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Blue Spring State Park Campground allows pets in all camping areas including tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins. Campsites provide electric hookups, water, fire rings, and picnic tables in a setting with substantial vegetation offering privacy and a secluded feel between neighbors. The campground's bathrooms are pristine, cleaned multiple times daily, and include laundry facilities. Sites are somewhat tight to navigate but most RVs can back in successfully. A designated walking path accommodates dogs throughout the park, though pets are not permitted on the boardwalk to the spring head. During winter months, the crystal-clear spring attracts hundreds of manatees, which campers can view from designated observation points.
Wekiva Falls RV Resort and Highland Park Fish Camp offer additional pet-friendly accommodations with cabin options where dogs are welcome. Both properties feature electric and water hookups with sanitary dump stations available. Campers report good privacy between sites despite the campgrounds being well-utilized. Several properties provide convenient access to water activities with boat launches and canoe/kayak rentals where dogs can join their owners exploring the waterways. Sites at Blue Spring State Park must be reserved in advance as the campground frequently reaches capacity, especially during manatee season from November through February. Nearby towns offer veterinary services and pet supply stores, and the campgrounds are within reasonable driving distance of restaurants and grocery options when supplies run low.
"This campground was awesome for a weekend away with the family and dogs. It was still very hot and buggy in Florida so be warned If this is an issue for you."
"As for the pet-friendly campground specifically, each of the 51 sites has its own picnic table, water and electric as well as fire ring, while the ground itself is laden with powdery grey sand (so leave"
from $24 - $95 / night
Check Availability"Caverns are beautiful under the water but it is constantly crowded around. Pets need to be put on a leash. Horses are permitted. Many opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, and kayaking."
"Close to home and took a drive through one day. Haven't been camping yet this year due to illness but getting ready to get on the road."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Had water and electric hook up and the near by walking trail was absolutely awesome. The staff could not have been more helpful. Next time I’m visiting family in Florida, I will definitely stay here"
"Small grounds, beautiful lake that allows fishing and boating. Sites are very close to each other, good for making friends, not good if you like your privacy. Drive up right next to your site."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"There is a dog park, cafe, food trucks on Sat. Great place for families. There was a strong sulfur smell around our site. Not sure where that was coming from"
"There are beautiful walking trails, beautiful and refreshing cool springs, kayak rentals for $20. There are also some small caves there for anyone who free dives or snorkels."
from $40 - $73 / night
Check Availability"Clearwater Lake Recreation is one of the few National Forest Service managed campgrounds located at the southern end of Ocala National Forest. Campsites are well-shaded, private and spaced apart."
"Clearwater Lake Recreation Area was recommended to us as a backup option to nearby and popular Alexander Springs for our small group of scouts."
from $38 / night
Check Availability"This was one of the busier places I have camped in Florida. The facilities were clean and provided showers."
"We found this campground while looking for a stealth spot near some springs and it was getting late and we had our car and our dog so just came here."
from $38 - $70 / night
Check Availability"There are a couple of small trails right in the campground to see the Halifax River, but to have better views and water access you can walk or drive down near the trading post/picnic area."
"From the initial encounter with the ranger at the entrance to the staff running the camp store everyone was super-chill. Campground was well maintained and our neighbors were all well behaved."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"No dogs allowed (except Service Animals). Really like it here."
"This is really getting away from it all. The only way to reach the island is via the ferry (free, and runs all day) or bring your own boat. There are boat docking facilities."
"This family run location has bee in operation for over 50 years and is working on their 4th generation! They offer 50 sites with full hookups (some 50 amp), tent sites and hot showers."
"Lots of permanent sites takes away from the typical campground. Staff member was nice and helpful. NO internet and phone service so spotty that hotspot was useless."
from $25 - $32 / night
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TravelerPricey but it's Disney. Lots of activities to do at the campground without going to the parks. Clean and well maintained campsites and bathrooms. The roads are narrow in the loops and the sites can be difficult to get into. Pet friendly with dog parks and trails.
LegendIt’s not common to find a spot that you can plant your RV on and go out to hit the links for the day all in the same location, but here at Clerbrook Golf & RV Resort you can hit par on both fronts. Located right off Route 27 just due west of Lake Apopka in central Florida, Clerbrook offers nearly 300 acres of prime landscape that posits 1200+ RV slots for your parking and vacationing pleasure. Here you’ll be able to perfectly blend a golfing oasis that blends its RV offering complete with lush vegetation, interconnecting ponds and narrow canals all surrounded by ancient Oaks draped with Spanish Moss.
As far as amenities goes, Clerbrook does not disappoint. Here’s just a small list of all the great amenities you’ll find: Welcome Center, Heated Swimming Pools, BBQ and Picnic tables, Planned Activities, Clubhouses, Billiard Room, Card Rooms, Post Office, Fishing Area, 18 Hole Golf Course with Pro Shop (note: first 9 holes are complimentary with a visit to the Pro Shop), Exercise & Fitness Center, Horseshoe Pits, Recreation Hall, Laundry, Shuffleboard Courts, Library, Nature Walks, Pets Welcome, Picnic Pavilion, Driving Range, Dog Park, Wood Shop, Basketball Court, Playground, Restrooms & Showers, Softball Field, Hot Tub, RV Storage, complimentary WiFi, Arts and Craft Classes as well as Live Entertainment on the weekends. Of course, for RV’ers you can expect both back-in and pull-through slots with all of the traditional water, sewage and electric (30 / 50 amp) hook-ups.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you’ve got wine on your mind (and why wouldn’t you when on holiday?!), just meander a few miles south of Clerbrook and you’ll discover a fairly respectable winery called Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards offering tours and tastings featuring Muscadine grapes (apparently a prominent grape varietal down in these parts known for their antioxidant qualities; (2) When you get tired of fixing every meal from your mini-fridge or cooler, then you’ll have to head south to Clermont where you’ll find PeruRican Ceviche, which for these parts is pretty outstanding and if you are still longing for pizza, check out Mamma Rita’s Pizzeria for some good pies and pasta; and (3) If nature is calling and you want to get out for a good hike, then head due south to Hiawatha Preserve that has a few dog parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, hiking paths, and of course, access to Lake Hiawatha, in case you want to drop your kayak or canoe in the water.
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RangerThis is probably the largest park we have ever stayed in. We normally go for the smaller quaint parks but we decided to try it out. We went along the outside rim in site Mako 7. The sites are large enough and have most have full hook ups. Not many trees for shade, but it is in Florida so that is to be expected. We were fortunate to have a couple of grassy areas around close to walk the dog. There is a dog park but it was on the other end of the campground. We did go one day and the park is nice. It’s sand and has poop bags. But no water for drinking so take your own. This side of the park had more trees and was nice for walking around with the dog. No WiFi in the area closest to the dog park. Sites seemed mostly level but only the new section has nice concrete pads. The older sections are hit and miss as to what the site looks like. All in all it’s a great location for visiting all the local attractions... (but we didn’t do that).
TravelerThis campground was awesome for a weekend away with the family and dogs. It was still very hot and buggy in Florida so be warned If this is an issue for you. Large campsites with a picnic table, electric, and water. Pet friendly and clean bathrooms with a small walking path for the pups. Been to better but a great weekend away!
TravelerTHIS quaint little park is so delightful. With so many gorgeous water birds and trees. The park sits off the Indian River and is the perfect place to catch a launch. The are also very dog friendly and have a dog park. The dock is also the perfect place to catch some redfish or snook. Had a wonderful time in this tucked away little spot.
GuideLoved our stay at Fort Wilderness. Our favorite Disney Resort. Super dog friendly with an amazing dog park. Great location and so many wonderful things to do here.
GuideGreat location to walk down to the pier and watch the rockets launch from the space center. Nice swimming pool, store and laundry 3 on site. Ice big camp sites with lots of shade. Dog park and showers. Fish from the pier and small boat launch from park.
ScoutProfessionally operated. Staff is fantastic! Amenities are great. Big dog park. New laundry room.
LegendThis place is gargantuan and has so many roads and alleyways that I got lost navigating the place at least a couple of times. And just when I thought that I seen all of Southern Palms RV Resort, upon exiting the place, I realized that there was even more of Southern Palms right across the street where the expansive RV parking lot continued.
Located on the outskirts of Eustis here in the Sunshine State, this place has just about everything you could be looking for – from parks, shuffle boards, evening themed dancing and lakes to bike paths, swimming pools and bocce ball. But wait, there’s more… there’s also: clubhouse/ lounge for large group gatherings, whirlpool / spa / jacuzzi for those late night relaxing moments, fitness center to get your workout in, showers / restrooms that are just decent, ballroom for those evening dance parties, WiFi that is pretty superb, basic and expanded TV cable packages, picnic tables galore, BBQ grilles as far as the eye can see, the whole place is pet friendly, a horseshoe pit (where Joey is the local hero), mail center, game room complete with billiards table, a dog park that is always jam packed with man’s best friend as well as a laundr-O-mat (bring your quarters!) an extensive library (without its own Dewey decimal system) … and the list goes on, but I will end here.
Downside to this place is that, well, it’s a mega mall of RV’s, campers and semi-permanent, yet mobile housing solutions, and there’s a lot more people and accommodations than there is really space for, so it is quite overcrowded and you will definitely hear your neighbors at all times of the day, in addition to all of the scootering traffic going by your ‘campsite’ whether day or night. So if you are simply looking for a place to stay for the night enroute to somewhere else, this is not a bad place, but given the overpopulation and the fact that every single amenity offered, while great for some, makes me feel like I just left home to go somewhere else where they have everything that I just left at home.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few… First, if you are looking for a great meal and something out of the ordinary, head on over to The Dam Smoker and you will discover some pretty outrageous BBQ, which you can order and eat there (or order by the pound and go find a nice lakeside bench to enjoy) albeit in some very modest settings. Second, if you’d like to escape your asphalt slab for a nice slice of nature, then head over to Long Leaf Pine Trail, which has a decent hike, or check out the wildlife at Hidden Waters Preserve, both of which are near Lake Joanna.
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Alexander Springs Recreation Area and Clearwater Lake campgrounds offer primitive sites with water access but no electric hookups. Both provide clean restroom facilities and designated areas for dishwashing. Campsites at Hontoon Island State Park require ferry access while Blue Spring State Park maintains a paved loop road with vegetation-lined sites. Temperatures between November and February range from 40°F to 70°F, optimal for manatee viewing, while summer months regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity.
Swimming in crystal springs: At Alexander Springs Recreation Area, the swimming area offers direct access to the spring head in a spacious setting. "The spring head is located right in the swimming area, it's bigger than any swim area at a spring that I have ever been too," notes Gabby C., who found the natural spring perfect for cooling off during hot weather.
Hiking wilderness trails: The Florida Trail connects to Alexander Springs Recreation Area, offering miles of flat terrain through diverse ecosystems. "If you go out and across the street you can hook up to the Florida Trail and do some hiking - we hiked about 10 miles and while flat and not hard it was still nice and some great changes in scenery," reports Tina L., who recommends watching for wildlife during your trek.
Kayaking river systems: Wekiwa Springs State Park provides canoe and kayak rentals for exploring the connecting waterways. "The park offers hiking, biking, day swimming, a food grill, a canoe/kayak launch and rental, plus tons of wildlife!" according to Jenn B., who spent three days exploring the park's various water features.
Privacy between sites: At Clearwater Lake Campground, the campground layout creates natural buffers. "Campground is quiet and sites are HUGE. We were able to find a very nice hammock friendly site near the water," shares AJ G., highlighting the ample space between neighboring campsites.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Blue Spring State Park Campground offers excellent wildlife observation, particularly during cooler months. "When the kiddos get restless and the pristine nature that you find yourself surrounded by isn't enough of a distraction," suggests Stuart K., who recommends exploring the diverse ecosystem surrounding the springs.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness receives consistent praise at several dog friendly campgrounds near Cassadaga. "Bathrooms were ok. We will definitely be back!" mentions Gabby C. about Alexander Springs, while another camper at Clearwater Lake noted, "Restrooms and showers were great along with the dishwashing station."
Reservation requirements: Sites at popular springs fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. "Sites at Blue Springs State Park must be reserved in advance as the campground frequently reaches capacity, especially during manatee season from November through February," confirms the park service.
Swimming restrictions: During manatee season, swimming access may be limited at certain springs. "During the winter you may not be able to swim because of the manatees," explains Zach G. about Blue Spring State Park, emphasizing the importance of timing your visit based on your activity preferences.
Bear safety protocols: Multiple campgrounds require proper food storage due to active bear populations. "It is an active area for bears so make sure not to leave any food out at night. The campground does have a bear proof box to store some stuff in at night," advises Kevin D. about his stay at Clearwater Lake.
Kid-friendly swimming: The graduated depth at Lake Monroe Park makes it ideal for younger swimmers. "Great site, took grandson on his first camping trip. He thought it was great. He was planning on future visits here," shares Gerald S., who found the park well-suited for introducing children to camping.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. "There is a huge lake right by the site and showers are decent," notes Silly M. about Lake Monroe Park, which includes playground equipment near the camping area.
Free fishing opportunities: Highland Park Fish Camp maintains a stocked pond specifically for beginners. "There is a free catch and release pond that is kept well stocked and a great place for the kids or beginners to learn how to fish," according to Jeanene A., who has visited the camp for over eight years.
Site navigation challenges: Some pet-friendly camping areas near Cassadaga have tight turning radiuses for larger rigs. "The individual slots are somewhat tight and narrow to navigate, but most RVs should be OK to back into these sites," notes Stuart K. about Blue Spring State Park.
Hookup availability: Not all campgrounds offer full connections, so plan accordingly. "Would be 5 stars if they had some sites with electric hookups. Outside of that a great place for tent camping," shares Daniel S. about Alexander Springs, highlighting the need to verify amenities before arrival.
Road conditions: Interior campground roads vary significantly across the region. "The road isn't paved and can be quite bumpy during/after rain. I recommend bringing a bike to get around," advises Kelly R. about Tomoka State Park, suggesting transportation alternatives for navigating within larger campgrounds.
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