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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Bell, FL

793 Reviews

Hart Springs Park accommodates pets in tent, RV, and cabin sites with full hookups and spacious sites for multiple dogs to comfortably stay. Campers appreciate the walking trail that connects the campground to the swimming area, making it convenient for morning dog walks before a day at the springs. Otter Springs Park & Campground similarly welcomes pets with tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options. The large field behind the campground provides an excellent area for exercising dogs, with the outside edge kept mowed specifically for pet walking. Both parks maintain clean facilities with hot showers, making it comfortable for both humans and their four-legged companions.

The natural springs provide refreshing recreation for families while pets can enjoy the shaded trails nearby. Hart Springs features a half-mile boardwalk along the springs and Suwannee River where leashed dogs can accompany their owners for scenic walks. Gilchrist County's strict no-alcohol policies at these parks help maintain a family-friendly atmosphere for responsible pet owners. Tent campers should note they'll be surrounded by RVs at Hart Springs, though the sites remain spacious. Weather conditions occasionally affect spring access, with seasonal flooding sometimes limiting swimming areas. The nearest veterinary services are available in Chiefland, about 20-25 minutes from Bell, with a Walmart Supercenter for pet supplies in the same location. Most campers bring golf carts or bicycles to navigate between campgrounds and springs, as the walking trails can be lengthy with pets in tow.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Bell, Florida (134)

    1. Ginnie Springs Outdoors

    55 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 454-7188

    $45 - $60 / night

    "This is clearly one of the best natural springs in all of Florida complete with 250 wooded acres of pure Florida wilderness."

    "Find any spot where your car fits and park behind it in the woods. No dogs allowed which is sad. But the waters are beautiful and refreshing."

    2. Manatee Springs State Park Campground

    69 Reviews
    Chiefland, FL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 493-6072

    $20 / night

    "Great campsites, trails, swimming spring, kayaking and canoeing, boardwalks, and the wildlife, oh my word the wildlife."

    "Easy access to the park and quick and painless check-in process with reservations. The main road in the campground is fine but the roads to the sites are gravel with potholes."

    3. Hart Springs Park

    20 Reviews
    Fanning Springs, FL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 463-3444

    $35 - $250 / night

    "Hart Springs is a county park in Gilchrist County in Bell, FL. It’s our go to place near some of our favorite Florida Springs when they are not available."

    "Hart Springs was just the right temperature on a hot summer day and a perfect location to enjoy Wild Zora Bars."

    4. Otter Springs Park & Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fanning Springs, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 463-0800

    "Located in the town of Trenton, Florida is this gem of a spot loved by the locals and tourists alike."

    "I didn’t actually stay overnight here, but biked over from the nearby Hart Springs campground. Nice facility with fully shaded spots among Florida forest."

    5. Dogwood Campground — O'Leno State Park

    39 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 454-1853

    $18 / night

    "Clean bathrooms, pet friendly. Hiking trails, kayaking and playground."

    "Plus they are pet friendly! The picture attached is one of my first memories here :)"

    6. Ellie Ray's RV Resort & Lounge

    12 Reviews
    Branford, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 935-9518

    "Speaking of NYE they had a Motley Crew cover band, social distancing and masks are not a thing in this part of Florida, like the posters from the health department don't even mention masks, so if COVID"

    "Bathrooms within walking distance. Pool and hot tub are great."

    7. Suwannee River Bend RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Fanning Springs, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 542-7680

    "Restaurant choices are limited in the area, and the nearby towns are mostly run down. After 6 weeks, we probably won’t be back for awhile, but it’s not because of the campground."

    "Extras: Club house, boat ramp, ice machine, small child gym set, dog wash, dog run, boat slips."

    8. Moonshine Acres RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 744-6378

    $50 - $65 / night

    "An off leash dog park, 24hr rec room, general store, and restroom facilities. Would definitely recommend if in the area."

    "Many amenities including game room, dog park, playground, general store and more to come!"

    9. Otter Springs Resort Park and Campground

    5 Reviews
    Fanning Springs, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 463-0800

    "We were tent camping and got us an unmarked spot next to the main spring. There’s a review here that there’s a hot spring which there isn’t."

    "Lots of squirrels, and they say that raccoons are around, though none have been spotted. The camp store has wood for $6. The TMobile signal is zero. Verizon is good."

    10. Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    High Springs, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 775-3663

    $18 / night

    "Trails are cool but were not very well maintained. If you happen to be nearby, go, but don't go waay out of the way for it."

    "Right around the corner from Ginnie Springs. There are plenty of camping spots that are in open areas or hidden in the woods. The springs are amazing."

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  • Robin M.
    Sep. 28, 2018

    Cedar Blessings RV Park

    Great family owned campground

    Nice, well kept campground. Bathrooms are clean . Laundry room and supply store on site.

    Pet friendly with a nice large fenced dog park . Swimming pool on site. Owners are very nice . Campground has tent area. The whole park makes you feel very welcomed. Nearby are lots of hiking trails , inshore and offshore fishing bird watching, dolphin and sunset tours. Bring or rent kayaks, canoes. Something for all ages . Beautiful little town of cedar key where you meet such nice people.

  • M
    Apr. 30, 2022

    Ichetucknee Family Canoe and Cabins

    Great fun for the family.

    Best campsite I've been to so far! With the state park close by, you can go tubing, kayaking or just for a swim. The office has pool tables and games for kids to enjoy. The staff are incredibly friendly. There's also a lot of friendly animals that live on the property, such as goats, a donkey, chickens, dogs and cats. It's a wonderful family friendly experience for all. Bring your friendly pets too! Very pet friendly.

  • Steve N.
    Oct. 20, 2020

    Suwannee River Hideaway Campground

    Nice quiet campground

    This is a very nicely kept campground. Clean full hookups or tent camping area. Nice layout and spaced spots. Clean pool and bathrooms great long board walk that leads to the Swanee River. Pet friendly with pet walk area. Staff was very friendly and accommodating small lake with catch and release fish got a few nice size cat fish and had a get visit by a baby gator   Off the beaten path I would highly recommend staying here

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 30, 2023

    Perry KOA

    Another hurricane victim

    Another KOA on our trip to circumnavigate Florida. Another KOA recovering from hurricane damage. But, they do have some things open: the rv sites are open, the dog park (a nice large dog park), the hot tub. They have propane and a limited store. There are also tent sites and cabins. Lots of large live oaks with Spanish moss survived the storm as well. It is about an hour from the Suwannee River State Park where you can see Manatees in the clear waters of the spring.

  • R
    Sep. 17, 2021

    Suwannee River Bend RV Park

    We’ve stayed here twice

    We stayed here in April of 2021. Our stay was originally scheduled for 2 weeks, but we ended up adding 2 more weeks in May. April was full of snowbirds, but it cleared out quite a bit on the first. We ended up returning in early July for 2 more weeks. July was buggy and wet, but that’s life in that area.

    Restaurant choices are limited in the area, and the nearby towns are mostly run down. After 6 weeks, we probably won’t be back for awhile, but it’s not because of the campground. The place is great.

    They have a nice dog park, and are extremely dog friendly. There weren’t many kids for our son to play with though. We had hoped for more kids while school was out, but no luck.

    If you get a spot in the 20s down near the Belle, you’ll hear music on weekend evenings. They close early, and it’s not too loud, so it won’t disturb your nights.

    WiFi is sketchy at best, and cell service wasn’t great, but it’s there.

  • Clayton D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 8, 2022

    Grand Lake

    Another great experience!

    We wereet at the entrance by a gentleman in a golf cart. He brought us directly to our site, and helped us get squared away. He recommended the local restaurant for dinner. Not a lot of options, but all the options were good!

    Great dog park, 2 separate zones!!!

    This is a golf/ lake community that is like the old TV shows. People walking dogs, riding golf carts, and meeting at the club house. We will return when we have more time to stay!

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Starke-Gainesville NE KOA

    Better than average KOA

    Large sites. Very nice pool. First rate laundry facilities. Great playground and dog park.

  • C
    Jun. 14, 2021

    Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort and Campground

    So much to do!!!

    So fun! Awesome dog parks, chicken poop bingo (yes, you read that right!), pigeon races, movie and ice cream nights….too much to list! Easy to get around with RV.

  • Donni D.
    May. 30, 2020

    Ocala North RV Park

    Enjoyable

    I have stayed here a few times. Very enjoyable and I always look forward to coming back. It's going through some renovations. New owners have paved all the spaces, the shower house has been redone, they are digging a beautiful pond in front. They have a little dog park, walking trails, off property is a nice bike ride, huge swimming pool, activities, laundry room and friendly people. At night the stars are amazing. Close to 1-75 and reasonable rates. This is a good place to stay.

Guide to Bell

Discover the joy of camping with your furry friends near Bell, Florida, where several well-reviewed campgrounds welcome pets and offer a range of amenities and activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there pet-friendly trails at Bell Mountain?

The Bell Mountain area offers several pet-friendly hiking trails where you can bring your dog. Near Ocala North RV Park, you'll find accessible walking trails that welcome leashed dogs. Goethe Trailhead Ranch Campground provides peaceful trails through natural Florida landscapes where dogs can join you on adventures. When hiking with dogs in this region, bring plenty of water, watch for wildlife, and be prepared to clean up after your pet. Most trails require dogs to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet for wildlife protection and visitor safety.

Are dogs allowed at Bell Mountain campgrounds?

Yes, dogs are generally allowed at campgrounds around Bell Mountain. Suwannee River Hideaway Campground is pet-friendly with dedicated pet walk areas and clean facilities. Similarly, Cedar Blessings RV Park offers a large fenced dog park where your four-legged friends can play off-leash. Many campgrounds in the Bell area welcome pets but typically require them to be leashed when outside designated pet areas. Always check specific pet policies when making reservations as requirements may vary by campground.

What are the pet restrictions for camping at Bell Mountain?

Pet restrictions at Bell Mountain campgrounds typically include keeping dogs on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside designated off-leash areas. Perry KOA offers a large dog park for off-leash play while requiring leashes elsewhere in the campground. At Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort, pets must be supervised at all times and are not permitted in certain shared amenity areas such as pools or dining facilities. Most campgrounds require proof of current vaccinations, limit the number of pets per site (usually 2-3), and expect owners to clean up after their pets. Excessive barking is generally not tolerated.

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