Best Glamping near Lake City, FL

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Campground houses deluxe glamping cabins equipped with modern amenities for guests seeking refined outdoor stays near Lake City. Accessible cabins feature spacious bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, cozy fireplaces, and screened porches with rocking chairs and swings that wrap around two sides of the structure. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground offers diverse glamping options including yurts alongside cabin rentals, with all accommodations providing access to hot showers, clean restrooms, picnic tables, and organized campfire areas. The sites maintain privacy with natural vegetation barriers and thoughtful spacing between units. One guest shared, "If you don't have a RV and can't stay in a tent, then reserve one of their wonderful camping cabins. The one we had is reserved for the disabled and has a large bathroom, a nice size and well equip kitchen, a fire place, and the screened porch with rocking chairs and a swing."

Access to the Suwannee River distinguishes these luxury outdoor accommodations, with multiple glamping properties situated along this iconic waterway. Ichetucknee Family Canoe and Cabins combines comfortable glamping quarters with direct river access for paddling adventures. The surrounding area supports wildlife viewing with hundreds of alligators and thousands of birds visible during guided boat tours and self-guided kayak excursions. Visitors can explore the Florida Trail which runs through Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center, or visit the craft village which operates daily with artisan demonstrations and handmade goods available in the gift shop. A recent visitor mentioned, "This campground has a lot to offer. First off, it is on the well known Florida river, the Suwanee River, so there are many water sports that can be done here. What makes this site different than a lot of places I have been is that there is a craft village. They are usually open daily for different activities."

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Best Glamping Sites Near Lake City, Florida (20)

    1. Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    White Springs, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 397-2733

    $20 - $100 / night

    "We stayed here a couple of years ago while visiting family and friends in Lake City, about 20 miles away.  I was very impressed with the facilities, very clean and well kept. "

    "Overall: Excellent campground with close access to the Suwannee River, not far off I-75 near White Springs."

    2. Dogwood Campground — O'Leno State Park

    39 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    20 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. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    36 Reviews
    Suwannee, FL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 224-5656

    "Sites are close to each other. Friendly staff. WiFi available. Easy access from the freeway with good signage."

    "Amidst Florida pines and oaks, you will find, the suwannee river. Follow a trail from your campground to the beautiful and dark waters of the Suwannee."

    4. Lake City Campground

    3 Reviews
    Lake City, FL
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 752-9131

    "Lots for the kids to do, pond with ducks, playground, nice store, Camping for everyone - tents, cabins, RV's. You can even hang a hammock (with tree safe straps) in a few places! Staff was wonderful."

    "Staff here is amazing, Park is laid out well so the RV's are not right on top of the tent campers, It is just far enough away from town and you can still even get pizza delivered if you needed."

    5. Ichetucknee Family Canoe and Cabins

    11 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    16 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."

    6. Suwannee Valley Resort

    2 Reviews
    White Springs, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 487-4996

    "Heated pool

    hot tub

    meals on weekends

    very friendly. You better behave your self

    membership required"

    7. Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort

    20 Reviews
    Mayo, FL
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 294-2510

    $30 - $70 / night

    "The dining area/general store is amazing & clean with tons of free puzzles & board games which saved our sanity on Saturdays 12-hour downpour."

    "The staff are very friendly and helpful, the grounds are kept clean, the bathrooms are nice."

    8. Ellie Ray's RV Resort & Lounge

    12 Reviews
    Branford, FL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 935-9518

    "Bathrooms within walking distance. Pool and hot tub are great."

    "Right near water and dock. Pool and jacuzzi. Water in cabin was brown - so showering was strange. Bring bottled water/water storage. Boat, canoe rentals."

    9. Island Oaks RV Resort

    12 Reviews
    Sanderson, FL
    30 miles
    Website

    $60 - $79 / night

    "Heated resort pool with tiki pool bar & music, beach front lake with a massive inflatable obstacle course, an on-site restaurant & ice cream shop, not to mention multiple fenced dog parks."

    "The park is conveniently located off I-75 just outside of Jacksonville.

    The park itself is well-maintained - clean and has great amenities."

    10. Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort and Campground

    8 Reviews
    Mayo, FL
    27 miles
    Website

    $25 - $220 / night

    "There's pools, spa, and a spring on site, plus you are on the river. You can rent canoes or kayaks and paddle the river. There are many springs along the way."

    "We RV camped while my mom and aunt set up tent in P3 ON the water. It was the best view and we sat out there both nights at their fire ring."

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244 Reviews of 20 Lake City Campgrounds


  • Gary M.
    Apr. 21, 2020

    Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort

    Expensive but nice

    Upper is spacious, bath house has no air conditioning which is BAD in summer. Folks are real friendly and staff is great.

  • Stacey S.
    Mar. 20, 2023

    Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort

    Great Weekend

    SRR does not disappoint. We stayed in the river front area which was a bit more feral than the RV park but offers more charm & shade. The dining area/general store is amazing & clean with tons of free puzzles & board games which saved our sanity on Saturdays 12-hour downpour. Also pets are allowed everywhere except in the shower or in the pool area which was amazing. Made the weekend so much easier.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    Music Wonderland Camping Experience

    I imagine that Suwannee Music Park Campground was borne out of the wonderful brainchild idea of someone who was fortunate enough to attend the original Woodstock back in ’69 and after leaving the upstate NY experience, woke up 3,000 miles away here on the shores of the Suwannee and said to themselves,“hey, why not try to create that experience here in NW Florida?!” And thus, this nature-embracing outdoor musical playground was given birth.

    Let’s begin with the sheer size of this place: with 800+ acres and over 600 campsites to choose from, this thickly wooded sprawling campground expanse is massive. And when it comes to the camping itself, no matter what type you might be thinking of - from RV and 5th Wheelers to those towing Horse Trailers and, Primitive Camping and Treehouses as well as Cabins for lease, every type of outdoor camping is offered here.

    The major attraction here, apart from the live music performances that get booked very frequently in this camping outpost, is the direct access you’ll have to the historic Cypress tree-lined Suwannee River, which is nothing short of fantastic if you enjoy paddling a kayak or canoe. If you are looking for something just as active but different, there’s a dedicated disc golf course as well as endless miles of trails, perfect for hiking and biking.

    Other amenities include: horse stables, children’s playground, covered pavilions, a bird sanctuary, chapel, small lake with fishing dock (catch & release only), bat house (apparently the largest in the US), tree house, craft village, boat launch, barn museum, drum circle, horse wash / manure disposal, arcade game room with pinball machine, live music pavilions, shelters, potable water stations, karaoke, riverside beach, viewable bee hives, golf cart rental, designated dump stations, WiFi, on-site cafe and general store (firewood, ice, beer, T-shirts, hats and caps), bar and music hall, pickin’ shed, geocaching, rock waterfall, first aid stations, swimming pool (that also serves up ice cream and pizza poolside), multiple music stages, restrooms and shower facilities and Suwannee River dock. For the RV crowd, Suwanee Music Park offers 20 / 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage hook-ups.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a handful: (1) Despite being pretty far removed from civilization for those really wanting to embrace a nice chunk of untouched nature, I have to admit this place was overwhelmed with golf carts when we visited, which really takes away from the ambiance of being out in nature in the first place IMHO. Many times this place felt more like the Villages (the world's largest and most well-heeled retirement community located south of here in central Florida) than a remote camping outpost; (2) Should you need anything, the town of Live Oak is just a 20 minute drive south of here wherein you’ll find just about everything you are looking for, including a Busy Bee for excellent bathrooms, showers and laundry facilities, Walmart Supercenter and Publix for groceries as well as just OK restaurants like Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, Zaxby’s and a Waffle House, but for actual really good food, keep on heading south to the center of town where you’ll find Big Wood BBQ & Grill, The 406 or Brown Lantern; (3) If you were fascinated by the drama, murder and mayhem on the Netflix series Tiger King, then head south of Live Oak to Mystic Jungle where you can see all of their amazing wild cats that normally you would only be able to see while on safari; (4) For my primitive tent pitching bredren, of all the amazing places to consider here, I would strongly recommend those primitive camping spots that are either located near the Bat House over just north and west of Farm Field or the primitive camping sites just east of Spirit Lake; (5) Only downsides include: very overcrowded in some places, lots of bugs (so be sure to bring the Citronella!), uneven land to pitch a tent in the primitive camping area, RV sites are pretty close to one another, WiFi is intermittent and weak in many places, ‘golf carts gone wild’ scenarios, lots of restrictions and rules (destroys that Woodstock vibe I thought we would find here), dated bathrooms will take you back to the 1970s; (6) Upsides include: incredibly friendly staff, very close to Highway 10 making this spot very easy and quick to access, incredibly well-stocked general store; and (7) For best bat viewing, come at dusk to watch them leave by the tens of thousands turning the sky dark, and then come before dawn to watch them all return while sipping your Americano in a lawn chair.

    Happy Camping!

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Dogwood Campground — O'Leno State Park

    Oh my.....

    Ranger Review: Matador Backpack Beast 28L at O’Lena State Park, Florida.

    Campground Review:

    Ever seen Jurassic Park? O’Lena is a lot like that :)

    I travel with my three amigos ( Pomeranian, Dachshund and Australian Cattledog) and was on high alert as soon as we entered the park. 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!

    The foliage is lots of fern and primitive looking fauna which makes for a very intriguing visit. Another movie that came to mind while hiking on the river loop trail was “Anaconda”, no I didn’t see any snakes( or alligators for that matter) but the trail and bridges were reminiscent of that movie , no machete required. Instructional signage along the way and interesting sights along the Santa Fe River. The bridges were pretty cool and the original recreated settlement is pretty awesome. All CCC construction. There is a picnic area, a pavilion, a lodge, a museum, several other structures and a swimming area (WHAT!!) which was closed when we visited due to high water levels. Funny sign ( LOTS of sarcasm cause you know somebody did it) says to not swim with the alligators……I was glad for that warning cause I had my water wings ready to go.

    There are several trails available for hiking and biking and a primitive campsite on Sweetwater Trail. Santa Fe River goes underground in this area and you can check it out along the trails, going in and coming out again.

    There is equestrian camping and trails available but I did not visit that area. Bug spray and be aware of your surroundings while enjoying the trails.

    The Dogwood campground sites are well spaced out with sand, electric, sand, water, picnic table and sand. Some of the sites are more suitable for group camping. The Dogwood trailhead is in the campground. It is a well maintained easily accessible area. Other then being on constant watch for wild creatures waiting in ambush to grab my dogs I like this park. It felt very tropical primitive and has several activities to enjoy.

    Product Review:

    Matador Beast28 Packable Technical Backpack https://matadorup.com/ has been a very useful and versatile addition to my outdoor gear. It hangs in its stuff sack in the back of my vehicle out of the way until needed (PRO). When I have need of a small sturdy backpack for day hikes or light overnighters it’s right there ready for use.

    When I first received my Matador Backpack I pulled the Beast28 out of its stuff sack and explored all its pockets and possible attachment sites. I then Re-folded it and actually got it back in the stuff sack (PRO), a definite plus since I often have a hard time re-stuffing gear into its original bag.

    I have extra bladders from my hydration systems so I loaded the Beast with a bladder, no problem. There are right and left “ports” from inside to outside the pack and elastic straps on the shoulder straps to run the hose through. This option of course goes on both Pro and Con. PRO-the ability to load bladder and run hydration hose , CON-it’s not going to fit in the stuff sack anymore. So hydration bladder has to be packed and carried separately (not that big of a deal).

    I’ve read where other people were not to impressed with the pocket size but when I loaded it up I was able to fit everything I wanted to pack for an overnight. Mind you I’m not a “professional” backpacker, however I stay pretty comfortable when I do venture into the woods.

    I used the Beast as a day bag while at O’Lena , I packed it with snacks and a few other essentials. I am long in torso and noticed that the hip belt is more of a middle waist belt for me. The Beast worked well and was comfortable for a short hike around the river area.

    I wore the Beast again while hiking on Ft Campbell, Ky. Longer distance, little bit more gear. I had to redistribute my load because my cook pot was sitting in the bottom of the bag and riding in the small of my back, not comfortable. I adjusted the shoulder and waist straps a few times on this hike for comfort. Something that would be a nice upgrade would be pockets on the waist straps for snacks, etc so that you don’t have to completely remove the bag to reach your snacks.

    Most recently I wore the Beast at Mammoth Cave National Park for an overnighter. Everything I needed fit in the Beast(PRO). Two things (CONs) I noticed, one the Beast has no “frame/skeleton” per say so when you are attempting to pull single items out other items tumble out also because the bag basically collapses on itself…if that makes sense :) two, once again due to the lack of a “frame” when you work up a sweat while hiking your back gets wet because the bag is sitting right on your shirt/skin, no breathable material in between.

    Overall I like the Matador Beast 28 , it is convenient, versatile and well made.

  • J
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Otter Springs Resort Park and Campground

    Be prepared for cramped buddy sites

    Site# 54 Check in: 1pm Check out: 11am Full hook- up Easy to level Gravel back-in (Most, if not all sites are Buddy sites - so be prepared to face a neighbor you do not know. -We were literally looking at each other for ten weeks - with us having two dogs and neighbors having three dogs-complete bark fest). We were so close our awnings would not go out all the way or we would touch.

    Lot is Shaded with lots of trees. Not a big lot since you have to share space with your neighbor

    • No concrete patio - no picnic table but had a fire ring

    Located in the middle of nowhere- Dollar General is four miles away and Walmart is 11 miles (doesn’t seem far but on all back roads, it takes a while) Closest highway (75) is 45 miles away & I-90 is an hour

    Zero WiFi or Zero cell service (1 tiny bar but not enough to do a basic internet search) - once we purchased Starlink ($599), we were able to stream. No Cable TV- limited channels No Outdoor kitchen No Outdoor community sinks to clean big pots

    They do not pickup garbage at site daily, Must walk to garbage dumpster - not too far

    Allowed to ride personal golf carts Not Able to rent golf carts or pedal bikes from them Golf cart not really needed- smaller campground Indoor heated Swimming pool Natural Spring within park but due to rain & flooding of the Suwannee River over the ten weeks we were there, we were unable to access the spring or experience kayaking or the few amenities of the park. Very disappointing.
    Had a Playground No Bocce ball, shuffleboard, There was basketball court and volleyball court.

    Good general store with basics No Activity Center for kids Unsure if there are activities for kids (there were not from January-March). There is not a snack bar/restaurant . Not a Game room, putt putt, or jumping pad for kids No Workout room

    Streets are gravel/sand -not great for riding bikes in campground Great places to ride bikes outside of campground (not near this campground) though- look for Nature Coast State Trail

    Lots of cabin and tent space Individual bathrooms with own sink, shower, toilet & clean

    Laundry machines (one washer & one dryer) per bathhouse- only two bath houses

    Dog area - not fenced in - they have a huge field behind the campground that they keep the outside mowed & is a great place to walk dogs

    There were not bugs/flies initially but as it has started warming up, it has slowly gotten worse

    There were trails to hike off of the campground.

    The most disappointing aspect is that they were selling presidential hats in the general store. One - politics and recreation don’t go together and two- if you’re going to sell one candidate but not the other, you’re a biased business

  • Bill P.
    Mar. 9, 2022

    Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    Old but nice

    Very large well kept site. The sites are not Level and are grass but firm enough to not get stuck. Full hookups lots of activities. Sites are close to each other. Friendly staff. WiFi available. Easy access from the freeway with good signage.

  • Rachel G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 22, 2020

    Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    Great music venue

    This is a great music venue. The sites are extremely close together and very open. They do have equestrian camping. Our site had full hookups water electric and sewer. There is a bar and restaurant on site with live music which was great. There is a swimming pool, a treehouse and cabins you can rent, a fully stocked camp store, golf cart rentals. There are some permanent units for full-time living in this park. Park is very large and known for music festivals.

  • L O.
    Oct. 12, 2020

    Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    Perfect for "primitive" camping

    Arrived here for a three-night tent stay in early October after staying at the George L. Smith State Park in Georgia. This place has soo much potential. It was quite deserted. Switched from spot 324 to 375 next to the lake where it was more level. What's up with the restrooms though? There are a couple of spots where port-a-potties have been set up. They are ventilated and well lit, but they have no water though they have what are supposed to be running toilets and even sinks. There's a raised platform with shower stalls, but there's no running water?

    The place is otherwise very beautiful and peaceful, but that is also because it's absolutely empty. Haven't seen any other tents here, just a couple of small campers in this section. One the other side of the lake there were about 12 big rigs, far from here. This place is enormous. Lots of bugs. Never seen these many flies in all 13 camps visited in Florida, Georgia, or South Carolina so far.

    Very well stocked Country Store within the park, and Walmart is five miles away.

  • W
    May. 20, 2021

    Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Campground

    Awesome campground and facilities!

    We stayed here a couple of years ago while visiting family and friends in Lake City, about 20 miles away.  I was very impressed with the facilities, very clean and well kept.  Site 19 is a long pull through with plenty of room for a big rig and tow vehicle.  Picnic table and fire ring available.  Beautiful trees with Spanish moss give the park that old Florida feel.  This is Florida, so expect humidity and some bugs.  Not a lot of breeze at our site but very shady.  Staff was very courteous and helpful, work campers rode by occasionally and would carry off trash if needed.  There is a nice museum and camp store/gift shop onsite also.  Cell service was good, didn't try the tv.  There is no big stores nearby, just a Dollar General in White Springs near the entrance.  Definitely a thumbs up.


Guide to Lake City

Cabins and camping opportunities near Lake City, Florida place visitors within the Suwannee River basin, a unique ecosystem characterized by natural springs, limestone formations, and slow-moving blackwater rivers. Winter temperatures average 45-65°F while summer brings consistent 85-95°F heat with afternoon thunderstorms common from June through September. Camping options range from primitive riverside sites to luxury cabin accommodations, with most campgrounds featuring direct water access to either the Suwannee, Santa Fe, or Ichetucknee rivers.

What to do

Kayak the Santa Fe River: At O'Leno State Park, paddlers can explore where the river disappears underground before reemerging downstream. One visitor shared, "The river has a small rapids area, for Florida. Got to see a snake sunbathing next to two turtles with kayaking. Fun park!"

Explore hiking trails: Dogwood Campground at O'Leno State Park offers multiple trail options through pine forests and alongside the river. A regular visitor notes, "This is a campground I have been to many times in the winter. It has water and electric hookups as well as a central playground and bathrooms. It is a short hike to the Santa Fe River and many trails that are not too strenuous."

Join weekend activities: For social campers seeking glamping close to Lake City, Florida, Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort offers unique entertainment. "This is a really family friendly campground. We try and go 4-5 times a year and each time NEVER disappoints. It not only sits on Convict Springs, but on the Suwanee River as well. In addition to having chicken poop bingo and pigeon races (yes, those are real things! LOL) They also have regular bingo, karaoke and live music."

What campers like

Swimming options beyond the river: Lake City area glamping sites often feature alternative swimming areas. At Ellie Ray's RV Resort, "We stayed in the cabins for two nights. Perfect for small family. Right near water and dock. Pool and jacuzzi. Water in cabin was brown - so showering was strange. Bring bottled water/water storage. Boat, canoe rentals. Bar on site is nice."

Clean, spacious campsites: Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Campground earns praise for site quality. "I've tent camped at Stephen Foster three times in the winter. The campsites are not jampacked on top of each other. The bathroom/shower facilities have always been clean."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Nature enthusiasts enjoy the biodiversity around Lake City. One visitor to Stephen Foster noted, "This was absolutely the quietest place I have ever camped & kayaked. It is astonishingly peaceful midweek in May. Terrific opportunity, don't hesitate. Well spread out, large, nice facilities. Hundred of (non aggressive) gators, 1000's of birds. Enjoy!"

What you should know

Water quality varies by location: When glamping near Lake City in cabin accommodations, water quality can differ significantly. At Ellie Ray's RV Resort & Lounge, one camper noted, "Water in cabin was brown - so showering was strange. Bring bottled water/water storage."

Limited services in rural areas: Many campgrounds are isolated from towns. A visitor to Ellie Ray's warns, "There is one gas station within a few miles and that is it. Bring everything you need or eat bar food."

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