Best Glamping near Gainesville, FL

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground and Dogwood Campground at O'Leno State Park house upscale glamping accommodations within natural Florida settings. The glamping options at these locations feature comfortable beds with linens, climate-controlled interiors, and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy the surrounding wilderness. Sportsman's Cove Resort and Ichetucknee Family Canoe and Cabins also offer luxury canvas accommodations with modern amenities including electricity, running water, and kitchenettes. These glamping sites maintain the outdoor experience while providing the comforts of home, with several locations offering full bathrooms and shower facilities directly in the units. One guest shared, "Best site around. Outdoor kitchen and shower both with hot water! Flush toilets. Adorable tiny cabin rental is available. Social distancing is being practiced. Creativity is bounding."

The natural springs surrounding these glamping destinations create unique opportunities for wildlife viewing and water recreation. Manatee Springs State Park's luxury domes and safari tents place visitors minutes from swimming, kayaking, and wildlife observation areas where manatees gather seasonally. Hiking trails connect directly from several glamping sites to scenic boardwalks and observation platforms overlooking wetlands teeming with birds and alligators. Connors Family Campsite's yurts provide a distinctive glamping experience with proximity to Gainesville's cultural attractions while maintaining a secluded natural setting. According to a camper, "The grounds were well kept and the trails were easy. At the observation tower you can see a lot of the prairie and if you're lucky you can see wild horses." Most locations offer year-round availability, though spring and fall provide the most comfortable temperatures for enjoying both the climate-controlled accommodations and outdoor activities.

Best Glamping Sites Near Gainesville, Florida (21)

    1. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Micanopy, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 466-3397

    $18 / night

    "The tent only spots are nice and secluded. You do have to walk maybe 100-200 ft from your car to the campsite. I was in site #24. Nice and open with a lot of trees for protection."

    "Good walking trails right from campground. For distance bike riders, Gainesville bike club has good group rides (just sign up for a membership to join rides)."

    2. Dogwood Campground — O'Leno State Park

    39 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 454-1853

    $18 / night

    "My dogs don’t understand that this is the type of park where the wildlife will chase and eat them instead of the other way around ………So that being said keep a close eye on your kids and pets!"

    "There’s a good bit of distance between you and your neighbor which is always nice. The campsites have electricity and water and there is a dump station on-site. "

    3. Travelers Campground

    8 Reviews
    Alachua, FL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 462-2505

    $69 - $99 / night

    "We stopped in here on our way to Stone Mountain, coming from south Florida. It is conveniently located right off of I-75N with some restaurants nearby. Pull through full hook up site with cable."

    "We arrived after dark, which we seldom do. However they made it very easy by having detailed directions."

    4. Sportsman's Cove Resort

    5 Reviews
    Micanopy, FL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 591-1435

    $39 - $50 / night

    "And secluded. The people are very nice and welcoming"

    "A perfect place to enjoy fishing, wildlife and the Florida Birding Trail. Clean Restrooms, friendly stuff."

    5. Manatee Springs State Park Campground

    69 Reviews
    Chiefland, FL
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 493-6072

    $20 / night

    "Easy access to the park and quick and painless check-in process with reservations. The main road in the campground is fine but the roads to the sites are gravel with potholes."

    "Spaces were level and came with a picnic table, fire pit, plenty of trees and wildlife!"

    6. Grand Lake RV & Golf Resort, A Sun RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Reddick, FL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 591-3474

    "There was a nice pool and restaurant on site. Plenty to do."

    "The on-site restaurant (Eagles Nest Cafe) has very good food and well priced. The amenities and facilities are very clean and the lake view is awesome. Will definitely be back soon."

    7. Silver Springs State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Ocala, FL
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 236-7148

    $24 - $110 / night

    "Silver Springs Silver Springs SP Beautiful Florida campground with 60 sites, many pullthrus. The sites are huge with lots of space and privacy. Lush surroundings."

    "The spaces were relatively private, and the bathrooms were neat and tidy and there was water and trash on site. We tent camped and after enjoying the springs we went and had dinner 5 minutes away!"

    8. Twin Lakes Fish Camp

    1 Review
    Micanopy, FL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 466-3194

    9. Connors Family Campsite

    2 Reviews
    Florahome, FL
    23 miles
    +1 (423) 777-1247

    "You can do anything from

    buying an RV renting an RV a camper tent if you're not from around there bill will help you out overall great customer service"

    10. Ichetucknee Family Canoe and Cabins

    11 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 497-2150

    $20 / night

    "With the state park close by, you can go tubing, kayaking or just for a swim. The office has pool tables and games for kids to enjoy. The staff are incredibly friendly."

    "Clean bathrooms, well stocked general store, and they deliver firewood right to your campsite! It was just a few minutes walk to Ichetucknee Springs."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Gainesville, FL is Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 33 reviews.

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