Dispersed Camping in Bay County, Florida
Showing 25 locations in Bay County.
Anytime Fitness Callaway
A standard commercial parking lot location at Anytime Fitness, situated in a busy suburban area.
Campers Inn RV Park
A private commercial RV park located near the sandy shores of Laguna Beach, Florida, providing standard hookups and convenient road access.
Cracker Barrel - Panama City
A convenient, paved commercial parking area behind the restaurant. While this location lacks standard elongated RV parking lanes, self-contained campervans and shorter rigs routinely utilize standard spaces safely. Quiet during late-night hours despite evening traffic from surrounding businesses.
Devil's Hole Campsite
A highly unique, single primitive campsite positioned adjacent to a large, deep natural sinkhole. The site sits right along the Florida National Scenic Trail and is equipped with a pit toilet and trash receptacles, providing an excellent base for hikers and wilderness campers.
Econfina Creek Water Management Area Campsites
A cohesive group of quiet, primitive campsites managed by the Northwest Florida Water Management District. These designated camping areas are nestled along the Econfina Creek corridor and the Florida National Scenic Trail, offering deep wilderness immersion among pine flatwoods and natural sinkholes. All sites are free but require securing an advance reservation to receive the necessary gate access codes.
Econfina Creek West Campgrounds
Two public recreation campgrounds, Tom John's Landing and White Oak Landing, situated on scenic lakes within the Econfina Creek Water Management Area. Both locations feature picnic tables, fire rings, and portable toilets.
Fitness360
A convenient urban overnight option located in the parking lot of a local 24-hour fitness facility. Purchasing a day pass grants access to clean showers, lockers, and a sauna, making it an excellent stopover for active travelers needing to refresh.
Home Depot - Panama City
Flat retail parking lot with overnight permissions typically granted on the far left side of the property.
Laguna Beach Area Roadside Pull-off
A basic roadside pull-off near Laguna Beach, suitable for a quick stopover.
Longleaf Campsite
A quiet primitive campsite surrounded by upland longleaf pines. This site provides excellent seclusion and a highly peaceful backcountry atmosphere.
Lowe's - Panama City
A paved retail parking lot. Note that recent management updates indicate that overnight parking is no longer permitted here, and requests have been denied.
Mexico Beach Walk-In Spot
A quiet pedestrian path location near Mexico Beach providing a potential walk-in camping area.
Planet Fitness - Panama City
A large, level parking lot in a retail plaza shared with neighboring stores. Gym members can access standard indoor amenities, while overnight stays are permitted for up to 24 hours.
Planet Fitness Parker
A well-lit commercial parking lot located in a convenient shopping plaza with surrounding dining and laundry facilities.
Pretty Bayou Street Parking Zone
A local waterfront and commercial neighborhood where street parking is highly regulated. Local security and authorities strictly enforce overnight parking rules.
Raccoon River Campground
A commercial campground situated close to Panama City Beach, offering standard campground sites alongside a dedicated area for dry camping. While well-positioned for beach access, some visitors note strict rules regarding vehicle types, so it is highly recommended to call ahead to ensure your rig is permitted.
Rattlesnake Lake Primitive Area
Primitive camping options located around Rattlesnake Lake in the Econfina Creek Water Management Area. These walk-in or vehicle-accessible sites offer a peaceful wilderness setting.
Rattlesnake North Camp
A primitive camp setup located on the north side of Rattlesnake Lake.
Sand Pond Campground
A scenic campground located within Pine Log State Forest. Situated near quiet ponds with viewing piers, it offers concrete camping pads, modern hot showers, electric hookups, and a dump station for convenience.
Seashell Campsite
A primitive, designated campsite nestled in the pine woods of the Econfina Creek corridor, offering an excellent escape for self-contained campers seeking tranquility.
St. Andrews State Park Campground
St. Andrews State Park Campground features over 150 campsites situated on the beautiful shoreline of St. Andrews Bay. Surrounded by coastal pine forests and white-sand dunes, the campground offers immediate access to calm bay waters, hiking trail loops, and Gulf of Mexico beaches. Campsites are equipped with water and electrical hookups and are served by modern bathhouses, hot showers, and laundry facilities. While highly scenic and amenity-rich, the campsites are laid out closely side-by-side with very minimal privacy, making for a popular and active camping experience.
Upper Grand Lagoon Stealth Area
Informal urban stealth parking option located near commercial plazas in Upper Grand Lagoon, Florida. Best suited for small, self-contained vehicles looking for a quick, overnight stop.
Walmart Callaway
A busy commercial parking lot. While official signs prohibit overnight parking in the main lot, overnight stays may be tolerated near the adjacent Murphy gas station.
Walsingham Park Campsite
A serene primitive recreation area and campground along Blue Springs Road, situated near the banks of Econfina Creek. It offers quiet, shaded sites perfect for launching water activities or relaxing in a peaceful woodland environment.
Wolf Pond South Campground
An exceptionally clean and well-maintained public camping area managed by the water management district. Situated in a peaceful pine forest, it features numbered, spacious sites with individual picnic pavilions, fire pits, vault toilets, and regular trash collection. No water or electricity is available, so visitors must arrive self-contained.