Best Cabin Camping near Callahan, FL

Rustic cabins near Callahan provide comfortable accommodations within driving distance of Jacksonville and the Florida-Georgia border. Crooked River State Park Campground offers two-bedroom cottages with full kitchens, screened porches, and fire pits. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park features cabin rentals with picnic tables and access to beach areas. Flamingo Lake RV Resort provides lakefront cabins with modern amenities and water views. "The cottage was very clean with an exceptional view of Crooked River. Our family loved s'mores under the stars and twisted coastal trees. There is a jumbo picnic table and fire pit. Coming back to AC and a private bathroom after a full day of hiking is worth the nightly price tag," noted one visitor.

Cabin options include both basic and deluxe accommodations depending on location and budget. Crooked River State Park's cottages sleep up to four people with two bedrooms and one bathroom, while some are designated pet-friendly with additional fees. Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins provides rustic accommodations near the famous swamp. Jacksonville North-St. Marys KOA offers standard KOA-style cabins with convenient amenities. Reservations are essential, particularly during peak seasons from spring through fall. A camper wrote, "We spent a pleasant long weekend in this 2-br cottage with a peaceful view of the river. Full kitchen, screened-in porch, and a fire ring outside."

Most cabin rentals provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties - Crooked River cottages include well-stocked kitchens with appliances, while more rustic options may only offer basic cooking equipment. Camp stores at locations like Flamingo Lake RV Resort and Pecan Park RV Resort stock essential items, though prices tend to be higher than at grocery stores. Visitors staying at cabins near Callahan should check specific amenity lists before arrival, as some properties like Little Talbot Island State Park Campground provide more primitive cabin experiences without indoor plumbing. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "The kitchen is well stocked, minus a cutting board. I was surprised to find supplies at the cottage like paper towels, toilet paper, and dishwasher pods."

Best Cabin Sites Near Callahan, Florida (19)

    1. Flamingo Lake RV Resort

    18 Reviews
    Jacksonville, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (904) 766-0672

    "Flamingo lake is a blast, most notably for the inflatable slides. The kids go absolutely crazy and can’t get enough of the water park area."

    "Only thing I’d say is it would be nice to have a fire pit/ring at each site. I’m not sure if there is a fire code or something that prevents it so it may not be feasible."

    2. Jacksonville North-St. Marys KOA

    34 Reviews
    Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 729-3232

    "This campground is pet friendly.. they have a dog park area and doggie biscuits at the check in desk."

    "Pet friendly with accommodations for your pets to play."

    3. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

    96 Reviews
    Atlantic Beach, FL
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (904) 255-6767

    $12 - $30 / night

    "Located in Jacksonville, Florida this state park is one of the most impressive places we’ve stayed. The surroundings make you feel as if you’re staying in a jungle."

    "Campground is great for a few reasons, one of which is that you feel like you’re camping in the woods vice pulling into an RV parking lot."

    4. Crooked River State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 882-5256

    $38 - $275 / night

    "This review is for CRSP Cottage 10, a 2 bedroom, 4 bed, 1 bath, pet friendly house down a quiet road within the park. The park staff at the gift shop were very kind and engaged."

    "We spent a pleasant long weekend here in this 2-br cottage with a peaceful view of the river. Full kitchen, screened-in porch, and a fire ring outside."

    5. Pecan Park RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Callahan, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (904) 751-6770

    "For the $$$ per night we were not able to use the cable TV as it was being worked on while we were there as well as the wifi was down. No compensation was offered."

    "Park looks fairly new with clean, level paved sites and smooth roads. Easy access into and around the park for big rigs and the premium spots towards the front are worth it."

    6. Little Talbot Island State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Atlantic Beach, FL
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (904) 251-2320

    $24 / night

    "Simply put, the ‘surf’ side of Little Talbot Island State Park is all white capped oceanfront and white sand beach paradise with its opposing side strategically located across the street is the ‘turf’"

    "The camp grounds are on intercostal side of the park. The beach is the other side of the road.

    My site was secluded and surrounded by lush natural vegetation and huge oak trees."

    7. Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins and Campground

    14 Reviews
    Folkston, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 496-4472

    $29 - $159 / night

    "Located right across George Highway 23 from the entrance to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, this is easy access to the facilities at the refuge."

    "Make sure to be a responsible pet parent and bring your dog's vaccine paperwork! The wifi was great - I used it for two days to work with no issues at all."

    8. Eagle Hammock RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 573-5262

    "Laundry facilities are nice and kept clean. Have not used showers but they are available. Nice walking trail near by as well as small lake."

    "WiFi, cable, FHU, bathhouse, washer/dryer. Access to the exchange and commissary. The grounds are well kept, the staff are awesome, and everyone is friendly."

    9. Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Fargo, GA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 637-5274

    $40 - $175 / night

    "This is off the beaten path but worth it. Make sure you have groceries before turning onto 177.  Once inside the camping area it is very quiet and peaceful."

    "It had water & electric, picnic table, fire pit, it was perfect. There is a dump station onsite.  It's nice to walk the campground there's a lot of shade. "

    10. Island Oaks RV Resort

    12 Reviews
    Sanderson, FL
    29 miles
    Website

    $60 - $79 / night

    "The park is conveniently located off I-75 just outside of Jacksonville.

    The park itself is well-maintained - clean and has great amenities."

    "We never had to leave the park, they had EVERYTHING."

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Cabin Reviews near Callahan, FL

360 Reviews of 19 Callahan Campgrounds


  • R
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Crooked River State Park Campground

    Time slows down here

    This review is for CRSP Cottage 10, a 2 bedroom, 4 bed, 1 bath, pet friendly house down a quiet road within the park. The park staff at the gift shop were very kind and engaged. They collected our balance and $50.00 pet fee there. Not all cottages are pet friendly. Cottage 10 is...so plan ahead! Despite that, there was 0 smell when we entered the cottage. It was very clean! Exceptional view of Crooked River! Our family of four loved s’mores under the stars and twisted coastal trees. There is a jumbo picnic table and fire pit. Carrying meals out was no issue and so much less exhausting than cooking on the Coleman stove and dealing with gear and tents. That’s also a fun experience, but coming back to AC and a private bathroom after a full day of hiking Cumberland Island is worth the nightly price tag. One day it poured. We comfortably watched the storm from the cozy screened-in porch. The kitchen is well stocked, minus a cutting board. No biggie. Made do. I always travel with a reliable and sharpened kitchen knife, kitchen scissors, and my trusty cast iron pan. But I was surprised to find supplies at the cottage like paper towels, toilet paper, and dish washer pods. The beds are comfortable and the linens and towels are clean and plentiful. It was a great experience and we would love to return.

  • Latika Y.
    Nov. 30, 2021

    Crooked River State Park Campground

    Great jumping off point for Cumberland Island

    We spent a pleasant long weekend here in this 2-br cottage with a peaceful view of the river. Full kitchen, screened-in porch, and a fire ring outside. We t in a short nature walk along the river, but this cottage made an especially great jumping off point to catch the ferry in St. Mary’s for a day trip (with bikes) to Cumberland Island. It poured the whole day, so we felt especially grateful for the dry cabin and ability to cook food upon return. Would definitely return and would bring the kayaks to use in the park next time. Be sure to also check out the tabby sugar works ruins just down the road from the park!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 16, 2023

    Little Talbot Island State Park Campground

    Little Camping Gem w/ Surf & Turf

    Simply put, the ‘surf’ side of Little Talbot Island State Park is all white capped oceanfront and white sand beach paradise with its opposing side strategically located across the street is the ‘turf’ that hosts some 3 dozen or so campsites in lush, verdant foliage completely encapsulating the campground in a jungle-like canopy of ancient Oaks complete with signature draping Spanish moss. While there’s definitely oceanfront camping options out there, particularly in Florida, what is quite unique about Little Talbot is that while you will be able to access the beach and ocean, you aren’t parked right in front of it. In fact, you’ll have a decent hike or a short ride to get to the seaside from your campsite. 

    Serene beaches await you on this remote barrier island where snake-like river inlets provide ample kayaking, canoeing, paddle-boarding and boating options further inland, while choppy waves from the frolicking Atlantic Ocean will beckon you further east. Beachside, you’ll discover that there’s half a dozen or so picnic shelters running parallel to the seaside, along with a perfectly paved bicycling / running pathway along with dedicated restroom and shower facilities. Just over the sand dunes, you will arrive at some of the most pristine, well-kept beaches in Florida’s entire eastern coastline. 

    With the actual campground in mind, there’s 3 circular loops or ‘neighborhoods’ that the campsites are organized around – on the far eastern side are sites 1-10, and by far, these are the most secluded, but also IMHO, the best of all the sites. There’s great growth here between each individual campsite, so while you’ll hear (and likely see) your neighbors, there is a decent amount of privacy. The second set of sites 11– 20 sit in the center of the campground and nearest to the bathroom and shower facilities (which are just OK BTW), but offer somewhat better waterviews of Myrtle Creek and further beyond that, Simpson Creek. These sites are much more open and don’t offer much if any privacy. The third set of sites is on the far western side of the campground and feels the most dated and in dire need of some TLC as most of the sites I saw were overgrown with substantial leaf pile-up on the picnic tables, which were pretty dilapidated anyway. 

    As far as amenities are concerned, bearing in mind this campground leans more basic, rustic and primitive, you'll find: 20 / 30 amp electricity, fresh water, decent fire ring w/ BBQ lid and picnic tables.  There is a laundry facility along with two bathhouses and there is a proper trash dumpster upon exiting the campground.  There's a decent kayak / canoe launch (and if you don't have your own, Kayak Amelia located just a 1/4 mile up the road has rentals) on the western periphery of the campground where there is a short dock for casting a fishing line along with a bait cleaning station.  The kiddos will discover a nearly brand new playground (although submerged by water when we were there) and a group campfire circle for larger groups offered on a first-come, first-served basis

    Insider’s tips? Here's a few: (1) If you’d like to get a good hike on, well, of course you have the 7 miles of unspoiled beach shoreline, but if you’re looking for something further inland there is a small nature loop that is pretty nice and is located at the campground; (2) Up in these parts, you have to mind the timing for low and high tide, so when checking in, ask the park rangers and they’ll get you all squared away; (3) no pets on the beach or boardwalks; and (4) If you need a break from roasting hotdogs and beans fireside, head due south to The Sand Dollar for some pretty great seafood while overlooking St. Johns River with Jacksonville as a backdrop. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Tracy L H.
    Jul. 11, 2019

    Camp Chowenwaw Park

    Ranger Review: ICEMULE Cooler at Camp Chowenwaw Park Treehouse Point

    Florida has many many different camping options.  I was looking for something unique and different from what I'd done before and this place popped up on my radar.  Definitely Different and Unique for Florida. And the perfect place to review my icemulecoolers.com 

    Campground Review:

    Camp Chowenwaw is located in Green Cove Springs, FL adjacent to the St. John's River and on Black Creek.  It was a Girl Scout Camp for 70 years and is now owned and operated by Clay County, FL (https://www.claycountygov.com/departments/parks-and-recreation/camp-chowenwaw-park).  There are many different styles of camping available here with lots of privacy between the different sections.  

    I chose to camp in the Treehouse Point for a weekend where there are 9 Treehouses available for camping.  A group of us went and had Treehouse #4 and #5.  Each screened in non electric Treehouse slept 4 in bunk beds.  There were several central fire rings with a picnic table/benches throughout the unit.  A shared bathhouse with toilets, sinks, lights, and hot showers was available in the unit also.  There was a central dining hall for all of Treehouse Point with electric, lights, fans, inside fireplace, stove, refrigerator, sink area, and porch with outside charcoal grill and picnic table.  

    Even with sharing the dinning hall with other campers it was great since it was big enough and everyone was friendly.  The Treehouses are spread out with some trees in between so they are semi private.  The pool is available but doesn't open til 10 am where as we were all ready to go earlier since it was HOT.  It was very enjoyable but HOT in July with no electric in the Treehouses.  We had no issues with mosquitoes or yellow flies and the frogs serenaded us every night loudly, so that was a cool experience.  We had decided not to take kayaks since there was a bit of a walk into our area and we didn't want to leave them in the parking area on our vehicles, which turned out to be a good decision because the kayak launch was under repairs.  They are planning on upgrading a lot so it should be great soon.  They recently upgraded and replaced the fishing pier and its awesome.  We are planning to go again in the Fall when its cooler.  I would recommend this place for a unique experience.  On a side note:  Green Cove Springs has a pool also in a community park on the St. John's River that is spring fed and would be a cool stop.

    ........................................

    Product Review:

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get to test products.  A Camp Chowenwaw I tested the icemulecoolers.com.  I got the ICEMULE Pro XL (33L which equals 24 cans plus ice) in Camo.

    1.  What I loved about the ICEMULE was that I could wear it like a backpack and be comfortable and free my hands for something else.

    2.  I loved that the straps were wide and comfortable.

    3.  I also loved that the chest cross strap could be moved up and down to make it more comfortable for women to use the chest cross strap.

    4.  The straps had lots of room to make smaller or larger so it will be great fit  for a variety of people and body styles.

    5.  It kept my ice solid for three days in the FL heat.

    6.  It has a port to add air to enhance the coolers insulation.

    7.  It holds A LOT!!  I had 9 bottles of Propel water and 2 bags of grapes and 1 whole bag of ice.  It wasn't too heavy and there was room for much more.

    Only draw back I had was that the camo style is fabric and tends to sweat a lot.  The other colors are vinyl and don't seem to sweat.

    I'm ready to use my ICEMULE Cooler again.  I even want to take it kayaking and get some more accessories for it from their site like a dry bag and a waterproof box.

  • Carlyne F.
    Feb. 20, 2021

    Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

    Kathryn Abby Hanna State Park, FL

    Located in Jacksonville, Florida this state park is one of the most impressive places we’ve stayed. The surroundings make you feel as if you’re staying in a jungle. The park is massive and offers cabins, RV sites and tent sites. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well kept. The park offers a variety of activities including mountain biking trails, access to a lake and several beaches. We spent one day fishing and had a great time! Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table, along with full hook ups. The store has everything you could possibly need and sells firewood and propane. Book online to see photos of what each site looks like to make sure you get as much space as you need for your size rig.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 1, 2021

    Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins and Campground

    So Close to Okefenokee You Can Breathe It In!

    Super close to Okefenokee Swamp (actually, any closer, you’d be in it!). Strategically located right down the street to the park entrance, this is likely the very closest to camping near Okefenokee you’ll come. Of course, you could try to camp INSIDE Okefenokee, but that’s quite challenging as you’ll need to book well in advance and kayak / canoe/ boat to get to the primitive sites that are there (more on this in another review from inside Okefenokee). Here, you don’t have to think about anything. Just rock up, pitch your tent, park your RV or open the door to the wooden cabins they rent. The place is incredibly compact and tight, but if you don’t mind rubbing elbows with your neighbors in exchange for waking up early the next morning to be one of the first to get zapped by the mosquitos in the south’s most infamous swampland, then you’ve come to the right place. Great news is that you are far enough removed from civilization, you won’t miss it (or hear/ see it!), but if you do need anything, Okefenokee Pastimes has you covered with a campground store where you can find those commonly forgotten things, get snacks, drinks, candy, ice cream, ice and even trinkets from local craftsman as well as some beginner and advanced astronomy equipment from time to time as well as a view into one of the darkest, natural skies on the East cost (this place is also rated as one of the top 10 in the Country!).  And if you can't find what you need here at Pastimes, no worries, the nearby town of Folkston has you covered with its many restaurants (mostly fast food joints), gas stations, grocery stores and typical small town shopping.

    Pastimes has excellent paved / milling parking pads & roads, built-in fire pits at all sites, relatively new / well-maintained wooden picnic tables as well as natural grass boundaries that both separates and surrounds all sites. There are many wildflower areas to attract pollinators and hummingbirds (with the campground's own distinct, bespoke hummingbird area), a small patio / dock area where you can feed the fish, watch the hummingbirds and / or just sit back, soak it all in and relax. A covered, lit pergola, complete with picnic tables, built-in benches and a top-end charcoal grill to cook at while overlooking the pond area.  There's also a small, fenced-in dog park that's perfect for keeping your furry friends active and engaged (they even provide pet toys!).  Nearby, there's a small playground, swing set and small yard game areas (think horseshoes, badminton, volleyball, jenga and jarts!).  Beyond playtime activities, there's a proper laundry room with 2 sets of washers and dryers (with only 1 key given to a single guest at a time, so you have a real sense of privacy. This place scores extra points for having a book exchange and even offers up DVD's and VCR tape rentals (take that Blockbuster!).  The best part about Pastimes?  Unlike many other campgrounds that are well lit, Pastimes actually has a policy where they turn off all their lights at night so as not to contribute to light pollution and to preserve the most amazing star-gazing experiences you will ever have (OK, at least hear near Okefenokee - sorry, star-gazing in the Nordics is still the best IMHO!).

    Insider’s tip? You’ve made it this close to Okefenokee, it’s important that you get out early – that’s when you’ll see the gators at their most active and we’re you’ll land some great photos – albeit from the bow of a canoe or kayak, which you can easily rent at the refuge itself.  Also, while at Pastimes, do ensure you get out to spy on the many dragonflies, shouldered hawks, butterflies, squirrels, barn owls, armadillos and woodpeckers (obviously, be sure to pack your binoculars).

    Happy Camping!

  • Mark
    Dec. 18, 2022

    Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

    Into the woods

    This is the third time this year I’ve been to this campground. I came here in February this year, then brought the family in July and now I’m here solo in December. Campground is great for a few reasons, one of which is that you feel like you’re camping in the woods vice pulling into an RV parking lot. You get full hook ups, a picnic table and a fire ring for an unbelievable price. It has great access to a very long strip of beach, which is awesome news if you’re a surfer or just a beach lover. They have miles of off-road biking trails, which seems to be a big draw for a lot of folks that come here. It can get a little noisy at night even after the 10 PM quiet hours. The camping store is good and overall i would highly recommend this campground.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2023

    Pecan Park RV Resort

    Gridlike RV Highway Pitstop

    This is a state-of-the-art RV destination, easily accessed by exiting I-95 and driving westward for less than a minute. Located just due north of Jacksonville, you'll be able to easily spot Pecan Park just as you exit all of the busy traffic(as you head northerly) and city mayhem to Florida's largest city. What this RV parking lot lacks in terms of personality, sense of community and absence of unmanicured natural surroundings makes up for in terms of ease of accessibility from the country's busiest east coast highways and brand spanking newness. While not a destination IMHO, this gigantic concrete paved, diagonally slanted RV parking lot might be a good place to layover as you are traveling to your ultimate destination. 

    The office, grounds, recreation area(s), laundry room, restrooms / shower facilities and adjoining pool are all fairly brand new and very well kept. The pet-friendly RV park itself is incredibly organized in single-lined fashioned with 1-way directions keeping the flow orderly. There’s decent space between slots for both parking and makeshift outdoor living with plenty of room to roll-out the shade from your RV home from the perfectly poured and 100% level concrete pad you will be parked on. While there’s not a lot of attractions around the park, its proximity to I-95 makes this very attractive for a single night layover. And if you've got your fishing pole and looking for a little distraction, there is a nearby lake, albeit small, for some interesting catch & release fishing. Other amenities include: picnic tables, stone-encased fire rings, full hook-ups (20 / 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage), back-in and pull-through slots to chose from, WiFi, LP gas, horseshoe pit and on-site storage. 

    Insider's tips? Here's a few: (1) As this is not a destination location, I would recommend you get in late and leave early in order to make the most of your time enjoying the location you are really traveling towards; (2) If you are planning on staying here at Pecan Park for any length of time and want to explore some of the great natural surroundings around Jacksonville, I highly recommend checking out the following (all of which are less than 20 minutes from this RV parking lot): Amelia Island SP, Big Talbot Island SP, Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve SP, Little Talbot Island SP; (3) Should you want to explore some great local Florida beaches, head on over to Atlantic Beach which is the northernmost beach in Jacksonville otherwise, you can hit up Huguenot Memorial Park, which has some pretty cool beach access due north of Atlantic Beach over near Mayport where you can see his might Naval installation; (4) Should you need to load up on supplies or groceries while at Pecan Park, if you head due east on Pecan Park Road and south on Main Street, you'll find a Publix in the Duval Station Center; and (5) While you are sitting next to I95, there's actually not much there apart from Love's Travel Stop, but if you head south and get off on the very next exit, you'll hit the comfort food jackpot that includes: Chili's, Chick-Fil-A, Cracker Barrel, Salsas, Olive Garden, BJ's, Mellow Mushroom, Carraba's, Starbucks, Moe's Southwestern, Longhorn, Ruby Tuesday, 5 Guys (and the list goes on). 

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Flamingo Lake RV Resort

    Mega-RV Resort Experience

    If you like things BIG, then you’ll find a very comfortable spot to call home for a few days here at Flamingo Lake RV Resort, perfectly situated in Northern Florida, just a bit above Jacksonville on the beltway. Whether enroute from JAX to a nearby destination or looking for a stopover heading north from Miami or south from anywhere else, Flamingo is a great layover for the RV going crowd. In fact, there are so many incredible amenities, you may actually make this a primary destination – from covering all the basics: water, septic and electric (30/50 amp) hook-ups, grills/ BBQ, picnic tables, perfectly paved level pads (accommodate up to 40 feet length, plus side slide out shades), nice shaded areas, well-maintained bath houses and spartan clean restrooms; to offering up a ton of bonuses: a number of sandy beachhead waterfronts (to a 17-acre lake), perfectly paved pathways and roadways (perfectly laid out for the non-stop parade of golf carts), superb market store stock with all of the basics and sundries, kid’s playgrounds, top-end dining at Flamingo Lake Sunrise Café, large-event pavilions, doggie parks, fishing piers, boat docks, umbrella-strewn patios, aquatic rentals and many other amenities. 

    Don’t have or want to live in an RV? No problem – this place offers up modern rental cabins that are either lakefront or have a very great view of the water. Insider’s tip? While this place seemingly has it all – I would strongly recommend you make it further afield to explore what is best along the Florida-Georgia line – like Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island and Ancient City (aka St. Augustine). Really, the only downside at all to this place is its proximity to I95, which may actually be one of its greatest assets, as it provides ultimate convenience – I just hope all the splashy amenities this place has to offer helps hush the non-stopping swoosh of nearby traffic! 

    Happy Camping!


Guide to Callahan

Camping cabins near Callahan, Florida range from basic wood structures to full-amenity rentals within an hour's drive. Located in northeastern Florida near the Georgia border, this region experiences mild winters and hot, humid summers with average temperatures ranging from 45°F to 92°F throughout the year. The area's low elevation (less than 30 feet above sea level) creates diverse wetland ecosystems with abundant wildlife viewing opportunities around local waterways.

What to do

Stargazing at dark sky locations: Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground offers exceptional night sky viewing with minimal light pollution. "One of those places that makes you feel blessed to live in the South East. Literally in the middle of no where while still being a reasonable drive from Central Florida... The sky here is amazing too. A must visit," notes one camper who visited this Crooked River State Park Campground.

Kayaking through waterways: Explore the extensive water systems that connect many camping areas. A visitor at Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins and Campground shared: "You've made it this close to Okefenokee, it's important that you get out early – that's when you'll see the gators at their most active and we're you'll land some great photos – albeit from the bow of a canoe or kayak, which you can easily rent at the refuge itself."

Mountain biking on trails: Utilize the extensive trail systems at certain parks that offer challenging terrain. "Miles of biking/hiking trails at this park. Great quick getaway for those living in the Jacksonville metro area," commented a visitor about Little Talbot Island State Park Campground.

What campers like

Astronomy opportunities: Some cabin camping locations offer exceptional dark sky viewing. "Dark sky approved you can see all of the stars at night. Kayaking nature trails spacious campsites," said one visitor about Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground.

Wildlife viewing: Early morning or evening wildlife spotting is popular at several parks. "We saw lightening bugs, armadillos, and many different waterfowl. All the sites are paved with full hook-up. Love it here," shared a camper at Eagle Hammock RV Park.

Free breakfast amenities: Jacksonville North-St. Marys KOA offers unexpected meal perks with cabin stays. "Free breakfast and super friendly staff. Would stay there again in a heart beat!" noted a visitor at Jacksonville North-St. Marys KOA which offers cabin rentals near Callahan.

What you should know

Mosquito preparation essential: Wetland environments mean biting insects are prevalent year-round. "While functional and fairly clean, the restroom and shower facilities are in dire need of refurbishment... Mosquitos, midges and bugs exist here in swarms that never go away... so bring your repellent as well as smoke fogger machine!" warned a visitor to Little Talbot Island State Park Campground.

Security features: Many campgrounds implement gated systems for guest safety. "Key-coded security gate provides solid safety, especially being located right next to A1A, where the opportunity for random, wandering visitors exist," mentioned a camper about Little Talbot Island.

Sunday alcohol restrictions: Some counties have limitations on alcohol purchases. "NO LIQUOR SALES ON SUNDAY. So don't count on having fun at the Tiki bar if you are staying on Sunday evening," advised a visitor about Island Oaks RV Resort.

Tips for camping with families

Water-based activities for children: Flamingo Lake RV Resort offers unique water recreation that kids enjoy. "Flamingo lake is a blast, most notably for the inflatable slides. The kids go absolutely crazy and can't get enough of the water park area. You can stay the night on your RV or cabin, but be sure to book it far in advance," shared a visitor.

Educational opportunities: Ranger-led programs provide learning experiences. "We traveled for July 4th holiday with our two children. We woke up to the most gorgeous views of the Crooked River. The rangers were excellent during the nature education. We truly enjoyed touching and learning about local wildlife."

Free waffle breakfasts: Some KOA locations provide complimentary morning meals. "Very clean with lots of fun activities like mini golf, pool, jumping pad and a dog run for your pet. They serve free waffles and pancakes in the morning too."

Tips from RVers

Extension cord requirements: Hookup placement varies significantly between parks. "When they designed the park, the hook ups are on the wrong side of the spots. We needed 50 feet and our friends 80 feet of sewage hook ups! The sewer connection is not sink and does not drain properly," warned a visitor at Island Oaks RV Resort.

Navigation challenges: Tight roads affect larger vehicles at some campgrounds. "She TIGHT boy. I drove a commercial truck for years and I had to switch to back us in because it was so tight. We were asked to move our truck multiple times so other people could pull out or back in."

Airport noise considerations: Pecan Park RV Resort experiences plane noise due to its location. "Nice place except for the planes and jets. Wake you in the night," noted one camper, while another recommended: "It's close by a airport try to get sites in the far back peaceful."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Callahan, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Callahan, FL is Flamingo Lake RV Resort with a 3.9-star rating from 18 reviews.

What is the best site to find cabin camping near Callahan, FL?

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