Best Campgrounds near Fort White, FL
The small town of Fort White in Florida has camping spots that put you close to several natural springs and state parks. Lena State Park has good trails where you can hike or ride bikes through typical Florida landscapes. Many campers head to Rainbow Springs State Park Campground for swimming and snorkeling in the clear spring water. If you want to see manatees, try the campground at Manatee Springs State Park instead. You can drive regular cars to most camping areas around Fort White, but some spots get muddy after rain and might need higher vehicles. Watch out for wildlife and store your food properly since animals will get into anything that smells interesting. You should book ahead of time, especially from winter through spring when the camping areas fill up fast. Check the Florida State Parks website to reserve spots. Fire rules change based on how dry it is, so always check current restrictions. Most places let you stay up to two weeks at a time. The best camping weather happens from November through April when it's cooler. Summer camping can be pretty uncomfortable unless you're ready for heat and humidity. Fort White works well for both quick trips and longer stays, with plenty to do outside.
