Okefenokee Swamp Camping on Floyd's Island

This is primitive, wilderness camping and paddling at its best. This trip is not recommended for beginners. To come on this outing be sure that you are comfortable paddling your loaded boat for 9 miles against a current all the way with only 1 stopping point to get out for a break. Have a bow line on your kayak. Minnie's Lake platform is the 4 mile lunch stop, then 5 more miles to Floyd's Island.
Yes, there will be alligators in the heart of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Everyone must wear a PFD.
The 2nd day is easier floating out with the current and provides excellent opportunities for picture taking.
The Wildlife Refuge charges $15 per day, per person, non-refundable, this includes your parking permit. A link for payment will be posted later. I suggest waiting until a couple of weeks before the date to have a good idea of the predicted weather.
There is plenty of room on the island for any type of tents/hammocks. There is a portapotty, due to its remote location it can only be serviced by helicopter, which doesn't happen often. **There aren't any trash cans in the swamp. Pack it in - pack it out. **
There is no cell phone reception at the state park; however, there usually is service on the island. The state park has camp sites, kayaks & canoes for rent and a store for basic supplies & souvenirs. Camping is also available nearby at Griffis Fish Camp, if you'd like to come Friday afternoon.
Bring everything you need for camping, to include enough drinking water.
This outing is free to WWALS members, (except for the $15 Wildlife Refuge charge) and $10 a day for non-members. So that's $20 for the two days.
You can pay the $20 at the outing, or online: https://wwals.net/outings
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