7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Tent camping near Clarcona, Florida covers a wide range of options, from walk-in tent campsites to primitive backcountry areas along Florida waterways. King's Landing offers eight walk-in tent-only sites with a 4.6/5 rating, while North Shore Relic Ranch features five drive-in tent campsites. For those seeking more remote experiences, Black Bear Wilderness Area provides walk-in and hike-in tent camping opportunities along the St. Johns River. Little Big Econ State Forest, located east of Clarcona, offers primitive tent camping with boat-in, hike-in, and walk-in access options.
Most tent campgrounds in the area require reservations, with amenities varying significantly between locations. Fire rings and picnic tables are standard at most sites, though water availability differs considerably. Lake Mills Park provides 14 tent sites with access to showers and bathrooms, while more primitive locations like Black Bear Wilderness Area have no toilet facilities. Insect repellent is essential year-round, with mosquitoes particularly active during warmer months. Many areas require campers to practice proper food storage techniques due to wildlife, including hanging food from trees at night. Several preserves and state forests close periodically for hunting seasons, so checking current schedules before planning a trip is necessary.
The backcountry tent camping experience around Clarcona offers unique Florida ecosystems and wildlife viewing opportunities. According to reviews, Black Bear Wilderness Area features "a covered shelter, fire pit, benches and a picnic table with many trees for hammock camping and lots of room for tents." Campers must practice bear safety using bear-proof containers. At Seminole State Forest Primitive Campsites, visitors note the quarter-mile walk from parking to campsites can involve muddy spots requiring waterproof hiking boots. The forest provides excellent stargazing opportunities with minimal light pollution. Lake Mills Park tent sites, while more developed, experience some road noise from nearby streets. Weather conditions can affect accessibility, with summer rains making trails slick and causing river levels to rise in areas like Little Big Econ State Forest.
"The camp spaces are on a large field and each has its own fire ring. It has a very cozy communal vibe. Saturday nights they host a large fire down by the boat launch for everyone to join."
"To begin with, there’s nearly 1,000 crystal clear springs throughout the state of Florida, so when you find one that’s pretty spectacular, it’s like finding a needle in a haystack."
from $30 / night
"The hiking near by is great and plenty of trails near by. Also a spot to go paddling but we didn’t this trip. We will deff be back!"
"It was great getting to learn about the north shore ranch and the abundance of trails in the area for exploring! Stop by and leave a review with some pictures of your favorite views!"
from $20 - $35 / night
"This was a special use event so we used the big open field areas in the day use part of the park near the lake. This was a very, very good and well run event on everyone's part. "
"The good: This is a beautiful clean campground attached to a nice community park. 14 sites total some closer to each other than others, but we had no neighbors."
"Jumper camp is a primitive area with a picnic table and a fire ring."
"We packed light but not that light because we like to be comfortable; it took my BF and me about 3 trips each to get everything we needed to the site, including firewood, our 4 person tent, air mattress"
from $9 - $18 / night
"Hike out to this beautiful sight under the stars and dream of bygone eras...We started at the Barr Street Trailhead and hiked in to LE 39 where we found 2 fire rings."
"I definitely wouldn't recommend recommend getting there at night to set up, but otherwise it's fairly easy to get around."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when available"To get to this camp you will have to hike in along old levy's some just over a foot wide. Much of the trail is sloped to one side or the other. Along the way you will see some beautiful sites!"
"Nice level sites I've been there a few times Nice facilities and pool fun to bike around in"
"We did not stay over night but I did notice some nice looking cabins and primitive camping sites."
"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."
"There is one small hike in to primitive campsite on the far side of the lake from the nature center - on less than 2 mile loop trail. Site will hold approximately 5 guests comfortably."
"There were restrooms at the pavilion but no showers. The pavilion area had lights and a grill with a cooking area just off to the side. "
ScoutTim and Leisha were the best! Great campsite close to Disney is what we wanted.. clean and well organized. They make you feel at home and they even invited us to dinner at the pool and provided all the food. I will definitely be going back when I’m in town. They loved our kiddos too!
LegendThis Old Florida location has a Western bent to the place with the covered wagon motif and ranch-styled main office with what looks to be a horse tie up on the porch, so whatever the theme might be, this RV enclave is a good stretch away from the I75 highway that you moseyed onto in to find this 55+ retirement one lane (OK, there’s a simple loop) cowboy retirement OK corral. You’ll access Countryside RV Park via Country Rd 489 just off of Route 470 and if you blink (you know, because of all that dust blowing off the prairie), you’d miss the turn-off, so keep your eyes peeled, pardner, and about 20 yards into the property, you’ll swing by the office on what looks to be freshly laid, small single vehicle lanes and check in with the sheriff (er, the RV manager), who will direct you to your humble piece of very flat land, which no doubt will be draped in shade provided by the scattered ancient and live oaks that are sweating Spanish moss creating a very (trust me) un-wild, wild west vibe.
There’s some basic amenities here in addition to the standard pull-through parking pads and FHUs offering 20 / 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage, including: sanitary dump, impeccably clean his / her restrooms and shower facilities, picnic tables, WiFi, cable TV, coin-operated laundry, horseshoes, side X side shuffle boards that are in pristine condition, recreation room with billiards, dog park, fire pit, retention pond, on-site storage, exercise equipment and gym. There’s even a proper mail room in case you plan on staying long enough that you need to receive mail here or have it forwarded (beats waiting for the Pony Express to arrive). Due to this being a semi- or full-retirement zone, Countryside offers additional diversions and activities like bingo, Karaoke, bowling, arts & crafts as well as Bible study, in addition to learning how to lasso your very own steer (OK, I made up this last one).
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If your ID or social security card doesn’t clearly state that you are 55+ you won’t have any luck at this hideout; (2) If you do manage to stay here, IMHO the best spots are those either on the western - but of course - side of this depot (#6 – 22) or eastern (#46–#59) perimeters; (3) Should you need to load up on anything while here, there’s not much nearby apart from a Dollar General and Kal’s Food Grocery, but if you don’t mind driving slightly further afield, there’s a Publix NE of here and a Winn-Dixie and Walmart due south of here towards Bushnell; and (4) In the event that you’d like to grab some local grub, there’s Big Apple Café and a Subway nearby in the small town here, or up on Lake Panasoffkee there’s Big Bass Grill Lakefront Restaurant & Marina, which I highly recommend.
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TravelerIts a great campground for longterm and short term alike, my wife and myself live out of pull behind full time and have been here since August. This campground is conviently located roughly 45 minutes from downtown Orlando and 30 minutes from Cocoa Beach. They have several buildings available for use to campers with kitchens inside some of the buildings, they have a beautiful pool open year round, a pool table nicely located right beside part of the Orlando wetland walking trails. Plus really who doesn't want to reconnect with their inner child and stay in a small little town like Christmas where the post office is decorated year round, there's a nativity scene up year round and parts of the park itself keeps some lights up year round.
LegendPulling into Cape Kennedy RV Resort just off I-95 in Mims felt like stepping into a haven of wide skies and gentle breezes, where the lush shade trees and relaxed layout of this RV park immediately invited us to exhale and settle into a slower pace after a long day on the road. The RV sites are roomy and shaded, giving you that sense of being tucked into nature even though you’re just minutes from the highway, and the clean, well-maintained facilities make set-up feel effortless. One of my favorite moments here was watching the boys gather sticks for a small, post-dinner campfire while fireflies blinked around the grassy edge of our site and the river reflected the last warm colors of sunset, laughter and simple chatter weaving into a perfect end-of-day memory. The best campsites are the ones located on the western side of the property where you can wake up to the chirping of birds, covered by solid shade while sipping your morning coffee, which makes lingering here feel like a little slice of calm amidst the journey. We’d recommend Cape Kennedy RV Resort for families who appreciate EZ interstate access, shady, beautifully spaced sites, and a blend of nature and convenience.
LegendArriving at Indian River RV Park just off US-1 in Titusville feels calm and unhurried, with a palm-lined setting near the Indian River that offers an EZ pull-in and a welcome sense of space after a day on the road. The park leans into a relaxed, old-school Florida vibe with grassy sites, mature trees offering tons of shade, clean restrooms and showers and a layout that feels friendly and low-key rather than overly polished. One of our favorite family moments here was loading the boys into the car after dinner and heading out to watch a satellite launch from Cape Canaveral, their chatter slowly turning into wide-eyed silence as the rocket lit up the sky and left a glowing trail we’ll never forget. Earlier that evening, we enjoyed a classic Space Coast dinner at Dixie Crossroads, where the family shared baskets of rock shrimp, hushpuppies and sweet tea, making it feel like a true Florida rite of passage. From what we saw, the best sites are those closer to the river side of the park, where gentle breezes and morning bird calls make early coffee feel especially peaceful. We’d recommend Indian River RV Park for families who value EZ access, a quiet and shaded campground atmosphere, and close proximity to unforgettable local experiences like waterfront dining, Cuban cafes (just out the back corner) and watching rockets soar into space.
ScoutThis campground is close to Kenedy Space Center and Merritt Island. It has full hookups and plenty of amenities. Restrooms are clean. Some of the sites are quite small, but there are plenty of large sites for big rigs.
ScoutZephyrhills colony has new Management. It's like a breath of fresh air.A weight is lifted from our shoulders of constant harassment and being hawked at on a daily basis. The parking pads are beautiful.The construction crew did an excellent job and the yellow stripes on the roads are amazing.We are so thankful for this improvement in our park that we can be proud and happy at once and for all. I thank God for answered prayer personally.Now I can breathe now.I can live amen
GuideSpent two nights here again. Sept. 27th and 28th. During the day time there were a lot of Love Bugs. My camping kitty loved chasing them. At night or at sun down I was bombarded with bugs. Even if I tried to attract them to a higher light and I was in the dark, didn't help. So this time of the year, sunset = go inside.
Also, the description above is wrong.
This dispersed camping area within Ocala National Forest DOES NOT provide water hookups, restrooms, and picnic tables along with standard amenities like trash service and campfire permissions.
The campground DOES NOT maintain water availability throughout the site and DOES NOT HAVE ANY clean restroom facilities.
Other than that, I will be back.
GuideSpent two nights here again. September 27th and 28th. This is a great dispersed camping area. You only need to know your limits with soft sand. During the day there were a lot of love bugs and the water was great. As soon as the sun sets, at this time of the year the bugs were terrible. Even if you tried to attract them up in the air with a Devos light you will be bombarded. Sunset = go inside. Other than the night time bugs, it's a great place. I will be back.
Tent camping near Clarcona, Florida offers diverse camping opportunities within a 30-mile radius, with options ranging from isolated primitive sites to more developed campgrounds with amenities. The area features subtropical terrain with sandy soil and pine forests typical of central Florida, where summer temperatures often exceed 90°F with high humidity. Year-round camping is available, though winter months (November-February) provide the most comfortable temperatures and reduced insect activity.
Kayaking at King's Landing: The spring-fed waters provide ideal paddling conditions year-round. King's Landing offers kayak rentals on-site or you can bring your own. "Saturday nights they host a large fire down by the boat launch for everyone to join," notes camper Rishi B.
Hiking at Seminole State Forest: Multiple trail systems available for day hikes ranging from 1-8 miles. "The walk from where you can park to the actual site is about a quarter mile away, but it can be prone to flooding, so I would wear waterproof hiking boots," advises Meghan C., highlighting the sometimes challenging terrain.
Wildlife observation at East Camp: Various ecosystems support abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. East Camp — Little Big Econ State Forest features trails along the Econlockhatchee River. "You could spend an entire day just getting lost around the trails. So much fun. Not a very difficult trial though," reports Hannah S.
Privacy between sites: North Shore Relic Ranch offers well-spaced tent sites. "Great place to camp, my wife and I really enjoyed our time at the Ranch. James was the best host, I was able to order wood and it was waiting on arrival," shares Scott O.
River access: Many sites provide direct water access for fishing and swimming. "This is a really nice spot situated between the spring and Blackwater Creek. The site is 100 yards down a path from where you park. It's a great spot if you want to paddle the creek," writes Billy A. about Seminole State Forest Primitive Campsites.
Quiet atmosphere: Most campgrounds maintain quiet hours from 10pm-7am. "Took a little bit of recon to find this since Little Big Econ has so many trails. Clean but not very secluded area if a busy weekend, you'll have have lots of hikers-by," notes Lori E. about East Camp.
Reservation requirements: Most tent sites require advance booking, especially during winter months. "You MUST have a reservation to camp here. If you have a pet it MUST be kept on a lease at all times and picked up after," cautions a review about Black Bear Wilderness Area.
Water quality concerns: Several campgrounds have limited potable water access. "The one down side was the water to shower with smells terrible, I recommend you bring your own water to shower with or you can go to Publix (10 mins away) and buy those 86 cent water bottles and your set," advises Luis L. about King's Landing.
Flooding risk: Low-lying areas can flood after heavy rain. Some primitive sites require waterproof footwear during rainy seasons, typically May through September.
Choose developed campgrounds: Lake Mills Park provides 14 tent sites with more amenities for children. "This is a beautiful clean campground attached to a nice community park. 14 sites total some closer to each other than others, but we had no neighbors. There is a centrally located bathroom and shower," reports Jeff A.
Pack extra clothing: Florida's humid climate means clothes don't dry quickly. Bring more changes than you think necessary, especially for children playing near water.
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature play areas for children. "We love this campground! We have camped here many times and also just have visited their awesome park and pavilions. There is a huge park with a great playground, which the kids love," shares Beverly F. about Lake Mills Park.
Limited RV access: Most primitive sites near Clarcona don't accommodate RVs. Crooked River Campground provides primitive camping with specific areas for tents. "The spacious, private campsites were a plus. It truly felt like we were camping alone in the forest and the kids loved getting to explore," notes Danae N.
Generator restrictions: Many tent-focused sites prohibit generators. Check rules before arrival as noise restrictions apply.
Road conditions: Access roads to primitive sites may be unpaved. "There is an old but packed dirt road to the sites. Also connects to hiking trails in the Croom Tract," mentions Tracy L H. about Crooked River Campground.
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