Best Campgrounds near Lakeshore, FL

Central Florida's lake country surrounding Lakeshore offers a diverse range of camping experiences from primitive sites to full-service resorts. Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground stands out with secluded sites that provide privacy between neighbors, offering a glimpse of "Old Florida" with abundant wildlife including deer, wild turkeys, and occasionally even panthers. Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides a more developed experience with glamping options and yurts, while Coleman Landing at Shady Oaks caters to both tent and RV campers with waterfront access. The region balances proximity to Orlando's attractions with natural settings that feel removed from urban areas, with most campgrounds situated within 30-60 minutes of major highways.

Reservations are essential throughout the year, especially during winter months when snowbirds migrate south. As one camper noted, "This State Park is Old Florida, sites are secluded from other sites compared to many other parks." Hurricane season (June through November) can affect camping plans with potential closures and flooding in low-lying areas. Summer brings high humidity and temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F, making mosquito protection essential. Many campgrounds offer both shaded and open sites, though shade can be limited at newer facilities where trees haven't fully matured. Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds, with better connectivity at private resorts than in more remote state parks.

Wildlife viewing opportunities rank among visitors' favorite experiences, with multiple reviewers mentioning deer sightings near their campsites. The region's lakes provide excellent fishing, kayaking, and boating opportunities, with several campgrounds offering direct water access. Bathhouse quality varies considerably between locations, with state parks generally maintaining cleaner facilities than some private campgrounds. Primitive sites in places like Lake Kissimmee State Park require hikers to carry in all supplies, including drinking water, but reward with greater solitude. As one visitor to the region observed, "The pine forests here make you think you might not be in Florida. Great for people who want Natural Florida without the tourist traps and beach towns."

Best Camping Sites Near Lakeshore, Florida (169)

    1. Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Lakeshore, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 696-1112

    $20 / night

    "I live within a hours drive from this park and have been camping here for 40 plus years. This State Park is Old Florida, sites are secluded from the other sites compared to many other parks."

    "The path is very clear with markers and when you arrive at the site, there is a clear indicator to follow. The path to the site is right off the main trail."

    2. Resort at Canopy Oaks

    11 Reviews
    Lakeshore, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 213-0346

    $35 - $999 / night

    "If you are terrified of bugs this may not be the place for you (FYI), it is in the middle of Florida and in summer the bugs love to come out."

    "The property is sprawling, definitely bring a bike unless you enjoy long walks. The roads are nice & they offer morning trash pickup. The pool is huge & gorgeous! Very nice."

    3. Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

    12 Reviews
    Kenansville, FL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 692-1321

    "This review relates to River Ranch RV Resort, which is next to the Westgate property. I would personally not stay at the Westgate RV since it is basically just an open field with RV spots. "

    "Good off-roading nearby ! All the amenities you want. Nice staff"

    4. Coleman Landing at Shady Oaks

    7 Reviews
    Lakeshore, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 692-9882

    $20 - $30 / night

    "With Spanish moss draping from the Live Oak trees and bordering Kissemee Lake, it's a nice place to just sit and relax... There are 3 boat ramps ($5 fee) with some tie-ups for overnight."

    "Close to lake, great for bird watching and walks/ boating. Friendly host and fellow campers. We will definitely be returning. For the price, can’t beat it."

    5. Highlands Hammock State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Sebring, FL
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 386-6094

    $18 - $22 / night

    "There is a picnic table and fire ring at each site and there is a toilet nearby. For showers you have to drive to the regular campground and use theirs. You can purchase firewood in the park as well."

    "There are many short loop trails that take you through many ecosystems, giant trees at sizes few have seen before, lots of wildlife to."

    6. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

    129 Reviews
    Windermere, FL
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (407) 939-2267

    $56 - $201 / night

    "Big park so lots of walking if you don’t have the cart (or you can bring your own and/or bikes).  Our grandsons loved the golf cart!"

    "The best campground in Florida ! Fun beautiful and lots to do even without going to the parks Wildlife is abundant Bunnies deer turkey"

    7. Kelly Rock Springs Campground

    9 Reviews
    Frostproof, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (407) 254-1902

    $23 / night

    "Although the weather is unpredictable in Florida we had the best fall weather and we were able to enjoy the springs."

    "Walking distance to a huge playground over near the spring. It it’s crowded so they lock the gate when it’s full. But the campers use another gate passed the main gate when full. The kids loved it."

    8. Lake Rosalie Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lakeshore, FL
    4 miles
    Website

    $10 - $20 / night

    "We stayed at this location for 13 days. The bathroom was clean, there was a fire ban in place, but we had portable grills so utilized those."

    9. River Ranch RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Kenansville, FL
    15 miles
    Website

    "There’s lots to do around the property and the rodeo is a blast. The only fault was there weren’t many signs or direction on how to do things, when things were open, costs, and things like that."

    10. Butch’s RV Hideaway

    1 Review
    Nalcrest, FL
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (863) 528-3321

    "It would be nice if one or some of the roads looped so you can just drive out. Owners are very nice. Dog kennel nearby so there are some barking dogs. Pool needs some care."

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Recent Reviews near Lakeshore, FL

731 Reviews of 169 Lakeshore Campgrounds


  • Amanda W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Cabana Cabins Auburndale

    So fun! Huge sites!!

    Margaritaville is so clean & spacious!! The store has so much great stuff and there is always entertainment. They even have a big farmers market on Sundays with tons of vendors. There are two big pools (the back one is quiet) with bars, yummy drinks and good food. They are pet friendly & have dog poo stations along the roads. Very close to a long biking trail & there’s a gas station near the entrance. Beautifully landscaped & friendly staff.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground

    Laid back camping

    Nice spot to just get away and relax. Lots of hiking trails and some wildlife. Deers all around even among the campsites. Some tours available close by for airboats. We will be back here again.

  • Nicole W.
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Encore Sherwood Forest

    Tent camping spring trip

    I booked this for a first time car camping with my 4 year old. The tent spots are ok just placed on corner spots with traffic. The spot I got was close to restroom with kids is a must if you don’t have other options. Front people were nice and tried to help. Got rained out of my check out time. Had to extend check out.

  • Teresa H.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Oak Hammock Resort

    Beautiful campground

    Very welcoming, clean and well kept park. The owners were very friendly and communicative. There’s a store on site that I bought a T-shirt from and also a little game room that we enjoyed with pool and air hockey. I stayed by the pond where is was quiet but you might encounter a water puppy.

  • L
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Orlando/Kissimmee KOA

    Nice child friendly campground

    Very Friendly staff. Several activities possible for children eg pool, skating jumping etc. Late arrival possible. Good WiFi and laundry facilities and even a gym. Very close to Disney world and to restaurants or supermarkets.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 28, 2025

    LeLynn RV Resort

    Lakefront RV Pitstop Stone's Throw From I4

    Located just 45 minutes SW of the Magical Kingdom conveniently resting just a stone’s throw from I4, LeLynn RV Resort is a spacious, pet-friendly property that is definitely more geared for the RV driving or 5th wheel toting crowd. Surrounded by lakes in every direction – Little Lake Agnes sits directly west of the property, with its bigger sister Lake Agnes just further northwest, Lake Tennessee to the southwest, Lake Juliana to the south and Lake Mattie to the southeast, while Lake Helene can be found to the north and a smaller unnamed lake due east a smidge.  If you were surrounded by any more water, you'd be starring opposite Kevin Costner in 'Waterworld!'

    While LeLynn RV Resort will accommodate you for about as long as you’d like, this place impressed upon me more of a layover than an actual destination. The community that we discovered here was incredibly friendly and inviting, but nearly everyone we met was enroute to some other, better place in the great Sunshine state ... and quite a few folks look like they have no business moving from this place any time soon. This RV depot somewhat lives up to its name as a resort as it does offer an inground pool that is lake facing (again, not that challenging to do here in Central Florida) along with decent (not excellent) restrooms & shower facilities, laundry-O-mat, boat ramp, metered LP gas, dump station, shuffleboard and horseshoes along with WiFi and cable TV options. If you desire kayaking, canoeing or fishing, you need only access the nearest lake of your choosing. There’s 220 sites with FHU’s offering 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a handful: (1) IMHO the best sites are those that are lakefront on the property’s northwestern most perimeter; (2) While the parking accommodations are concrete pads that will provide a nice level plain for the stay along with a solid accompanying patio, there’s virtually no trees and hence shade anywhere on the property, so while that might not matter for a single night, if staying longer, you’ll likely want to bring your own shade with you; (3) Should you need to load up on supplies while on your trip, just due south of LeLynn RV Resort is a Publix that will cater to all of your grocery needs; and (4) While you’ll feel like you’re out in the boondocks in these parts (and trust me, you are), there’s a number of great little eateries like The Back Porch, Frescos Southern Kitchen, Purple Pit Stop, Polk City BBQ Co., Savage Tacos and Old Man Frank’s to choose from.

    Happy Camping!

  • Dan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

    Horrible

    Very rude lady at the front gate. Online it said they have primitive camping by the lake THERE'S EVEN A SIGN for it. She said they stopped doing that a long time ago. Soooo why does it still say it online and the sign still up. Now they closed the entire campground?? This campground really needs to get it's sh*t together. Get Better workers & management. The actual campground is fine.


Guide to Lakeshore

Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground offers secluded sites that provide privacy between sites, with wildlife including deer and wild turkeys commonly seen. Most camping spots near Lakeshore, Florida are within a 25-30 minute drive of Lake Wales, where campers can find supplies and groceries. The campgrounds around Lakeshore range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV resorts, with varying levels of amenities depending on the location and price point.

What to do

Fishing access: Coleman Landing at Shady Oaks provides boat ramps with $5 launch fees and some overnight tie-ups for anglers. "With Spanish moss draping from the Live Oak trees and bordering Kissemee Lake, it's a nice place to just sit and relax... There are 3 boat ramps with some tie-ups for overnight. Bird-life is abundant and bass fishing is productive," notes Gerry C.

Water recreation: Kelly Rock Springs Campground features natural springs perfect for tubing. "Beautiful place for floating down the spring. Enjoy drifting over river pebbles at the clear bottom of the spring. Tubes can be rented right outside of park," reports Amelia W. The spring maintains a consistent 67-70 degree temperature year-round.

Hiking opportunities: Several campgrounds offer trail systems for day hiking. "Beautiful shaded sites and long biking/trails," mentions Alexandra E. about Lake Kissimmee State Park. Highlands Hammock State Park provides multiple shorter trails accessible to all ability levels. A visitor noted, "The walking trails at this park were all quite small and friendly for all."

Rodeo entertainment: Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo hosts a weekly rodeo event on Saturday evenings. "We went to the rodeo on Saturday night, did a swamp buggy ride, skeet shooting, petting zoo and rode a mechanical bull... and there was still more we could have done," shares Tina S. The resort combines camping with western-themed entertainment.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Campers frequently mention site separation as a major benefit at certain campgrounds. "Campsites are far enough apart for privacy with lots of shades trees. Each site has a firepit. Bathrooms were clean. Lots of small trails to explore and tall watch tower climb for observation," writes Stephanie G. about Lake Kissimmee State Park.

Wildlife viewing: Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground offers excellent wildlife spotting opportunities directly from campsites. "Laid back camping. Nice spot to just get away and relax. Lots of hiking trails and some wildlife. Deers all around even among the campsites," according to Robert T. The diverse ecosystems support varied wildlife.

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept bathhouses and common areas. Perry J. shared about Lake Kissimmee, "Like all state parks the bathrooms were spotless and rivaled those of a Marriott. We enjoyed the common areas, the observation deck and the hiking."

Pool and recreation amenities: Resort at Canopy Oaks offers extensive recreation facilities. "The pool is huge & gorgeous! Very nice. Same for the tiki bar, we had some great nights there. There are free cornhole boards, places to fish (catch and release), a playground that was nice, game areas, a little store and a nice deli/pizza spot," writes Amanda W.

What you should know

Seasonal crowds: Park capacity varies dramatically by season. At Kelly Rock Springs, a camper noted, "I was here during the winter so the park was quiet, I've heard it can be very busy in the summer." Summer weekends often reach capacity early in the morning.

Limited shade at newer facilities: Some recently developed campgrounds haven't established mature tree cover. Amanda W. explains about Canopy Oaks, "The sites are very big & clean but ZERO shade. It's a newer resort so the palms and small trees were just planted & offer no sun relief."

Cell service limitations: River Ranch RV Resort and similar rural campgrounds often have spotty service. A guest at Butch's RV Hideaway reported, "We have T-Mobile and there is zero signal, no bars for T-Mobile in this park." Some Lake Kissimmee campers mentioned having to drive 10+ miles for reliable service.

First-come, first-served policies: Coleman Landing operates without reservations. "First come/first serve..." reports Gerry C. This requires flexible planning, especially during peak winter months when snowbirds arrive.

Bug protection essential: Florida's subtropical climate supports active insect populations. "The park is sprawling, definitely bring a bike unless you enjoy long walks. The roads are nice & they offer morning trash pickup. Have to watch out for the mosquitoes so bring a lot of bug spray," advises a River Ranch RV Resort visitor.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly water features: The natural springs at Kelly Rock Springs Campground appeal to families with children. "Such a great place for families to camp!! The campground is nice and has bathrooms and showers, plus being able to go to the springs is so much fun and beautiful!!" shares ReBeCcA F.

Children's activities: Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground offers extensive programming for kids. "The sing along was fun. Chip and dale walk around to everyone. They ask that you don't leave your spot and they will come to you and really they do. They stopped at every spot to take pictures," reports Samantha O.

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. About Coleman Landing, Connie T. mentions, "Walking distance to a huge playground over near the spring." These facilities provide convenient recreation options without leaving the campground.

Educational opportunities: Highlands Hammock offers ranger-led programs. "They also have lots of ranger-led activities like soup night, covered dish dinners, camper coffee, etc etc," notes Bran P. These programs combine entertainment with learning about local ecology.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Look for adequate turning radius when booking. At Butch's RV Hideaway, an RVer observed, "Dirt road going into the gate area, once inside our site would've been a tight right turn as soon as you get past the gate and that is not possible when pulling a 32' trailer."

Hookup quality: Most campgrounds offer water and electric, but sewer connections vary. Corey K. notes about Lake Kissimmee State Park, "Only 30amp hook up and no sewer, but there is a dump station. The spots are pretty level and the pads are crushed shells."

Low-hanging branches: Tree canopy can create clearance issues. "If you have a tall rv low hanging branches in the camp area might be an issue," warns a Lake Kissimmee visitor. Always scout overhead clearance when entering wooded campgrounds.

Amenity access: Consider travel distances within larger resorts. Amanda W. advises about Canopy Oaks, "The property is sprawling, definitely bring a bike unless you enjoy long walks." At some expansive properties, walking to amenities can take 15+ minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Lakeshore, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lakeshore, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 169 campgrounds and RV parks near Lakeshore, FL and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Lakeshore, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lakeshore, FL is Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 30 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lakeshore, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Lakeshore, FL.