Top Tent Camping near Live Oak, FL
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Best Tent Sites Near Live Oak, FL (13)
1. Woods Ferry
4 Reviews•40 Photos•40 SavesThe Woods Ferry tract features a canoe launch and the first river camp on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. The river camp provides 5 sleeping platforms, a picnic pavilion, restrooms with hot showers, and a tent camping area. The Jerry Branch tract is a primitive recreation site. Visitors may enjoy biking, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.
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2. Holton Creek, Trillium Slopes
2 Reviews•21 Photos•31 SavesOn the Holton Creek tract, visitors may enjoy fishing, as well as biking, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads. Hunting is for persons who are mobility-impaired. The Holton Creek River Camp is the second river camp between White Springs and Branford and provides 5 screened shelters, a picnic pavilion, restrooms with hot showers, and a tent-camping area.
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3. Lafayette Blue Springs State Park
3 Reviews•17 Photos•44 SavesCABIN LOOP
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$100 / night
4. Dowling Park
2 Reviews•7 Photos•18 SavesThe Dowling Park River Camp is the third river camp between White Springs and Branford and provides 5 screened shelters, a picnic pavilion, restrooms with hot showers, and a tent-camping area.The Christian tract north river access point provides a canoe launch, and the south parking area overlooks Shirley Springs. Visitors may enjoy fishing, as well as biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.
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5. Peacock Slough
2 Reviews•16 Photos•21 SavesOn this primitive site, visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads. The Peacock Slough River Camp is the fourth river camp between White Springs and Branford and provides 5 sleeping platforms, a picnic pavilion, restrooms with hot showers, and a tent-camping area.
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6. Off Grid River Escape
1 Review•2 Photos•5 SavesLocated on the historic Suwannee River with Many Springs and historic areas to enjoy. Canoe, Kayak, fish, hike. Bring your horses and ride miles of trails on Water Management property.
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$50 / night
7. Bowman's River Landing
1 Review•28 SavesWe are a 12.5 acre campground on the Sante Fe River.
We have cabins as well as primitive car campsites directly on the river as well. See the following distances:
Ginnie Springs - 6 miles
Blue Springs - 9 miles
Ichetucknee Springs - 4 miles
Gainesville - 38 miles
Rum 138 - 8 miles
Lake City - 27 miles
White Springs - 38 miles
Branford - 13 miles
High Springs - 12 miles
Dollar General - 3 miles
Publix - 15 miles
Bobs River Place - 20 miles
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8. Big Camp Hunt Camp
1 Review•18 SavesPrimitive camping area on the north edge of the Big Gum Swamp Wilderness.
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9. Roaming Wild Hideaways Madison Blue
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$10 / night
10. Moonlit Avenue
Be the first to review!•9 PhotosA private treelined driveway leads to the back of the property to the primitive campsite where the deer have a regular route along with other forest animals. Goats, chickens (including a rooster), dogs and cats are domesticated nearby.
Birds especially love this area and the serenade gets better each year with a wide variety of bird songs. Owls reside nearby and bats have also been known to fly in the sundowning sky! Make sure to bring your blankets for sitting around the campfire and stargazing as temps still get into the 50s and 60s overnight.
Whether you're in need of forest bathing, a dip in real fresh spring water (always around 70F or 21C degrees year round!) or looking to explore by water or land, this is a great location for a base to launch from and enjoy nearby fresh water swimming, paddling, boating or fishing via public parks and private outfitters. Close to Gilchrist Blue Springs and Ichetucknee State Parks, Rum Island Park, and Ginnie Springs Recreation Park.
You can enjoy this private and serene primitive camping area in a forested riverfront neighborhood with a great public boat ramp a short walk away. The camping site is about one-half acre with cleared areas for tents and vehicles. A picnic table and two fire rings are provided; one has a grill. Spring well water access currently via hose. BATHHOUSE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION!
Check out updated pictures from Moonlit Avenue here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10159430995895957&type=3
Booking includes:
One Car Pass to Rum Island Park available ($5 value). Suggestion: Bring cash if you have additional vehicles that need park access.
Remember, we only accept one reservation at a time so get with your family and friends and book a date for the woods!
THE AREA:
The location provides easy access to all the area's rivers and springs, to paddle, swim or fish as well as great shops and restaurants in nearby High Springs or visit our newest addition, The Collective Food Truck Park in nearby Fort White.
Check out one of our favorite neighbors, Rum 138 @ Rum138.com! They offer rentals for kayaks and canoes, provide shuttle services and have the latest info on best places to visit on the Santa Fe River. They also host live music and a farmers market on Sunday mornings. Whether you're looking for information or even local art work about the area springs and rivers, or just a cold beer on a hot afternoon, Rum 138 has it all!
If you're interested in the Ichetucknee River, visit the state park located near by where tubing, kayaking or just exploring the river forest area great experiences! https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/ichetucknee-springs-state-park
Fort White, Florida was constructed in 1836 as a military fort during the Second Seminole War. The purpose of the fort was to protect the Cow Creek Settlement. Supplies were brought up the Santa Fe River by steamboat and were distributed from Fort White to other nearby forts and settlers.
The Town of Fort White is located directly off several main thoroughfares; US Hwy. 27, US Hwy. 47, and CR 18, near several State Parks, three (3) major rivers, and crystal-clear springs, some with underwater caves all of which provide many recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, swimming, diving, spelunking, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, bird watching, hiking, biking, etc.
Nearby historic High Springs, with a population of about 6,000, is home to a thriving downtown, community parks and is better known as the gateway to the rivers and springs in the area. The area is also a prized location internationally for underwater cave diving.
Bones of prehistoric mammals and tools of paleo-Indians have been recovered from springs and rivers near High Springs. Hernando de Soto led his expedition through this area around 1539, and in the 17th-century Indian villages and a large Spanish mission flourished near the Ichetucknee and Santa Fe Rivers.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Live Oak
523 Reviews of 13 Live Oak Campgrounds
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Brad A.
Scout
Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort
Great Location Away
First time, only been here a couple of days because of evacuation from Milton. Sites are nice size and some include a cabana. I suspect gets pretty busy during season. Strange there is no office.
- MMia F.
Guide
Perry KOA
Love this bright cherry KOA!
I love KOA because they are consistent… And I have a membership that gives me a bit of a discount. I find they are a good value as a rule. This one was really a surprise for the area which did not look that special but the KOA was so bright and cheery and wonderful. We’ve enjoyed it. They had great pull through a dog park lots of amenities and a super great park.
Kevin A.
LegendPerry KOA
What a Pleasant Surprise
I have camped at many KOA campgrounds, and periodically, I've come across a shining star. This is one of those times. The staff at check-in was terrific, friendly, and just loved what they were doing. The campsites are well-spaced. The facilities are clean. My site A9 was a back-in site, newly added, with a gravel base, perfectly level, full hookups, and 96 channels of crystal clear cable TV. The internet speed was over the top. I was there for two nights and even got to spend time at the local bluegrass festival.
Greg B.
Traveler
Ocean Pond Campground
Ocean Pond Spot 9
Nice quite campground. Well maintain. Clean bathrooms and working laundry machines (1 each) 1.75 for wash and 1.75 for dry. Lake and beach access are nice and maintained.
Ali P.GuideSuwannee River Rendezvous Resort
Quick 2 night stay
Stayed in key west area. You can tell it was just opened because grass is still growing in. Staff was wonderful.
- Ali P.Guide
Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort
Great place to camp
Second time here. Will be back
- JJulia H.
Ranger
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
L&A C.LegendPerry KOA
Love this KOA
Such a fun time at the Forest Festival. Walked to it from the KOA. Didn’t use laundry but nice facilities and pool & hot-tub are clean and nice! Cute playground! Our site was my favorite yet! Cows and horses are on the property behind the KOA & come up to site 27! The site also has a swing and sunrise and sunsets are so beautiful across the pasture. The bench, table, fire ring at the site, is amazing! Staff is friendly and the store is stocked and cute. Mosquitos are bad so we had to use lots of bug spray.
Amy P.Traveler
Magnolia Loop - O Leno State Park
Great Park, but mind the ticks!
This is the second time that we've been back to the state park and we love it more every time. Bath houses are clean, lots of wooded spaces, plenty of trails for biking or hiking. Appreciated the history of the old town which is within walking distance of the campsites. We also enjoyed the geological mystery of a river vanishing before our eyes!
There are signs at the bathhouse about ticks. Take heed of them! I am sure we are in the height of season, but it was really bad if you went on any of the trails. Thankful the dog is on tick meds!
We cycled from OLeno to Ichetukee Springs. 30 miles round trip! Next time we will leave early, bring swim gear and enjoy a float trip in that area.
Eleanor the Airstream R.Ranger
Lake Park Campground
Good for an overnight
Selected campground based on proximity to interstate. Loud traffic drove us to stay inside our camper instead of enjoying outside.
Site was unlevel and took three boards to fix side to side, disconnected from TV to fix fore/aft. Concrete pad was all the way forward on the site while connections were over midway back making it so we couldn’t use both easily. Had to park father back to reach connections which was where the site dropped off (causing us to use extra boards to level). We moved the picnic table back towards the camper, otherwise it would have been by our truck’s doors.
Bathrooms were clean, but dated with rusty stall doors. Be aware there are speed humps throughout the campground. No fire pit on our site, but other sites had them. Not sure if we were allowed a fire as such.
For overnight guests, I would recommend asking for sites up near the front of the park, as they appeared newer and more level, although less trees. I would avoid the row next to the bathrooms on the far side of the lake as they appeared to be the most unlevel, like the one we chose based on the website (site 41). Be aware that some of the outer ring sites in the wooded area on the far side are pull-in sites, not pull-thru or back-in, which could make it challenging if you want to drop your trailer and leave.
We would stay again in a pinch, but this isn’t a destination.
- MMike B.Guide
Travelers Campground
Great Overnight Stop
Nice place and nice people. Lucky for us it wasn’t that busy. Otherwise you would be packed in. Over all a nice place. Lots of road noise from the interstate.
Jacob F.GuideOcean Pond Campground
Nice camp site
Beautiful site plenty of camping spots
Todd B.Scout
Hog Pen Landing
Peace and quiet on the water
Had an enjoyable weekend tent camping here and small game hunting in the forest.
Bob the volunteer host was super nice, and the bathrooms were very clean.
The mosquitos were a little annoying right after sundown, but quickly left once we had a fire going.
Definitely camping here again and bringing the kayaks next time.
Lexi W.Ranger
Ginnie Springs Outdoors
Incredible Waterfront Camping
A perfect spot to camp and swim with your friends!!! This spot isn’t far from st Pete and is great for group camping! There is alot of space too!
Nick B.Traveler
Lucky Charm RV Park
Feeling Lucky!
We stopped at Lucky Charm for 2 nights! What an awesome spot. There are large beautiful trees with Spanish moss all over the property. Every site is a Pull-thru and very long. Can easily fit Class A's or Big 5th wheels. Full hook-ups. They have a pool, bathhouse, and laundry facilities. The owners were great. We arrived in the dark and they guided us by flashlight to our spot. We would stay there again and highly recommend Lucky Charm RV Park.
James P.Legend
Hart Springs Park
Nice
Roomy sites. Full hookup. Plenty of room for the kids to play.
- Sara H.Traveler
Camp Out in Country
Country camping
6 of us tent camped at site 1, Host was really nice and we stayed 2 nights. Bathhouse was really clean and served it's purpose. Wonderful place to get away and relax.
- Kellie C.Guide
High Springs Campground
New owner, transformed this park. It’s a beautiful place
Welcome to High Springs RV Resort under new ownership!! This park has been transformed into a beauty. Conveniently located just a quarter mile off interstate 75, but nestled into the nature, hidden jem. Everything from the heated/airconditioned private bathouse to the concrete slabbed sites. This resort is a must see
Camilla D.ScoutOsceola National Forest Ocean Pond Campground
Well established camping
The campgrounds Unfortunately don't accept any form of online payments which caused a delay in setting up but other than that the amenities are endless great price for what you get from My camping experience!
- WWilliam N.Guide
Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park
Great sites, great park and great paddling.
We loved this park. Our site was level and somewhat secluded with heavy vegetation between sites where we were. Site 6 is a pull-thru, level, 50 amp and water. No sewer. The park has great museums with very interesting history about Stephen Foster and the park itself.
Our primary reason for staying here was to paddle the Suwanee River. There is a local outfitter that will provide shuttle service if you have your own boats or they do have rentals available. We did the short trip due to time considerations, but thoroughly enjoyed the paddle.
We did eat at Fat Belly's in White Springs. It was good, reasonably priced and convenient.
We only stayed two nights, but would plan to stay longer if we get by this way again.
- SSarah S.Guide
O'Leno State Park
Beautiful
We enjoyed our stay even though it rained. We went to see the springs and it’s was gorgeous!
Joel R.LegendPerry KOA
Another hurricane victim
Another KOA on our trip to circumnavigate Florida. Another KOA recovering from hurricane damage. But, they do have some things open: the rv sites are open, the dog park (a nice large dog park), the hot tub. They have propane and a limited store. There are also tent sites and cabins. Lots of large live oaks with Spanish moss survived the storm as well. It is about an hour from the Suwannee River State Park where you can see Manatees in the clear waters of the spring.
CM M.Traveler
Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
Tough reservation to get, but well worth it
This state park is booked out almost every weekend for months in advance, but it is definitely worth visiting. Sandy campsites are perfect for smaller RVs and tent camping. The sites are a close together, but everyone was respectful of each others space. Facilities are average, but clean. Easy walk to the spring and boat launch. Sites are right next to the day use area so it can be a bit loud by mid-morning. I’d recommend coming during the fall or on a weekday to avoid some of the crowds.
Jake C.Legend
The Idea Farm, Agritourism Destination
Camping in a Tree Farm
Jake from the Dyrt here! The Idea Farm is an awesome little tree farm that will resonate with anyone who understands the importance of conservation. Check them out and share some pics from your stay on the Dyrt!
Steph M.Traveler
Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground
My Favorite Place
I love everything about this place. The trails & the river are amazing. Very laid back vibe.
- CCarlos R.Guide
Jennings KOA
Never again
This place has some rude and unwelcoming staff. The lady who checked us in must not realize she works in the hospitality industry. It’s listed as a KOA “Holiday” but it must have been given that designation a very long time ago. All the amenities are very dated. The sites are narrow and very close together. Would not recommend.
Eric R.Guide
Eagles Roost RV Resort
Hwy noise
The restrooms and showers were nice and clean. There was only one picnic table in a tent area, and it was not in good shape. The road noise and night made it difficult to sleep at night
Guide to Live Oak
Camping near Live Oak, Florida, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do
- Explore natural springs: Visit Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground for a refreshing swim in crystal-clear waters. One camper mentioned, "The spring is amazing," highlighting its beauty.
- Hiking and biking: Check out the trails at O'Leno State Park for great hiking and biking opportunities. A visitor noted, "Good hiking and also connects to good road bike rides."
- Kayaking and canoeing: Rent a kayak at Ginnie Springs Outdoors and float down the river. One reviewer said, "This is clearly one of the best natural springs in all of Florida."
What campers like
- Wildlife sightings: Campers at Manatee Springs State Park Campground enjoy seeing wildlife up close. One camper shared, "A few armadillos hung out under our tarp overhang and a large group of deer slept maybe 15 feet from our side."
- Clean facilities: Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer from Suwannee River State Park Campground mentioned, "The bathrooms were clean."
- Friendly staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff at various campgrounds. One visitor at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground said, "Incredibly friendly staff."
What you should know
- Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground, have poor cell reception. A camper noted, "Cell service is spotty, even Starlink had issues."
- Crowded on weekends: Popular spots like Ginnie Springs Outdoors can get busy. One visitor advised, "I’d recommend coming during the fall or on a weekday to avoid some of the crowds."
- Privacy concerns: Some campgrounds, such as Hart Springs Park, have sites that are close together. A camper mentioned, "The sites are very large, though open."
Tips for camping with families
- Bring outdoor games: Many campgrounds have open spaces for kids to play. A family at Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort enjoyed the playground and said, "Lot to do (spring, river, playground, pool, spa, etc.)."
- Pack bug spray: Bugs can be a nuisance, especially in warmer months. A camper at O'Leno State Park noted, "On hot days, the bugs were nasty."
- Plan for downtime: Bring books or games for rainy days. One visitor at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground appreciated the "tons of free puzzles & board games."
Tips from RVers
- Check site sizes: Some campgrounds have smaller sites that may not fit larger RVs. A reviewer at Stephen C. Foster State Park Campground mentioned, "Some sites are a challenge to back into."
- Reserve in advance: Popular campgrounds like Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground fill up quickly. One camper said, "This state park is booked out almost every weekend for months in advance."
- Bring extra supplies: Some campgrounds, like Suwannee River State Park Campground, are far from stores. A visitor advised, "Be sure your stocked the necessities since the nearest store is about 18 miles away."
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