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Lake Griffin State Park Campground accommodates pets with spacious sites and privacy from surrounding brush and palm trees. Most sites include full hookups with picnic tables and fire rings, making it convenient for RV campers traveling with dogs. The park maintains clean restrooms and offers two nice trails suitable for walking pets. Tight campground roads can be challenging to navigate with larger rigs, but the pull-through sites provide easier access. Campers report the park is quiet and relaxing despite being situated near Highway 441, which creates some traffic noise. The compact park layout means bathroom facilities are less than a minute's walk from most RV sites.
Dogs must be leashed throughout the park, including on the 1.5-mile nature trail that winds through the property. The nearby Dead River provides kayaking opportunities, though pets aren't permitted on rental watercraft. Visitors with pets particularly enjoy exploring the raised boardwalk sections that cross marshy areas, though these can become muddy during rainy seasons. A hose station near the boat ramp proves useful for cleaning muddy dogs after trail walks. The park's small size limits extensive hiking or biking with pets, as bikes aren't allowed on the hiking trails. Campers seeking additional pet exercise options can visit nearby Trimble Park Campground, which also welcomes pets and offers more extensive trail systems for dog walking.
"Lake Griffin State Park in Fruitland Park, FL is a small Florida State Park and small campground as well. There are only 40 campsites."
"Two nice trails and playground. Pet friendly. Boat ramp. Great for kayaking and fishing."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful location off of a major highway but due to lots of trees - very little road noise. Sites were huge!! Semi shaded with picnic tables and great full hookups. Nice roads to walk your dog. "
"Nearby shops and such are within 10 miles(gas, groceries, restaurants, flea markets, etc.). Overall, a nice park, but I wouldn't go during the rainy season in Florida."
"It’s on the right side of the road near the boat ramp. If you aren’t paying attention you may miss it. We did, but a helpful park employee pointed us back in the right direction."
"Just a note of caution: Keep animals away from the water's edge."
"The sites are large and spacious with shady trees surrounding each site. It is very quiet and peaceful. Note that pets are allowed in the campground area but not in any other areas."
"We rode our bikes around the campground and were amazed as almost all the sites were huge! Live oak trees with Spanish moss...this campground is truly the "Real Florida"."
from $24 - $110 / night
Check Availability"This pet friendly campground has many magical options. The Florida Trail runs right through this spot and has a natural spring connection as well."
"The spring pool is gorgeous and quite, very pretty trails to watch spring boils and turtles. Very sunny during the day and very cool at nigth."
from $38 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We stayed 2 weeks with our Thousand Trails affiliate plan. We were surrounded by empty sites which was probably due to the pandemic."
"Next to a highway so it can be noisy."
"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."
"Close to home and took a drive through one day. Haven't been camping yet this year due to illness but getting ready to get on the road."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"The owner is very appreciative and continues to make recommended improvements to this newer RV park located along the 2nd fairway on the golf course. 2 pickle ball courts adjacent to a large covered pavilion"
"Level paved and clean sites
Welcome package with a bag deck of cards so thoughtful and friendly and helpful information about surrounding areas."
"Although in a populated area of Ocala, this campground is positioned in the trees and makes you feel like you are miles from civilization. The sites are spacious and most are shaded."
"This campground is located near Ocala, FL. on the cross florida greenway. It is a small loop of only 22 sites with water and electric. Has clean restrooms with showers."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly with dog parks and trails."
"Super dog friendly with an amazing dog park. Great location and so many wonderful things to do here."
from $56 - $201 / night
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TravelerPricey but it's Disney. Lots of activities to do at the campground without going to the parks. Clean and well maintained campsites and bathrooms. The roads are narrow in the loops and the sites can be difficult to get into. Pet friendly with dog parks and trails.
LegendIt’s not common to find a spot that you can plant your RV on and go out to hit the links for the day all in the same location, but here at Clerbrook Golf & RV Resort you can hit par on both fronts. Located right off Route 27 just due west of Lake Apopka in central Florida, Clerbrook offers nearly 300 acres of prime landscape that posits 1200+ RV slots for your parking and vacationing pleasure. Here you’ll be able to perfectly blend a golfing oasis that blends its RV offering complete with lush vegetation, interconnecting ponds and narrow canals all surrounded by ancient Oaks draped with Spanish Moss.
As far as amenities goes, Clerbrook does not disappoint. Here’s just a small list of all the great amenities you’ll find: Welcome Center, Heated Swimming Pools, BBQ and Picnic tables, Planned Activities, Clubhouses, Billiard Room, Card Rooms, Post Office, Fishing Area, 18 Hole Golf Course with Pro Shop (note: first 9 holes are complimentary with a visit to the Pro Shop), Exercise & Fitness Center, Horseshoe Pits, Recreation Hall, Laundry, Shuffleboard Courts, Library, Nature Walks, Pets Welcome, Picnic Pavilion, Driving Range, Dog Park, Wood Shop, Basketball Court, Playground, Restrooms & Showers, Softball Field, Hot Tub, RV Storage, complimentary WiFi, Arts and Craft Classes as well as Live Entertainment on the weekends. Of course, for RV’ers you can expect both back-in and pull-through slots with all of the traditional water, sewage and electric (30 / 50 amp) hook-ups.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you’ve got wine on your mind (and why wouldn’t you when on holiday?!), just meander a few miles south of Clerbrook and you’ll discover a fairly respectable winery called Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards offering tours and tastings featuring Muscadine grapes (apparently a prominent grape varietal down in these parts known for their antioxidant qualities; (2) When you get tired of fixing every meal from your mini-fridge or cooler, then you’ll have to head south to Clermont where you’ll find PeruRican Ceviche, which for these parts is pretty outstanding and if you are still longing for pizza, check out Mamma Rita’s Pizzeria for some good pies and pasta; and (3) If nature is calling and you want to get out for a good hike, then head due south to Hiawatha Preserve that has a few dog parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, hiking paths, and of course, access to Lake Hiawatha, in case you want to drop your kayak or canoe in the water.
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LegendFHU, unleveled concrete pad with a picnic table. So close to the FT resident in the tiny home next to us, that we could not sit outside comfortably. Also, our area was right by her sewage hook up. And then there was a storage shed, leaf piles, random stacks of supplies, and a residential trailer behind us. The Pool was small but clean, we didn’t use. Dog park was ok, but other people don’t pick up after their pets, even with signs, and available poop disposal can. Maybe if management put mutt-mitts out, pet owners might use them. We booked months ago, and we arrived a bit after 5 due to traffic, there was no welcome packet, and no one answered the phone, with the posted #. Thankfully, the maintenance guy was friendly and helped us find our spot. It wasn’t easy to get to, or to see where it was. It was way too small to accommodate our 5th wheel and Dooley. If someone had been in the spot in front of us, we wouldn’t have been able to get in. The map online doesn’t even have our site listed. We were visiting family, so thankfully we weren’t there much. The area has lots of good restaurants, attractions, fishing, and springs! I do not leave 3 star reviews, but my honest review is to help others from paying $400 a week, at this park. I was hard pressed to leave a 3 star…. But Because of the area attractions, FHU, and helpful maintenance employee, was the reason I did. I would not reserve here again. Especially at the high price.
RangerThis is probably the largest park we have ever stayed in. We normally go for the smaller quaint parks but we decided to try it out. We went along the outside rim in site Mako 7. The sites are large enough and have most have full hook ups. Not many trees for shade, but it is in Florida so that is to be expected. We were fortunate to have a couple of grassy areas around close to walk the dog. There is a dog park but it was on the other end of the campground. We did go one day and the park is nice. It’s sand and has poop bags. But no water for drinking so take your own. This side of the park had more trees and was nice for walking around with the dog. No WiFi in the area closest to the dog park. Sites seemed mostly level but only the new section has nice concrete pads. The older sections are hit and miss as to what the site looks like. All in all it’s a great location for visiting all the local attractions... (but we didn’t do that).
TravelerEasy access to I 75 Has nice pond with wildlife , cabins to rent and all services . Friendly staff and dog park.
LegendThe Hog Island Recreation Area is located on the eastern bank of the Withlacoochee river close to the small town of Nobleton. Part of the recreation area includes the Hog Island Nature Trail, part of the Trailwalker Program and officially certified as part of the longer Florida National Scenic Trail. The Hog Island Campground (fl-dof.com) provides nicely shaded and dry campsites for tent and RV campers with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. These sites are amazingly screened from each other with natural understory vegetation and access to the Withlacoochee River. Restroom with showers (which could use a little love and care), water spigots and a dump station are located nearby. Campers arriving by canoe can stay at a riverside campsite that includes access to drinking water.
This is a good campground with pretty decent warm/hot showers and electric hookups, so you aren't going to really be spending a few days completely off the grid. Although, cellular service is spotty, but mostly usable. The camp hosts were really nice and supposedly no pets are allowed, but I definitely heard some dogs at night. Just a few steps away is the Hog Island boat ramp, nature trail and a section of the Florida National Scenic Trail leaving you with lots to do.
You get your standard nice campground features
· Large shared picnic area
· Good fishing
· Canoe and boat launch
· No pets allowed.
*I heard some dogs and there were basically no one around, so maybe the host let some people get away with it…
· 2-mile loop Nature Trail.
· Hiking trails:
· Equestrian trails:
TravelerThis campground was awesome for a weekend away with the family and dogs. It was still very hot and buggy in Florida so be warned If this is an issue for you. Large campsites with a picnic table, electric, and water. Pet friendly and clean bathrooms with a small walking path for the pups. Been to better but a great weekend away!
GuideLoved our stay at Fort Wilderness. Our favorite Disney Resort. Super dog friendly with an amazing dog park. Great location and so many wonderful things to do here.
TravelerWe wereet at the entrance by a gentleman in a golf cart. He brought us directly to our site, and helped us get squared away. He recommended the local restaurant for dinner. Not a lot of options, but all the options were good!
Great dog park, 2 separate zones!!!
This is a golf/ lake community that is like the old TV shows. People walking dogs, riding golf carts, and meeting at the club house. We will return when we have more time to stay!
Lake Griffin State Park sits on land that was once a citrus grove in central Florida, about 35 miles northwest of Orlando. The area around Fruitland Park features multiple lakes connected to the Harris Chain of Lakes system at an elevation of 75 feet above sea level. Winter temperatures typically stay between 50-70°F while summer months can reach into the 90s with high humidity.
Kayaking and canoeing opportunities: At Lake Griffin State Park Campground, the nearby Dead River provides water access. "Boat ramp. Great for kayaking and fishing," notes Brenda S. in her review. The park's water access points let campers explore the connected waterways.
Trail exploration: At Trimble Park Campground, many campsites offer direct lake views. "We just saw one small one in the marshy waters near our site. Nice campfire rings and grills per site," shares Claire M. The park provides good walking paths with wildlife viewing opportunities.
Swimming in springs: Silver Springs State Park Campground offers unique water experiences. "Silver springs is beautiful, go on the boat..." recommends Teresa R. The glass-bottom boat tours reveal underwater features while maintaining a comfortable distance from wildlife.
Large, private sites: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Fruitland Park offer good site separation. "The sites are big and have plenty of space between them," says Carlos R. about Silver Springs State Park. This extra space helps when camping with pets that need room to settle.
Waterfront camping spots: Juniper Springs Rec Area has multiple camping areas with varying degrees of seclusion. "The spring pool is gorgeous and quite, very pretty trails to watch spring boils and turtles," explains Marisol R. The natural spring maintains 72°F year-round.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks high among visitor priorities. "Very friendly people and relaxing place," notes Blue B. about Wekiwa Springs State Park. The accessible swimming areas include ramp access for wheelchairs and a lift into the water.
Wildlife encounters: Expect to see small alligators in and near water bodies. "I just saw one small one in the marshy waters near our site," mentions Claire M. about Trimble Park. Keep pets and children away from water edges, especially at dawn and dusk.
Road noise varies by location: Some campgrounds experience more traffic sounds than others. "Small camp areas. Loud road noise all night and all day," reports Richard P. about Lake Griffin State Park. Sites furthest from main roads typically offer quieter camping.
Weather considerations: Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground can experience seasonal changes. "We camped for three nights and loved it! Yes it rained most of the time but our site never flooded!!" shares Caitlyn P. Prepare for afternoon thunderstorms in summer months.
Plan for swimming: Natural springs offer kid-friendly swimming options. "The springs/swimming area is really beautiful! Huge with room for lots of people, deep diving areas, shallows children's areas," explains Zanny M. about Juniper Springs. The consistent 72°F water temperature remains cool year-round.
Playground access: Some parks feature play equipment for children. "Nice to find a Sunday church service and weekly bible study offered," mentions Walter F. about Three Flags RV Campground. The campground also includes a pool and mini-golf.
Educational opportunities: Thousand Trails Three Flags offers access to nearby attractions. "We came to visit grandparents and loved the east drive to the villages," shares Emily G. The location puts campers close to shopping and dining options.
Site access considerations: Many campgrounds have tight turns that challenge larger rigs. "Large sites are big rig friendly, many pull through sites," explains Michelle about Madison Golf & RV Resort. Newer campgrounds often accommodate larger vehicles better.
Hookup variations: Water and electric access varies between campgrounds. "Booking a reservation on a fairly archaic website with a non-sensical process that involves booking 45 days in advance," notes Stuart K. about Trimble Park. Advanced planning helps secure preferred sites.
Seasonal popularity: Winter months bring higher occupancy as seasonal campers arrive. "Small campground with only 15 campsites. Each site has power and water connections," reports Evan V. about Trimble Park. Many pet friendly camping options near Fruitland Park fill quickly during peak season.
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