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River Junction

Chattahoochee, Florida · Seminole County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Lake Seminole

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30.74610, -84.84481
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at River Junction

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High86°F
Avg Low68°F
Peak Rain Chance21%
Humidity72%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality26 · Good
Today
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Thunderstorm
86°/74°
💧 15%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 8:36 PM
Mon
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Thunderstorm
87°/72°
💧 14%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 8:37 PM
Tue
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Rain Showers
92°/68°
💧 21%🌬 17mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 8:38 PM
Wed
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Overcast
82°/67°
💧 13%🌬 15mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 8:38 PM
Thu
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Overcast
85°/61°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:36 AM ↓ 8:39 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About River Junction

This recreation area is part of Lake Seminole

Plan Your Visit to River Junction

Heading to River Junction? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for River Junction?

No central reservation system listed for River Junction. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247888) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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