We loved this campground so much that after my husband and I visited for a brief couples getaway, we booked the next available dates so we could come back and bring the kids. 

The sites are a decent size, with room to accommodate our 25 ft airstream and a tent, if needed. While there isn’t a lot of shade (mostly scrub bushes and not trees), there’s a fair amount of privacy. The site was straight and wide and had a kick off to it where the picnic table was set up. We had plenty of room for our car and the kayaks. 

As for kayaking, this park is a dream! There’s a parking lot directly adjacent to the launch and you can either rent kayaks or bring your own. We kayaked in the evening when the sun wasn’t quite so strong and after 5 pm, non motorized boats are permitted into the springs swimming area. We saw manatees, gators and tons of birds. 

This campground is located on the edge of an adorable town, Deland, that has great shopping and dining choices if the weather forces you out. It’s also less than hour from downtown Orlando and the beaches. 

Staff was friendly and nice. The swimming areas are clean and ample and the bath houses are clean and updated. We love this campground and hope to return often.