7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Central Florida RV campgrounds near Lakeshore offer numerous options for motorhome travelers near Orlando's attractions. Thousand Trails Orlando offers approximately 850 full hookup sites across multiple sections, with some areas providing more shade than others. Several parks accommodate large rigs, including Camp Margaritaville RV Resort with 326 sites featuring concrete pads and both 30/50-amp service. "This is probably the largest park we have ever stayed in. We normally go for the smaller quaint parks but we decided to try it out," noted one visitor about Thousand Trails Orlando. Kissimmee RV Park contains 193 sites with concrete slabs, though spaces are tightly arranged with minimal privacy between neighboring units. Encore Tropical Palms and Sherwood Forest RV Resort offer additional full hookup options with varying amenities.
Most parks in the region operate year-round with peak season running December through April. Reservations become essential during winter months when snowbirds migrate south. Cell service quality varies significantly between parks, with several reviews mentioning bandwidth issues at Thousand Trails Orlando despite WiFi availability in common areas. Parks generally welcome pets with designated dog areas, though some impose breed restrictions. Highway noise affects several properties, particularly those near I-4 and Highway 192. Propane refill services are available at multiple locations including Mill Creek RV Resort and 21 Palms RV Resort. Many parks provide convenient access to theme parks, with Orlando/Kissimmee KOA situated approximately 15 minutes from Walt Disney World and 23 minutes from Universal Studios. Laundry facilities, dump stations, and electric hookups are standard at most locations.
"Nice campground, friendly staff. Can’t speak to price because we’re Thousand Trails members and it’s included in our plan."
"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."
"It is located by old town in Kissimmee. The RV resort is always neat and clean. Sites are well maintained with full hookups."
"Good internet, cable TV, nice pool, remodeled bathhouse with laundry facilities but does have nice big laundry area by the pool. It is a bit pricey but worth it for access to Disney."
"Plenty of room to back in and all the hook ups.The park shares property with Westgate resort and you are allowed to use their amenities s well. My favorite was the petting farm, so many animals."
"We got to go Horseback Riding and they offered an activity for every activity level/age/desire."
"We came to Florida to escape NY in 2020, chose from a map! While here, we made good friends with other snowbirds and travelers. There is a nice pool, small playground and 2 laundry facilities."
"The playground looked fun but was closed due to Covid. We ended up staying an extra day and would love to come again sometime! "
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"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."
"We had the cheapest type of spot (so, gravel, back-in), but with some skillful angling didn't need to work at leveling."
"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."
"Great place to walk. Everyone is very friendly. This is a 55 and older resort so we didn’t see any kids around. Frostproof is a small town so shopping is a bit of a ways off."
"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."
"Amazing Pool and amenities. Large pull through sites with paver patios, turf, and landscaping. Great activities for the kids. Friendly staff. One of the best resorts we have ever visited."
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"Sewer location was very far away. Traffic drove very fast through the park. They do propane refills for only 2.50 a gallon. I would return to this park"
"Lots of stops and places to eat t close by. id go 5 stars but thé turnpike is beau by and can be a bit noises. We use our fan as a noise block at night."
ScoutTim and Leisha were the best! Great campsite close to Disney is what we wanted.. clean and well organized. They make you feel at home and they even invited us to dinner at the pool and provided all the food. I will definitely be going back when I’m in town. They loved our kiddos too!
ScoutThe campsites are nice! They’re close together, but there are plenty of trees providing shade and privacy. The grounds are well maintained, probably thanks in part to the very strict rules (nothing tied to trees, no disturbing or touching nature, etc.).
Unfortunately, the spring was closed due to flooding during our visit, but the kids enjoyed the swings at the playground (the slides were too hot!). We rode our bikes, relaxed, and enjoyed the peace and quiet.
My only real complaint was the staff and their approach to enforcing the rules. From the moment we checked in, the emphasis seemed to be more on what we couldn’t do than on welcoming us. We completely understand the importance of protecting the natural environment, but the delivery came across as unnecessarily harsh, almost rude.
To top it off, we received a written warning for checking out 45 minutes late, despite having already vacated our campsite. We were simply waiting to use the dump station. It seemed a bit excessive considering we weren’t occupying our site or holding up the next campers.
Overall, it’s a beautiful, peaceful campground with plenty of shade, and we really enjoyed our stay. A little more hospitality and flexibility from the staff would have made the experience even better.
ScoutEverything went pretty well except for one hiccup. Our first night staying there our bathroom drain got backed up with sewage that came back up from the drain which caused a terrible smell of The shower then also clogged and had to shower in puddle of water that got gross from our feet being all dirty because of the mud. I had mistakingly booked the stay without adding the hot tub.. so when we mentioned the issue to Dan(main guy in charge) we asked about the hot tub for the second day since it says it needs to be booked for a 2 night minimum. He said it would be taken care of.. so in our minds of a server and bartender and having worked in the service industry for a long time, we figured that the hot tub would be taken care of for us, considering that it's simply a$30 charge. So l then later get a text message from him asking if the card that I had on file was Ok to charge for the hot tub, and I asked if there would be any sort of compensation for the bathroom situation, he said being charged for one night instead of 2 was the compensation.. which made no sense to me since we only were getting it for one night. To top it off the hot tub was not even hot.. Was def not very impressed by that.
TravelerIf you like peace and quietness this is a place for you. I’m sure it is busier during the winter months. Plenty of shade with a new pool. You can rent canoes, play putt putt or paddle along the Peace river. If you’re into nature just walk the meandering trails through the woods. New concrete pads with a fire pit and picnic table. Everyone was polite and the WiFi was excellent. We stayed in lot 61. It overlooks the pasture with plenty of shade. Lot 60 and 59 also have total coverage and will be one of my next next choices. Plenty of space between your neighbors even make it better
ScoutThe place is very big and spread out , always sites available full hook ups or just water and electric (always alot of these open 20 or more) we have a pass to stay at these sites so we were put in a not so great site ,but talking with front desk (Morgan) she was more than happy to switch us to another site which we were pleased with . Pools clean ,clean bath houses and close to stores (grocery) always love going here . We have a blast . Also its centrally located a hr to coasts ( Venice beach) . Hr and 20 mins from warm mineral springs . River was nice to watch onsite also . Boat ramp also onsite
TravelerGrass is beyond high. Little dogs can get lost in the grass. Some of the pavers near the pool stairs are lifting to where you need to watch your step or it pinches your foot.
The pros- centrally located. Clean pool. Not too busy of a campground. Large places.
GuideLots of amenities with plenty to do, water park was nice, ice cream shop, marina, and skeet range were cool. Staff was inconsistent - some allowed the kids to have fun but others break out the measuring stick to deny activities. Head scratching at times but will probably go back.
GuideGreat lil place. Nice private bathrooms, mini splits in these and in tent, comfortable for family of 5. Fun turf play area near main office. Shark tooth sifting, trail hike, but the bank river fishing was tough. Owner/manager was a jack of all trades, very helpful and did it all.
GuideGreat little spot. Seemed to rain every 5 minutes where they had to shut everything down but had good contingency plans. Golf carts galore with some sites a little more rowdy than the next, but plenty of room. Kids loved the pools and crafts, adults loved the tiki bars and live music.
Central Florida campgrounds near Lakeshore provide diverse camping experiences beyond just RV accommodations. While summer temperatures can reach the 90s with high humidity, the area's seasonal variations make winter visits increasingly popular. Campsites in this region offer varying degrees of privacy, with some providing spacious sites with concrete pads and others featuring more natural settings with trees and water features.
Water activities: At River Ranch RV Resort, visitors can enjoy canal-side camping with sunrise and sunset views. "My fiancé and I went for a local, weekend, staycation. We had a beautiful spot in Phase 5, on the canal. The critters weren't awful, very serene sunrises/sunsets and spacious spots," shares one camper.
Horseback riding: Several campgrounds offer equestrian activities for all skill levels. "River Ranch itself has a ton of activities for the entire family! We got to go Horseback Riding and they offered an activity for every activity level/age/desire," notes one reviewer who stayed at River Ranch RV Resort.
Miniature golf: Encore Tropical Palms features family-friendly activities including mini-golf. "Nice pool with grille. happy hour specials. activities for children. very clean park. numerous bath houses. very nice laundromat," according to one visitor who appreciated the amenities.
Proximity to attractions: Location remains a key factor for many campers. "Great park to stay at if going to the parks. Can even hear the nightly fireworks. Good internet, cable TV, nice pool, remodeled bathhouse with laundry facilities," writes one reviewer about Tropical Palms.
Wildlife viewing: Cypress Campground & RV Park offers opportunities to observe local wildlife while staying close to attractions. Its location provides a balance of nature and accessibility to entertainment options.
Entertainment options: Old Town Kissimmee provides nearby entertainment for campers. "The campground is 1/4 mile from Old Town. (Kissimmee FL) There they have bike nights on Thursday evenings. Friday and Saturday evenings have old car shows and cruises. Old Town style shops and music," describes a reviewer from Tropical Palms.
Site conditions vary: Not all sites offer the same level of comfort or maintenance. "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. Seems to be a draining problem as the water stands for several days," notes one camper at Sherwood Forest RV Resort.
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. "I'm not sure if it's just our location in the campsite, but 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," reports a visitor at Ponderosa RV Park.
Reservation timing: Booking early becomes essential during peak season. Many parks fill quickly from December through April with long-term residents occupying prime spots, particularly those with concrete pads or better amenities.
Resort-style amenities: Camp Margaritaville RV Resort offers extensive family-focused facilities. "Amazing Pool and amenities. Large pull through sites with paver patios, turf, and landscaping. Great activities for the kids. Friendly staff," shares one reviewer who visited with family.
Water features for kids: Look for parks with splash pads and dedicated children's pool areas. "We love this Margaritaville location! The staff is always friendly, they've got a great splash pad and playground for the kids, a water slide, and two larger pools for kids and adults," writes a family who recently stayed at Camp Margaritaville.
Playgrounds and recreation: Several campgrounds offer structured activities for children. "Kids played for four hours straight and went back for more after dinner! Thanks for the great experience once again!" reports a parent who stayed at Camp Margaritaville.
Site selection: For RV sites near Lakeshore, Florida, concrete pads make a significant difference. "I would come back here again but only to a spot with a concrete pad," advises an RVer who stayed at Sherwood Forest RV Resort.
Utilities and hookups: Water pressure and electrical service quality vary between parks. "Good power. Good water pressure. Sewer location was very far away," notes a reviewer about Central Park RV Resort.
Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds present difficulties for leveling larger rigs. "Really unlevel, lots of full timers and some of their units have become run down. Good amenities but bad sites. I could not get my unit close to level," warns a camper who stayed at Central Park RV Resort.
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