Lamont · End of CR-14 off US-98 · State park on the Gulf
Econfina River State Park
Launch a boat or kayak on a wild blackwater river 2.2 miles above the Gulf, walk pine-flatwoods trails and watch for wildlife, all for $2 per vehicle about half an hour west of Perry.
Opens Florida State Parks’ page. Entry is $2 per vehicle at the honor box, so bring exact change.
Details checked October 2026
Type
State park
Boat ramp, river, trails and salt marsh
Admission
$2 per vehicle
Honor box, exact change; or online day pass
Hours
8 a.m.–sunset
Open 365 days a year
Time needed
2–4 hours
Our estimate; longer if you fish or paddle
Parking
Ramp lot
Trailer parking; no published RV limits
Ramp to the Gulf
2.2 miles
From the boat ramp to the Gulf of Mexico
What you’ll see
Wild river, salt marsh and a quiet ramp
A remote state park at the end of CR-14, where the dark Econfina River winds through palms and pines toward the Gulf, with a boat ramp, trails and very few people.
Start here
The river and the ramp
The heart of the park is the boat ramp on the Econfina, a small blackwater river that winds for 43 miles and empties into the Gulf about 2.2 miles below the ramp. Anglers launch here for the shallow coastal flats, and paddlers use it to explore upstream or to join the Big Bend Saltwater Paddling Trail along the coast.
RV tip: the park is about 32 minutes from Rocky’s Campground on US-98. The last 6 miles are on CR-14, a rural road that ends at the park, so it’s an out-and-back drive.
More to see
- Trails through the flatwoodsHiking, biking and equestrian trails cross pine flatwoods and oak-palm forest. Parts may flood during the rainy season.
- WildlifeFlorida black bears, white-tailed deer, otters, bobcats, bald eagles, herons and egrets all live here, according to the park.
- Picnic pavilion by the riverA picnic pavilion and restrooms sit near the water, and potable water is available at the restroom.
- Camping nearbyThe park has a primitive campsite by reservation but no RV hookups. A private resort just outside the park offers lodging and RV hookups.
Why go
A corner of untouched Big Bend coast
Econfina River State Park protects pine flatwoods, oak-palm hammocks and broad salt marsh dotted with pine islands where the Econfina meets Apalachee Bay. People have fished and hunted along this river since prehistoric times, and it still looks the part: dark tannin water, cabbage palms and big, empty marsh.
For RVers it’s a half-day outing from the Perry parks: a 30- to 50-minute drive west on US-98 and south on CR-14, a $2 fee, and a launch, a picnic or a walk in the woods. Bring your own boat or kayak; we found no rentals listed for the park.
Go early or late in the day for fishing and birding, and bring bug spray and sunscreen. Spring and fall are the most comfortable; summer brings heat, bugs and afternoon storms.
Photo: Ebyabe on Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Why it made our list
- Only $2 per vehicle
- Boat ramp about 2.2 miles from the Gulf
- Blackwater river scenery and wildlife
- Open 8 a.m. to sunset every day
- Trails for hiking, biking and horses
For RVers
Visiting from camp
The practical stuff we wished someone had told us before we pulled in.
The drive out
From US-98 west of Perry, CR-14 (Econfina River Road) runs about 6 miles south to the park. Florida State Parks doesn’t publish RV size limits, so come in the tow vehicle, or call (850) 922-6007 before bringing a big rig.
Pay at the honor box
Entry is $2 per vehicle, paid at the honor box with correct change, or online with a single-use day pass. Launching at the ramp is covered by the entry fee or a Florida State Parks annual pass.
Pets
Florida state parks generally allow leashed pets (6-foot leash or shorter) in outdoor areas. Keep dogs close near the water, where alligators can be present.
Riding horses
Equestrian trails are open to riders. Florida State Parks requires proof of a negative Coggins test for horses, so bring the paperwork.
What visitors say about Econfina River State Park
The visitor report card
We don’t copy other sites’ reviews, but the published scores are worth reading together. Scores checked October 28, 2026.
Nestled along the northern Gulf Coast, protecting a mosaic of diverse landscapes.
Florida State Parks · floridastateparks.org
What visitors often mention
What Tripadvisor reviewers mention
Boat rampFishingBug spray
The four Tripadvisor reviews describe a small, quiet park built around the boat ramp, good for fishing and paddling, and suggest bringing bug spray. Checked October 28, 2026.
How far from camp
Drive times from our Perry-area RV park guides, estimated with OpenStreetMap routing on October 28, 2026.
Good to know
Entry$2 per vehicle, honor box
Open8 a.m.–sunset 365 days a year
Boat rampIncluded with entry or an annual pass
BringExact changeBug sprayWater
Hours and fees from Florida State Parks, checked October 28, 2026.
Know before you go
Plan your visit
Econfina River State Park
- Address4741 Econfina River Rd, Lamont, FL 32336
- Hours8 a.m.–sunset
Open 365 days a year - Phone(850) 922-6007
- Park infoFlorida State Parks page or call (850) 922-6007
- Getting thereFrom Perry, take US-98 west about 20 miles, then turn south on CR-14 (Econfina River Road) and follow it about 6 miles to the park.
- ParkingLot at the boat ramp with room for trailers. Florida State Parks doesn’t publish RV size limits.
Open 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days a year.
Where to stay nearby
RV parks near Econfina River State Park
These are the Perry-area parks we have visited and written up. Rocky’s Campground on US-98 is the closest, about 32 minutes away.
Rocky’s Campground
Simple full-hookup pull-thrus behind a store and gas station on US-98 west of Perry.
Perry KOA Holiday
A well-kept KOA Holiday under live oaks, with long pull-thrus, dog-yard sites and a heated pool.
Old Highway 19 RV Park
Pull-thru full hookups under live oaks, with a 2-acre fishing pond and a big dog park.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
The questions RVers ask most before pulling in.
Daily · 8 a.m. to sunset
Ready to launch on the Econfina?
Bring exact change, bug spray and a boat or kayak, and give yourself a quiet morning on the river.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. Photos: Ebyabe (the river, ramp, docks and sign; CC BY-SA 3.0) and Judy Gallagher (fiddler crab; CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons; the images were resized. Video: Where Wendy Travels on YouTube (boating, fishing and hiking at the park). Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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