Best Camping near Clewiston, FL

Join the fun near Clewiston. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Clewiston is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Clewiston. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Clewiston, FL (96)

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    1. Ortona South

    20 Reviews
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    Overview

    Ortona South is a perfect campground for a quiet, sunny escape to South Florida. The campground is set along the Caloosahatchie River.

    Recreation

    Activities here are focused on simple, relaxing pleasures like fishing and strolling the grounds. If you walk across the dam in between 7AM and 4 PM, the road on the north side of the river provides a great place for walking and bicycling. Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Tilapia are the most commonly caught fish at the large wooden pier at the campground. Snook are commonly caught at the small north end pier which is also accessible by walking across the dam from 7AM to 4PM. Several large bird species frequent the area if you are a Bird Watcher.

    Natural Features

    The campground's terrain is flat and lined with tropical greenery , including the Sabal Palm, the state tree of Florida. The Caloosahatchee River to your north and picturesque pastures to your south. The South Florida Water Management District is constructing a Water Quality Treatment and Testing Facility, adjacent to the South East end of the campground. Construction at that site may affect the serenity of your experience.

    Nearby Attractions

    Head west to LaBelle, Florida, where an annual Swamp Cabbage Festival is held the last weekend of each February. Or travel east to hike or bike along the Herbert Hoover Dike, part of Lake Okeechobee, and part of the 1,400-mile long Florida National Scenic Trail.

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    $35 / night

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    2. Fisheating Creek Campground

    17 Reviews
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    3. Torry Island Campground

    9 Reviews
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    4. DuPuis Campground at Gate 3

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    A free camping reservation is required and must be displayed. Changes made at DuPuis Equestrian Campground Gate 3 in 2019 The DuPuis Equestrian Campground has been separated into two campgrounds; equestrian and non-equestrian. Anyone wishing to camp in the equestrian portion of the campground must have a minimum of one horse per Special Use License. All other campers may camp in the non-equestrian camping area. Similar to other District campgrounds, the main gate at the DuPuis Equestrian Campground will be locked at all times and require a Special Use License for day use, equestrian camping, and non-equestrian camping. Up to two dogs (pets) are permitted per Special Use License within the campground, otherwise pet rules remain the same within the rest of the area.

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    5. South Bay RV Campground

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    7. Pahokee Beach RV Resort

    3 Reviews
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    8. Twin Palms Resort

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    Twin Palms Resort, located near Florida's famous Lake Okeechobee, has been making memories for anglers, duck hunters, and families alike for decades. Our resort is only an hour's drive west of the Gulf Coast or an hour east of the Gold Coast of the Atlantic. We are located between Disney World and Miami Beach.

    Whether it's for the season or just for a weekend getaway, come and stay and create your own memories in the middle of the Sunshine State!

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    9. Pahokee Marina & Campground

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    $36 - $48 / night

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    10. Palm Beach County Park South Bay RV Campground

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201 Reviews of 96 Clewiston Campgrounds


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    Oct. 11, 2024

    Food Forest Utopia

    Nature's Retreat: A Sustainable Getaway with a Touch of Serenity

    Incredible campground, and it was an unforgettable experience! The 2.3 acres are full of natural beauty, with the open meadow and food forest creating a peaceful and vibrant atmosphere. The birds, bees, and butterflies were everywhere, making it feel like a true nature retreat. The abundance of fresh bananas and the host's expertise in foraging added a unique touch. Plus, being so close to Riverbend Park and Jupiter's beaches was a huge bonus! Just like keeping track of GEPCO bill online at https://gepcobillsonline.pk/ helps me manage my energy usage, this campground taught me to appreciate natural resources and sustainability.

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    Oct. 7, 2024

    Food Forest Utopia

    Nature's Haven Near Riverbend Park and Jupiter Beaches

    This 2.3-acre property is a slice of paradise, much like savoring the Texas Roadhouse menu at https://texas-roadhousemenu.com —rich with variety and full of life. The open meadow and food forest, brimming with birds and butterflies, feel as satisfying as their famous steaks and fresh sides. With fresh fruit on-site and just minutes from Riverbend Park and Jupiter’s beaches, it’s a feast for nature lovers!

  • Marvin
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    Sep. 19, 2024

    Food Forest Utopia

    A Nature Lover's Retreat: Food Forest Utopia

    This Food Forest Utopia is like discovering a secret garden at McDonald's—welcoming, vibrant, and always offering something delightful to enjoy, just like finding your favorite item on the menu https://mcdophmenu.com. A perfect retreat for nature lovers!

  • Patrick B.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 1, 2024

    Trails End Fishing Resort

    Hot Dayz

    Spent a great weekend here fishing and relaxing. Rooms are neat and clean with AC. Grounds are well kept and the pool was definitely a plus at the end of a Hot day! I'll be back.

  • Patrick B.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Aug. 30, 2024

    Fisheating Creek Campground

    Up the Creek

    Love this place. Love the woods , always see critters along the creek. Campsites are clean and bathhouse is cleaned daily. Great hiking, fishing, bird watching or just chillaxin. Staff is always helpful. Been here many times and will definitely be back!

  • JERRY C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    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.

  • Eric H.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jun. 20, 2024

    Shawnee Acres

    Does not exist anymore

    Spoke to the person who owns it and they said it’s closed and there will be a house build on it this year.

  • wThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Jun. 5, 2024

    Zachary Taylor RV Resort

    Park review

    Very nice park, staff very friendly, price very good for June. Everything you want or need is right here. Marinas and guides are close along with Walmart, restaurants. Wifi is provided if needed, Verizon coverage is 5 bars.

  • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 26, 2024

    DuPuis Campground at Gate 3

    Buggy but quiet

    Follow the steps described on the website to register for a free camping permit. You’re supposed to write your name and permit number on a paper to display on your dash and check in with the camp host, but we never saw them and no one came by.

    We’re probably spoiled coming from non buggy places, but there were a lot of gnats and bugs. We basically stayed in the camper the entire time. The family campground has composting toilets (they do smell bad, but better than nothing at a free site). There’s an equestrian campground down the road that has showers and running water toilets but we didn’t check those out. Some people had several barking dogs but that didn’t bother us overnight. Plenty of empty spaces on a Thursday night.

  • Bobby G.
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    Mar. 25, 2024

    Bear Island

    Clean, Warm, and Cozy. With a touch of Gators...

    Stayed here for a quick overnight campout last weekend and was very pleased with the campgrounds. The site was clean and well groomed. We were close to the swamp and at night saw quite a few crayfish crawling around on the ground at night which was a first for me. If you stay here make sure you take a walk around at night that is where we ended up seeing a lot of critters which was really cool. Also make sure you take a flashlight and look in many of the waterways. We ended up seeing quite a few gators and fish like alligator gar. Also discovered that the creeping growling noises I was hearing all night was Gators mating which is wild to think about...

  • Michelle C.
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    Feb. 14, 2024

    McCarty Ranch Preserve

    Great place to camp or spend an evening away from the city

    Great place to escape the city without going far, it’s a great place to spend camping or to rent out for an evening campfire night. There’s a man made pond next to it where you’ll get a nice view of the sun going down. Bathrooms aren’t too far away but unless you’re in the first four camp sites you’re probably gonna want to drive to it.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Feb. 12, 2024

    Okaloacoochee, Hunt Camp

    Nice and Peaceful

    Hunt Camp, Okaloacoochee SF: We stayed at the nearby Overflow CG. I expect this would have been the same quiet and peaceful experience, as noticed during our walks by Hunt Camp. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. Our rating of a campground is influenced by the following: The general ambiance- sort of wilderness feel the campground gives us. A selection of campsites which offer some visual privacy and/or view from sites. Cleanliness of whatever facilities are offered is important and usually noted in my review.

    Overall Rating: 4.5 for large sites. No natural barrier in between. Price 2023: $ 10 Security: None Usage during visit: 1/2 to full. Site Privacy: No Site Spacing: Large sites. Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Required. Campground Noise: Quiet.
    Road Noise: Adjacent to the road, but there is not much traffic. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Non-potable water is available at the adjacent horse corals. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Chemical toilets Showers: No Pull Throughs: No Cell Service (AT&T): 1 bar Setting: Adjacent to prairie with fairly dense low growing trees which obstructs view. Recent Weather: Sunny Solar: Great Host: No Rig Size: Any Sites: I like all of the sites. #3 is the best location in the loop.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Feb. 3, 2024

    Panther Pond

    Secluded Campsites

    Panther Pond: We really liked this quiet campground with very secluded sites. More sunshine and solar at Okaloacoochee Overflow and Hunt Camp. To Do: Nearby trails here to talk of grass to comfortably walk in. Either not much recent horse traffic or they just have not been mowed. Either is probably due to this year’s wet winter .

    Make sure to make the 30 minute drive to the board walk on Sic Island Dr. Short walk to the short boardwalk. Outstanding way to leave with a taste of the slough.

    Bicycles on Wildcow Rd

    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: 4.5 for Great privacy. Price 2023: $ 10 for seniors Security: None Usage during visit: 1/4 full Site Privacy: most all sites – excellent, with shrubbery in between sites. Site Spacing: very nice Site surface: dirt Reservations: required Campground Noise: Quiet Road Noise: Maybe a little from Cow Path Rd. Very little travel. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no none Potable Water Available: a couple miles away at Hunt camp there is a hand pump at the horse corals. Rangers say it is not portable.
    Generators: allowed Bathroom: chemical toilets Showers: no Pull Throughs: None Cell Service (AT&T): one bar Setting: in a long pine forest, with lots of palm tree shrubbery Recent Weather: clear with highs in the upper 60s Solar: some sites. See below. Host: no Rig Size: 17 to 20 foot trailer will fit in some sites in my opinion. See below. Sites: Will easily fit a 17 foot trailer: 1,2,3*,5*,7,6,9*,11, *very nice solar at 2 PM, but not all day.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Feb. 2, 2024

    Okaloacoochee Slough - Overflow Campground

    Quiet and Peaceful

    Overflow CG, Okaloacoochee FLSF: We had a peaceful experience staying here for 5 days.

    To Do: Nearby trails here to talk of grass to comfortably walk in. Either not much recent horse traffic or they just have not been mowed. Either is probably due to this year’s wet winter . Make sure to make the 30 minute drive to the board walk on Sic Island Dr. Short walk to the short boardwalk. Outstanding way to leave with a taste of the slough.
    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good.

    Wildcow Rd beginning at the campground is a nice walk. Three walks with only 1 vehicle during our walk.

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. ) Overall Rating: 4.5 for mostly large sites, but no privacy in between. Price 2023: $ 11 about w taxes Security: None Usage during visit: 1/2 Site Privacy: Open Site Spacing: most of the 6 sites are large Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Very quiet.
    Road Noise: Wildcow, a backcountry road, runs along campground. Not busy during our visit, but can be more busy I hear. Could be a dust problem when there is less rain. Through Traffic in campground: Along Wildcow. Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Ram gets report as non-potable water at Hunt Camp, .25 miles. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Chemical toilets.
    Showers: No Pull Throughs: No Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: 3’ tall native grass in between sites. Recent Weather: Sunny, not too hot Solar: The best Host: No Rig Size: Any size. Sites: 1 is best. 6 is second, but closer to the road which was infrequently used during our stay. 3 and 4, unfortunately back up to each other.

  • 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.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bohemian Freedom Ranch
    Jan. 26, 2024

    Bohemian Freedom Ranch

    The best place ever!!!

    Bohemian Freedom Ranch is hands down the best camping experience I’ve had road tripping. You can camp right out in the pasture with the animals, which includes water buffalo, emus, and all sorts of farm animals. The host Jim is kind, responsive, and welcoming, and was accessible for the whole stay. The farm features tons of outdoor hangout spots made of reclaimed materials, a shower, an indoor common area, and a swimming hole! I loved my time there and highly recommend!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Jan. 14, 2024

    DuPuis Campground at Gate 3

    Beautiful, clean, great camp host but, outhouse for a toilet?????

     Great trip with lots of Rural Florida to see and understand the other Florida… wonderful Everglades set up with small pond and small gators residents.Perfect place to spend a night unless you have to poop… outhouse is the way and you can smell it . Showers will be a mile down the road but if you can go past that then you are good to go.

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    Jan. 14, 2024

    Pahokee Beach RV Resort

    A lot of nature but no infrastructure

    If you want to see animals and be in the middle of wildlife this is good for you. We really liked it because of the lake view. The RV spot is right at the lake. Would recommend :)

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Dec. 15, 2023

    Ortona South

    River or Grassland Views

    Ortona South Campground, ACE campground in Moore Haven, FL. We absolutely love staying here. There are no trails nearby (The unofficial trail near site 21 is closed off due to construction up river.)but a nice walk on the access road out to the highway is a 4 mile round trip from the back of the campground. Lots of dump truck traffic on this road from the nearby gravel yard. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71yr olds in a 17’ trailer. Our rating of a campground is influenced by the following: The general ambiance- sort of wilderness feel the campground gives us. Also, a selection of campsites which offer some visual privacy and/or scenic view is valuable. Cleanliness of the facilities that are offered is important and usually noted in my review. ))

    Overall Rating: 4 for the spectacular views in most sites.
    Price 2023: $ 15 w interagency pass Usage during visit: Full Site Privacy: Open. In our corner site , #21, we were able to swing our 17’ trailer around to offer much more privacy with the water view. This could be done with a small van as well or an RV pulling in nose first. # 20 is the most private site. Site Views: Some sites have very nice water views, others nice open grassland views. Noted below. Site Spacing: Good
    Site surface: Concrete Reservations: Yes. Sites in this campground is in high demand.
    Campground Noise: Quiet. Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: Yes Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: At sites Bathroom: One in each loop. Flush toilets. Old. Reasonably clean. Showers: Two showers in each bathroom with curtains which share a dressing area.
    Pull Throughs: Some - in the first of two loops. Pull throughs all are in the first loop and include a double site.
    Cell Service (AT&T): 3 to 4 bars Setting: Campground runs along a the Caloosahatchee River. Open grass land with scattered palm trees on the other side. The campground road runs between the campground and grass land in the first loop only. Recent Weather: 80’s for 5 of our days. Then it cooled off with some rain. Bugs: Mosquitoes are around in the evening, especially . Solar: Would be available in all sites. Host: Sites are near the entrance Rig size: Large rigs are fine in most if not all sites.

    Sites: First Loop, just after the entry station (31-50): SITES ALONG CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER but view is limited : 32-39. 23 ,24 have a nice view up a waterway. Largest site occupying largest area is on the corner (no real view): 31. Fishing dock, access is between site, 32 and 33, and across from site 51. 44 and 43 are pull throughs, and do not offer as much as other sites regarding location/view. Same with the double back in sites,45 and 46.

    SECOND LOOP, furthest from entry station: (1 - 30): #29 has a palm barrier giving picnic side nicer privacy. Sites 21 - 30 are right along the river, all with nice water views. #24- 30 , are the best water view sites. 21,22 and 23 water views up the river are a bit limited due to vegetation on the riverbank up the river. All these sites view the river down to the dam. Sites on the river side have more space between sites than the grassland side, 1-20. Maybe that is so sites on the grassland side can still see the river in between the more spacious sites on the river side. Across from #2,3,4 sites is the access to the dam crossing which accesses the fishing dock on the other side. The corner site, #20, offers the absolute most privacy of any site with a grassland view. (I liked the grassland view sites, but I prefer the water views.)

    #1 has a building right behind it which detracts from, but does not eliminate the grassland view.

    There are fishing docks on both sides of the Calossahatchee, but I have been told that the fishing on the other side of the river is better. The dam crossing to access the other side is open from 7:30AM untill 4:30PM.

    All sites have a covered picnic table .

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moore Haven KOA
    Dec. 11, 2023

    Moore Haven KOA

    Open Park Like

    KOA Moore Haven : Not my cup of tea, however looked clean and maybe appealing if I had a large RV. I would first research what of interest the area offers.
    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer.

    Usage during visit: Not 1/4 full Site Privacy: Open Site Spacing: See pics Site surface: Varies Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Pretty quiet upon my drive through. Road Noise: Closest sites to the highway are still pretty removed. Full Hookups : Yes Dump Station: Yes Bathroom: Yes Showers: Yes Cell Service (AT&T): 4 bars Setting: Open park like with some sites along large ponds Recent Weather: to 50s for lows and to 80s for highs. Solar: Great Rig size: Many large rigs present. Sites: The sites along the water are the most appealing to me. See pics.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from W.P. Franklin N
    Dec. 8, 2023

    W.P. Franklin N

    Water Views Galore

    Franklin WP North ACE Campground in : Alva,FL - We stayed at Ortona and drove here to check this campground out while returning from Fort Meyers. It looks like it would be difficult to be disappointed with a stay here. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. Our rating of a campground is influenced by the following: The general ambiance- sort of wilderness feel the campground gives us. A selection of campsites which offer some visual privacy and/or view. Cleanliness of whatever type of the campsite and whatever facilities are offered is important and usually noted in my review.

    Overall Rating: 4 as almost all sites on the water Price 2023: $ 15 w interagency pass Usage during visit: Full Site Privacy: None Site Spacing: Close Site surface: Concrete Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Quiet Road Noise: Not near enough to major road Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: Yes Sewer Hookup. No Dump Station:
    Potable Water Available: At site Bathroom: Clean and flush toilets.
    Showers: Double curtain- nicer than Ortona .
    Pull Throughs: Yes Cell Service (AT&T): 3 bars Setting: Both sides are on water. Weather: 72 and sunny Bugs: None during the day Host: On site Rig size: Large rigs Sites: Best sites are 8 and 10 , 26, The only sites not on the water are: 19,20, 21



Guide to Clewiston

Camping near Clewiston, Florida, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs and preferences.

What to do

  • Explore Nature Trails: Many campgrounds, like Jonathan Dickinson State Park, have extensive trails for hiking and biking. One visitor mentioned, "The trails are extensive, and the people are incredibly friendly and helpful."
  • Fishing and Canoeing: At Fisheating Creek Campground, you can enjoy fishing and kayaking. A camper shared, "Love this place. Love the woods, always see critters along the creek."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Kilpatrick Hammock Campground are great for spotting deer and other wildlife. One reviewer noted, "Saw a lot of deer, boar, and turkeys around the grounds."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Highlands Hammock State Park Campground said, "Restroom path from site and very clean."
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Ortona South mentioned, "Excellent hosts that are friendly and helpful."
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like W.P. Franklin N offer beautiful water views. A reviewer stated, "You get to camp right on the waterway; there are great views from every site."

What you should know

  • Crowded Campgrounds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Florida Highlands Hammock State Park noted, "The actual campground needs some love. It’s too packed together."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Davie / Fort Lauderdale KOA has been criticized for its lack of working facilities, with one camper saying, "Broken showers. Toilet barely connected to the floor."
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially in the evenings. A camper at Florida W.P. Franklin North warned, "The mosquitos are a bit much... makes it hard to sit outside at night."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like playgrounds. Koreshan State Park Campground has a kids' playground and canoe rentals.
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. One family at Savannas Recreational Park enjoyed the "great walking trails and wonderful wildlife."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hikes and outdoor activities. A camper at Fisheating Creek Campground mentioned, "The staff is always helpful," which can be great if you need assistance during your stay.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Florida Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park noted, "The sites are small!!"
  • Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like Ortona South offer electric hookups, which can be a plus for RVers. One camper said, "Sites are concrete and level. Long enough for our 38 ft coach."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Services: Some campgrounds may not have sewer hookups. A visitor at W.P. Franklin N mentioned, "The lack of sewer at each site... is a nice little gem in SW Florida."

Camping around Clewiston, Florida, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Clewiston, FL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Clewiston, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 96 campgrounds and RV parks near Clewiston, FL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Clewiston, FL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clewiston, FL is Ortona South with a 4.6-star rating from 20 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Clewiston, FL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Clewiston, FL.

  • What parks are near Clewiston, FL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Clewiston, FL that allow camping, notably Lake Okeechobee and Pomme De Terre Lake.