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    Clarcona Horse Park in Apopka provides full horse camping facilities with water and electric hookups for RVs. The campground features horse-friendly sites that accommodate both tent and recreational vehicles, with picnic tables at each campsite. Sites include 50-amp electrical connections with drinking water access throughout the grounds. The campground maintains restroom facilities with showers and offers trash disposal for visitors with horses. While the park does not have dedicated horse corrals according to the data, the grounds are specifically designed for equestrians bringing their own horses. The park receives high marks from visitors, with a 4.8 out of 5 rating reflecting its popularity among horse enthusiasts. Campground policies permit fires and allow alcohol, making it suitable for overnight stays. Campground data and reviews near Groveland, Florida is regularly updated on The Dyrt.

    Located within driving distance of Groveland, Lake Louisa State Park offers horse-friendly camping with numerous trail riding opportunities. The park's extensive trail system provides excellent terrain for riders looking to explore natural Florida landscapes. Equestrians appreciate the park's terrain variety, with hiking and riding trails crossing through pine forests and natural Florida habitat. The park maintains clean facilities throughout, with immaculate bathrooms and shower facilities that receive frequent praise from overnight visitors. While staying at Lake Louisa, riders can access multiple lakes for scenic trail rides, with Lake Louisa being the largest water feature. The park's topography includes unusual hills for central Florida, creating more interesting riding experiences than typically found in the region's flatter parks. Reservations can be made online through the park's reservation system, with sites available year-round for equestrian visitors.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Groveland (34)

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      1. Lake Louisa State Park Campground

      4.6(40)13mi from Groveland71 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Lake Louisa is located on the edge of the Orlando metropolitan region. Close to Disney but accessible to other area attractions and communities, if that's what you are lookimg to do."

      "Lake Louisa is located in Clermont Florida and is only 20 miles from Disney in Orlando. It is a newer park and the facilities were really nice."

      from $24 - $120 / night

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      2. Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground

      4.4(65)22mi from Groveland51 sitesRVs, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $24 / night

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      3. Colt Creek State Park Campground

      4.6(34)26mi from Groveland28 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Colt Creek State Park is one of the newest parks in the Florida State Park System. Their RV/Tent Campground just recently opened in early 2018. RV spots are spacious."

      "The equestrian area was the nicest to us. But you must have a horse to stay there."

      from $24 / night

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      4. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

      3.3(16)22mi from GrovelandRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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

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      5. Clarcona Horse Park

      4.8(5)19mi from GrovelandRVs, Tents

      "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."

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      6. Lake Panasoffkee

      4.9(7)24mi from GrovelandRVs, Tents

      "There was a big open field where basically all equestrian campers parked at since it was near the horse stalls. There’s also more shaded camp spots towards the back which is where I ended up."

      "This time around, there were no equestrian campers so everyone is aiming for the shady spots in the primitive area."

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      7. Green Swamp — West Tract

      4.3(8)25mi from GrovelandRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Stayed at Ashley campground, which is free with a reservation through Southwest Florida water management."

      "This section of the FT is quite a nice walk, and I assume that most individuals looking at a site on the trail, are looking at Gator Hole."

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      8. Camp Wewa

      3.0(1)18mi from GrovelandTents, Cabins, Glamping
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      9. Holder Mine Campground

      4.5(20)36mi from Groveland27 sitesRVs, Tents

      "I had site 1, which sites 1 and 2 are next to the entrance gate. It was fairly quiet at night. There was a few times I heard loud vehicles gojng down the road but not enough to complain about."

      "Trails available for hikes, bikes, horses and even 4x4 vehicles. Bath house clean and very hot water"

      from $23 / night

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      10. The Grand Oaks RV Resort

      5.0(2)24mi from GrovelandRVs, Cabins

      "Not to mention all the beautiful horses on the property my dog is in love with this place!"

      "Parts of the CG have a few trees, particularly near the entrance where ours was, but most sites deeper in the CG are open."

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    • Jeanene A.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 9, 2018

      Colt Creek State Park Campground

      A Brand New Place For Adventure

      Colt Creek State Park is one of the newest parks in the Florida State Park System. Their RV/Tent Campground just recently opened in early 2018. RV spots are spacious. There is not a lot of privacy between spots but cover will grow in in time. Most sites are in full sun most of the day. Tent camping areas are on grass not gravel. very nice dump and wash area at gate to campground. They also offer equestrian, group, and primitive camping at this location. The equestrian camp is well used and quite large with standard amenities for horses and campers. There are 2 primitive sites along a 10 mile loop trail. Group site does not have a pavilion but does have port o lets ( no water or electric). There are 4 lakes ( no swimming) on the property kayak/canoe rentals, nice fishing ares and a dock. Lots of wildlife. Great for biking as well.

    • Elliott B.
      Jul. 11, 2017

      Oak Ridge Primitive Campground

      Nicely maintained and secluded

      This campground is an excellently maintained recreation area part of the [SouthWest Florida Water Management District](http://SouthWest Florida Water Management District). With the OakRidge campground being wonder part of the Lower Hillsborough Preserve just outside Tampa, FL.

      The campground here is huge as you can use it either as a primitive site or an equestrian site. Although it's nice and open you actually have a ton of tree coverage. You can get the combination for the lock when you make your reservation (required) or just hike yourself in from the large lot off Highway 568 "Morris Bridge road" which is only about 3/4 of a mile.

      While hiking in I came across several deer and some gopher tortoise.

      This campground has 3 "sites", with tables and fire rings, and one nice pavilion. There is a good water pump (non-potable) which you'll need to boil or treat and an actual clean ADA toilet on site.

      You then have access to miles and miles of trails and can really enjoy yourself out here.

    • Elliott B.
      Jul. 16, 2017

      Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve

      One of the largest contiguous recreation areas in Hillsborough County

      The Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve is one of the largest contiguous recreation areas in Hillsborough County.

      There are lots of different parks and areas all contained within the Preserve with all park sites managed by the Hillsborough County Conservation and Environmental Lands Management Department.

      You can only camp within 2 of these areas, the Oak Ridge Equestrian Area and at Dead River Park.

      Other parks and trails are located at the Wilderness Park Off Road Loop Trail System, Flatwoods Park, and the Jefferson Equestrian Area. The Morris Bridge Park, Trout Creek Park, and John B. Sargeant Park, offer day use areas and boat/canoe launch ramps.

      The multiple purposes of the LHWP are easily overlooked while enjoying the natural beauty of this suburban woodland. Here one can paddle waters of the Hillsborough River amongst wading birds, turtles, alligators, lilies and cypress swamps; explore over 60 miles of forest trails; fish from riverside boardwalks; or enjoy a relaxing picnic or cookout.

      Adjoining the Wilderness Preserve is the 3,000-acre Hillsborough River State Park, which in itself is an area of beauty and tranquility known as the Seventeen Runs of the Hillsborough River. This park also has wonderful camping.

      Camping

      Dead River Park

      · Camping fee.

      · Campsite available to youth groups by reservation only. Minimum of 6 and maximum of 30 campers allowed. Groups must have their own insurance.

      · A 0.25-mile hiking trail for use by campers located adjacent to campground.

      · Bathhouse and picnic facilities provided.

      The Oak Ridge Equestrian Area has 2 different campgrounds.

      The Oak Ridge Primitive Campgrounds and the Washburn Primitive Campground

      · Camping free.

      · Campsite available by reservation only and is required and must be displayed or available at campground

      · Over 16-miles of equestrian/hiking trail for use by campers located throughout the campground.

      · Sites have picnic tables, fire rings and/or grills and there are ADA portapotty and non-potable water available.

      · The Oak Ridge Campground also has a pavilion

    • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Dec. 1, 2021

      World Equestrian RV Resort

      First Class Horse Camping

      If you are watching, training or riding world-class horses and find yourself here at World Equestrian RV Resort, you'll experience brand-spanking-new facilities, complete with its very own petrol station. It’s a mall-like parking lane maze of slots designed exclusively for the RV camping lot– so sorry fellow tent campers, you’ll have to keep looking for higher ground. For the RV’ers out there, you’ll be pleased with the new sticker smell of this place, complete with all of the standard water, electric and sewar hook-ups. There’s decent space between you and your neighbors, although there is zero privacy in this greenery-free parking lot. If you’re hauling horses, then you’ll have plenty of space, but the place is incredibly high maintenance when it comes to cleaning up after yourself(or your mares!). That said, it’s a stone’s throw to the World Equestrian Center, so what this place lacks in ambiance and nature, its proximity, newness and ease of navigation make it an attractable location to stay in. 

      Happy Camping!

    • Kathie E.
      Apr. 3, 2022

      Lake Louisa State Park Campground

      Beautiful Lake Louisa

      Lake Louisa is located on the edge of the Orlando metropolitan region. Close to Disney but accessible to other area attractions and communities, if that's what you are lookimg to do.

      We needed a break from life so we went to chill and hang out in the park. What a beautiful park it is. Miles of trails, a small beach, 3 lakes for fishing and kayaking, and 2 fishing piers. They also have equestrian facilities for horseback riding. Including a stable where you can sign up to join a ride.

      The park's campground is compact with 2 very clean bathhouse, a small camp store, and 60 sites. The sites are nicely setup with lots of privacy. There are a few sites with both 50 amp electric and sewer service. One issue, especially in the summer, is the lack of shade so make sure you bring your own shade structures and a fan. In addition to traditional sites, the park has glamping tents, eco tents, primitive tent sites, equestrian sites, cabins, and a youth group area.

      The park is really beautiful. The riolling hills, pine forests, and pretty lakes. The wild flowers are also very pretty.

      We've been to many of Florida's state parks and this is among our new favorites. Just love it! Enjoy!

    • Abby M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 29, 2021

      Green Swamp — West Tract

      Nice free spot

      Stayed at Ashley campground, which is free with a reservation through Southwest Florida water management. They provide a Lock code for you to enter upon entering so there’s always a locked gate during your stay. The sites are very well-kept and I’ll have a firing and covered picnic table. The sites are a little close as there are not a lot of trees for privacy but overall a really nice camp spot. Has two vault toilets which were relatively clean. Mixture of equestrian campers and non-equestrian campers. Barely any cell service so wasn’t ideal for my work situation and had to go into town. 1-2 bars of 4G via AT&T.

    • A
      Jul. 9, 2021

      Colt Creek State Park Campground

      Colt Creek Lakeland Fl

      Well we didn't like the tent and RV sites. They're in an open area on gravel with no shade and hardly no divisions. There are other areas for special groups that are much nicer. But for individual campers. The equestrian area was the nicest to us. But you must have a horse to stay there.

    • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 8, 2025

      Clarcona Horse Park

      Getty Up! @ This Not-So-Standard RV Parking Lot

      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. 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!

    • Rich S.
      Sep. 25, 2018

      Santos Trailhead & Campground

      Perfect Little Spot for a Getaway

      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. We stayed in site #3, which was tucked into the wood line and somewhat private. Easy access to all the mountain bike trails, the paved Greenway trail, and the Florida Trail. All the trails and paths are located within the park. Restrooms were fairly clean, and the showers had hot water. We would come back here in a heartbeat.

    Guide to Groveland

    Horseback riders near Groveland, Florida can access several designated equestrian campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Central Florida's Green Swamp conservation area covers over 110,000 acres with elevations ranging from 50-75 feet above sea level. The region's extensive trail systems pass through pine forests, wetlands, and pastureland that support horse camping throughout the year.

    What to do

    Trail riding at Green Swamp: The Green Swamp West Tract offers free equestrian camping with access to miles of riding trails. "Stayed at Ashley campground, which is free with a reservation through Southwest Florida water management. They provide a Lock code for you to enter upon entering so there's always a locked gate during your stay," notes camper Abby M.

    Swimming after riding: At Wekiwa Springs State Park, riders can cool off in natural springs after trail rides. "The park offers hiking, biking, day swimming, a food grill, a canoe/kayak launch and rental, plus tons of wildlife," explains Jenn B., who appreciates the diverse activities available.

    Carriage viewing: Equestrians camping at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort can visit the marina area "to see Cinderella's horses and carriage," according to Samantha O., who adds that "buses run very frequently" to transport campers to different areas of the resort.

    What campers like

    Spacious equestrian sites: The Grand Oaks RV Resort offers generous parking for horse trailers. Bobby M. confirms, "the sites are huge I can easily fit my fifth wheel camper, 2 trucks and trailer. Not to mention all the beautiful horses on the property."

    Privacy between campsites: Campers at Lake Louisa State Park enjoy well-separated camping areas. Cyndi B. reports, "All of the sites seemed level, most are quite private with a fair amount of trees/foliage in between sites, have a sizable picnic table and nice fire ring with grate."

    Clean equestrian facilities: Horse campers appreciate the maintenance at camping areas. "We ended up with a handicapped site and found it to be very convenient. Path and pad on site were roomy and fire pit was higher than usual for safety," notes Jeanene A. at Colt Creek State Park, adding that "these tent sites had water and electric as well."

    What you should know

    Reservation systems vary: Each equestrian campground has different booking procedures. At Green Swamp, "it is free but had to register at watermatters.org - (Southwest Florida Water Management). They provide you with a code to unlock the gate once registered," explains Monte W.

    Water access differs: Not all horse camps offer potable water. Alicia B. warns about Green Swamp camping: "No potable water at either site. Bring your own! There is a Porto at the Cumpressco site and an outhouse on the Ashley campsite."

    Weekend crowds at springs: Plan spring visits on weekdays when possible. Hannah S. cautions about Wekiwa Springs: "If you go on a weekend, make sure you go EARLY! Line of car starts around 9am and park will close at capacity."

    Tips for camping with families

    Beginner-friendly trail options: Green Swamp offers accessible backcountry camping for families with young children. Kelly S. recommends: "We hiked out about a mile along the Florida Trail and stayed for a night at the Gator Hole campsite. It was so peaceful, lots of space to explore (we had a 3 year old and two dogs!)."

    Wheelchair accessible sites: Equestrian camps increasingly offer accessible options. At Colt Creek, "There are 2 of these sites available and both are easily accessed from handicap parking close by," reports Jeanene A., who appreciates the park's inclusive design.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children enjoy spotting animals near horse camping areas. Dave V. describes his Lake Louisa experience: "We were serenaded by the cackle of wild turkey, the squeals of wild pig, the yip and yap of coyotes, hoots from resident owls and the occasional shrill from the bobcat."

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection for larger rigs: Choose carefully when bringing horse trailers and RVs. Ray & Terri F. note about The Grand Oaks RV Resort: "We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 10... The CG roads are paved and the pads are concrete."

    Cell service considerations: Connectivity varies significantly between horse camps. "Barely any cell service so wasn't ideal for my work situation and had to go into town. 1-2 bars of 4G via AT&T," reports Abby M. about Green Swamp's Ashley campground.

    Generator policies: Not all equestrian sites allow generators. Brett D. experienced this firsthand at Green Swamp: "Only downside was our neighbors ran a generator all night long disturbing the peace," suggesting campers verify policies in advance.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Groveland, FL is Lake Louisa State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 40 reviews.

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