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Hales Landing

Fowlstown, Florida · Decatur County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Lake Seminole

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30.85040, -84.66010
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Hales Landing

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High98°F
Avg Low76°F
Peak Rain Chance13%
Humidity66%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality54 · Moderate
Today
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Overcast
94°/75°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:51 AM ↓ 8:38 PM
Sat
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Overcast
94°/75°
💧 5%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:52 AM ↓ 8:38 PM
Sun
🌦
Rain Showers
97°/77°
💧 13%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:52 AM ↓ 8:37 PM
Mon
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Light Drizzle
101°/76°
💧 7%🌬 16mph
↑ 6:53 AM ↓ 8:37 PM
Tue
⛈
Thunderstorm
103°/77°
💧 2%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:53 AM ↓ 8:36 PM

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

About Hales Landing

This recreation area is part of Lake Seminole

Plan Your Visit to Hales Landing

Heading to Hales Landing? 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 Hales Landing?

No central reservation system listed for Hales Landing. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247889) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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