Bear Island Campground
Sold out? Sites at Bear Island Campground open up when campers cancel.
Campsite Tonight watches Recreation.gov 24/7 and adds an open site to your cart automatically — you just check out.
About Bear Island Campground
Bear Island Campground is a national park campground at Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Big Cypress National Preserve around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.
Bear Island Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 112 reviews.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 225 · 2024: 249 · 2025: 316
Location
Address
Ochopee , Florida
Coordinates
0.0000, 0.0000
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •January sees 316 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Joe Thompson Cabin
Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
Cowlington Point
Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Pool
Knightville Dam
Knightville Dam
Brush Creek Public Use Area
Keystone Lake
School Creek Camground
Milford Lake
/1781309051176.jpg)
Lower Hermosa (CO)
San Juan National Forest
Photos
Bear Island Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Bear Island Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Bear Island Campground?
January typically sees the highest reservation activity at Bear Island Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Bear Island Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 489 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Bear Island Campground, with availability on 14 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Bear Island Campground located?
Bear Island Campground is located in Big Cypress National Preserve, near Ochopee , Florida.
Track Availability at Bear Island Campground
Get instant notifications when campsites become available at Bear Island Campground. Never miss a cancellation again.
Available on iOS and Android