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Green Swamp Wilderness - Hampton Tract

Polk City, Florida

2 visits
3 nights total
First visited Nov 15, 2025

We've stayed here 2 times · Most recently: January 2026 · 2 nights

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About Our Stay

This was our first true "boondocking" experience, and we have visited several times now. This is part of the Florida land management. It is FREE camping, that can be booked through watermatters.org. The spots are huge and give great space for a true dry camping experience.

Route Unwritten Rating

5.0 / 5
Ease of Access5.0
Amenities2.0
Family Friendly4.0
Site & Setting5.0
Kids Rating4.5

Price tier

Budget Find

Typical nightly rate: Under $40/night

Rates vary by dates, site type, season, memberships, taxes and discounts.

Connectivity & Facilities

Starlink Performance4.0 / 5— Very Good

Our Starlink experience during our stay. Performance can vary by site, obstructions, weather and network conditions.

Cell Reception

AT&T4.0 / 5— Very Good
Verizon4.0 / 5— Very Good
Bathhouses2.0 / 5— Below Average

What We Liked

  • True nature. This one is set out in the middle of nowhere
  • Big open campground with huge sites.

What We'd Change / Things to Know

  • ZERO hookups here. This is a clearing in the woods with sites all around.
  • You may have a horse as a neighbor. This is an equestrian campground

Campsite & Hookups

A nice field surrounded by trees. Camp sites have fire rings. Very spread out. No hookups or amenities. There is a bathroom.

Amenities

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Would We Stay Again?

Yes

Our Visit History

We've stayed here 2 times.

January 2026 · 2 nights
November 2025 · 1 night