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| Location | Niceville, Florida |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | From $16/night |
| Maximum RV length | 45 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | water, electric |
| RV sites | 38 |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Book on | Florida State Parks |
From the park's listing on Florida State Parks. Confirm details with the park before you book.
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Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, not driving.
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights3 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights3 sites open for every night.jpg&w=3200&q=75)
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights3 sites open for every nightThis weekend · Temporarily closedNot bookable Oct 30 – Nov 1 · from $16/night
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park is a Florida State Parks campground in Niceville, about 8 miles from Destin. It lists 38 RV or RV/tent sites for rigs up to 50 ft (official limit). Florida State Parks lists water and electric.
Facility Important Information
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late, please contact the park prior to 5 p.m. on the day of your arrival.Check-in time is 3pm. Collecting of firewood is prohibited. All camping gear must remain within defined site boundaries. Quiet time is 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Clotheslines may only be tied to 4x4 posts provided.
Sites 8, 9, 11 and 13 are reserved for visitors with disabilities. These sites can be reserved by visitors without disabilities only if no other sites will accommodate the visitor's camping equipment. These sites are on a concrete pad. No tents unless self-supported.
The campground picnic pavilion may by used on a first come,first served basis by registered campers only. Overnightvisitors with functions involving non-registered guestsmust reserve a pavilion in the day use area. Please contact the park office.
For everyone's enjoyment, including pets, please observe the pet camping rules found in the complete Florida State Parks Pet Policy, click here floridastateparks.org/things-to-know/pet-policy.
Pets are not allowed in any state park cabins or cabin areas.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of the park where visitors are normally allowed.
No one younger than 18 may camp overnight unless accompanied by a responsible adult, who will remain onsite for the period rented.
From the Florida State Parks booking site, checked Oct 25, 2026.
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Availability checked Oct 26 on UseDirect.
| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 017 area rocky bayou sp | ✓ | ✓ | $16 |
| 002 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 003 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 004 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 005 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 006 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 007 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 014 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 015 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 016 |
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Temporarily closed. Overnight stays closed due to Hurricane Isaias (effective Oct 18, 2026). Florida State Parks will reopen as conditions allow; check the official storm updates page. Source: Florida State Parks — Storm Updates
Official limit 50 ft maximum RV length. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
4281 E Hwy 20
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Welcome to Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park. A former WWII gunnery and bombing practice range has been transformed into a stunning natural landscape shaded by longleaf pines, some over 300 years old. This beautiful park’s centerpiece is Rocky Bayou, the trailing arm of Choctawhatchee Bay, popular for boating and fishing. A prime spot for saltwater fishing, visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing and observing the park’s diverse wildlife communities. End your day in this relaxing refuge with a stunning Panhandle sunset. Annual special events include Pioneer Day in November and Estuary Day in May. Other events and ranger programs are available.
| Agency / operator | Florida State Parks |
|---|---|
| Booking | Operator's own booking — Florida residents up to 11 months ahead, non-residents 10; new dates open daily at 8 a.m. ET |
| R |
| R |
| $16 |
| 018 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 019 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 020 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 021 area rocky bayou sp | ✓ | R | $16 |
| 022 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 023 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 024 area rocky bayou sp | ✓ | R | $16 |
| 025 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 026 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 027 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 028 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 029 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 030 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 031 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 032 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 033 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 034 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 035 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 036 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 037 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 038 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 039 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 040 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 041 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 042 area rocky bayou sp | ✓ | R | $16 |
| 010 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 013 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
| 008 area rocky bayou sp | R | R | $16 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
| Max RV / trailer length | Official limit 50 ft maximum RV length [Florida State Parks] |
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| Bear storage | Not listed |
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| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Water + electric — Water and electric [Florida State Parks] |
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| Max stay | 14 nights max |
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Sources: Florida State Parks — Reservation Information (checked 2026-10-18); Florida State Parks — Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park: Experiences & Amenities (checked 2026-10-18). "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
Managed by Florida State Parks (Florida Department of Environmental Protection). Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the reserve.floridastateparks.org listing. Anything we can't source says so.
