Lake Monroe Conservation Area SJRWMD

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Pet Friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms

About Lake Monroe Conservation Area SJRWMD

Drive-in tent-only campsiteLocated in a shaded oak hammock, this drive-in campsite is equipped with a fire ring with grill attachment, benches, a covered pavilion with one picnic table, and plenty of tent space. This campsite has a non-potable water pitcher pump and a nearby portable toilet. The campsite is within a short distance of the Lemon Bluff trailhead. Gate access is located on the south side of Lemon Bluff Road, approximately a half mile east of Highway 415 (Tucker Road is on the north side of Lemon Bluff Road). District lands are wild, natural areas with few amenities, and only tent camping is allowed. Recreational vehicles (including but not limited to motorhomes, camper vans, truck campers, pop-up campers, or trailers or vehicles with sleeping quarters, etc.) are prohibited at the campsite and may not be parked overnight on District lands.Vehicle make, model and license plate numbers are required at time of booking for all vehicles accessing the campsite. Recreational activities at the Lake Monroe Conservation Area include fishing, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. Seasonal hunting is allowed on the property's Kratzert Tract, a Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Boaters and paddlers can access the conservation area but there are no launches located onsite. Advance reservations are required and must be made at least 48 hours in advance and may be made online up to 90 days in advance.Maximum occupancy is 24 people. For maps and other information about Lake Monroe Conservation Area, visit www.sjrwmd.com/lands/recreation/lake-monroe/.Check-in: No earlier than 1 p.m. Check-out: No later than 11 a.m. Maximum length of stay: 7 consecutive days Maximum number of vehicles at the campsite: 4 (all vehicles must be listed on the reservation and vehicle permit with makes, models, colors and license plate numbers)

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round
Paddling

Paddling

Spring Summer Fall

Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Reviews (5)

What Guests Are Saying

Lake Monroe Conservation Area offers abundant wildlife and easy-to-navigate trails, making it ideal for hiking and mountain biking. Visitors enjoy the classic Florida scenery, including palm trees, creeks, and the beautiful landscape. The area is also pet-friendly, welcoming both dogs and horses on the trails.

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Elisha Gilmore

Elisha Gilmore

August 31, 2025

5

Lots of wild life to see. nice trails that are easy to hike. beautiful Florida swap and pine trees. Easy to bring a mountain bike or just walk.

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Zack Hussain

Zack Hussain

March 12, 2025

5

Fantastic short hike with classic Florida scenery… dogs and horses are allowed on the trail.
Palm trees, creek, river, flat land & beautiful Florida sunshine!

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Angie Hunter

Angie Hunter

October 8, 2023

5

Every time I come out here, I see wildlife. Deer, hogs, gators, owls, etc. The scenery is amazing. Highly recommend (bring water /mud boots)

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Wendy Wilson

Wendy Wilson

March 7, 2020

5

Very easy to find all 3 trail heads in the 415 area. I found the trail muddy in some areas and was glad to have good, waterproof hiking boots. Headed off onto what is called the yellow trail but it's not blazed. It's marked with ties on the trees but even these petered out and I could not locate a trail with all the new, spring growth. I spotted 2 baby wild pigs basking side by side in a ray of sunshine :-)

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Levi Kline

Levi Kline

February 6, 2018

5

Nice and peaceful, though very wild so waterproof hiking boots are recommended, the path tends to wash out after heavy rain. Also be aware that hunting is allowed within the conservation area so be sure to check the sign posted on the fence before entering, and wear some form of easily visible/colorful clothing item

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Location Lake Monroe Conservation Area SJRWMD

Address:
789 State Route 415
Osteen, FL, 32764
United States

Highway access

The campground is on State Route 415. State Road 46 is near and Interstate 4 is a short drive away, providing additional regional access.

Latitude & Longitude: 28.8269 / -81.1674

Elevation: 9 feet

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Last updated: July 8, 2026