Little Manatee River State Park
Jeanene A.
Reviewed May. 18, 2018

So much to offer!

What an amazing State Park - they have multiple camping options. Equestrian, Car/RV camping and there is a back country site on a 7 mile loop trail that runs part of the way along the river.

The Car/RV camping spots are roomy, somewhat private. bathrooms are clean, almost always have camp hosts available.

Access to the back country loop trail and camping is just down the road. Reservations are required and you check in at main gate. camp is about 4 miles in on trail if hiking counter clockwise. There is a space for fire and picnic table at site. This is a nice place for beginner backpackers to try out. Sadly just through the tree line is a golf course and housing community. Note: resident raccoon is very large - you must hang your secure food and trash! You can see lights through the trees at night and hear the lawn equipment in the mornings. This can be comforting to first timers though. The hike along the river is just beautiful.

Equestrian camping group camping area offers 4 sites has stalls and other amenities for horse camping. fire pits and picnic tables. There are 12 miles of trails in the state park

There is also a primitive group camping site for scouts and other similar organizations.

There are many ranger and local outfitter activities and seasonally there are offered full moon horseback and kayak trips that allow you to see the area in a "different light"

Fishing is available also on the river, The "lake" is man made and has little to offer for those wanting a catch.

Make sure you book your reservation early as this park fills up fast!

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  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Little Manatee River State Park by Jeanene A., May 18, 2018