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Camping areas around Cedar Key, Florida range from established RV parks to primitive sites, with several options within a short drive of this coastal community. Shell Mound Campground, located approximately 4 miles from Cedar Key's downtown area, provides tent and RV camping with both primitive sites ($10/night) and electric/water hookups ($20-25/night). Cedar Key RV Resort offers more developed facilities with concrete pads and full hookups, while Sunset Isle RV Park provides waterfront sites with views of the Gulf. The region includes a mix of county-managed parks, private RV resorts, and nearby state parks that accommodate various camping styles.
Access to campgrounds varies seasonally, with bugs presenting a significant challenge, particularly during warmer months. Most campgrounds in the Cedar Key area operate year-round, though some private RV parks like Greenfields RV Campground have seasonal operations from September to May. Visitors should prepare for mosquitoes, especially at Shell Mound Campground where reviews consistently mention insect activity. Cell service is generally available through major carriers, with T-Mobile reported to work well throughout the Cedar Key area. Bathroom facilities at most campgrounds are clean and well-maintained, though amenities vary significantly between primitive and resort-style locations. As one camper noted, "The place is full of bugs and mosquitoes especially in the afternoon, night and dawn, so don't forget to bring your repellent, make a fire to scare away insects, bring firewood, citronella candles or mosquitos coil, fan etc."
Waterfront camping represents a major draw in the Cedar Key area, with several campgrounds offering direct water access for fishing, kayaking, and boat launches. Shell Mound features a boat ramp (usable primarily at high tide) and proximity to salt marshes with short hiking trails and archaeological sites. Many campers appreciate the "old Florida" atmosphere and natural setting. Reviews highlight the area's fishing opportunities, particularly for catfish, and the chance to observe wildlife in the salt marshes. Several visitors mentioned Cedar Key's downtown area as worth exploring, with restaurants, shops, and a fishing pier accessible within a 15-minute drive from most campgrounds. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "This is the best of Florida. At night, grab dinner and drinks in cedar key and come back to your camp site next your fire. Sleep good listening to crickets, owls, and other critters."
"The photo associated with this description is a picture of the cedar key tourist area- not Shell Mound Campground. "
"Small campground, around 26 spaces. 1- You can arrive at any time, having a vacant spot, you can set up your campsite and pay when the office opens in the morning around 7:30, no reservations, first come"
from $22 - $25 / night
Check Availability"There is an 800-foot long boardwalk that winds through a cypress tree forest and the 8-miles of trails were great for running, hiking or biking."
"Easy access to the park and quick and painless check-in process with reservations. The main road in the campground is fine but the roads to the sites are gravel with potholes."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Short drive to Cedar Key harbor. Great restaurants and art coop shopping."
"If Cedar Blessings (the other RV resort across the street) feels like staying with family, Cedar Key RV Resort feels like checking into a coastal boutique resort that just happens to welcome RVs, sitting"
from $43 - $60 / night
Check Availability"We got a spot right on the waters edge. A pool is in the works! Close to Cedar Key town. You can rent bikes right down the street. Very pleasant staff."
"It's all about location! This is a great place to camp with friendly staff and great Sunset views! Waterfront sites are currently $60 and others are $40."
from $50 / night
Check Availability"Clean although a little rough around the edges. Least expensive in town. A few miles outside Cedar Key but an awesome place for the money."
"Nearby are lots of hiking trails , inshore and offshore fishing bird watching, dolphin and sunset tours. Bring or rent kayaks, canoes. Something for all ages ."
from $93 / night
Check Availability"There many activities available near this location. I went on a weekend trip to watch the meteors. There is deck in the water you can walk out to and watch the stars or fish."
"Kinda tucked away but if you can read a map and have a smart phone you’ll be fine 🤘🏻 must stay more then one night! Lots to do!"
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Stopped by and stayed here on our way out of Florida at this time. Small quaint older well organized and up-to-date campground."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"The campsites are a very short walk from the marina, if any walk at all. Very quiet and relaxing."
"After an accident I walk with a cane and can’t go far. Sarah the owners daughter took me and my wife in their atv to check out the Gulf Preservr Area. We will definitely go back."
"We loved the location of this park. The staff was unbelievably kind. Clean, modest restrooms and laundry. Large group fire are.
Peaceful."
from $40 / night
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GuideGoing when it’s super hot turned out to be a great idea! It was lovely to get into the cool water every afternoon and cool right off. We enjoyed paddle boarding also and seeing the alligators, fish and turtles. Had a great time!
GuideSite 004 has a river running through it when it rains and floods the fire pit. You will have to set tent up on compacted super hard gravel surface. Fire ants around table and fire ring. The ranger has no tact whatsoever. She was grumpy and nit picking everything
LegendThis campground is located on the grounds of the World Equestrian Center– a premier equestrian facility in the US located in Ocala. The campground is large (300 sites) campground and capable of fitting any size RV. The roads in the park are really easy to navigate and easy to back into for any size RV. All sites are back-in with 50/30A full hook-up. Sites 600-733 have more space between them and would be my preferred sites. There is really no check-in lane, you just stop on the road going into the campground and other have to go around you. The laundry is open 24-hours but be aware that people are washing horse blankets, dog beds, and other pet items, so stay away if you are allergic. Conveniently located before the campground is a fuel station (with gas and diesel). The campground is located on a venue that primarily holds equestrian events but also accommodates other sporting events. Some of the venues are quite a long walk away and parking can be difficult. Golf cart rentals are available at the campground. The camp store is nice and more of a gift shop but has a great selection of a range of items from clothes to drinks to food and RV items. They have a coffee bar and also sell alcohol. Restaurants on-site ranging from a coffee shop with pastries to fine dining and everything in between. Our site was long and level and the WIFI worked well. We had nice space between us and our neighbor and were treated to nice sunsets. Overall, we really liked this campground and would come back. We were there when equestrian events were going on and liked that we could watch them for free. Downtown Ocala is about ten minutes away and a cool town. We had lunch, walked around the square and checked out the painted horses. Lunch at the airport restaurant was great!
ScoutOld RV park where most of the people seem to live there. They initially charged me $200 for 2 nights (a Thursday and Friday). They had me by the dumpsters so the smell was pretty strong depending on the breeze. Tried to get a different site but was denied on the options I chose but atleast it was only 2 nights.
ScoutThe facilities were very clean but no room in between campers and most look like seasonal. No trees or bushes for shade or privacy. Kids all over in golf carts and scooters. Would not come back again.
ScoutNice campground but with only one bathroom and one shower for men. So you may have to wait in line
TravelerOverall, an excellent campground found that all amenities are here. Electrical water power added extras are a very nice swimming pool and spa and it is on the on the Swanee river
ScoutWe stayed here on our way to Clearwater. It’s a busy campsite with a great many permanent residence folks. Very busy roads with multitude of golf carts and four wheelers, and we didn’t see a single bicycle anywhere, and very few walkers.
GuideThis is a MH and RV Park. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. They have a pub on site for resident’s serving beer and wine along with pool tables. A nice touch while enjoying the newly redone pool and cabana. There is a window at the pool to order drinks. Park is family run so they are on site constantly to provide assistance when needed. Beer and wine prices are amazingly cheap. Draft beer is $2.50. We had a beer and two wine spritzers and the total was $9.00. The RV lots offer full hookup. Most are a simple grassy area. There is a new DG Market a three minute walk from the park. No roads to cross so it is extremely convenient. The bath house was dated although very clean. There are two showers each in the men and women’s. There is a 8’ wide paved bicycle trail that runs along the park property line. I was told it stretches for over twenty miles. We only road a short distance.
Camping sites near Cedar Key, Florida range from beachfront options to wooded inland campgrounds across the coastal Gulf region. The area sits at sea level with a humid subtropical climate averaging 70°F annually, though summer temperatures regularly reach 90°F with high humidity. Most campgrounds operate year-round, but campers report insects are significantly more manageable during winter months when temperatures cool and rainfall decreases.
Fishing opportunities: Shell Mound Campground offers excellent fishing spots for catfish according to visitors. One camper noted, "Great fishing spot! Friendly staff! Clean bathrooms! Dog friendly. Just watch where you put your trash, the turkey vultures are great at finding it in the mornings."
Explore archaeological sites: The Shell Mound archaeological site is within walking distance of the campground. According to a reviewer, "It is believed to be the location of special gatherings for Native" peoples, with the mound rising 28 feet above sea level and representing significant prehistoric construction.
Kayaking and boating: B's Marina & Campground provides direct water access for boaters. A visitor shared: "Rented a boat and actually caught enough fish for dinner; a beautiful trip down the river to the Gulf. Enjoyed the Tiki Bar."
Bird watching and wildlife viewing: The Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge surrounds many camping areas. One camper at Shell Mound explained, "Black vultures hang out waiting for fishermen to share their fish guts. They're pretty interesting!"
Waterfront sites: Sunset Isle RV Park offers prime waterfront locations. A camper shared: "We got a spot right on the waters edge. A pool is in the works! Close to Cedar Key town. You can rent bikes right down the street. Very pleasant staff."
Old Florida atmosphere: The camping areas preserve a natural coastal feeling. One visitor at Low Key Hideway wrote: "We have been coming here for years. It is a very unique eclectic place. The property antique bar is one of the kind! The only downside is the noise from the road."
Stargazing opportunities: The relative isolation from major cities creates excellent night sky viewing. At Shired Island Campground, a camper reported: "I love the views of this place. There many activities available near this location. I went on a weekend trip to watch the meteors. There is deck in the water you can walk out to and watch the stars or fish."
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer good spacing and natural buffers. At Manatee Springs State Park, visitors noted: "Peaceful secluded campsites. Most have a wooded buffer. There are full hookup sites available."
Seasonal insect activity: Bugs present significant challenges, particularly during warmer months. A Shell Mound camper warned: "BUGS! The place is full of bugs and mosquitoes especially in the afternoon, night and dawn, so don't forget to bring your repellent, make a fire to scare away insects, bring firewood, citronella candles or mosquitos coil, fan etc..."
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Quality ranges from basic to well-maintained. At Manatee Springs State Park Campground, a visitor reported: "Free hot showers. No laundry machines. No trash bins in park, all trash must be taken to dumpsters near park entrance."
Cell service considerations: Coverage depends on location and carrier. A reviewer noted: "No Wi-Fi. T-mobile's network worked well throughout Cedar Key."
Storm closures: Some campgrounds face periodic closures due to hurricane damage. A recent review for Shired Island stated: "Awesome place to camp but it's closed due to storm damage."
Swimming options: Natural springs provide safe swimming areas away from open Gulf waters. At Manatee Springs, a visitor described: "Beautiful clear spring with swimming area, including area for kids. Two nice boardwalks. Nature trails."
Wildlife viewing for children: Many camping areas feature abundant visible wildlife. A camper at Manatee Springs noted: "Our family had a great time here. The water is beautiful and we even had deer visit us."
Playground availability: Some campgrounds offer play areas for children. A camper at Cedar Key RV Resort mentioned: "Super clean and quiet. This campground has it all except a childrens play area. Laundry, pool, clubhouse, Pickleball courts."
Boat rentals for family adventures: Several locations offer affordable options. At B's Marina & Campground, a visitor shared: "Sarah the owners daughter took me and my wife in their atv to check out the Gulf Preservr Area."
Site conditions: Concrete pads and level sites vary by location. At Cedar Key RV Resort, a camper reported: "Huge sites with great hook ups, that are perfectly level. Paved roads, so no dust! Great, clean facilities."
Resort amenities: Higher-end RV parks offer additional facilities. At Cedar Blessings RV Park, a visitor noted: "Feels homey. Great rec room. Pool. Clean although a little rough around the edges. Least expensive in town. A few miles outside Cedar Key but an awesome place for the money."
Hookup quality: Water and electrical connections vary significantly. A camper at Cedar Key RV Resort shared: "Level concrete pads and our site had a paver patio and picnic bench. All the hookups were well placed and maintained. Grounds were well kept and our site had some shade which is needed in Florida."
Park layouts: Space between sites can affect privacy. A visitor to Sunset Isle explained: "It is more old Florida fishing village vibe with lots of trees and gravel roads and grass on some sites."
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Which is the most popular campground near Cedar Key, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cedar Key, FL is Shell Mound Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
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