Scrubjay Campground

Star5.00
6 reviews
16450 S.E. Federal Highway, Hobe Sound FL 33455

Quick Facts

13 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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Campsite Fees
$6 per vehicle (park entrance fee). Camping-specific fees not listed on the official park page.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

5.00

Top-Rated

Based on 6 reviews

4 Google reviews

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"Web-sourced visitor summaries and on-site reviews are strongly positive: campers praise clean, well-maintained sites, abundant wildlife (including Florida scrub-jays), and easy access to trails and the Loxahatchee River. Available Google review snippets are limited but generally favorable."

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16450 S.E. Federal Highway, Hobe Sound FL 33455

Scrubjay Campground

16450 S.E. Federal Highway, Hobe Sound FL 33455


Best Time to Camp at Scrubjay Campground

Late fall through early spring is when Scrubjay reveals its best self—think blue-sky days in the 70s, cool evenings perfect for stargazing by the fire, and weather that practically begs you to spend all day on the trails or river. Summer? That's Florida in full tropical mode: intense heat, thick humidity, spectacular lightning shows most afternoons, and swarms of mosquitoes that treat sunset like happy hour. If you're the adventurous type who doesn't mind sweating through your shirt before breakfast, summer camping is doable—just bring industrial-strength bug spray and embrace the afternoon thunderstorms as free entertainment.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5
Below Average

Florida summers are hot/humid; activities available but heat and bugs may reduce comfort.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5
Average

Milder fall weather in Florida favors hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5
Below Average

Spring birding and pleasant weather align with park's wildlife and habitat diversity.

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Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5
Average

Mild Florida winters make this a good winter camping destination (no winter sports).

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Open year-round. Park hours: 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year.

About Scrubjay Campground

Picture this: your home base surrounded by ancient scrub oaks and whispering pines, with the wild Loxahatchee River and miles of pristine trails beckoning just beyond your campsite. Scrubjay Campground delivers that perfect camping sweet spot—genuine Florida wilderness within arm's reach, but with hot showers, full hookups, and all the creature comforts that let you stay out exploring longer.
The park supports a mix of camping options systemwide, including developed family campgrounds with utilities, glamping (deluxe safari tents) and equestrian/primitive camping elsewhere in the park. Specific campground-type availability for 'Scrubjay' is supplemented by park materials indicating developed sites with utilities.
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Amenities available

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Flush toilets
Fire rings
Picnic tables

Activities you can enjoy

Jonathan Dickinson State Park and its campgrounds provide access to a wide range of land- and water-based activities, including multiuse and singletrack trails, paddling on the Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River, guided boat tours, and plentiful bird- and wildlife-viewing opportunities.
HikingExtensive hiking trails and nature trails are available throughout the park, including access to Hobe Mountain and multiple scrub and sandhill routes.
FishingAnglers can fish along the Loxahatchee River banks or from a boat; the river is a park focal point for fishing and paddling.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsExposure to sun and heat in the open scrub sites; seasonal mosquitoes and no-see-ums can be intense. Standard park-area wildlife hazards near waterways include alligators and typical opportunistic animals (e.g., raccoons); practice normal food storage and river-safety precautions.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Reviews

5.0
6 reviews
Top-Rated
Top-Rated
Scrubjay Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Web-sourced visitor summaries and on-site reviews are strongly positive: campers praise clean, well-maintained sites, abundant wildlife (including Florida scrub-jays), and easy access to trails and the Loxahatchee River. Available Google review snippets are limited but generally favorable.
Review Summaries
Based on 6 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean, quiet and well-maintained campgrounds; good access to extensive hiking/biking trails and river activities; opportunities to see Florida scrub-jays and other wildlife; sites with water and...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Book early for winter/snowbird season; bring additional shade and sun protection for open sites; pack insect repellent and good screens; consider biking to river/visitor center to avoid repeated...
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Camper Quotes

“Beautiful clean site.”
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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