Motorhomes and trailers find numerous accommodations in the Holt region, with campgrounds situated between inland waterways and Gulf beaches. The area's sandy soil and mild winter temperatures make it a year-round camping destination, though summer humidity can be significant. Campsites throughout the region vary from riverfront locations to family-oriented resorts with extensive amenities.
What to do
Kayaking on Yellow River: River's Edge RV Campground provides direct river access with a small boat launch. "We had just enough time for kayaking after a drive. Just an overnight but the river was fun," notes one visitor who appreciated the convenient water access.
Fishing opportunities: Avalon Landing RV Park accommodates anglers with dedicated fishing spots right within the grounds. "People were fishing right off the bridge that separates the two parts of the campground," reports one camper who enjoyed the accessible fishing options during their stay.
Hiking trails: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Campground offers natural trails through coastal ecosystems. "Cool shorter hiking trails to take you to lakes or the gulf, or as we call it Lake Florida now," mentions a camper who explored the park's trail system during their stay.
What campers like
Private beach areas: Emerald Beach RV Park maintains a dedicated waterfront space for campers. "We could play on the campground beach located on the sound or drive about 5 minutes to the gulf front beach," explains a family who appreciated having multiple beach options during their stay.
Pool facilities: Splash RV Resort & Waterpark features extensive water amenities beyond basic swimming pools. One visitor comments, "The lazy river and waterslides were her favorite. We especially liked the armband so the kids were able to purchase food, drinks, game tokens for the arcade."
Pull-through sites: Eagle's Landing RV Park offers convenient access with level pull-through spots. "Gravel level lots. 30/50 amp at each. Nice shower, bath rooms," notes a visitor who found the site configuration particularly accommodating for easier parking.
What you should know
Interstate proximity noise: Some campgrounds near major roadways experience traffic noise that may affect light sleepers. A camper at Santa Rosa RV Resort observed, "The traffic on the road the resort sits on is awful so plan ahead. Also, it's near a huge air force base which does large ammunition testing late at night. A couple nights, our camper shook."
Flooding potential: Low-lying areas near rivers can experience rapid water level changes. "We woke up the following morning to about 2-3 foot of water under our camper where the river had flooded. Most of the camp ground had been evacuated," reported one camper at River's Edge during an unexpected weather event.
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds in this region often fill completely, especially during winter months. "Can never get a site here always full we have tried for 4 years now," notes one frustrated potential visitor about River's Edge, highlighting the importance of advance planning.
Tips for camping with families
Water amenities: Kids particularly enjoy the specialized water features at multiple resorts. "Fun for the whole family. Entertainment, pools, water slides and a lazy river," mentions a local visitor to Splash RV Resort who appreciated the variety of activities available.
Playground access: Milton-Gulf Pines KOA offers dedicated play areas for children. "Great little putt putt area for kids. Spots are good sized, although we had a premium spot for the patio & grill," noted a family who found the recreation options suitable for their children.
Protected beach environments: Navarre Beach Camping Resort provides controlled waterfront areas ideal for families with children. "Small private beach area. Only a short drive to the public beaches of Navarre," writes a visitor who appreciated both the campground's beach and nearby alternatives.
Tips from RVers
Site spacing considerations: Campgrounds vary significantly in how close sites are positioned. At Milton-Gulf Pines KOA, "RV sites are long enough for 44 ft motorhome and toad. However sites are at 90 degree angle and hard to get into for big rigs, but doable," explains one RVer who navigated the park with a large setup.
Hookup availability: Full connections are standard at most parks, though amperage varies. "We ended up in the tent sites with no sewer. We still had 30-amp electricity and water and they have a dump station on-site," reports a visitor to River's Edge who made an unplanned extended stay.
Site surface types: Different campgrounds offer varying pad materials affecting leveling ease. "Flat concrete spots with picnic tables. Laundry service. Full hookups," notes a visitor to Avalon Landing who appreciated the level surface for their setup.
