Lake Talquin State Forest

Category: State park

Address: Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA

Phone: +18506815950

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Happytraveller C

Jul 9, 2022

There’s no water here in the adress just leads to a dirt path. We saw some deer it was adorable. But it’s all just dirt road come with that in mind.

Amanda E

Apr 5, 2022

Basic campground. Vault/pit toilets. No water, no electricity. Quiet and peaceful during my stay. Great views from the fishing pier. Lots of squirrels scurrying about. Picnic table and fire pit at each campsite. Raised parking pad with gravel. You will have to maneuver a well maintained 2.6 mile dirt road in order to access this campground. It became a bit muddy and precarious when it rained but they brought in heavy equipment to level it back out. Rangers come around periodically to clean the bathroom and empty the trash cans. There are no large dumpsters at this location so use small bags when discarding garbage. There's also a small boat ramp for those interested.

Rajesh Thomas

Sep 12, 2020

Good trails & lots of wildlife. I saw some deers today. However, it's a bit confusing and convoluted for a first-timer.

Frankie S

Mar 5, 2019

Fort Braden Trails are amazing! Moderate difficulty long trails that lead through streams to the edge of Lake Talquin. Saw several Ospreys, Hawks, Falcons and a Bald Eagle. Also spotted water snakes and alligators.

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Questions & Answers

Can you put a tent up?

Nora Marie Gilbert | May 31, 2019
Chris Kennedy | Jun 1, 2019

Yuppers.

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Any trails suitable for biking there?

T. Allan Lugviel | May 31, 2019
Chris Kennedy | Jun 1, 2019

St.marks rail to trail has great bike tracks

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Are pets allowed? Do they have a nearby town with stores and stuff?

Mystery Rose | May 30, 2020
Victoria Frazier | May 31, 2020

Yes leashed pets are allowed. Yes the campground at lake talquin in in Midway a small town n outside if Tallahassee fl

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Is there a place for swimming?

Jane Marie | May 31, 2019
Samuel Clemenstine | Jun 1, 2019

There is not a designated swimming area at the lake.

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Is there a fee to camp, is it patrolled, is it open year round 24 hrs a day, and will I get in trouble campi g in my car for the night? Travelling through and don't own a tent lol thank you for any help

Kallee W. | May 30, 2020
Bill Kuczenski | May 31, 2020

It's a large place with different sites. There is a free parking lot that leads to foot trails that I've seen cars park over night.

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Are houseboats allowed on Lake Talquin?What are the requirements?

Earl Henslick | May 30, 2020
Bill Kuczenski | May 31, 2020

I live on the lake. Houseboats are allowed. The only requirements are the usual....life vests for each person, etc. My neighbor runs Ingrams Marina, where you can launch. Feel free to call with any questions. 8503269494

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Any Fishing, Brakish or freash water?

E. Clay Richards | May 30, 2020
Dawn Avirom | May 31, 2020

Fishing everywhere on Lake Talquin it is fresh water.All roads to right on Hwy 20 past school lead to lake

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Do you allow pig hunting year round due to their exploding population?

Harlow Wright Nicoll | May 31, 2019
Andrew Hunter | Jun 1, 2019

No, part of the lake is private land and part is management area. You will need to check the WMA rules and regulations

How about a hammock tent

rand gray | May 31, 2019
Jacob Price | Jun 1, 2019

Not sure what that means but yes there are plenty of trees I'm sure you can find a suitable spot for a hammock...it is a beautiful place enjoy your time there 👍

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Is this a place for tent camping?, if so what are the rates? And is there power and hot showers for tent campers?

John Hall | May 31, 2018
Ken Johnson | Jun 1, 2018

There are camp sites at the boat ramps some with camp host and showers not sure about rates

Am I able to set up a tent and camp there for a day? And if so does it how much does it cost per day or per person?

maximilian mini | Dec 31, 2021
Marden McClamma | Jan 1, 2022

No camping is allowed... Your can look up the rules at myfwc.com

Is it safe to stop for an overnight stay? Would we get in trouble for arriving after sunset?Thank you.

Johanna del Busto | May 30, 2020
Mary Green | May 31, 2020

Never been there after sunset, sorry I can't help you in this matter.

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Can you bring animals

Wendy Fiallos | May 30, 2020
Edward Schlosser | May 31, 2020

Yes, not sure where your from, we always rent a home through vrbo etc.. our lab is A Michigan doggie.. we bought a wireless fence system.. he goes everywhere with us.. once trained he wont cross line. These are very simple portable, adjustable, Remember northern dogs can get into big trouble with local wildlife here. Be careful where u let fido sniff..

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Is there any cabin camping

Diana Elsesser | May 30, 2020
E McC | May 31, 2020

no, not at Geddie Rd

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can you make a campfire?

Jack Roper (Jackeronie) | May 30, 2020
Charles Martin | May 31, 2020

I'm not sure, but they do have a campground site

Is pets allowed for over night camping?

Kay Whitley | May 31, 2018
Jason T. Aho | Jun 1, 2018

Yes

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Who owned the land before the State of Florida purchased it?

Nancy Calhoun | May 31, 2018
Ron Sumler | Jun 1, 2018

The indians

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