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Hardee Lakes Park, near Bowling Green, Florida, is a peaceful retreat that offers a perfect escape into nature. With well-maintained sites and beautiful lake views, it’s an ideal spot for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

The campground features clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, which visitors appreciate after a day of exploring. Many campers have highlighted the tranquility of the area, with one saying, “This is a great park. Best campground I have stayed in so far. Very quiet and relaxing.”

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are trails winding around the four lakes, perfect for hiking, biking, or just soaking in the scenery. The park is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure. Campers have also enjoyed the convenience of local firewood delivery, making it easy to gather around the fire pit at night.

Whether you’re camping in a tent, RV, or cabin, Hardee Lakes Park provides a serene environment to connect with nature. With its combination of natural beauty and well-kept amenities, it’s a great choice for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

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Location

Hardee Lakes Park is located in Florida

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Address

5502 Ollie Roberts Road
Bowling Green, FL 33834

Coordinates

27.61343347 N
81.9656784 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Apr. 26, 2025

Fantastic Campgroudnd

My experience was great with my pup! Primitive sites were $20 a night at time of writing.

We stayed in a primitive site(p14) with water. I was excited to discover all these primitive wites with water are right on the lake.

There’s no alcohol allowed which is a double edged sword, but I welcomed this rule as there always seems to be groups partying at public campsites. Not here.

Bathrooms are typical campsite bathroom. They have showers too for campers.

It’s a dirt road campsite, but they have water trucks that spray a few times a day to keep the dust down. So thankful for that!

RV pull sites and promote. campsites are far enough away from each other.

Nearest major grocery store is wal-mart about 15 minutes away.

Only iffy thing I’d call out is how tight the primitive campsites are to each other. It was dead when I came, but had my neighboring sites been occupied, I wouldn’t have enjoyed my time as much.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Mack Daddy Van L., April 26, 2025
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Mack Daddy Van L., April 26, 2025
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Mack Daddy Van L., April 26, 2025
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Reviewed Mar. 9, 2025

Nice park and campground

We got lucky to get a site here last minute after our state park campground was closed for extended period due to hurricane repairs (without letting us know so it was a scramble to find alternatives).  The campground is nice.  We stayed in an "equestrian" site and most people didn't have horses (neither did we).  While much of the park isn't shaded (in fact there is waayyyyy too much lawn/grass in all the communal areas - would be much better if they planted trees and let forest grow back), most sites do seem to have at least some trees providing partial shade. Not much privacy between sites, but that didn't really bother us.  There are lots of walking "roads" (dirt roads) to the various lakes. All in all, we were glad to have a site and would return if needed again.

Reviewed Apr. 2, 2023

Peaceful and quiet

We stayed in April of 2023 during the week. I think there might be 10 sites full. Verizon 3 bars

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Paul M., April 2, 2023
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Paul M., April 2, 2023
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2021

Wonderful Place

We stayed here a couple of years ago and loved the piece and quiet! My husband enjoyed riding his fat tire along with our dog. We are hoping to visit again in February!

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Karen & Terry S., November 1, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Karen & Terry S., November 1, 2021
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2021

Secluded and well maintained

This is reclaimed land from an old phosphate mine.

The mine was closed 20 years ago and the land was reclaimed and turned into a beautified park and campground. The trees have had time to mature. There are four lakes, campsites are located on one of the bigger lakes. Like all parks some site are better than others, none are bad.  We had the end site on the lake that was very private. The campground and amenities  are extremely well maintained.

Lots of very nice trails around the lakes and surrounding woods. the trial's are wide and hard backed. we were able to ride our electric scoters on them easily.  Park is located in a rural area of central Florida. We used is as a halfway stop when traveling form the west coast to the east coast of Florida. 

Tip: There are two brothers that sell firewood not to far from the campground.

You can go there your self or they will deliver to you. Camp office can give you their contact info.

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Jim W., July 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Jim W., July 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Jim W., July 9, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 16, 2021

Great Get Away

Hardee Lakes Park is a nice quiet park. Camp sites are nice and clean, with beautiful lake views.

Stayed at a non-electric site right on the lake. Fire pit is great and camp hosts even recommended a local small biz that will bring you firewood.

Trail system is great from dirt paths to boardwalks to cut straight through the woods.

Bath house was clean and in good working order.

Overall a great quiet place to visit for a connection with nature.

  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Joshua W., April 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Joshua W., April 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardee Lakes Park by Joshua W., April 16, 2021
Reviewed Nov. 6, 2019

We love this place

This is a quiet campground that has 4 lakes with trails for hiking, 4 wheelers, boaters, & fishing. Beautiful!!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best fishing spots at Hardee Lakes Park?

Hardee Lakes Park offers excellent fishing opportunities across its four lakes. The lakes are former phosphate mines reclaimed about 20 years ago and have matured into beautiful fishing destinations. Many campsites are positioned right on the lakeshores, providing convenient fishing access directly from your campsite. The primitive sites with water hookups are particularly noteworthy as they're located right on the lake. For those wanting to explore further, trails connect all four lakes, allowing anglers to find secluded fishing spots. Contact the camp hosts upon arrival for current information about which lakes might be producing the best catches during your visit.

Is there a map of Hardee Lakes Campground?

While the reviews don't specifically mention a dedicated map, Hardee Lakes Park has a navigable layout with four lakes and an interconnected trail system. The campground area is situated on one of the larger lakes, with both electric and non-electric sites available. For the most accurate and up-to-date map of the campground, it's recommended to contact the park office directly or check their official website. Maps are typically available at the park entrance or from camp hosts upon arrival.

Are there photos of Hardee Lakes County Park available online?

Yes, photos of Hardee Lakes Park are available online. You can find images on The Dyrt's website and app, where campers have shared pictures of the campground, lakefront sites, and surrounding natural areas. These photos showcase the park's mature trees, scenic lakes, and well-maintained campsites. For official photos and the most current visual representation of the park, check the Hardee County website or social media accounts. The park's beautiful lakefront settings, trail system with boardwalks, and natural areas reclaimed from an old phosphate mine are popular photography subjects.

What amenities are available at Hardee Lakes Campground?

Hardee Lakes Park offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground features both electric and non-electric sites, with some prime spots located directly on the lake. Each site comes with a fire pit, and there's water available at the primitive sites. The park boasts four lakes connected by a trail system that includes dirt paths and boardwalks. Campsites are clean and well-maintained with beautiful lake views. For outdoor recreation, the park accommodates hiking, fishing, boating, and even four-wheeler trails. Verizon cell service is reported to have good coverage with 3 bars.