Best Tent Camping near Hernando, FL

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Best Tent Sites Near Hernando, FL (25)

    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road)
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Withlacoochee SF/Croom Tract - Crooked River - Silver Lake Rec
    Camper-submitted photo from Boondock Properties

    3. Boondock Properties

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    30 Saves
    Holder, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 - $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Idlewild Lodge and RV Park

    4. Idlewild Lodge and RV Park

    1 Review
    24 Photos
    26 Saves
    Lake Panasoffkee, Florida

    Idlewild was founded in 1992 by William T Davis as a fish camp for those who knew how many bass are swimming and living in the spring-fed waters of Lake Panasoffkee. It’s built on 3 acres with 10 cabins, 10 RV pads. While small, it is not short on amenities. Positioned as a boutique lodge, large groups may find it ideal to host private events. Families will find the amenities to be entertaining while also serving as a unique, but truly “Floridian,” nature experience. Located on the western perimeter of Lake Panasoffkee, Idlewild sits across a 9,911 acre state park preserving Lake Panasoffkee's vast floodplain forest, natural springs, pine flat-woods, freshwater marshes and oak scrub forest.

    Recognizing the beauty Lake Panasoffkee has to offer, the current owners revitalized Idlewild in 2022 welcoming residents and tourists alike to enjoy the natural beauty and fishing opportunities Lake Pan has to offer. In addition to cabin renovations and pavered RV sites, Idlewild now features additional premium amenities including pontoon boat rentals, kayaks, bait & tackle, a concrete boat launch, boat slips, vending, recreational area, laundry machines, an on-site café, pool-side cabanas, and the most spectacular views of Lake Pan while sitting around the gas-fired fire pit. For those seeking a bit more adventure, Idlewild is host to Swamp Fever Airboat Adventures. Swamp Fever guests can sign up for the interactive alligator experience and ride an airboat deep into the shallow waters of the Lake Panasoffkee enchanted forest where snakes, turtles, cranes, and alligators are aplenty.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $74 - $230 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Colonel Robins Group Area

    5. Colonel Robins Group Area

    1 Review
    11 Photos
    47 Saves
    Brooksville, Florida
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucker Hill Forestry Primitive Sites
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    Camper-submitted photo from Croom B Loop Primitive Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Croom B Loop Primitive Site
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    Camper-submitted photo from Croom B Loop Primitive Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Croom B Loop Primitive Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Croom B Loop Primitive Site

    7. Croom B Loop Primitive Site

    1 Review
    9 Photos
    32 Saves
    Nobleton, Florida

    Overnight primitive camping is permitted only within the Primitive Camp Zones (PCZ’s) designated by yellow-banded trees. PCZ West is located on the west end of the trails and 1/2 mile north of the Tucker Hill Trailhead. PCZ East is located north of Croom Road (Forest Road 6) between Forest Road 9 and Nobleton Croom Road approximately 6 miles east from Tucker Hill. Nearby campgrounds with bathhouses are located at Hog Island Recreation Area and Silver Lake Recreation Area

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
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      Camper-submitted photo from Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park

      9. Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park

      2 Reviews
      3 Photos
      54 Saves
      Spring Hill, Florida

      This wilderness park consists of 113 acres and there is so much to enjoy at this beautiful park. There is an observation tower, bird houses, a paved bike path, you can hike through the nature trails, stroll through the botanical garden and watch the birds and butterflies surround you. There is an outdoor amphitheater and primitive camping for families or group events. Shelters can be reserved for birthday parties or picnics online or you can visit one of the following locations and pay on site.

      Dogs are allowed at the park on a 6' leash in designated areas. Please obey signs posted throughout the park.

      The Suncoast Trail is located near the park and can be accessed via public roads and sidewalks. View the Florida Greenways and Trails website for more information on maps and other trails to explore.

      The Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad, Inc. offers free rides on their scaled down train on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to 3 pm. The train depot is located near Shelter Number 2 by the log cabin. The train can be reserved for birthday parties only by contacting Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad. View the Central Pasco and Gulf Railroad website.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve
      Camper-submitted photo from Sawgrass Island Preserve

      10. Sawgrass Island Preserve

      1 Review
      9 Photos
      11 Saves
      Grand Island, Florida

      This 1,137-acre site is located at the north end of Lake Yale. The major feature is a 600-acre shallow marsh. Approximately 61% of the property is comprised of forested and herbaceous wetlands (692.2 acres) with the remaining 39% consisting of uplands (444.5 acres). The upland community types found on the Preserve include unimproved pasture, shrub/brushland, mesic hammocks, xeric hammocks and pine flatwoods. Wildlife include sandhill cranes, gopher tortoises, pocket gophers, ring-neck ducks, foxes and scrub jays.

      Hiking, biking or horseback riding on the Sawgrass Island Preserve allows the visitor an opportunity to experience a natural area far away from the urbanized environment. There are two primitive camping sites located on the Hammock Trial. They consist of a fire ring, picnic table and a post to hang your lantern. There is no water source, so water must be carried in. Camping is available by permit only.

      • Tents
      • Equestrian
      • Picnic Table
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    Recent Tent Reviews in Hernando

    932 Reviews of 25 Hernando Campgrounds


    • Amy P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Springs Rec Area - Fern Hammock Springs
      Nov. 21, 2024

      Juniper Springs Rec Area - Fern Hammock Springs

      Party Camp

      Overall it’s not a bad campground but I have no plans to ever return.

      The good: clean bathrooms with running, hot water; wild Florida flora; starry night skies. The spring run is one of my favorites. It’s difficult and technical and challenging and I just love it.

      The bad: the worst part of my experience was other campers being loud after quiet hours and the camp host doing nothing about it. While most people kept it down after 10 (as stated in the rules) one group of partiers was up til 3am, blasting music and hootin’ and hollerin’. I know the park can’t control individual’s behavior but, again, the camp host was on site and did nothing about it. I talked to other campers the next day who all lamented at their lack of sleep because of this one group. It was so bad we only stayed one night. We left the next day after kayaking the run because our home in the city is quieter.

      Also, there’s a general lack of information available for visitors. There are no maps available, for the campground or the run. I had to take a picture of an employee’s personal map of the grounds which ended up being inaccurate because it listed a shower facility that doesn’t actually exist. I asked the staff at the spring run for a map and they didn’t have one I could look at. I asked “how do I know I’m at the end of the run for pickup?” She said “it’s right after the bridge.” Which was true, but it’s not labeled in any kind of way so if I hadn’t asked, I would’ve just kept on paddling forever. Their website has limited information and the confirmation email I got after booking had incorrect information. It said to call if I’d arrive after hours starting in November, so I did, and was told that policy wasn’t in effect for a few weeks. None of these things are a big deal on their own but when they’re all together it becomes a pattern.

    • Julie P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Bee's RV Resort
      Nov. 19, 2024

      Bee's RV Resort

      Average campground

      Campground sites are very close together. Staff is friendly and helpful. Bathrooms are clean and modern. Lots of road noise, trucks and sirens.

    • Inanna The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Hideout at The Green Swamp!
      Oct. 29, 2024

      Hideout at The Green Swamp!

      Hideout and swamp are about the only truths

      Horrible for tent camping. Didn't own an RV. I'm just traveling through, and I went off of what information was listed. This place is pathetic. Not as advertised. Trash is not taken out regularly. One table on the ground, and it's not a picnic camping table. Tent campers have no showers or restroom. Freeway is very close and noisy. Campground is not really for campers. I'd stay away. This place is appearing fraudulent. Owner does not run this property accordingly. Seems like just a place to store RVs. Not for camping in tents or RVs. Stay away. There's much better camping across the state, regulated and maintained.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Ocala RV Camp Resort
      Oct. 22, 2024

      Ocala RV Camp Resort

      No tent camping allowed

      I called and was told they don’t allow any tent camping. Just an FYI. Was advised only the state parks in the area allow tent camping.

    • Alexandra E.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Alexander Springs Recreation Area
      Oct. 19, 2024

      Alexander Springs Recreation Area

      Right across Florida Trail and cold but gorgeous spring

      Very convenient campground to go for a hike along the florida trail and cool off in the gorgeous blue spring waters. It does get crowded so plan accordingly.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Chassahowitzka River Campground
      Sep. 16, 2024

      Chassahowitzka River Campground

      Clean, easy access to water

      It’s a clean park with easy access to boat rentals (kayaks, canoes) and a boat launch if you have your own. Publix and Walmart are ~10 minutes away if you need anything. I came in September after a heavy rain and it was pretty buggy. Bring mosquito repellent. There are a number of long term campers with poorly kept RVs, but everyone is friendly.

    • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Colt Creek State Park Campground
      Aug. 11, 2024

      Colt Creek State Park Campground

      Natural gem

      We stayed in site 26, which was tucked back and fairly private. We planned on trail riding, but rain changed the plans. We didn’t get to explore much, but will be back. Nice long drive down to the sites. Electric and water were both great, and dump stations easy. Staff was extra friendly.

    • Danton T.
      Camper-submitted photo from Silver Springs RV Park
      Jul. 22, 2024

      Silver Springs RV Park

      A great place to stay

      My wife and I decided last year to full time RV. We were already living in Ocala and we wanted to remain in the area. We discovered Silver Springs RV and are so glad we did. Everyone here, especially the staff, was so welcoming and friendly. SSRV is definitely going to be home for a long time.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Camper's Holiday
      Jul. 19, 2024

      Camper's Holiday

      Do not stay!!!!

      Horrible management, the president is a joke I will never stay again.  The majority of the people that live in the park are nice but there are also a lot of nasty people, just horribly mean and very nosy.  Terrible place!! Wish I could put 0 stars

    • Lorilee S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground
      Jul. 6, 2024

      Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground

      Pretty and quiet

      This campground is really dark, quiet and pretty. The bathhouse was always clean. You can smell the well water in the bathhouse. Brings me back to my childhood memories. We rode our bikes to the observation tower, but we were not lucky enough to see any bison or wild horses. Still nice to see the open prairie. We had a big rainstorm and the back of our site did become a lake, but it was gone overnight. The bugs lit us up all hours, so make sure you different bug sprays.

    • Jeff E.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground
      Jun. 26, 2024

      Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground

      Immersed in Nature.

      Quiet, lots of wildlife (wild horses, bison, alligators, deer, birds, turtles); plenty of hiking and biking trails with beautiful sunsets on the lake. Restroom facilities are showing some age but clean.  Walk-in tent sites are pretty close to the Restrooms.

    • Lorilee S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Santos Trailhead & Campground
      Jun. 24, 2024

      Santos Trailhead & Campground

      Very nice

      This campground is the perfect size. Our site had shade about 95% of the day! We had the perfect size of an area behind our RV. Loved hearing all of the birds chirping. You can hear traffic since it’s right off of the highway. There are plenty of trees around. The bathroom was very clean. It’s nice and dark at night!! We did the hike to see the historical part of the Island. That was neat to read about. We also took the biking trail to say we went above i75 on the bridge. That was a round trip of 15.5 miles, if anyone is interested. It’s a really nice campground, especially if like doing trails and biking.

    • Erik L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Encore Crystal Isles
      Jun. 23, 2024

      Encore Crystal Isles

      No booking possible

      You have to get called back, not working with international numbers. Form on website won’t solve the captcha.

      Sometimes automating everything is stupid.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from Silver Springs State Park Campground
      Jun. 21, 2024

      Silver Springs State Park Campground

      Amazing kayaking & trails

      Campground is basic, very few sewer spots but there is a dump station. Big rig friendly, several pull thru spots, easy paved entry, gravel sites, I think all are 50/30. Plenty of space between sites. Clean bathroom, washer/dryer, soda machine. Very dark at night which I love. No lights except the bath house. Dog poo bag stations. Very friendly staff (Melinda & John, camp hosts were amazing) 1 mile from amazing kayaking. Great, woodsy hiking trails. Maybe 3 miles to Publix/Wawa.

    • Haley L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Juniper Springs Rec Area - Tropical Camp Area
      Jun. 12, 2024

      Juniper Springs Rec Area - Tropical Camp Area

      Jungle camp

      Nice spots for tent camping. Got surprisingly cold when I visited. Would’ve been 5 stars if it weren’t for obnoxiously loud and rude neighbors that were yelling/screaming until midnight. If you camp here, expect to hear lots of partying.

    • MThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Silver Springs State Park Campground
      Jun. 10, 2024

      Silver Springs State Park Campground

      Beautiful campground

      Loved this campground. We had sites 22 & 24. Site 22 has lots of sun; site 24 was full shade all day. I thought site 20 was the best. All campsites are very roomy. Bring your paddleboard or kayak. We drove to Silver Springs park and put in. Lazy river ride for 2 miles where we got out at the River trail. If you do this, bring your kayak wheels as it is a 1 mile walk back to the campground (or 1/2 mile to the River Trail trailhead). Then went to pick up truck where we started. Highly recommend this campground. There are also lots of trails to hike, but it was so hot when we were there we did not do any but the river trail.

    • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Twin Lakes Fish Camp
      Jun. 9, 2024

      Twin Lakes Fish Camp

      Fishing Bliss in Swamp-Like Single Lane Camping Outpost

      Like the opening for 'Waterboy' (starring Adam Sandler), when you first rock up to Twin Lakes Fish Camp, somehow you feel as though you are visiting family in the very deep south with the likes of Bobby Bocher (pronounced BOO-Shay) greeting you upon arrival with a dilapidated golf cart eager to show you around this fairly minuscule one lane, dead-end campground that is more swamp outpost than pine forested campground. While definitely geared more towards the slightly semi-permanent resident than the overnight camping crowd, you’ll find a mixture of heavily seasoned RV trailers that don’t look as though they’ve moved anywhere in the past several years(or decades) along with a small handful of cabin rentals. Sure, there are a few spots here and there that you might park a 5th wheeler, RV or even see a pitched tent, but those spots are far and few between, if available at all.

      As you make your way down this single lane refuge, on the right, you’ll notice fairly tightly packed together RVs or 5th wheelers lining the tree-ensconced periphery, where on the left you’ll spot sites that have a bit more space to them and with less crowded confines. Also on the left, you’ll easily notice a decent inlet that is perfect should you be towing any form of small watercraft with you, be that a kayak, canoe or even small engine boat. As you make your way down this single lane, pass the river inlet boat parking structure on your left, you’ll spot the 4-5 cabins that are for rent before making your way to the very end of the lane, which you’ll discover the manager’s office on the right. It’s here where you’ll check in. Just beyond this spot is where the waterline begins, albeit for the first 20 or 30 yards, completely encased by Spanish moss of every variety hanging from ancient Oaks, Palmettos and the odd Pine. For dramatic effect, there’s even a partially sunken house boat (or two) in the rather shallow waters just off this small inlet, where you can easily walk on and cast a line or two from.

      With regards to amenities, apart from the swamp-like, down-home feel to this place, you’ll encounter fully-furnished cabins equipped with Direct TV, a small general store (that was closed when we visited), a tackle shop, WiFi (albeit incredibly weak), a recreation room (that didn’t have much but incredibly well-worn paperback books and a single fold-up table accompanied by the prerequisite ashtray), TV, scattered fire pits, covered picnic pavilion, small laundry room (that was closed while we were there), horseshoe pit, restrooms (that were anything but clean), full hook-ups with 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage as well as a designated dump station and a fish cleaning station alongside that fishing boat parking structure.

      If you can get past the overall dilapidated condition of this place that transports you to a swamp-like wonderland, the upside is that Twin Lakes Fish Camp places you smack dab right in the heart of some pretty amazing fishing country. With Twin Lakes situated between Lochloosa and Orange Lakes, it’s the mouth of the famous Cross Creek that will return you right back here to Twin Lakes Fish Camp. Nearby, there’s the very quaint town of Micanopy, where you can load up on sundries and groceries as well as, if need be, travel further afield to either Gainesville to the north or Ocala to the south for many more dining and entertainment options.

      Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) Rather than stay here, what I would HIGHLY recommend, whether you have an RV or are looking to pitch your tent, is to instead, seek another location for your camping adventures. If it were me, I would double-back to Paynes Prairie SP and book a spot there and simply come here to Twin Lakes Fish Camp to disembark on a fishing odyssey. Remember, it’s always important to note and differentiate a place that might be nice to visit versus a site that you want to call home for the night!; (2) Should you want to rent a 'jon boat', kayak, canoe or sumptknocker, you can easily do that here for $35/ day (and something tells me, you could probably talk the owner down a bit); (3) This place is fairly economical at $35 per night / $175 per week / $375 per month, but I would definitely recommend you look at the photos I’ve posted as well as do a bit of research on-line before booking anything here; (4) When you grow weary of cooking up ‘franks& beans’ for your next meal, and want to check out some local fare, just down the road is a very nice, quaint and actually somewhat upscale joint called The Yearling that serves up low-country delights like fried green tomatoes, fried gator bites and conch fritters in addition to main entrees like blackened red fish or shrimp & grits; and (5) While you won’t find any decent hiking in or around Twin Lakes Fish Camp, if you double-back to Paynes Prairie SP, you’ll find a ton of really great paths to both hike & bike.

      Happy Camping!

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Holiday Trav-L-Park RV Resort
      Jun. 5, 2024

      Holiday Trav-L-Park RV Resort

      Short overnight stay

      Easy to find, close to I-75 Freeway. Older RV park with many permanent sites. Pull through, full hook ups with cable TV. Not too quiet but building on East side blocks much of the Freewaynoise. Large shade trees. Intermixed temp and permanent sites. Didn't see a store nor sites showers and restrooms. Pool is closed. Looks permanent.

    • LThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Griffin State Park Campground
      Jun. 1, 2024

      Lake Griffin State Park Campground

      Deer flies and no lake

      Was there 5/20. Not much privacy, other campers close. The deer, yellow flies ate me alive, even with heavy duty bug spray. Not on the lake, so no breeze. Have to take a boat on Dead River to see the lake. Neighbors were loud and fighting well past midnight. The famous oak tree is up front by highway. Was a nightmare. Left early.

    • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Encore Crystal Isles
      May. 21, 2024

      Encore Crystal Isles

      Rv park in a Good location~great pool !

      FHU, gravel site. The sites Very close together and guests pull in all around your site and park their boats, cars, trucks, golf carts. Luckily, we only stayed a weekend. Lots of full time residents. The dog park is big, Pool house, jacuzzi and pool are large and clean. There were activities planned for the kids which was fun! There are tennis courts, which we didn’t use. The playground has many different play areas and was tidy. There are lots of area attractions and a beach with a designated swimming area at the end of the road. If we had come off season, it would have been great. The swing and pond, behind our RV, was a nice touch for our puppy and granddaughter.



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      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Hernando, FL is Potts Preserve - River Primitive Campground (North Hooty Point Road) with a 4.3-star rating from 6 reviews.

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