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Malakai 🏕 different by design

96%

46 reviews

· Dickerson City, Santa Rosa, Florida

15 acres hosted by Joseph R.

1 lodging site · 1 RV/tent site · 1 tent site

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Welcome to Malakai campgrounds different by design 🏕 I purchased this land several years ago after a loss of a child a daughter her named was (little jo) JoLisa Marie Roadcap , it was a life changing moment, teaching me that family and enjoying of life is what it all about... so I want to welcome you here to Malakai for a peaceful and relaxing time, it's even a place that may help you heal from life hardships... At 5:30 just as the Sun comes up it is time for you to go out on to the deck and listen to the birds song 🎵 . As the Sun starts to rise on a new day ✨️ dozens of species of birds from the Great American Bald Eagle , To the endangered woodpecker, The blue herrings, bluebirds(we have mating pair that comes every year) blue jays, mocking birds, doves and several other species and occasionally a couple small black bears like walking through, we want you to have a peaceful and relaxing stay here while you visit everything,here at Garson Point were several species of carnivorous plants grow wild and our beaches have much to offer. It's official -- after 4 years of politics we are officially a park and a preserve.....9 acres of 🚶‍♂️ trails 👣 we are still constructing trails by hand I believe this place has a spiritual strength to people of all nations History of our location Count De Galvez awarded a land grant on Garcon Point to Antonio Garzon following his 1781 Siege of Pensacola in consideration of “his good services rendered as an interpreter to the Indians of Pensacola." The grant was held for 35 years before Maria Garzon, who survived husband Antonio, sold the land they called Garzon’s Point to Joseph (Jose) Bonifay. The land uses were favorable for cattle grazing and turpentining through the 1800s. Many more pioneer families moved into the area and began their own business in the booming industrial opportunities of western Florida. It came to be known as Yellow River Marsh State Buffer Preserve on June 12, 2000, when it was purchased by the state of Florida to protect rare and environmentally sensitive lands, plants and animals. Through generous donations, Preservation 2000 and the Florida Forever Program, more land was added to protect contiguous habitat of the Garcon Ecosystem. Today Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park provides recreational opportunities for hiking and nature study along the Great Florida Birding Trail among rare and endemic plant species and within one of Florida’s oldest multi-cultural frontiers.The preserve is located in Santa Rosa County on Garcon Point, which separates Escambia Bay from Blackwater Bay. Nearly 20 rare and endangered species of plants 🪴 and animals make their homes along the bay and its wet prairies, dome swamps and flatwoods.

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96% Recommend55 ratings · 46 reviews

Billy V.

4 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

18 ft campervan ·

Mishkan tent 2 ⛺️ basic 💡 & 🌊

Very peaceful, second coming to this spot. Its like going home to see an old friend. Its a good for the soul kinda place.

Jared N.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Must see

Tent ·

Mishkan tent ⛺️ Electric and water.

What a lovely place to camp. The host was nice to talk to and I was extremely relaxed and comfortable. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Billy V.

4 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent ·

Mishkan tent ⛺️ Electric and water.

What a fantastic place!! Drive down the road, enter thru gate, and you’ve entered a place of peace, serenity, quiet, and if you are on a healing journey, do not pass this hipcamp up. Joseph is a great guy, very personable and friendly,, the kind of friend you havnt seen for a long time. It was exactly where i needed to be. His property has a great mix of sun, shade,, and lighted paths through the trees. So good for the soul. I highly recommend it. Definitely one to go back to. Thanks Joseph for having this unique place of healing and tranquility 😎😎.

Scott P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Epic camping experience.

Tent ·

Mishkan tent 2 ⛺️ basic 💡 & 🌊

Amazing memories made at this gem of a spot. We enjoyed our stay. The weather was just right during the day and the evenings were just right for sitting around the fire. The white sandy beaches of Florida (Pensacola & Navarre) were in close proximity. Getting to know our host Joseph was a highlight for us. We had a camping spot in the woods on top of the pine needles and among 130 year old pine trees. Anyone looking for a space outside of

Isaiah B.

1 month on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· March 2025

Rustic Camping with a Hands-On Host

Tent · Group trip ·

Mishkan tent ⛺️ Electric and water.

Joe’s campsite was very unique! You can tell he’s put a lot of time and effort into creating a special place. He was very involved in making sure we had what we needed. The campsite itself was good, though the facilities were pretty rustic. The shower had a lot of wear and tear, and the water had a strong metallic smell, so keep that in mind if that’s important to you. It’s definitely more of a back-to-basics experience, but for a campsite, it worked fine. Overall, you get what you pay for, and Joe’s hospitality is clear. If you’re looking for a simple, no-frills camping spot with a hands-on host, this could be a good fit!