Oak trees spread heavy canopies over the sites at Canoe Outpost Little Manatee River, giving this forested campground along the Little Manatee River its most consistent appeal: reliable shade in a state that rarely offers a break from the sun. The campground sits directly off a major highway, and that proximity is worth knowing before arrival. Multiple reviewers flag the road noise as a significant factor, present through the day and into the night, which shapes the character of the stay more than any other single detail.
The river access is the main draw. Campers can rent canoes and kayaks on-site and paddle out from the property, with staff available to shuttle paddlers upstream for longer trips. One group completed an 8-mile paddle down to the campground, noting it was manageable even for those who don't paddle regularly. Once on the river, there are no facilities, so campers should plan accordingly. Back at camp, sites include fire rings, picnic tables, and BBQ pits. Most have water and electric hookups, and the campground provides hot showers, flush toilets, and WiFi. Little Manatee River State Park Campground sits to the west, though reviewers note the trails there are not walkable from the campground due to the highway between them.
The campground accommodates tents, RVs up to 36 feet with full hookups, and also rents cabins and other alternative lodging. A dog park on the property gets positive mentions from pet owners. The campground has a resident peacock named Elvis. Rates run $24 to $109 per night depending on site type, and reservations are available.
The mix of long-term residents and overnight visitors gives the place an informal, lived-in atmosphere. April P. describes it as "family owned and operated," and the staff responsiveness comes up across multiple reviews. November through March tends to draw more visitors looking to avoid Florida's summer heat and humidity. Campers interested in exploring the broader area can find camping destinations around Wimauma that offer different terrain and noise profiles. If the river is the goal, though, this outpost puts paddlers directly on the water.
Description
The Canoe Outpost Little Manatee River is a private, small, family business in operation since 1978. We offer RV and tent camping, group camping area, and cabin rentals, in a rustic setting under many oak trees on six acres on the banks of the Little Manatee River adjacent to the Little Manatee River State Park. We are also a full service canoe and kayak outfitter.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCanoe Outpost Little Manatee River is located in Florida near Wimauma
Coordinates
27.67186963 N
82.35401775 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/21/26- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
