Flying A Primitive Campsite is located in Myakka State Park near Sarasota, Florida. The terrain consists of flatlands with a mix of wetlands and pine forests. Campers can explore Myakka River State Park, known for its wildlife and hiking trails, and enjoy temperatures ranging from the 50s in winter to the 90s in summer.

The majestic Myakka River flows through 58 square miles of one of Florida’s oldest and largest parks.

In a scene reminiscent of what early Native Americans and Spanish explorers witnessed, arching palm trees and live oaks are reflected on a winding tea-colored stream. The cries of limpkins and osprey pierce the air while alligators and turtles sun lazily on logs and riverbanks.

This is the Myakka River, Florida’s first state-designated wild and scenic river, and it flows through a vast expanse of unspoiled wetlands, prairies, hammocks, and pinelands that make up Myakka River State Park. Boating, fishing, canoeing and kayaking are popular activities on the water while hikers and bicyclists explore miles of trails and backroads.

Flying A Primitive Campsite - Myakka State Park

Join the fun near El Jobean. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Florida camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in El Jobean, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

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Nice but small primitive state forest campground. Only 10 sites and one is for the camp host. About half the sites are back-in and can hold small RVs. The rest are tent only although the parking space is large enough to put a van-sized RV in sideways. 

All the sites are quite large and well separated from neighboring sites. With the right mix of campers, you could have a super peaceful night in the forest without having to bushwhack your way in. (Our night included a site with small kids the parents kept yelling at. Ugh.) 

All sites have a fire ring and picnic table  

There are vault toilets available in the loop and there is a potable water spigot at the nearby ranger station (firewood also available there).

Nearby hiking trails are rated easy and moderate and the trailhead is just a quarter mile down the road.

The campground is gated (you get the lock code when you reserve a site). Note that this campground requires reservations. 

If you're self-contained and looking for a nice quiet spot to camp, this would be a good spot to choose.

Cell service on Verizon was ok with a jetpack, better with a MIMO antenna attached. (1 bar without /2-3 bars with but data speeds with MIMO were decent). 

T-Mobile service was good but kept bouncing between 4G and 5G on phone, which made it a bit erratic. On jetpack that only does 4G, had a strong signal with good data rates. 

Peaceful spot

Not a very welcoming place for tent campers.  Seems like they will be catering more to Glamper's and RV's which is a shame !!!

Flying camp 

Tucked away between Englewood and North Port, this primitive site is only eight dollars to stay at.  Not too bad, but the campsite looked like it wasn't maintained at all.  There was a big dilapidated bin of random trash that looked like it had been there for quite some time (site 3), a ton of cigarette butts, melted plastic pieces everywhere, etc.  We even found an... adult toy about ten feet outside of the area of our site.  

That being said, it was quiet, and you couldn't beat the scenery and nature once we cleaned up the area a bit.  The sites are spread apart enough that it doesn't feel like your neighbor is on top of you, which was a huge plus.

Out of all the sites, 3 had the most privacy and had great views of the forest.  If we decide to go again, we will definitely stay at this site.  The other sites seemed a little bare and less private.

For the price, you can't complain too much.  Just make sure to lock the gate behind you because by the many many signs posted, they're threatening to shut the sites down permanently if you don't. 

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