latrines have showers and warm water. Pretty clean for a campground latrine. There was a nice trail around the lake, well maintained. Also a trail (1.3 miles) to the Krul rec area that has a man made lake made for swimming only. The first half of the trail to Krul wa through and area that was burned out. The second half was on a wooden walkway with really good scenery.

Two bad things to say about the campground: One is the number of planes and helicopters flying around. Everyday there was a civilian helo flying around most of the day. Also, there were a couple UH-1 Hueys flyi overs. Also, every night there was a low level fly over by a C-130 (probably Eglin or Hurlburt). Also, the campground is close to HWY 4 and you can hear traffic from the highway.

Overall, a pretty decent campground that is convenient to Crestview, Fort Walton, and etc. Warm water and nice latrines were a big plus. But not the most secluded and quite of places.
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Date of stay: December 2011
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4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
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pemsit wrote a review Jan 2009
Pensacola
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Bear Lake Campground Munson, FL
I have stayed at this campground several times and never disappointed.
The Bath house is old but clean with hot showers. Fire Pits and picnic tables are provided at each campsite. Electric and water provided and a dump station on the grounds. Several lakeside campsites as well as several pull through sites but most are back in sites.
There is also a tent camping area.
There is a six mile mountain bike trail and a four mile foot hiking trail around the lake. At the half way mark look for a beaver pond. The lake is stocked with bass, brim and catfish and I have caught a few crappie but very small ones.
Very nice fishing pier and feeding station at the dock and fish cleaning station is provided.

The bears are a neat thing to see and very photographic. Don't worry about the bears as I have seen kids riding on their backs.
The trail around the lake is part of the Florida trails program.
There is a kitchen/pavilion available with reservation and small fee.
You can also hike to Krull (Munson pond) Lake about 1.5 miles one way, great place to swim. No swimming at Bear lake as there are Alligators in the lake.
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Date of stay: October 2008
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Jason wrote a review May 2012
Crestview, Florida
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This was a great place for the family to go and fish. The banks are easy accessible to walk around most of the lake. There is also a nice pier to fish from. The do ask for $2 per person with kids 6 and under free payable to a little drop box honor system for all day fishing and hiking. Overall nice place!
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Date of stay: May 2012
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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ToddnDeb wrote a review Jan 2013
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My wife and I camp here often and absolutely love it. Very nice little lake with lots of fish and very easy access. it has a very nice fishing dock, level camp sites for most any size unit ( ours is a 38' fifth wheel ). Camp host does a fantastic job keeping the facilities ( including the bathroom ) very clean and stocked. he even has deer coming to the back of his camper that your family can enjoy watching. Very nice little camp ground!
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Date of stay: January 2013
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Sandlover1216 wrote a review Jul 2016
Navarre,Fl
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We have been to Bear lake,on a couple of occasions for day trips,and always found it to be peaceful,and beautiful.We decided to go for a four day camping trip with our motor home.They have many great waterfront sites capable of holding most motor homes.There are also several pull thru sites,which also have a great view of the lake.Sites have electric and water hook ups.The rest room and shower facilities are old but clean,and from what I 've been told there are plans to put in new and more modern facilities.The fishing I'm told is good,and there are three trails,a 4 mile around the lake trail,the sweetwater trail to Krull lake about 2 miles.,and a 6 mile around the lake bike trail.All are well marked and kept.Bear lake allows boats with electric motors,and there are canoes to rent for $15 a day.There is no swimming because there might be alligators but we have never seen one,but swimming is available at nearby Krull lake.The best part of the trip were the camp hosts Joe and Gail who were as nice as we've ever met.They had many stories and advice and greeted new campers personally.There is also a large pavillion with professional kitchen for rent for events.If you want a quiet time or like to hike, and fish this is the place to go.
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Amy C wrote a review Oct 2015
5.0 of 5 bubbles
What a great place to stay. Very clean location, very friendly staff. Beautiful lake with wonderful hiking trails activities to do on the lake or just to sit back and enjoy the scenery. Great for a couple get away or a family outing.
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Date of stay: October 2015Trip type: Traveled with family
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prrum007 wrote a review Jul 2019
Tallahassee, Florida
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4.0 of 5 bubbles
My site (#8) had an AWESOME view of the lake! I LOVED waking up every morning & looking out my door/windows & seeing the glistening lake in the forefront! Site was level & asphalted. Some trees/shade. Picnic table & fire ring were included as well. BATHROOMS WERE SPOTLESS!!!! CLEAN & ROOMY (bathroom-shower combo rooms). Ok, her comes the NEGATIVES (why I did not give it a 5th star) #1 WHY ? would you put the electricity box & the water connection on the opposite side of the rig???!!! I would have had to park FACING BACKWARDS from the lake if I wanted to connect my water/electric on my rig! LUCKILY, I had an extra 25’ electrical extension & an extra 10’ water hose so I could park FACING the lake & enjoy the BEAUTIFUL view! #2 - NO CELL CONNECTION whatsoever!!!! Only a miniscule bar from AT&T - that was it! NO TV reception (1 channel) IT RAINED intermittently the w/e I was there so I was remanded to be inside, BUT THE VIEW MADE UP FOR IT! Otherwise- this is a beautiful camping location to take the fishing poles & the canoe/kayak out! Fish WERE caught! The BIKE trail was probably a Level 1, with some nice foliage & fauna to be seen. DID NOT DO THE hiking trail. Maybe next time. OH YES, there will be a 2nd trip to this spot!!! Did I mention the lake view was FANtastic!
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Date of stay: July 2019
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Elizabeth LaJau... K wrote a review Sep 2015
Milton, Florida
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I set out to go hiking at Bear Lake on Sunday, Sept. 27th. We hiked the four mile trail and enjoyed being with nature. It had been a long time since we have gone hiking. This was very enjoyable for us both. Can't wait to return.
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Answer from crimi001
Mesa, Arizona7 contributions7 helpful votes
I don’t recall seeing rental canoes stored at the lake, and I didn’t see anyone canoeing on the lake. There were quite a few fishing boats out, but no canoes. I can’t say with 100% certainty that rental canoes aren’t available. You can call the campground to check at 850-957-6140.
Answer from Sandlover1216
Navarre,Fl37 contributions13 helpful votes
I believe the camping fee ,which is on the honor system,was $28 per night,$14 if you are over 65.
Shan H asked a question May 2016
Foley, Alabama1 contribution
Do you rent boats? Electric or paddle and the prices if so.
Answer from mpw3k .
Milton, Florida
Gasoline boat motors are prohibited from use on Bear Lake; however, use of electric trolling motors is allowed.
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