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The Best Dispersed Camping in Florida

Looking for the best Balincort Heights dispersed camping? Dispersed camping gets you off the grid so you can disconnect from the hecticness of everyday life. Find the perfect dispersed campsite for your next adventure.

Balincort Heights

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Separate primitive camping areas available for individual and equestrian camping. Backcountry camping available. Campsites for cars and primitive cabins available. Groups can reserve tent site or cabins up to 90 days in advance. Reservation and fee are required and can be made up to 30 days in advance.

Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park

This wilderness park consists of 113 acres and there is so much to enjoy at this beautiful park. There is an observation tower, bird houses, a paved bike path, you can hike through the nature trails, stroll through the botanical garden and watch the birds and butterflies surround you. There is an outdoor amphitheater and primitive camping for families or group events. Shelters can be reserved for birthday parties or picnics online or you can visit one of the following locations and pay on site.

Dogs are allowed at the park on a 6' leash in designated areas. Please obey signs posted throughout the park.

The Suncoast Trail is located near the park and can be accessed via public roads and sidewalks. View the Florida Greenways and Trails website for more information on maps and other trails to explore.

The Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad, Inc. offers free rides on their scaled down train on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to 3 pm. The train depot is located near Shelter Number 2 by the log cabin. The train can be reserved for birthday parties only by contacting Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad. View the Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad website.

Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park

Hillsborough County E. G. Simmons Regional Park

Enjoy the blue-green Gulf of Mexico waters that lap gently along the sandy beaches of the four islands that make up Anclote Key Preserve State Park - Anclote Key, North Anclote Bar, South Anclote Bar and Three Rooker Island.

The 11,773-acre park is home to at least 43 species of birds, including the American oystercatcher, bald eagle and piping plover.

A picturesque 1887 lighthouse stands as a sentinel on the southern end of the island. Visitors can swim and sunbathe at the beach, fire up a grill and enjoy a picnic, or pitch a tent and enjoy a night of primitive camping under the stars.

There are no provisions offered on the island, so be prepared to bring your own water and supplies.

Anclote Key Preserve State Park

Sertoma Youth Ranch is an 80 acre, wooded retreat located between Brooksville and Dade City, Florida. Experience camping like in the old days, but with the convenience of hot showers and indoor facilities. Set up your tent in our primitive area or bring a camper and hook up with water and electric service. We also have a propane refilling tank and dump station for your convenience. Campfires are allowed in proper receptacles. We welcome well behaved, domestic pets on a leash.

Sertoma Youth Camp

Bicycling
Recreation Description
Approximately 65 miles of multiuse trails.
Bicyclists are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.
Recreation Term
Birding
Recreation Description
Site located on western section of Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
Contact FWC for more information.
Recreation Term
Boating
Recreation Description
Small boat ramp available on River Road.
Withlacoochee River offers remote wilderness experience.
Recreation Term
Canoeing-Paddling
Recreation Description
Small boat ramp available on River Road.
Withlacoochee River offers remote wilderness experience.
Recreation Term
Camping
Recreation Description
Equestrian and Primitive Sites:
Separate sites available for equestrians and primitive camping.
Sites have picnic tables, fire rings and/or grills.
A free reservation is required and must be displayed or available at campground.
Backcountry Camping Sites:
High Bluff , Foster Bridge, Concession Stand and Gator Hole.
Recreation Term
Equestrian
Recreation Description
Approximately 63 miles of multiuse trails.
Riders are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
Each rider must carry proof of horse's current negative Coggins test.
Horse-drawn buggy riding requires a free day-use reservation for buggy access behind locked gate.
Florida law requires equestrians under 16 to wear helmets.
Recreation Term
Fishing
Recreation Description
Along Withlacoochee River; access from River Road and State Road 471.
Contact FWC  for license requirements.
Recreation Term
Hiking
Recreation Description
Approximately 65 miles of multiuse trails.
Approximately 31 miles of Florida National Scenic Trail run through Green Swamp East and West tracts.
Recreation Term
Hunting
Recreation Description
Contact FWC for information regarding license requirements and permits.
FWC rules and regulations must be observed throughout the year.
Recreation Term
Picnic Facilities
Recreation Description
Picnic tables available inside main gate.
A free reservation is required to reserve the pavilion.

Foster Bridge Primitive Site Green Swamp West

Green Swamp — East Tract

Primitive and backcountry camping available.
No amenities available.

Upper Hillsborough Water Management Area

Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites

Overnight primitive camping is permitted only
within the Primitive Camp Zones (PCZ’s)
designated by yellow-banded trees. PCZ
West is located on the west end of the trails
and 1/2 mile north of the Tucker Hill Trailhead. PCZ East is located north of Croom
Road (Forest Road 6) between Forest Road
9 and Nobleton Croom Road approximately
6 miles east from Tucker Hill. Nearby
campgrounds with bathhouses are located at
Hog Island Recreation Area and Silver Lake
Recreation Area

Croom B Loop Primitive Site

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