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Ragan Family Campground features upscale glamping accommodations in Madison, approximately 30 miles from Monticello. The property includes glamping yurts and canvas structures alongside traditional camping options. Each glamping unit provides comfortable bedding, climate control, and nearby access to modern bathroom facilities with showers. The campground boasts extensive water features including a swimming pool with water slides and a lazy river. Additional amenities include a camp store, picnic tables, and full hookup options for those seeking a blend of comfort and outdoor experience. According to a recent visitor, "There's a water slide pool and lazy river. Cabins are pretty nice, there are atv trails if you have your own atv. You can rent golf carts, there's a store, games. Lots of fun for the whole family."
Recreational activities center around the campground's family-friendly atmosphere with multiple playgrounds, fishing ponds, disc golf, and scheduled weekend activities. Newport Park Campground, located near Saint Marks, offers additional glamping options with proximity to natural attractions. The campground sits across from St. Marks State Park and along the St. Marks River with boat access. Visitors can explore nearby St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, Wakulla Springs, and the historic St. Marks lighthouse. One camper noted, "St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day. We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset. There are so many beautiful sights in the area." Most glamping accommodations in the region require advance reservations, especially during peak seasons.
"We love the sites on one of the stocked fishing ponds. On site store fully equiped and great coffee and ice cream. This was first campground we went tent camping in!"
"Easy to get around just walking. Nice bathhouses. We will be back."
"A little traffic noise but not too bad. It had a boat dock and pier to observe the St. Marks River. The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day."
"Brian was very nice on the phone and didn't even come around to collect $! In fairness, I was there for a short time and dropped the appropriate fare by the door of their RV on my way out."
"Had a fire pit with grill and picnic table. Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot. Only lost a star because of previous campers leaving some trash behind."
"A little warm and the bugs are getting ready for the dusk attack. There are gnats and flys during the day but nothing biting….yet"
from $9 / night
Check Availability"Easy to find/check-in/set up. Large, popular site right off 75. Highway noise did not interfere with sleeping. Clean grounds/facilities."
"There's an adorable, and useful, store.. but i guess‽ because the lady running it had already put our packet outside on the 'late arrivals board' we sure felt less than welcomed when we pulled up around"
"The owner of the farm was so welcoming and accommodating. She even gave us a tour of the farm in the morning and we were able to play with a ton of goats and chickens!"
"The staff is so friendly and helpful. We would love to go and stay there again!"
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"I would have given 5 stars, but we lost water pressure in the morning, and there were hunting dogs on location that barked quite a bit. Those are the only complaints! Everything else is outstanding!"
"Clean bathrooms. Swimming pool. Small market/ general store within walking distance."
from $94 - $117 / night
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GuideNo complaints about this site; plenty of campsites to pick from even with about 6 other campers; space to spread out from others. Good for primitive tent camping. Had a fire pit with grill and picnic table. Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot. Only lost a star because of previous campers leaving some trash behind.
GuideThis was a quick overnight stay for myself. I arrived a little bit after sunset and left fairly early in the morning.
Stayed at site number 18, which was Lakeside, but all campsites have decent view of lake through the trees. There is a dock and she can walk down to the water itself.
This is a very isolated place, and you have to drive down a dirt road, but very packed, which even sedans can handle no problem, unless it’s been raining that it might get a little slippery
When I stayed, it was 34° so didn’t do a whole lot but get set up in the rooftop tent and sleep. No real issues with Internet, for Verizon, but signal wasn’t super strong.
There is a toilet bathroom that is composting style, without sinks or showers.
But I booked I thought it said electrical, but after I booked, it said no electrical and when I arrived on site, there was a electrical pedestal, looked brand new, but not working. Unknown if they will soon have electricity or not ever used.
For its isolation and quietness and availability, I would definitely return. I don’t have a lot in this area to attend to, but this is a nice spot.
Star count is only down, ranked due to lack of electricity and water, as well as the slightly difficult drive in. That’s a plus for some people, but that’s how I do my star rankings.
GuideVery small county campground. Went selected for location to bike trails and beaches. Bathhouses were mostly clean but well worn. No personal on site most of the time. Handful of long term people who are friendly.
LegendReagan family working hard to restore this park...waterslide, bounce houses, arcade, pools, disc golf, etc ..they have something for everyone. We love the sites on one of the stocked fishing ponds. On site store fully equiped and great coffee and ice cream. This was first campground we went tent camping in!
RangerSelected campground based on proximity to interstate. Loud traffic drove us to stay inside our camper instead of enjoying outside.
Site was unlevel and took three boards to fix side to side, disconnected from TV to fix fore/aft. Concrete pad was all the way forward on the site while connections were over midway back making it so we couldn’t use both easily. Had to park father back to reach connections which was where the site dropped off (causing us to use extra boards to level). We moved the picnic table back towards the camper, otherwise it would have been by our truck’s doors.
Bathrooms were clean, but dated with rusty stall doors. Be aware there are speed humps throughout the campground. No fire pit on our site, but other sites had them. Not sure if we were allowed a fire as such.
For overnight guests, I would recommend asking for sites up near the front of the park, as they appeared newer and more level, although less trees. I would avoid the row next to the bathrooms on the far side of the lake as they appeared to be the most unlevel, like the one we chose based on the website (site 41). Be aware that some of the outer ring sites in the wooded area on the far side are pull-in sites, not pull-thru or back-in, which could make it challenging if you want to drop your trailer and leave.
We would stay again in a pinch, but this isn’t a destination.
ScoutVisited new years eve weekend and the campground was relatively quiet. The vault toilet was well stocked with toilet paper and kept clean, but there was some trash around the campground. The dock on the lake is nice and there were several people fishing. Good location for hunting the surrounding WMAs. The 3 star review is primarily due to the camping spots marked in cross ties are narrow and some spots are difficult to get a larger camper in. I would visit again.
TravelerEasy to find/check-in/set up. Large, popular site right off 75. Highway noise did not interfere with sleeping. Clean grounds/facilities.
GuideCampground was nice and quiet. A little traffic noise but not too bad. It had a boat dock and pier to observe the St. Marks River. The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day. We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset. There are so many beautiful sights in the area. We visited Alligator Point and Bald Point State Park. We saw a bald eagle and so many other species of birds. I will return. The host was gracious and very informative. They did have some trouble with the restrooms, they were closed for a short time when we arrived and closed again before we left. However, we did use the showers and the bathhouse was clean when it was operational. I would recommend this camp if you are exploring the area and there is a lot to explore.
RangerThis “resort” had great reviews so we decided to stay there while visiting Wild Adventures. All sites were pull throughs which I was happy about because I went without my husband and I can’t back well. When we got there we were in a site directly behind the office and it was super narrow. With my long camper I could not make the turn and keep the trailer in the pad. I ended up still having to back up to get my trailer wheels to stay on the pad. There was a tree very close on the passenger side as well and I ended up extremely close to it but could not get away from it due to the size of the camper and needing to be able to have room for my slides in the front. Also the sewer hookups were at the very back of the site. Even with 2 ten foot hoses I could not reach the hookup and ended up having to find a dump station later. They did have a dump station but I’m front of the office but with the way the driveway exited and the length of my trailer it would have been extremely hard to turn it to and go back in the entrance so I just left without dumping. The place did have a bath house which was clean and conscientious to our site since we were right beside the office which it was attached to. There was also a pool which looked nice but we were not able to use because it was closed both nights by the time we could have gone to use it. It would have been great if it stayed open later. There was also a playground in the front of the park near the road laundry was available as well. Despite the fact that cable was advertised as being available they no longer offered it so be prepared to use a streaming service or watch movies. There was a small store with supplies and souvenirs. The office staff were very nice and helpful. The park was clean and kept up. If I had to stay in the area again however I would probably find a campground with larger sites. Also because my trailer was so long and I was driving a F350 I had to park angled at the back of the site off the pad slightly otherwise my vehicle would have been in the road.
The Monticello area sits at the intersection of Florida's coastal plains and rolling hills, with elevations ranging between 100-200 feet above sea level. This transition zone creates diverse camping environments from forested highlands to riverside sites. During summer months, temperatures typically reach the low 90s with high humidity, while winter nights can dip into the 40s, making spring and fall ideal for glamping close to Monticello, Florida.
ATV trail riding: High Bluff Campground offers direct access to trails for off-road enthusiasts. According to one visitor, "There are plenty of campsites to pick from even with about 6 other campers; space to spread out from others. Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot."
Wildlife watching: Lake Talquin State Forest provides opportunities to see native Florida wildlife including alligators. One camper reported, "Caught a beautiful sunset over the lake and saw a massive gator hanging out by the fishing pier. The gator was back in the morning as I was enjoying my cup of coffee out on the pier!"
Goat interaction: For a unique experience, Goat House Farm lets visitors camp alongside friendly goats. A recent camper shared, "The male goats hang out right beside you and your tents. (Be sure to keep your tents closed or they will sleep with you too, ha!) The kids absolutely loved it."
Fishing: Multiple sites around Monticello offer fishing access, particularly at High Bluff where anglers can use the dedicated pier. As one visitor noted, "It looks like most people go there to fish. Still a lovely place to stay. Bring your fishing pole."
Natural swimming options: Within 30 minutes of Monticello, you can find natural springs. A camper at Newport Park Campground mentioned, "Madison Blue spring is a quick drive and SO beautiful."
Sunset viewing: The St. Marks lighthouse area provides spectacular sunset viewing opportunities. According to a visitor, "We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset. There are so many beautiful sights in the area."
Quiet camping experiences: For those seeking solitude, some campgrounds offer peaceful surroundings away from crowds. One Lake Talquin camper wrote, "You have to love the loneliness here. From Sunday to Monday we have been the only ones. Then it becomes really lonely, dark and quiet out here."
Shaded sites: Many campgrounds feature mature tree coverage. At Eagles Roost RV Resort, a camper described, "Trees so wooly with spanish moss you wonder when fleecing day is."
Seasonal insects: Certain times of year bring increased insect activity. One camper at High Bluff Campground warned, "4 stars for no water or electric hookups... Also I don't do spiders and they are all over the place here... And HUUUUGEEE at that."
Limited cell service: Many natural camping areas have spotty coverage. A visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park reported, "There is close zero cell reception and they have wifi but we really weren't able to connect and use it. Very spotty."
Road conditions: Some campgrounds require travel on unpaved roads. According to a Lake Talquin camper, "The last 3 miles are dirt road, but in good condition as long as you can stay in the middle without traffic."
Varying bathroom facilities: Facilities range from full modern restrooms to basic pit toilets or none at all. One camper noted about High Bluff, "We were in a van and did not try the pit toilets."
Book cabins early: Luxury glamping options near Monticello, Florida fill quickly during peak seasons. At Jellystone Park, a family reported, "We RV camped site 10 and it was very spacious sitting right on the lake. This is such a great place for people with ATVs."
Plan for wildlife encounters: Educational opportunities abound with proper preparation. One camper at Holiday Campground shared, "Nice little CG on the bay with a good number of direct bayfront sites. Some with pine trees for shade."
Check pool hours: Several campgrounds close swimming facilities early. A Jellystone visitor advised, "This is a great place for kids, yogi showed up on a golf cart that was sweet but the other kids were sleeping."
Consider noise levels: Highway-adjacent campgrounds may have traffic noise. At Eagles Roost, a camper mentioned, "Highway noise did not interfere with sleeping."
Site dimensions: Some locations have narrow sites challenging for larger rigs. An Eagles Roost camper cautioned, "When we got there we were in a site directly behind the office and it was super narrow. With my long camper I could not make the turn and keep the trailer in the pad."
Hookup placement: Sewer connections aren't always conveniently located. One RVer reported, "Also the sewer hookups were at the very back of the site. Even with 2 ten foot hoses I could not reach the hookup and ended up having to find a dump station later."
Easy-access options: For those uncomfortable with backing, seek pull-through sites. A camper noted, "All sites were pull throughs which I was happy about because I went without my husband and I can't back well."
Dump station availability: Plan ahead for waste disposal. An RVer advised, "They did have a dump station but in front of the office but with the way the driveway exited and the length of my trailer it would have been extremely hard to turn it to and go back in the entrance."
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