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Dog-Friendly Camping near Mayo, FL
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Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort welcomes pets throughout its 40-acre property, including riverside tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping accommodations. Dogs are permitted in all areas except the swimming pool and inside shower facilities, making it particularly convenient for pet owners wanting to enjoy outdoor recreation without separation from their animals. The campground features dispersed tent camping under oak trees along the Suwannee River with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. Campers frequently note the exceptionally dog-friendly atmosphere as a key reason for returning to the resort. Full hookup RV sites include water, electric, and sewer connections, while primitive camping options provide more privacy and direct river access for pets who enjoy swimming.
Peacock Slough River Camp offers pet-friendly tent camping in a natural setting along the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. The camp features screened sleeping platforms with electric outlets, ceiling fans, and picnic tables, plus separate tent camping areas with shared fire pits. Bathrooms include hot showers and clean facilities for campers and their four-legged companions. Wildlife encounters are common in the area, with raccoons, nocturnal creatures, and occasional bears passing through, so keeping pets leashed and securing food items is essential. The extensive network of foot and equestrian trails provides ample exercise opportunities for dogs. Several natural springs along the river make excellent stops during kayaking or canoeing trips, though spring water remains a consistent 72 degrees year-round, which may be cool for some pets during winter months.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Mayo (127)
1. Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort
"Great dog areas. Food is good on the weekends, live music, very poor wifi. Spots by the dog park don’t have shade but most of the other sites do. Lots of fun activities."
"artifacts including a handmade automated bowling alley in an abandoned chicken coop with mechanical levers that return balls and reset pins, weekly events ranging from chicken shit bingo to pigeon racing, a dog"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $70 / night
2. Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort and Campground
"Awesome dog parks, chicken poop bingo (yes, you read that right!), pigeon races, movie and ice cream nights….too much to list! Easy to get around with RV."
"With close proximity to several springs, we’ll definitely return."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $220 / night
3. Suwannee River State Park Campground
"Trails are great for hiking and a few for mountain biking. Neat cemetery back in the grass lands near ranger station, lots of tortoises to see. Pet friendly for domestic pets."
"Small campground with full hookups, pet friendly, boat ramp. Beautiful trails. Nice playground and seating area facing the river."
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $100 / night
4. Peacock Slough River Camp — Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
"The extensive submerged cave system is on eof the most beautiful attracting divers from around the world."
7 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
5. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground
"They are very pet friendly and have an area to even board your horse. Everything was really wonderful and the café had decent food."
"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."
6. Adams Tract — Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
8 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
7. Grace Gardens Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $36 / night
8. Ginnie Springs Outdoors
"This is clearly one of the best natural springs in all of Florida complete with 250 wooded acres of pure Florida wilderness."
"We got there May1st, the place was relatively empty, but then came Cinco De Mayo weekend and it was amazing how many people came in. We sat back and watched."
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $60 / night
9. Perry KOA
"Another KOA on our trip to circumnavigate Florida. Another KOA recovering from hurricane damage."
"They had great pull through a dog park lots of amenities and a super great park."
10. Ellie Ray's RV Resort & Lounge
"Speaking of NYE they had a Motley Crew cover band, social distancing and masks are not a thing in this part of Florida, like the posters from the health department don't even mention masks, so if COVID"
"Bathrooms within walking distance. Pool and hot tub are great."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 9 min from Valdosta, GA
- 1 hr 10 min from Gainesville, FL
- 1 hr 16 min from Tallahassee, FL
- 1 hr 28 min from Ocala, FL
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mayo, FL
747 Reviews of 127 Mayo Campgrounds
Jarrod W.ScoutGinnie Springs Outdoors
Thrown out with no warning and no refund
I organized a group camping weekend here October 2 to 4, 2026. My group booked and paid for more than a dozen campsites and approximately 40 people, all next to each other, so the people around my site were my own friends. On Saturday afternoon we were sitting in our chairs when a security officer walked up and demanded that I lower my music. Nobody refused. I was turning it down as I explained that the music was for my whole group and that the neighbors around us were all our people. I also asked who had complained. Instead of answering, he snapped,"You do what I said and turn the music down." I told him I already had. With no attempt to calm things down, he shouted that we were out of there and had 30 minutes to pack up and leave. Nobody in my group raised a voice or got hostile. We were polite and we complied, and we were still treated like criminals. When we went to the front desk to report how he had behaved, the clerk made it clear that our whole group was the issue and that they were watching us and that I had to leave. That told me this was never about one speaker or lowering the music. We were singled out while other groups were left alone. I even heard from others that were allowed to stay, that they heard Spanish music blasting at 1am AFTER QUIET HOURS! So, why were we kicked out? Discrimination! No refund was offered. They kept our money for a stay they cut short. We have held several events here over the years, about 8 visits in the last three years. There will be ZERO in the future. The springs are beautiful, but the way security and the front desk treat paying guests is not. My group is taking our events and our money somewhere else!
- PPaul S.
GuideOcean Pond Campground
Great Overnight Stay
A fantastic spot for an overnight camping stop in Florida. Beautiful surroundings with great hiking and cycling trails to explore. Perfect for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Well worth a visit!
- RReed E.Guide
Gibson Park
Wooded and quiet sites on grass
I’ve stayed here twice in my camper van while en route in and out of Florida. The campground WAS closed for repair prior to SUMMER 2026, but is now OPEN. There’s a boat launch, clean restrooms and electric hookups, for $22/night. Caretaker on site.
Erin L.GuideManatee Springs State Park Campground
Spring is lovely
Going when it’s super hot turned out to be a great idea! It was lovely to get into the cool water every afternoon and cool right off. We enjoyed paddle boarding also and seeing the alligators, fish and turtles. Had a great time!
- RRafa D.
TravelerWest Tower Hunt Camp
Nice spot for dispersed camping
This is a great place for dispersed camping, but it’s not as quiet as you might expect. Dogs bark all night, so it’s not the best place for those who are sensitive to noise. However, it’s a great place to experience nature, even though there are some houses nearby. Just be aware that it can get extremely hot in the summer, so if you’re planning to go, make sure you have an RV or trailer.
Temple R.ScoutOld Highway 19 RV Park
BEWARE! BEWARE! BEWARE!
BEWARE! BEWARE! BEWARE!
This place appears to be a hidden gem until you encounter the“soulless” owners in charge and their entourage. It’s not just the performance they put on when you first arrive, but their behavior after you’ve paid.
King Vicky and Queen John are tyrannical figures. Initially, everything seems fine, but things quickly take a turn for the worse. They proudly display a Christian flag with the American flag on their flagpole, claiming to be Christians, yet their actions reveal otherwise. They are judgmental and create a hostile environment that makes it impossible for my children and me to enjoy our stay. They refused to mow the yard next to our RV as a protest for our presence. They even had the audacity to laugh at my husband and me(in front of our three children, aged five, four, and one) for our beliefs. Queen John openly admitted to his posse and King Vicky that they talk about us constantly and have some good laughs at our expense. Are they truly Christians? I doubt it.
Queen John disrespected me, called me names, and attempted to evict us while my children were in the room. Later that night, he knocked on our door and apologized for his actions. When I began to correct him on the events that transpired, which he was misrepresenting, and I rely on factual evidence rather than personal feelings, he told me he didn’t care and needed me to shut up so he could apologize. Was this a genuine apology? I don’t think so.
King Vicky went so far as to withdraw funds from my account without my approval. They even called the police on themselves when we demanded a refund for the theft of money. It’s clear that they dislike confrontation, and it’s evident that no one has ever stood up to them before. King Vicky’s voice trembled as she realized the illegality of her actions. They only issued a refund after the police arrived. To this day, we haven’t received an itemized receipt for the refund.
Be cautious around Queen John. He touched my children, and I immediately grabbed them and pulled them away. I refuse to let that negative energy affect my children. Interestingly, this energy transfer is even mentioned in the Bible. However, I don’t see Christians complaining about it. After that, King Vicky complained about having to talk to my kids and started asking them,“Did you have fun here?” I cut her off and firmly stated,“Do not speak to my kids. John owes my children an apology for his actions. You were not there to offer any sort of apology. Moreover, you complained about talking to them in the first place.”
The employees at this park are not properly trained. On our first night, Peach and her husband Jim greeted us. Peggy was also present. Peach was struggling to figure out the system for changing the site number and had to wait for Vicky in the morning. When Peach arrived in the morning, she claimed that Vicky had fixed it, but only for the two-month stay. She couldn’t understand how to charge for only one month. As a result, she instantly charged me for two months.
King Vicky and Queen John insist that they are good park owners, but I’ll leave that for you to decide. We don’t hold them in high regard based solely on their numerous ignorant behaviors towards our family. We’ve already had a difficult experience with them, and I’m writing this review to warn you all to exercise caution before staying here. We’ve been through it, so you don’t have to. My recommendation: CHOOSE A DIFFERENT RV PARK. There are many more options available nearby. Make a better choice than we did.
- Temple R.Scout
Old Highway 19 RV Park
BEWARE! BEWARE! BEWARE!
BEWARE! BEWARE! BEWARE!
This place appears to be a hidden gem until you encounter the“soulless” owners in charge and their entourage. It’s not just the performance they put on when you first arrive, but their behavior after you’ve paid.
King Vicky and Queen John are tyrannical figures. Initially, everything seems fine, but things quickly take a turn for the worse. They proudly display a Christian flag with the American flag on their flagpole, claiming to be Christians, yet their actions reveal otherwise. They are judgmental and create a hostile environment that makes it impossible for my children and me to enjoy our stay. They refused to mow the yard next to our RV as a protest for our presence. They even had the audacity to laugh at my husband and me(in front of our three children, aged five, four, and one) for our beliefs. Queen John openly admitted to his posse and King Vicky that they talk about us constantly and have some good laughs at our expense. Are they truly Christians? I doubt it.
Queen John disrespected me, called me names, and attempted to evict us while my children were in the room. Later that night, he knocked on our door and apologized for his actions. When I began to correct him on the events that transpired, which he was misrepresenting, and I rely on factual evidence rather than personal feelings, he told me he didn’t care and needed me to shut up so he could apologize. Was this a genuine apology? I don’t think so. King Vicky went so far as to withdraw funds from my account without my approval. They even called the police on themselves when we demanded a refund for the theft of money. It’s clear that they dislike confrontation, and it’s evident that no one has ever stood up to them before. King Vicky’s voice trembled as she realized the illegality of her actions. They only issued a refund after the police arrived. To this day, we haven’t received an itemized receipt for the refund.
Be cautious around Queen John. He touched my children, and I immediately grabbed them and pulled them away. I refuse to let that negative energy affect my children. Interestingly, this energy transfer is even mentioned in the Bible. However, I don’t see Christians complaining about it. After that, King Vicky complained about having to talk to my kids and started asking them,“Did you have fun here?” I cut her off and firmly stated,“Do not speak to my kids. John owes my children an apology for his actions. You were not there to offer any sort of apology. Moreover, you complained about talking to them in the first place.”
The employees at this park are not properly trained. On our first night, Peach and her husband Jim greeted us. Peggy was also present. Peach was struggling to figure out the system for changing the site number and had to wait for Vicky in the morning. When Peach arrived in the morning, she claimed that Vicky had fixed it, but only for the two-month stay. She couldn’t understand how to charge for only one month. As a result, she instantly charged me for two months.
King Vicky and Queen John insist that they are good park owners, but I’ll leave that for you to decide. We don’t hold them in high regard based solely on their numerous ignorant behaviors towards our family. We’ve already had a difficult experience with them, and I’m writing this review to warn you all to exercise caution before staying here. We’ve been through it, so you don’t have to. My recommendation: CHOOSE A DIFFERENT RV PARK. There are many more options available nearby. Make a better choice than we did.
- AAimee K.Traveler
Ragan Family Campground
Don’t waste your money
Extremely run down. Not even close to being a water park. Save your money and go to Splash in Milton or if just passing through stay at The Station across the highway for a better maintained and friendlier environment.
Guide to Mayo
Dispersed camping opportunities near Mayo, Florida include primitive riverside sites along the Suwannee River and adjacent natural springs. The area sits in a region characterized by limestone karst topography with multiple freshwater springs maintaining a consistent 72-degree temperature year-round. Most camping locations near Mayo can be accessed via boat or vehicle, with primitive sites typically situated on higher ground to avoid seasonal flooding.
What to Do
River kayaking adventures: The Suwannee River offers excellent paddling opportunities with natural springs accessible along the route. At Suwannee River State Park Campground, campers can launch from the boat ramp and explore the river at their own pace. "We went on a 7 mile canoe trip recommended to us by our campground host. Cost was not too much and we were shuttled up stream. We loved staying here!" shares Laura C.
Spring swimming: Multiple clear freshwater springs provide cooling relief, particularly during summer months. Ellie Ray's RV Resort & Lounge offers river access with nearby springs. "Nice pool area and lounge. Love entertainment Friday and Saturday. Friendly staff can't wait to go back," notes Rusty Gate F. The resort also provides boat rentals for reaching nearby springs.
Trail exploration: Wooded paths wind through the area's natural landscapes, offering wildlife viewing opportunities. One camper at Adams Tract shares: "It's an Amazing spot to camp," with access to hiking trails and riverside views that showcase native flora and fauna.
What Campers Like
Unique entertainment options: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground offers distinctive activities beyond standard camping amenities. According to Gabriel M., "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. There are RV spots, tent camping, hotel rooms, motel rooms, cabins and houses."
Riverside camping spots: Direct river access ranks high on campers' priority lists, especially for those seeking swimming opportunities. Emily A. recalls her experience at Suwannee River Rendezvous Resort: "Just visited for our first time this week. It is absolutely our favorite campground of all now. The lower section has dispersed tent camping right on the river underneath beautiful big oak trees. Couldn't even imagine a better campsite!"
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities matter to campers in this region. At the Perry KOA, Frank L. reports: "Probably the cleanest bathrooms and showers we ever saw! Staff was friendly and helpful and the grounds were spotless. They care and it shows."
What You Should Know
Variable water levels: The Suwannee River experiences seasonal changes in water height, affecting spring accessibility and swimming conditions. A reviewer at Ellie Ray's RV Resort mentions: "Perfect spot on the Sante Fe with the Ichetucknee and Suwanee rivers super close. Huge dockage and nice spot for overflow/trailer parking."
Limited services: Many campgrounds in the Mayo area are relatively remote with minimal nearby amenities. Laura F. advises: "There is one gas station within a few miles and that is it. Bring everything you need or eat bar food."
Seasonal crowds: Peak times can lead to busier conditions, especially around springs and river access points. Chelsea C. notes: "Despite its name, convict spring is a beautiful clear fresh water spring, best appreciated in winter when no kids are kicking up dirt in it."
Tips for Camping with Families
Playgrounds and activities: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Mayo offer kid-specific amenities. Richard B. shares about his experience: "Clean individual bathrooms. Pool area is nice. High water has the spring covered up so can't comment on that. Playground for the kids. Wifi all over the park."
Water safety planning: With multiple river and spring swimming opportunities, preparation matters. One camper at Grace Gardens Campground appreciates the "peaceful and quiet" environment with "9 sites. 8 FHU & 1 W/S," allowing families to enjoy a less crowded camping experience.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region offers chances to observe native species in natural habitats. Bryan R. notes that at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground, "There's a pool and game room if you like, or if you want to rent a canoe and float the beautiful Suwannee River, that's available at the canoe outpost. Horses and riding lessons are available at the stables."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Many pet-friendly RV parks near Mayo offer varied campsite options with different benefits. At Suwannee River State Park, Kandi G. found: "Electric and water hook ups. Camping sites are large enough for 2 tents. Shaded well. There's a decent boat ramp with over flow parking for the truck and trailer."
Hookup availability: Water quality and service reliability vary across the region. Tim M. reports about Ellie Ray's: "They have full hookups and a nice bathhouse and laundry room. There is a nice pool and jacuzzi which is nice alternative to swimming in the river."
Road access notes: Some campgrounds have challenging access routes, particularly after rain. Kevin A. appreciated the Perry KOA's "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."
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