RV sites near Lake Alfred, Florida provide convenient access to central Florida attractions while being situated in a region known for its moderate year-round temperatures averaging 72-92°F in summer and 50-72°F in winter. The area features gently rolling terrain punctuated by numerous lakes and orange groves. Winter camping is particularly popular due to mild temperatures, with sites often booking months in advance during peak snowbird season from January through March.
What to do
Water recreation at Lake Tohopekaliga: Located within driving distance of Lake Alfred campgrounds, this lake offers excellent fishing opportunities. "We came down to visit Disney world and this park was close. It's clean quite and a pleasant stay," notes a camper at Sun Outdoors Orlando ChampionsGate.
Mini golf activities: Several campgrounds feature their own mini golf courses, providing on-site entertainment. A visitor at Cypress Campground & RV Park shares, "The park was clean, convenient and the staff was super friendly. Great amenities and a beautiful pool! Our site was shady, mostly level, gravel with just enough space for our toad(F150)."
Legoland visits: Only 3 miles from some campgrounds, this popular attraction draws many camping families. "We had a BLAST at this camping retreat 3 miles from Legoland! The owners/employees were very nice and accommodating. The pool was just what we needed, the put-put was a fun activity," a camper reported.
Bike trail access: The 29-mile Auburndale bike trail starts just outside some campgrounds. A visitor at Camp Margaritaville mentions, "There's an eagle preserve by the lake and the Auburndale bike trail (29 miles!) just outside of the entrance."
What campers like
Spacious site layouts: Many campers appreciate the generous spacing at certain resorts. At Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Cabana Cabins Auburndale, reviewers note, "Large pull through sites with paver patios, turf, and landscaping." Another camper adds, "The sites are awesome and very clean. They each come with a turf pad which the pup loved."
Pool facilities: Swimming pools are frequently mentioned as standout amenities. "Beautiful park located by all the attractions in the area if that's part of your plans. The park was clean, well maintained. I had a beautiful lake view and pool close by everyday," shares a visitor at Encore Lake Magic.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Several parks offer chances to observe local wildlife. As one Thousand Trails Orlando camper describes, "They have approximately 850 sites depending on the tortoises (sometimes they get a whole spot if their best is there)... Sometimes the cows from next door get loose and come visit. Sometimes there are alligators underneath RVs."
Holiday programming: Special events during holidays receive positive feedback. A Camp Margaritaville visitor mentions, "Easter there had a TON of activities for everyone."
What you should know
Traffic noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience highway noise. At Ponderosa RV Park, a visitor notes, "We are located where the freeway is unfortunately very close which makes it hard to sleep with the amount of traffic all through the night."
Construction impact: Ongoing expansion affects some parks. "There is currently some construction going on because they are expanding the campground but it didn't bother us much," reports a Camp Margaritaville visitor.
Site leveling challenges: Not all sites are perfectly level. One camper at Central Park RV Resort found the sites "Really unlevel, lots of full timers and some of their units have become run down. Good amenities but bad sites."
Seasonal crowd differences: Winter brings significant population increases to most parks. A visitor to Thousand Trails Orlando observed, "With so many guests they also have a gate guard shack thing and lots of staff members. They have dark green polos ride around on golf carts."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly pool selection: Pools with special features engage children longer. At Camp Margaritaville, "We love visiting Cabana Club! Great location and fun for the whole family! Kids played for four hours straight and went back for more after dinner!"
Indoor game facilities: For rainy days, check which parks offer indoor recreation. According to Thousand Trails Orlando reviews, they provide "Kids play room and play area, Arcade, Gym, Several pretty ponds and a giant lagoon."
Nature programs: Some parks offer wildlife education opportunities. "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," notes a visitor.
Security considerations: Gated entrances provide safety for children. At Encore Sherwood Forest, one camper appreciates the "Hidden Gem" quality: "We have stayed here 2 times for 2 weeks at a time and we live it. The park is quiet the neighbors are cool and there's even security for that added sense of safety."
Tips from RVers
RV site selection strategy: For larger rigs, request specific sections. At Thousand Trails Orlando, "A- Lots of pull throughs, B- Giant Field where the kids play... D- Jungle, Secluded, Private, also with snakes but a lot more shade, E/F/G- Normal RV Park in the grass, some shade in some parts."
Connectivity considerations: Cell service varies between parks. One RVer reports, "Very nice park, we stayed in the back of the park where they had no wifi, we just used our hotspot. We chose this area because it was out in the woods, felt like real camping not some concrete slab city."
Concrete pad availability: Surfaces vary widely between and within parks. "Except for the few concrete pads up front, all the sites are on grass. While you can't blame the park for the weather, recently there's been a lot of rain and rigs of all sizes are up to their rims in muck," warns an RVer.
Hookup placement challenges: Some sites have awkward utility placement. "We had the cheapest type of spot (so, gravel, back-in), but with some skillful angling didn't need to work at leveling," shares an Encore Lake Magic visitor.
