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    J R.'s photo of tent camping at Little Gopher near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Gopher near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Gopher near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Gopher near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Little Gopher near Canal Point, FL

    1. Little Gopher

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    43 Saves
    Canal Point, Florida

    Camping is permitted during certain times of the year and only in designated campsites, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For information on when and where camping is allowed, consult the regulations summary brochure. See the J.W. Corbett WMA Recreation Guide for campsite locations.

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Loop 4 near Canal Point, FL

    2. Loop 4

    2 Reviews
    5 Photos
    26 Saves
    Canal Point, Florida
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground near Clewiston, FL

    3. Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    4 Saves
    Clewiston, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Johnny A.'s photo of tent camping at Indiantown Marina near Indiantown, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indiantown Marina near Indiantown, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indiantown Marina near Indiantown, FL

    4. Indiantown Marina

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    6 Saves
    Indiantown, Florida

    This recreation area is part of Lake Okeechobee

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Firewood Available
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Indian Prairie Canal RA near Okeechobee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Kitching Creek Primitive Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park near Hobe Sound, FL

    6. Kitching Creek Primitive Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    1 Review
    40 Saves
    Hobe Sound, Florida

    Two backpack camps are available on segments of the Florida Trail. Maps of the trail are available at the ranger station.

    One camp is 5 miles out along the trail, and the other is 9 miles out. A pitcher pump is located near each camp. Water must be treated. Pets are not permitted on this trail and/or at these camps. Collection of firewood is not permitted in Florida State Parks; be sure to pack a stove for cooking.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Scrub Jay Primitive Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park near Hobe Sound, FL

    7. Scrub Jay Primitive Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    1 Review
    20 Saves
    Hobe Sound, Florida
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Peanut Island Campground near North Palm Beach, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Peanut Island Campground near North Palm Beach, FL

    8. Peanut Island Campground

    2 Reviews
    1 Photo
    58 Saves
    North Palm Beach, Florida
    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Quiet Waters Park near Deerfield Beach, FL

    9. Quiet Waters Park

    5 Reviews
    78 Saves
    Deerfield Beach, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    Finn H.'s photo of tent camping at Sawgrass Recreation Park near Weston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Sawgrass Recreation Park near Weston, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Sawgrass Recreation Park near Weston, FL

    10. Sawgrass Recreation Park

    3 Reviews
    1 Photo
    77 Saves
    Weston, Florida

    Sawgrass Recreation Park was previously a fishing camp. Over the next 30 years it transformed from a fishing camp, into a one boat airboat attraction in the 1970’s and finally became one of South Florida’s top destinations for visitors in the new millennium. In 2005, shortly after Hurricane Wilma hit, the Soverns’ family acquired Sawgrass Recreation Park. Since then, the park has expanded the exhibit areas to allow for the adoption and rescue of more reptiles and mammals. Sawgrass has also expanded community relations, offering an annual scholarship to a local student, and forging partnerships with local schools to educate students about the Florida Everglades.

    Our store is well stocked with beverages, snacks, and lunch items. Tent Camping in the Everglades is primitive and available for $20.00 per site, per night. There is a maximum of 2 tents per site. Sites are available 7 days a week (reservations are required). Private guided fishing tours are available with advanced bookings (call for info). Group camping in the Everglades is also available for 20 or more campers (call for special rates). Sites are equipped with a picnic table and a campfire ring. Access to restrooms is a short walk. There are no showers on the property.

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Market
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $10 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near Canal Point, Florida

271 Reviews of 12 Canal Point Campgrounds


  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Apr. 1, 2021

    St Lucie South

    Clean, Quite Sites

    St. Lucie South is a small campground run by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Located just outside Stuart, FL. the site is located on the St. Lucie lock and dam.

    The park is small with only 3 primitive tent sites and maybe 10 RV sites.

    The tent sites all are on the St. Lucie canal and do not have water to the sites although, water is available from the tap just across the street.

    The RV sites feature water and electric hookups but no site septic. The septic dump is located close to the bathhouse and trash dumpster.

    The hosts keep the grounds and bathhouse spotless and noise after hours was never an issue for us. The location lends itself to Stuart, FL and any type of food choices you may want. The park is located close to Interstate 95 and the Florida Turnpike for easy access.

    The tent sites are on the canal and watching the boats come in to use the lock is nice however, we were warned against paddle boarding the canal due to alligators. Swimming is not permitted. Out last morning at the site, we saw a 3-5 foot alligator trolling around just off our site.

    We used the park as a stop off on our way to a week long camping trip to the Florida Keys, (a straight through drive would have been close to 13 hours for us). We stayed for 2 nights going down and 1 night coming home.

  • Trina S.
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Oct. 21, 2021

    St Lucie South

    Peaceful

    This campground is so quiet and relaxing. Tent sites are right on the water so it's nice and cool.

  • Russell S.
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Nov. 22, 2021

    St Lucie South

    Stuart Florida.

    Great tent site on the river. lots of rain but that is ok. Clean restrooms, well maintained dock and site.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Savannas Recreation Area
    Mar. 18, 2023

    Savannas Recreation Area

    Sweet spot but busy.

    This is a great place set in the middle of Florida's marshland. Park like with plenty of trees, grass and water canals. The tent sites are close together so there's not much privacy. Bathrooms, hot showers and laundry. First come first served. Grab it early. $22 per night on 3/18/2023.

  • Mike  Y.
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Sep. 18, 2020

    St Lucie South

    Rv’s,trailer’s,tents,boats

    Features: Boat Ramp, Picnic Shelters, Comfort Station, Parking, Dump Station, Fishing Area, Trails, Tent Sites, Playground, Showers, Picnic Area, Concrete Pads, Boat in Sites, Tent Sites, Water/Electric 30/50. Handicap Facilities. Horseshoe Pit.

    On site Visitor center with history of the Lock and dams. You are able to tour the locks walk across them. Closed because of covid-19. Scheduled reopening Oct.1,2020.

    The Staff are friendly and treat this place as home. Great Volunteer’s.

    Free WiFi available at the visitor center during business hours, with outdoor covered seating overlooking the waterway. No swimming, several kayakers were out this trip. Wildlife and remember no feeding the gators.

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA
    Jul. 13, 2021

    West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA

    Real Lion Alarm Clock

    We tent camped here. Site small and sandy but location is the key to this KOA. Right next to Lion Country Safari. We are used to hearing birds and frogs when we camp, but here it is lions...and other noises I was not able to identify. Weather great to explore park in late Winter. Kids loved it and we will be back!

  • Alex M.
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Aug. 12, 2022

    St Lucie South

    A pleasant surprise

    I stopped here because I needed a place to sleep and the nearby campgrounds were full. I was pleased to find that St. Lucie South was not only a good place to spend the night, but an enjoyable experience in its own right. This is a COE campground built adjacent to a lock. The waterway is a canal that connects Lake Okeechobee to the Atlantic. The campground isn't particularly large, but it is very nicely landscaped. Plenty of grass and tall trees.

    I stayed in one of the three primitive tent sites. Each of these comes with a tree, a gravel tent pad, and a small picnic shelter. There is a water spigot nearby, and bathrooms with flushing toilets, hot and cold running water, and showers are located up the road a ways. These were fairly clean when I visited.

    There were lots of interesting animals to observe here, including flying fish, big tree lizards, big frogs that hopped out of the canal and onto my tent at night, and something that I'm fairly certain was a gator but never got a good look at. Unfortunately, there was also a large mosquito population that made things not so fun after nightfall.

    My neighbors here were also a bit distracting. They were a very loud family who appeared to be living at the tent site next to mine.

  • Sterling H.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA
    Mar. 18, 2022

    West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA

    Great Location

    First of all, this was a great location to visit the lion country safari. We stayed in a tent site.

    Pros: The facilities were well kept and nice enough for a campground. People were not too noisy. The lions were plenty noisy, and it was so cool to hear them in the morning!

    Cons: There was no privacy whatsoever between sites and the sites were very close together. The lampposts were plentiful and bright which isn't so great when sleeping in a tent. Also, no fire rings.

  • Andrea D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisheating Creek Campground
    May. 22, 2018

    Fisheating Creek Campground

    One stop gator shop :)

    We camped at FEC this past January 2018. We were tent camping for the long weekend. We were in a spot right on the water which was peaceful. Camping is tight in that area so if you prefer more space you may want to go to the field areas. This is a fun little campground for kids with activities and karaoke at night. We rented kayaks on Sunday. We were dropped off in the woods and kayaked through 200 gators! The only con for me is that there IS road noise from the highway.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park
    Aug. 5, 2019

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great tent camping and activities

    Have stayed here twice, about 70 miles from my home. Always tented in riverland as sites close to ranger entrance are rv only. One warning if you reserve through toll free service there is a $6 charge and they put me in a terrible spot. Ranger claimed only a few others available, but it was July and almost empty. Finally got a good tent site, grass and adequate privacy. Restrooms super clean, quiet all day and night. Forgot my fan and almost eaten alive saved by Off. People in boat shop - store super friendly. Ice, wood, etc available. Took a 3 hour canoe trip , $25 well spent. Next day rented a bike. Good hiking trails too.

  • Travyl Couple !.
    Camper-submitted photo from John Prince Park Campground
    Dec. 6, 2019

    John Prince Park Campground

    County Park Campground you will want to visit

    This Palm Beach County campground and park offers you a lot of things to do. Miles of biking paths, fishing and paddling on Lake Osborne, some hiking trails, fitness pavilion and walking trail... all this with short and long term rv/tent camping spots ONLY 5 miles from the beach. The campground is well maintained, with paved sites for any size vehicle. Short term camping spots have the best views and most are situated on the lake. It is an older campground so the bathrooms are not state of the art but they are clean and functional. This location is also close to 1-95. Our video gives you more info and you can always go to our website to connect with our Facebook/instagram and YouTube platforms. www.travylcouple.com

  • Rich S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park
    Jun. 2, 2020

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Nice park, lots to do

    Stayed here during a very HOT weekend May/ June 2020. We stayed in the River Campground, lot 139. This site had a small amount of shade, so it offered some relief from the heat, but compared to other places I have camped this was very exposed. The bugs are pretty bad. Bring your OFF and screened shelters. No-see-ums were bad in the evening, and flies were plenty all day. Lots of ant issues too; we never had a problem with them anywhere else. Once you get past that, there is a ton of stuff to do. A paved and off road bike trail, boat ramps and kayaking, the Florida trail cuts through the park, so there is a lot of hiking. The shower and restroom facilities were kept very clean, and we were very happy with the cleanliness of the park. The off road bike trails are very fun, but just like the rest of the park, very exposed to the sun. This park would be best when the weather cools down in fall and late winter. If you’re a boater, you could get away with it year round, as long as you’re not tent camping.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park
    Aug. 28, 2018

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Family Friendly State Park

    Recently took a road trip from New England to Florida with my family and had the pleasure of staying here at the Jonathan Dickinson State Park.

    This state park accommodates RVs, tent sites, and cabin rentals with two camping areas -- one (Pine Grove Campground) located close to the entrance, right off of US Hwy 1 and seems to be more geared towards RV sites and the other (River Campground) located about four miles into the park along the Loxahatchee River. We stayed in the River Campground.

    Spacious sites offered: water, electricity, a picnic table, & a fire ring… and grounds include two well kept bathhouses with laundry facilities. Trees were sparse in some sections so be prepared to create shade. Our site was visited by a young raccoon who didn't seem fazed by us at all; just wanted what we were cooking.

    We only stayed for one night, so we weren't able to take in all the park has to offer, but we did walk some of the nature trails along the river towards the newly built amphitheater and swimming area. Unfortunate for us, the swimming area was closed during our stay -- which would have made the stay twice as nice… but the views were still incredible!

    If we ever find our way back to south Florida for camping, we'll definitely come back here.

  • Burton M.
    Camper-submitted photo from West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA
    Feb. 14, 2021

    West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA

    Great family campground

    This campground that sits just outside of the only drive through animal safari with over 1,000 different types of animals, is great for families to enjoy. This has all the amenities as a typical KOA campground except you get a bonus by hearing the Lions roar in the morning. The campground is gated during evening hours with the gate closing at 10:00 pm, so you will need to get a gate key card with a $20.00 deposit which will be refunded when you turn the key back at the end of your stay. The staff are very friendly and the campground is very clean. They also do a great job with abiding by the CDC guidelines for Covid-19. The Raccoons like to come out in the evening, so make sure you pick up you garbage at night. The rabbits were having fun playing in the primitive camping area every evening and early morning hours. They offer cabin and platform tent rentals for slightly more than a tent site. There are many seasonal campers from the North along with weekend campers trying to escape the everyday stress in their lives. We live 1 hour south of this campground but we will definitely be going back fir weekend trips.

  • Mike  Y.
    Camper-submitted photo from St Lucie South
    Jul. 5, 2020

    St Lucie South

    Beautiful getaway

    The staff at check-in was the best. I talk with several over my 5 day stay sharing ideas and stories. Very helpful. The spots are laid out perfect. Easy to backend. Concert pads, gravel fire pit and covered picnic tables. No bad views i was in 3 different sites during my stay. Grounds are kept clean, cut, trim and edged. Reception good on t.v. Antenna and dish satellite. No wifi on sites but free wifi at reception area. Great river views. 3 bars on T-mobile. Your right at the locks so watch the boats pass from the gulf to the Ocean. Horseshoe pits. Clean showerhouse. Tent camping is primitive m. All RV sites have water 30 and 50 amp service. Sites on river will hold 45’ class A. Close to shopping. All sites have 30/50 amp service and water. Sewer is not available. Dump station near exit on way out,  Because of the cleanest of the campground and the friendly staff I rate this a five. they make up for the only downfall of being allowed to dump once per week or there is a fee of $20.00.  there is no charge for a honey wagon dump.  I would assume the extra fee is to encourage water management since there has been issues with algae growth in the waterways. 

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  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisheating Creek Campground
    Jan. 16, 2022

    Fisheating Creek Campground

    A hidden gem!

    We stayed in the RV side of the campground. Arrived at 745 literally before closing. Called the office ahead to let them know we are almost there , the staff was super nice. Checked in with no issues, staff even gave us an option to checkout another site if we liked more we can take it. We stayed at out booked site. It’s very dark no lights . I wish the sites were marked with a reflective tape. Very quite and chill atmosphere. This is not a party spot. Sites are pretty roomy and you are not on top of your neighbors.Each site comes with fire-rings, full hook up (rv sites), tent sites do not have hook ups and a picnic table. The river is so beautiful in the morning filled with fog. There’s a swimming depot in the park , looks like a man made lagoon. You can rent kayak/canoe and paddle on the river. A new add on was a food truck , looks like a good menu will try next time. There’s a small preserve with a Boardwalk to explore. There’s no pool or playground. This is a no frills campground but i love it because you can disconnect,relax and view wildlife. Reception here is actually amazing. 20 mins away in Labelle there’s a bomb brewery if you wanna explore a nearby town.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Pierce-Port St. Lucie KOA
    Dec. 9, 2022

    Fort Pierce-Port St. Lucie KOA

    Close to town and well-kept

    General: Small family-run KOA campground (33 sites) located 1.5 miles north of Fort Pierce on Highway One. All sites are FHU with a combination of regular, premium, and extra-large sites. There is also a tent site area. 

    Site Quality: All sites are level and gravel with a fire pit and a brick patio area with a picnic table. Typical RV park layout with minimal to no privacy separating sites.

    Bathhouse: Two unisex all-in-ones that were clean and air-conditioned. The shower had immediate hot water and good water pressure. 

    Activities/Amenities: There is a small playground and pet area plus a clean spacious laundry area. It is close to town. There is a manatee center and Navy Seal Museum (but we didn’t explore either one) close by in addition to shops and restaurants in Fort Pierce. I was able to enjoy a 3-mile run to town and back on sidewalks. 

    This campground was more expensive than we usually like to spend but it was a convenient location for us to have dinner with a family friend. We arrived after the office was closed so did not have any interaction with staff but our check-in paperwork was readily available. We appreciate that we were tucked in at the rear of the property which lessened the road noise (and we didn’t have neighbors on either side of us). I would rate this three stars for our purposes but as it was well-kept and for others may suit their needs, it merits four stars in general.

  • Philip H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisheating Creek Campground
    Mar. 30, 2021

    Fisheating Creek Campground

    Decent camping spot

    We stayed on the tent campsite near the swimming lake, site 007. The area is nice, beautiful morning views from the swimming lake and great hiking/canoeing paths with fearful encounters with gators, at one instance 5 gators in the creek just feet away while canoeing, we even hit one thinking it was a log. Now the bad... There is a train track visible across the lake, this train WILL wake you up and it passes several times a day making that obnoxious "I'm coming through" sound from the horn. There is also a main road/highway (27) that can be heard as well. I'm okay with all that (ear plugs), the main issue I had was with the neighbor campers, literally like 60 people with the loudest dj setup made for a big crowd party and lots of alcohol. These guys had lights that would light up a football field at night, couldn't sleep and couldn't even enjoy the night sky due to the lights. The problem is that the campsite is made for 10 people max, or so I thought. No, nobody there abide by the rules and there is no camp edicate. The "neighbors" would walk through my campsite and trip on my tent lines just to pee in the bushes next to my campsite because they didn't want to walk to the bathroom. The bathrooms at the primitive campsite are outhouses with no running water by the way. If you want to take a shower or wash your hands, you will have to walk (long walk) or drive to the main bathroom. I had to take a shower with a roach lurking in the corner, not upkept whatsoever. Because of the rule breaking, I had to give this review 3 stars, it would have been 4 (1 star knock off because of the bathrooms)

  • Anjuli W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park
    May. 1, 2017

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great for tents & RVs w fun surprises

    Really had a fantastic time at this campground, I'm typically a tent camper and had great facilities. The cost of camping in Florida isn't cheap though this one actually had the value in it given that you could also rent boats and paddle up river alongside manatees to the wild man encampment. Amazing hiking nearby, the tower to check out, even a little mini museum with reptiles. I enjoyed it so much I would go back.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisheating Creek Campground
    Jan. 25, 2018

    Fisheating Creek Campground

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    Campground Review: Fisheating Creek Outpost and Campground, Palmdale, FL

    At last minute, I was able to secure one of two available campsites over the phone…but even the website recommends emailing them for reservations because of an overload of phone calls. Fisheating Creek Outpost and Campground http://www.fisheatingcreekoutpost.com/ in name, may not sound appealing to most campers…but you'd never know it by the sold out sites on a daily basis.

    Securing a campsite at Fisheating Creek Outpost during the winter months, Nov-May 1, is a gamble. Weather is cooler and more predictable than summer months. Northerners migrate south like winged songbirds and usually pack out all south Florida campgrounds during winter months… and this particular campground is popular with the locals.

    Fisheating Creek Outpost and Campground is only 1.5 hours NE from me, and affords some variety, for a Florida campground. Unbeknownst to me Cub Scout Pack 141 from West Palm was holding their annual jamboree campout at Fisheating Creek the first weekend I camped. So there were throngs of youngsters, but still plenty of space here not to feel crowded…and they were having a great time.

    I should interject that September 2017 Hurrican Irma did a number on this area, along with the actual creek water rising ten feet. So the staff and volunteers are doing a remarkable job under the circumstances to return this campground to a state of normalcy. Speaking of staff, Stephanie at registration and Ryan at the boat livery were extremely helpful, informative and polite. I have found young people from this area of Florida extraordinarily polite and respectful.

    The office, on the right when you first cross the RR tracks and enter the campground, which is on elevated stilts had two foot of water running through it during the Hurricane, so they temporarily conduct business out of a tent at the entrance until renovated. Staff and volunteer crews have worked tirelessly to make the campground and creek usable, clean and debris free.

    One must realize this is south central Florida, so expect gators, wild hogs, and snakes. With as much activity that abounds at the campground, you'll likely not see them in the campground, as much as you will see them directly outside of it. Prepare for mosquitos…though I only dealt with mosquitos for about 15 minutes at sunset and my tent site was on the river.

    Fisheating Creek is the draw. There is a livery connected with the Outpost/Campground where you can either rent kayaks or canoes to paddle upstream or you can opt to reserve a spot on the shuttle to drop you 8 or 16 miles upstream for a fee. http://www.fisheatingcreekoutpost.com/showpage.asp?page=rates#canoes Float time downstream for 8 miles is roughly four hours.

    The shuttle fee was excessive, for my budget, so I chose to paddle upstream from my campsite. It should be noted, that non-campers can use the Outpost livery or put-in for a mere $2 per person. Actual boat rental prices are reasonable.

    The paddle upstream is pleasant in a kayak, and not burdensome as Fisheating Creek was not flowing swiftly…around 3.5 ft. Families in laden canoes were paddling upstream without much difficulty even with a deeper draft. Blue blazes on Cypress trees mark the way as it is mostly narrow and twisty. During rainy season and higher water levels, you will need the blazes to find your way through the Cypress maze. Occasional paddle placards with a directional arrow are also posted. Fisheating Creek is wild, no doubt about it. Swimming is discouraged, as it is a dark tannin color and loaded with alligators. Passing paddlers that started 8 miles upstream stopped counting after 100, which is commonplace in these parts. Gators range in size from one to fourteen footers. I counted a couple dozen on each of my paddles upstream. Fortunately, it is illegal to feed alligators, and most people abide by the rules, so they are still wary and scoot upon close approach. Of course, none of this dissauded the Cub Scouts from their maritime fun, as they found a riverside rope swing that launched them into the dark depths. Reminder: Always check the Fisheating Creek water level website before planning a trip, if you are hopeful for a pleasurable paddle.http://www.fisheatingcreekoutpost.com/showpage.asp?page=waterlevels

    Herons, egrets, wood stork, roseate spoonbills, ibis, pileated woodpeckers, osprey, buzzards and wood duck are plentiful and noisy when disturbed by your presence.

    January 2018, the waters have only recently receded, so hiking trails were still quite swampy. Doable if you wear muck boots or water shoes. Part of the trails parallel along the creek.

    Amenities: The campground is somewhat separated into two sections, the RV/Camper area is to the right and has its own loop, separate shower house/restroom with screened in pavilion area…and has more grassy area. The tent only area continues left past the livery and into a wooded, shaded area along the creek. The tent only area also has its own shower house/restroom. Both of which are dated, but clean.

    There is a third camping area on the north end of the property around the western side of the swimming pond, where they do permit swimming. This area has a pavilion, picnic tables at campsites and separate tables for "day use" visitors…and a newer pit latrine. Campsites in this loop are also quite shaded.

    None of the campsites offer much in the way of privacy. Sites above 60 provide more foliage between sites. At site 63, I was a distance from the showerhouse, but the campground positioned a Porta-potty in our loop.

    Alternative: If you desired, you could bring your kayak or canoe (or rent one), either pay for the upstream shuttle or paddle upstream and camp along the river at any "high and dry" spot. The cost to park your vehicle at the campground is only $2 per individual…and it costs nothing to paddle upstream and camp with your own gear. Plenty of elevated sandy beach areas to tent camp and more where you can hammock. Although, I would not recommend ground sleeping without a tent, nor hammocking overnight without netting. I spoke with several parties camped upstream along the river. Realize, this is a wild river…"there are things that go bump in the night."

    Be forewarned…because Fishingeating Creek Oupost and Campground are located on Rt.27 and 8/10th's of a mile north of Rt.29, the campground is within earshot of highway traffic noise. Ear plugs eliminate that noise, but I prefer hearing the sounds of nature during the night, particularly the bull alligator's roar.

    Product Review: Renogy E.Flex 10 Folding Solar Panel with USB

    The Renogy E.Flex 10 Folding Solar Panel with USB https://www.renogy.com/renogy-e-flex10-portable-solar-panel-with-usb-port/ arrived in a smal but smartly packaged box. The panels were folded and couched in protective foam cutouts. Beneath the panels were two small 1.85" aluminum carabiners and four 1.25" suction cups and a bifold instruction pamplet.

    The technical information can be easily acquired from Renogy.com website: https://www.renogy.com/renogy-e-flex10-portable-solar-panel-with-usb-port/#tab_prd-specs but for quick reference…folded it measures 10.3"x6.3"x0.16", unfolded: 13.4"x10.3"x0.08"

    By way of comparison, my only other solar panel experience is with a major competitor that is attached to my Gregory Baltoro GZ 75 pack. So this review will from a layman's perspective and neither technical nor exhaustive.

    As a product reviewer for TheDyrt, I am honored to receive products for testing and evaluation at substantial discounts or no cost at all…and such is the case with the Renogy E.Flex 10 Folding Solar Panel with USB.

    First look: When handling the E.Flex 10, if feels sturdy and appears durable even though it is wafer thin. There is no "flex" in the panels themselves, but rather in the "binder-style" fabric-covered plastic hinge between the two panels, so it can be folded book-like. The four cutout corner tabs have some flexibility in the material as well.

    The exterior fabric on the solar panel side has a rubbery texture, whereas the opposite or outside has an oxford cloth.

    I found the solar panel grid side to repel water…beading up and dripping off. The obvious weak link in the weatherproofing is the USB port. Keeping that in mind, if attaching to the exterior of your pack…keep USB port side facing downward to minimize water collection should you get caught in an unexpected cloudburst.

    Attaching the Renogy E.Flex 10 to my kayak worked sufficiently well with the included carabiners. If my bow deck was wider, I would have experimented with the suction cups. Remember surfaces must be smooth and clean to adhere and hold securely. Salt brine residue on the bow deck also negatively effected the suction cups.

    In additon to attaching the Renogy E.Flex 10 to my backpack and my kayak, I experimented by attaching it to the an interior house window, a tinted vehicle window and inside my lanai screening (which has a claimed 50 SPF). In SW Florida, we get ample blue sky, sun-filled days…so I was able to use the solar panels daily.

    In my unscientific, non-technical testing fashion…I used a 4,000 mAh lithium ion battery power stick. In sustained direct sunlight, the E.Flex 10 took 3.5 hours to fully charge the power stick (which would roughly charge my smartphone two times).

    My house windows are not tinted so charges times were uneffected. The lanai screen SPF claims must be inaccurate as similar charge times were observed. Only the heavily tinited auto glass substantially increased charge times.

    When stationary and connecting the E.Flex 10 Folding Solar Panels directly to my smartphone, while using search engines and keeping three windows open, my phone continued to slowly charge. Note: with cloud coverage or intermittent shade when directly connected to the smartphone, a screen prompt pops up…"This accessory might not be supported" and offers a "Dismiss" tab. This is part of the Smart Auto-Optimization charging…which initially reduces charging (with shade) but permits the charger to return to the full solar power flow without the necessity to unplug and plug the device. Apparently, this is a feature some solar panels do not offer…so charging remains seamless.

    In comparison, I found no difference in charge times between the Renogy E.Flex 10 and my GZ. To be fair, the dimensions of the E.Flex 10 were slightly larger…which could potentially impact that finding.

    Durability: Time and continued use will tell. I've only used the E.Flex 10 for a month but it appears like it should hold up. However, I have obswerved a small pucker in the fabric on the binding, where the oxford cloth has separated from the plastic "hinge." Cause for concern? Probably not, but we will see.

    Parting Shots: Perhaps I'm being picky, but I believe replacing the two aluminum carabiners with four Nite-Ize "S" carabiners, along with a weather resistant USB port or connector, and an optional USB daisy chain to connect two or more E.Flex 10's together so I could utilize a laptop or iPad in the backcountry would elevate the value and usefulness of the Renogy E.Flex 10.

    Did I like it? Absolutely. It's simple to use and effective.

    Would I invest in one? Yes. For $59.99 factory direct…it's a bargain!

  • JERRY C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Istokpoga Canal Boat Ramp And Campsite
    Jul. 24, 2024

    Istokpoga Canal Boat Ramp And Campsite

    Very relaxing 5 star review

    The place is gorgeous and if you want shade or sun it offers both. Quiet, relaxing, good trails that lead over to Hickory Hammock campground. Audrey is a excellent camp host.

    They keep it very clean and is very helpful in showing you the campsites. It is right off the main road so no dirt road to get there though you have some road noise but you can get back away from most of it.  Lots of wildlife in the woods, nothing bothered the campsite.

    There are bathrooms but no showers. They are a ways away from the campground. Its still shocking you can camp in Florida like this for free. Hope we can keep it this way for a long time.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Torry Island Campground
    Nov. 4, 2021

    Torry Island Campground

    Perfect South Florida getaway campground

    This campground is only an hour away from most spots in South Florida, but it feels much further removed. We were able to get a reservation for tent/van camping the same day. There are obviously some folks who have planted down long-term here, and it helps the campground feel like a community. The gorgeous water views and walking trail are the perfect way to spend an early morning. I look forward to coming back here, it is a real gem for South Florida residents.

  • Liz J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisheating Creek Campground
    Jul. 11, 2021

    Fisheating Creek Campground

    Fisheating Creek

    A very beautiful place to see natural Florida. Lots of camping spots for both tents and RV's. They even have a floating cabin. Good facilities, great staff, hiking, biking and swimming. Canoe and kayak rentals or bring your own. There are different paddling trips to choose from. I always enjoy this place.

  • Matthew B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcow Campground
    Feb. 17, 2025

    Wildcow Campground

    Secluded site with hiking trails a driving distance away

    It is a lovely secluded primitive campsite with all the advertised amenities. Very good view of the night sky for South Florida. The grass was fairly overgrown so we couldn't walk off the trails much. Ground was very dry as it hadn't rained in over a week and it was the middle of the dry season. Easily fit 4 tents at the site, 2 of which were on the raised platforms. Bugs were quite mild for a swampy South Florida location; citronella candles and the campfire did a good job of keeping them at bay. Saw some gators and spotted gar hanging at the culvert near the gate.

  • Ian R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moore Haven KOA
    Mar. 29, 2023

    Moore Haven KOA

    Not the worst but... close

    If you want something in the middle of nowhere with nothing to do, please go here.  They have some nice sites and some beautiful vistas but, they have LOTS of problems.  If you need to be in South Florida and can't find another site, this works as a campground of last resort but, it's LAST resort which is how we ended up there for 2 months.  

    The staff TRIES but, there is little support to keeping the place up-kept.  Staff keeps abandoning and leaving the place for brighter pastures even skipping out without notice due to the retribution of management.

    This team owns and manages several KOA in south Florida and this location needs to lose it's KOA affiliation due to lack of amenities.

    On the positive side, when we thought we wouldn't fit in our next stop at Everglades National Park, they bent over backwards to make sure we didn't have to move our site.  Our campsite was huge but, we could not put up our tent, screen room or EZ-UP. 

    Most campers were looking to leave while we were there this winter.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcow Campground
    Jan. 30, 2024

    Wildcow Campground

    Remote 1.9 M Past Locked Gate w code

    Wildcow Group Campground in , Okaloacoochee FL State Forest: gate is locked 1.9 miles from the campground. Accessible by vehicle. Gate code is available, I am told . CG is located at the end of the road. This is primitive camping, tent only. This is a nice campground with two picnic tables, one grill, two elevated tent pads. Looks like a horse trail/old road begins at the end of the campground. Currently covered w long grass. I do not know how long this road is. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. .

    Overall Rating: 4.5 for a nice remote group camp experience. Hiking trail is overgrown with grass. Due to a rainy dry season, probably. Price 2023: $ 20 per night Security: Locked gate Usage during visit: empty Site Privacy: 2 elevated tent pads, have a semi shrub barrier. Two other areas tents could’ve pitched Site Spacing: adequate. Site surface: Wooden tent pads Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Very, very quiet Road Noise: none. Through Traffic in campground: at the end of the Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no none Potable Water Available: hand pump Generators: No posting denying use Bathroom: none Showers: no Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: Wong, Pine Forest, oak trees, and palm trees Recent Weather: unseasonably cool Solar: not at the camp site. Could set up panels on road. Plenty of sunlight there. Host: no. Rig Size: I would think a small trailer or easily a van could park next to the one tent pads. Sites: two sites total. With raised wooden platform. One or two spots where tents can be pitched on the ground.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park
    May. 12, 2018

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great one night with kids.

    They have to parts. First one is few miles from main hwy with premitive sites for tents and small RVs.( can rent kayaks there) We stayed there 10 years ago.

    Last month we stayed in the Tent in the section closer to the highway.Very nice and clean. Had fire and bbq with kids. Great park for mountain bikeing.


Guide to Canal Point

Tent camping near Canal Point, Florida, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Little Gopher features a primitive setup with a spacious area for multiple tents, a firepit, and wood benches, making it ideal for group camping.
  • Loop 4 provides picnic tables, firepits, and a water pump, ensuring campers have essential comforts while enjoying the great outdoors.
  • Kitching Creek Primitive Campground offers a serene environment with reservable sites, toilets, and the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful retreat in nature.

Some prices for tent camping are free

  • Indian Prairie Canal RA offers free camping, making it a budget-friendly option for those looking to explore the area without breaking the bank.
  • Moore Haven West is another free option, perfect for campers seeking a simple and cost-effective outdoor experience.
  • Peanut Island Campground has a small fee for reservations, providing a well-organized camping experience with amenities like showers and picnic tables.

Local attractions for outdoor enthusiasts

  • Scrub Jay Primitive Campground is conveniently located near hiking trails, making it a great base for exploring the natural beauty of Jonathan Dickinson State Park.
  • Uncle Joe's Motel & Campground is situated on the rim canal of Lake Okeechobee, offering excellent fishing opportunities and access to local dirt track racing events.
  • Indiantown Marina provides a unique camping experience with access to boating and fishing, perfect for those looking to enjoy water activities during their stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Canal Point, FL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Canal Point, FL is Little Gopher with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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    TheDyrt.com has all 12 tent camping locations near Canal Point, FL, with real photos and reviews from campers.