1 campground with availability this weekend
Clarcona Horse Park offers 30/50 amp electric and water hookups for campers with horses. Tent and RV sites are available at this Apopka establishment, with facilities designed to accommodate equestrians and their animals. The park maintains clean restrooms and shower facilities for campers, while providing ample space for horse trailers. Fires are permitted in designated areas, and picnic tables are available at each site. The grounds are reservable in advance, which is recommended during peak riding seasons as the park receives a high rating from equestrian campers. Trash collection is provided throughout the grounds, ensuring clean conditions for both riders and horses. Campers browse The Dyrt when exploring the best sites near Cocoa, Florida.
Located approximately 40 miles from Cocoa, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground provides another horse-friendly option with more extensive amenities. This full-hookup campground includes tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with horse corrals on property. The campground connects to bridle paths suitable for daily rides, though trail access is limited to designated routes. Potable water is readily available for both campers and horses throughout the grounds. Water pressure at the sites is consistent but may be lower during peak usage periods. The campground's central Florida location offers year-round accessibility, with trails that remain usable even during wet seasons when other facilities might restrict horse access due to trail conditions.
"We camp a lot during the summer but since this is Florida it's HOT regularly and sizzling during the summer months."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $24 / night
"I live within a hours drive from this park and have been camping here for 40 plus years. This State Park is Old Florida, sites are secluded from the other sites compared to many other parks."
"The path is very clear with markers and when you arrive at the site, there is a clear indicator to follow. The path to the site is right off the main trail."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 / night
"You can’t get more centrally located that bill Frederick. Located In metro west, this park is close to both the theme parks, and a commutable distance to north Orlando."
"if you choose primitive campground (10$) you will have to walk a little bit. the car parking is far away from the actual campsite. huge plus arw free showers with hot water. area is beautiful!"
from $20 - $100 / night
"This review relates to River Ranch RV Resort, which is next to the Westgate property. I would personally not stay at the Westgate RV since it is basically just an open field with RV spots. "
"Good off-roading nearby ! All the amenities you want. Nice staff"
"If you’ve got one of those incredibly large mobile homes on wheels, then this particular RV location just off of Highway 414 near Hiawassee may just be the perfect spot for you."
"Nice gravel drive for the RV. There are horse events, fun to watch., food truck available for breakfast and lunch day of event. Nice shade snd clean bathrooms. Only $17 if over 55."
"Vero Beach Equestrian Club is new to the Dyrt and accepting reservations! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!"
Available this weekend
from $40 - $80 / night
GuideLots of amenities with plenty to do, water park was nice, ice cream shop, marina, and skeet range were cool. Staff was inconsistent - some allowed the kids to have fun but others break out the measuring stick to deny activities. Head scratching at times but will probably go back.
TravelerThey used to have a primitive sites near the boat ramp but since they don't really make money on that it went byebye. I asked the front gate what happened & the rude lady was like "we never had that". Ok so all these websites are lying AND there used to be a sign with a literal tent in it lol either she's lying or clueless. Also reservations have to be made two days in advance You can't even do it a full day in advance. So If you're out of state and want to stay at this campground, you're going to have to sleep in your car for a night or two because of their policies LOL what a joke.
TravelerThis is a lovely RV spot at the FL state park with nice space & full hook up. There is a walking path right behind my spot. Lots of places to explore. Beautiful tall trees & fire pits for the unseasonably chilly nights.
ScoutThe park is beautiful and well kept but the staff is so rude and the pool is always closed. We had a bad pedestal but no one came out to fix it when we call multiple times about it. Site 18 was level and easy to back into but too close to other campers.
LegendSpent five nights at this beautiful campground. It is absolutely so peaceful. Tons of deer all over, all the time. The campground is definitely nice and pitch black at night. We walked over to the observation tower and could see the cow camp from there. We rode our bikes to the cow camp and snooped around. That was really interesting. Our site was really nice and big. All the palms around the site give it some privacy. Most of the trails are still flooded. Our rainy season just ended and we’ve had a lot of rain towards the end of it.
Laundry is $1.25 per load. Bathhouse was clean each time we used it. Park rangers were friendly each time we saw them.
TravelerNice spot to just get away and relax. Lots of hiking trails and some wildlife. Deers all around even among the campsites. Some tours available close by for airboats. We will be back here again.
TravelerVery rude lady at the front gate. Online it said they have primitive camping by the lake THERE'S EVEN A SIGN for it. She said they stopped doing that a long time ago. Soooo why does it still say it online and the sign still up. Now they closed the entire campground?? This campground really needs to get it's sh*t together. Get Better workers & management. The actual campground is fine.
LegendIf you’ve got one of those incredibly large mobile homes on wheels, then this particular RV location just off of Highway 414 near Hiawassee may just be the perfect spot for you. OK, there were a few tents here, but you could tell this place was really built for the mobile campers in mind. With 28 ample slanted, elongated parking lanes for your parking pleasure, all of the sites come equipped with the typical 30 / 50 amp electrical hook-ups, waste disposal and water connections. The bathrooms and shower facilities are clean and fairly well-maintained.
There’s the standard picnic table, garbage receptacles and even a community BBQ. The hosts are incredibly nice and offer pricing by the night, week and month. Overall, the community is inviting and friendly and there’s at times some planned activities, with most of those featuring horse shows and competitions of some sort, throughout the week (check with the front desk). While there’s not a ton of amenities to pick and choose from, this location does come with grills, park and shelter as well as all the free glimpses of horses being trained. Of course, should you be here with your noble steed, there’s some 22 miles worth of paths to gallup. Near this RV parking lot, you do have access to Lake Apopka.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) The real draw to this particular campground is the massive equestrian infrastructure that exists as the fulcrum, so if you are camping, this can be a very nice distraction, in case you come here with the principle idea of racing / showing your horses, then this CG is ideal – and less so if you don’t have a horse and don’t want to camp alongside what could be considered a bit of a circus (especially on show days); (2) Should you grow tired of whipping up franks & beans again for supper and you wanna check out some local fare, you’re going to have to drive a bit north to South Apopka where there’s joints like The Nauti Lobstah, Verona Café, Lechonera Latina and Wings-N-Things; (3) In the event that you need to load up on supplies, there’s both a Sam’s Club and Walmart Supercenter due NE of here; and (4) For some really great hiking & biking, of course, there’s the West Orange Trail, but if you are looking for something a bit different and less trodden, then check out Oakland Nature Preserve, which sits south of Lake Apopka.
Happy Camping!
GuideBeautiful shaded sites and long biking/ trails
Equestrian options dominate the horse campgrounds near Cocoa, Florida, with facilities designed for travelers accompanied by their animals. Located in central Florida's subtropical climate zone, these destinations remain accessible year-round with average winter temperatures rarely dropping below 50°F. Water management becomes critical during the summer rainy season when trail conditions can deteriorate rapidly.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: At Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground, campers can observe native Florida species in their natural habitat. "Saw lots of animals. Everyone was very nice!" reports Caitlyn P., while Zackari S. adds they were "hoping to see some Florida native black bears fingers crossed."
Horse trail riding: The equestrian facilities at Clarcona Horse Park offer 22 miles of riding paths. "If you are camping, this can be a very nice distraction," notes Stuart K., who explains the park's "massive equestrian infrastructure that exists as the fulcrum" of the camping experience.
Swimming in natural springs: The refreshing waters at Wekiwa Springs maintain a constant 72°F temperature. "The springs are amazing!" writes Zackari S., though Hannah S. cautions, "If you go on a weekend, make sure you go EARLY! Line of car starts around 9am and park will close at capacity."
Private, spacious sites: Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground offers secluded camping spots. "Campsites are far enough apart for privacy with lots of shades trees," reports Stephanie G., while Lorilee S. mentions, "Our site was really nice and big. All the palms around the site give it some privacy."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently note the well-maintained bathrooms. Lauren W. describes Lake Kissimmee as having "extremely clean restrooms, great washing machine and dryer, clean place to wash dishes!" At Clarcona Horse Park, reviewers mention "clean bathrooms" and call it a "well kept park."
Abundant wildlife: The natural settings support diverse animal populations. Barbara J. at Lake Kissimmee shares, "While sitting in our screen gazebo, I was awed by the passing of a male panther about 25 yards from our campsite. Wild turkeys visited us daily to hang out by a fallen tree near our site."
Reservation requirements: Popular parks fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. At Wekiwa Springs, Jenn B. suggests "a weekday is best to visit the spring and river. On the weekend there were tons of people in the park."
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly between parks. At Lake Kissimmee, Corey K. warns, "Cell service is practically non existent in the park and within 10 miles from the park."
Water access restrictions: During Florida's rainy season (May-October), trail conditions may limit horse access. At Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, riders should check trail status before visiting as seasonal flooding can restrict access.
Campfire regulations: Rules vary between parks. At Bill Frederick Park, Billy A. notes, "At the tent sites you are not allowed to have campfires which is kind of a bummer."
Activity planning: Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake offers diverse recreational options. "This park offers every recreation in the book: boating, fishing, biking, hiking, frisbee golf, wildlife watching (petting farm), jungle gyms, horse boarding, grilling spots, swimming pool," writes Kelsey G.
Transportation considerations: At larger facilities, internal transportation becomes important. At Westgate River Ranch, Tina S. mentions they were "walking distance from our site but still got a golf cart," while another visitor recommends, "Bring your bikes as everything is a bit of a walk from the campground."
Accessibility options: Some parks offer accommodations for visitors with mobility challenges. At Wekiwa Springs, Lauren W. shares her experience: "Jane, one of the park rangers informed us about the ramp for wheelchairs, and a lift into the water! She was so helpful."
Site selection: When choosing an equestrian-friendly RV site, consider proximity to trails and facilities. At Vero Beach Equestrian Club, 9 RV sites provide electric and water hookups specifically designed for equestrian travelers.
Hookup limitations: Water and electric connections vary between parks. At Lake Kissimmee, Corey K. notes, "Only 30amp hook up and no sewer, but there is a dump station. The spots are pretty level and the pads are crushed shells."
Space for large rigs: Horse-friendly campgrounds typically accommodate larger vehicles. At Clarcona Horse Park, Stuart K. describes "28 ample slanted, elongated parking lanes for your parking pleasure, all of the sites come equipped with the typical 30/50 amp electrical hook-ups, waste disposal and water connections."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cocoa, FL is Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 65 reviews.
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