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Camp Chowenwaw Park

1517 Ball Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States

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About This Campsite

Camp Chowenwaw Park

Welcome to Camp Chowenwaw Park, a delightful retreat perfect for family outings and nature enthusiasts looking to escape the digital world and immerse themselves in the beauty of the outdoors. It presents a mix of rustic charm with ample recreational opportunities for all ages.

Location

Situated near Green Cove Springs, this park offers an easily accessible destination with nearby options for dining and entertainment, just a 5-minute drive away. For those looking for more, a short drive will lead you to Palatka and East Palatka, expanding your exploration options.

Features and Amenities

  • **Accommodations:**
    • Treehouses and cabins are available, providing a unique sleeping experience with nature right outside your window. Some accommodations offer air-conditioning, though it may be less effective during peak sun hours.
  • **Recreation:**
    • Explore scenic trails and boardwalks, leading to beautiful spots, including a large pond once used as a pool, now a habitat for local wildlife like fish, turtles, and occasionally, alligators.
    • Enjoy boating opportunities on Black Creek, where you can rent canoes for a leisurely day on the water.
  • **Facilities:**
    • Picnic and grilling areas, playgrounds, and a swimming pool offer various ways to relax and play.
    • Well-maintained bathrooms with changing stalls cater to family needs, although there have been occasional issues with shower temperatures.

Tips for Visitors

  • Bring your own hiking boots and plenty of water to fully enjoy the numerous trails and wildlife spotting opportunities.
  • Plan for carrying your belongings to designated camping sites, as vehicle access is limited.
  • Visit during cooler months for a more comfortable experience, especially if you're planning to stay in one of the treehouses without AC.

Overall Thoughts

Camp Chowenwaw Park is an enchanting spot that allows families to create lasting memories and reconnect with nature. Despite a few minor inconveniences, its charm and the variety of activities available make it a worthwhile destination for both day trips and short camping getaways.

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Nikki Lee

05/12/2024

Camp Chowenwaw is decent for a weekend getaway. I don't know if I could handle it for more than a weekend. I like that it is near Black Creek so you can go out on a boat if you have one. You're not just confined to the pool they have. My favorite part is the large pond they have. Did you know it used to be a pool? Now there are Bluegil fish and large-mouth bass swimming in it. There are turtles too, on occasion there might be alligators in it. I stayed in one of the air-conditioned cabins for a few hours. During the day, the unit struggles like crazy to cool off the cabin, but I'm sure it's great once the sun moves over. The trails are nice. The boardwalks are fun to walk on. There are designated areas for "real campers" to set up tents. There are treehouses you can rent out. They are pretty cool but there are no AC hook ups. I like the large black carts you can use to carry your stuff to your designated cabin. Green Cove Springs is 5 mins from it so at least there's places to eat, shop, and play. If you want more, you'll have to drive an additional 30mins from Green Cove Springs to Palatka and East Palatka.

Land88Sea

05/24/2024

What a great place for families to get back in touch with reality & off their phones. Plenty of memories can be made here. Enjoy! You just found an epic place.

Wendy Gray

10/21/2023

This is an amazing park to visit for just a day out with family or you can also camp in tents or rent one of their amazing rustic type cabins some of the cabins are like tree houses. They have a public pool a playground picnic and grilling. Many nice nature trails to walk on including a long dock out to the water where you can fish. They also have a really nice bathroom facility with changing stalls. You can rent canoes and spend the day on the black creek enjoying nature. Overall the park is a family kid and pet friendly place to visit.

Erastos Evdoxiadis

03/17/2024

We have never stayed at this park before. We camped at the tent site. Most of the bathrooms were not working properly. The showers only had lukewarm water which made it hard to bathe in the cold night. There was quite a bit of highway noise a times but it was also very peaceful after 10 PM. Cars did not have access to the tent site. You have to take all of your luggage with a cart which was fun at times but annoying at other times because carts were not always available. I would maybe stay there again because the price per night was on the lower end.

Miriam Vasquez

09/18/2024

I LOVE this place. There are so many trails. The camping and party venue amemities are rustic yet so beautiful. Gorgeous place for a wedding. A must see, specially during cooler months. Nice playground for kids..nature center for kids to explore. A turtle pond. So many things to see and do if you love nature..Bring your hiking boots and water.