Burns Lake Campground

Campground · Florida · 14 bookable sites ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Big Cypress National Preserve (National Preserve) · Open Access

14
Bookable sites
50 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
14
Accessible sites
3 ft
Elevation
Lake View
Photo: BICY · Recreation.gov

Overview

Burns Lake Campground offers lake views from every campsite. Offering direct backcountry access, this campground is the ideal place for hunters and off-road vehicle enthusiasts.

Recreation

Burns Lake offers a great access point for your permitted off-road vehicle. Campers can enjoy fishing in the lake and surrounding areas with the appropriate licensure. Just far enough from any major highway, this campground offers countless wildlife viewing opportunities.

Facilities

This campground offers a picnic day use area, vault toilets, and an off-road vehicle parking lot and access point. No fresh water is available.

Natural Features

Surrounded by towering pine trees and wrapping around a lake, this campground allows you to feel like you are getting away while still being close enough to modern conveniences.

Nearby Attractions

Campers can enjoy local sight-seeing attractions such as airboat and swamp buggy tours, museums, art galleries, and boardwalks. This campground is located close to multiple national and state parks.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (239) 631-9988.

The facts

  • 14 bookable sites
  • 14 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 50 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: RV NONELECTRIC, Tent Only NonElectric

Site types

  • 8 RV Nonelectric
  • 6 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

14 campsites at Burns Lake Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeWaterMax rigPeople
03RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
04RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
05RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
06RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
07RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
08RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
09RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
10RV NONELECTRICRv NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightLakefront50 ft6♿ 🐾
11Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾
12Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾
13Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾
14Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾
15Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾
16Tent Only NonElectricTent Only NonelectricParallelGravelSlightLakefront—6♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 67).

From Miami: Follow US HWY 41 west until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 67)

25.88389, -81.21889 · 25°53'2.0"N 81°13'8.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 93°F in Aug, down to 77°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F778183879091939391878380
Low °F535657626672757575706257
Precip in1.72.12.32.63.711.77.47.79.13.81.41.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Burns Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Burns Lake Campground?
Yes, Burns Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Burns Lake Campground have?
14 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Burns Lake Campground?
50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Burns Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Burns Lake Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Burns Lake Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Burns Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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