Best Campgrounds near Micanopy, FL

Micanopy is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Micanopy is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Micanopy. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Micanopy, Florida (278)

    1. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Micanopy, FL
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 466-3397

    $18 / night

    "Good walking trails right from campground. For distance bike riders, Gainesville bike club has good group rides (just sign up for a membership to join rides)."

    "Very close to the University of Florida. Nice campground recently renovated."

    2. Ocala North RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Reddick, FL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 591-1723

    "They have a little dog park, walking trails, off property is a nice bike ride, huge swimming pool, activities, laundry room and friendly people. At night the stars are amazing."

    "Stopped here on the way north to get out of the Florida Keys. Stayed 2 nights and used the laundry(wash was 1.50 per load, and 25 cents per 18min for drying). It was very affordable."

    3. Devil's Den Spring

    20 Reviews
    Williston, FL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 528-3344

    $20 - $75 / night

    "Local weekend entertainment, pool, hot showers, and additional places to explore within walking distance. We will be back."

    "The location is really convenient and close to Gainesville, so if you want to spend some time being active in the water during the day but want to chill and go see a movie in a theatre at night, you can"

    4. Sportsman's Cove Resort

    5 Reviews
    Micanopy, FL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 591-1435

    $39 - $50 / night

    "The park is in a great area Mcintosh and Micanopy are historical towns with great walk, and bike ability. Right in Orange Lake yoy can kayak. They have rentals for 10.00."

    "A perfect place to enjoy fishing, wildlife and the Florida Birding Trail. Clean Restrooms, friendly stuff."

    5. Silver Springs State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Ocala, FL
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 236-7148

    $24 - $110 / night

    "We rode our bikes around the campground and were amazed as almost all the sites were huge! Live oak trees with Spanish moss...this campground is truly the "Real Florida"."

    "Silver Springs Silver Springs SP Beautiful Florida campground with 60 sites, many pullthrus. The sites are huge with lots of space and privacy. Lush surroundings."

    6. Grand Lake RV & Golf Resort, A Sun RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Reddick, FL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 591-3474

    "The amenities and facilities are very clean and the lake view is awesome. Will definitely be back soon."

    7. Grand Lake

    3 Reviews
    Reddick, FL
    7 miles
    Website

    "We wereet at the entrance by a gentleman in a golf cart. He brought us directly to our site, and helped us get squared away. He recommended the local restaurant for dinner."

    "A lot of people drinking and walking."

    8. Williston Crossings RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Williston, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 528-7100

    "Cedar lakes woods & gardens in williston Florida is an incredible botanical adventure. We were there for hours walking through the botanical gardens."

    "Hookups are well located and organized. Amenities include a large heated pool, hot tub, grist mill and activities."

    9. Collins Farm

    1 Review
    Micanopy, FL
    3 miles
    +1 (440) 396-6541

    $45 / night

    10. Kate’s Fish Camp

    3 Reviews
    Rocky Point, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 372-1026

    $26 / night

    "On the subject of water access, let’s just say that while the meandering creek is definitely of interest and should be explored, the real find here is the nearby access to Newnans Lake, which just sits"

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Recent Reviews near Micanopy, FL

1164 Reviews of 278 Micanopy Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Silver Springs State Park Campground

    Awesomeness

    Let me start by saying park.is very clean and well maintained. Sites are big with gravel, fire pits, grill dining tabels and did I say clean. Silver springs is beautiful, go on the boat...

  • Jerri K.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Black Creek Ravine

    Very nice

    Was a very nice and quiet place to camp

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Gateway Fish Camp

    Laid-Back Old Florida Waterfront Hideaway

    Tucked along the shores of The St. Johns River flowing southward to Lake George, Gateway Fish Camp feels like stepping back into a gentler, quieter version of Florida where fishing poles outnumber smartphones. This little slice of Old Florida charm has a down-home, relaxed atmosphere that’s equal parts rustic and welcoming. The first thing you’ll notice is the water – calm, wide-open lake views that practically beg you to sit (although as there's actually no chairs, I would encourage you to bring your own) a spell on the dock and watch the sun do its magic at either end of the day. Just follow the sandy ‘streets’ or road pathways covered in shade down to the main office.

    The campground here is small and unpretentious (that is my kind word for it at least), offering both pull-in and back-in RV sites, although if I’m honest, there’s a handful of RVs that looked like they’ve been here for a while and have no pretensions of leaving anytime soon. Is the place a bit disheveled and in need of a fresh coat of paint and a good bit of gardening manicure?  Yes.  Expect electric hookups, basic water access, and a layout that’s easy enough to navigate without fancy maneuvering. Restrooms (albeit primitive) are serviceable and clean, and the overall vibe is one of practicality rather than polish. Pet owners will be glad to know furry friends are welcome, and the pace of life here makes it easy to wander with them. It’s not luxury camping, but it’s honest, comfortable, and refreshingly straightforward.

    What really makes Gateway shine is its direct access to Lake George, a dream come true for anglers, kayakers, and birdwatchers. You can drop a line for bass, launch a kayak from the dock, or just sit by the water and spot ospreys circling overhead. Crescent City itself is a short drive away for groceries, gas, or a diner breakfast, but the lake and surrounding marshes provide the real entertainment. This is the kind of place where the sound of boat motors mixes with bird calls and nobody seems in a hurry.

    Insider Tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you can, snag a campsite close to the water’s edge – you’ll get front-row seats to sunrise and a constant cool breeze; (2) For a memorable local meal, head over to 3 Bananas Restaurant right on Crescent Lake in Crescent City. Their blackened fish sandwich is as good as the view from the deck; (3) If you are a tent camper like me, you’ll want to take note that this place only has primitive bathrooms, so either bring your own, otherwise, you’ll be hiking to the nearest Publix or Dollar General; (4) Kayakers will love paddling out toward the lake’s eastern shoreline. And if you don’t have a kayak, fret not, the good folks here at Gateway Fish Camp will rent you 1 of the 2 that they have. Early morning trips often reward you with glimpses of herons, egrets, and even the occasional alligator – all from a safe distance, of course!; and (5) Apart from having direct access to Lake George (and nearby access to Crescent Lake), one of the very big upsides to being here at Gateway Fish Camp is the direct access to Fort Gates Ferry, which docks here and for a small fee will transport you to the other side of the St. Johns River, saving you substantial amount of time driving around this body of water.

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Bass World Lodge & Marina

    Backwater Bayou Fishing Hole

    Located so close to the St. Johns River that if you were any closer to it, you’d be swimming in it! For those anglers that are looking for no frills accommodations – whether those be from the confines of your own RV or 5th Wheel… or in the event that you need to rent a place for the night – then Bass World Lodge & Marina has you covered by offering up one of the 4-5 RV slots it has or by renting you one of its basic cabin rentals (up to 10 people can be accommodated). Fishing is coveted in these parts that will place you on the northernmost tip of Lake George in the very itty bitty enclave of Georgetown, which if you want to discover what Old Florida looks like, then just stop on by here for a spell.

    Given the weather conditions in this part of Central Florida, you can check-in to Bass World Lodge & Marina year-round and within minutes of getting set up, you’ll easily have access to the St. Johns in no time by leveraging one of 2 boathouses that sit adjacent to the property here. If you’ve got angling on your mind, you’ll have no problems casting for big- and small-mouth bass, crappie, channel catfish, pickerel, bluegill, lake trout, landlocked salmon, yellow perch, bluegill, panfish, northern pike and even American eel. While on the lake, you can enjoy all sorts of watersports like waterskiing, tubing, paddleboarding, kayaking, wakeboarding, canoeing, boating and even gator hunting (permit required).

    Amenities include: 2 individual boat houses, fish cleaning stations complete with running water, boat slips for rent, non-ethanol fuel, FHU’s offering water, sewage & electric, bait & tackle, community grills, makeshift car rim fire pits, fish cleaning stations, lakefront seats & benches, fishing pier, boat docking, boat rentals, scattered card tables, assorted dock seating and on-site market with souvenirs, cold beverages, beer, ice, snacks and all the fishing gear you can swing your fishing pole at. There’s even a guide you can hire here to show you around the nearby fishing holes.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) While brackish, somewhat darker-than-usual waters makes for just mediocre (at best) swimming accommodations, you’re in luck if coming here as nearby, there are gorgeous springs like Silver Springs, Juniper Springs and Alexander Springs, which all 3 will offer crystal-clear snorkeling and swimming options unlike you’ve ever experienced; (2) Because Georgetown is tiny, there’s barely any restaurant options, although we were able to find nearby a few really good spots like Idle Awhile for Cajun Fried Pickles & Blackened Haddock chased down by Rum Runners, Fatboy’s Saloon for Peel & Eat Shrimp, Hawg Burners with iced Tall Boys and Renegades on the River serving up Gator Tail and the best Shepherd’s Pie on the St. Johns – all within reach of a proper Tiki Bar where the Mai Tais pour freely; (3) This RV outpost on the St. Johns River has been up and running by the same family for 3 decades, so when it comes to knowledge of where to cast your line or how to get to a secluded area and away from the crowds, you can ask any one of the family here for some spartan tips and recommendations; (4) IMHO the best RV spots are those closest to the inside loop (#6 and #7), while if you are wanting to rent a cabin, I actually rate those a bit further away from the main office / riverfront, where it is quietest (#3 - #5); and (5) If you’ve come without a boat to get on the water, no worries, Bass World Lodge & Marina has you covered by offering up Pontoon and Bass Boat rentals, which at $175 - $315 per day is incredibly affordable.

    Happy Camping!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Silver Springs State Park Campground

    Beautiful campground

    Two days before travel were able to get 2 nights in a pull thru site w full hook up. Large sites with ample separation from your neighbors. I am a native Floridian and this is the real deal. This is a quiet park w a lot of nature. Good for a slow-paced break.

  • liz S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Suwannee River Bend RV Park

    Suwannee retreat

    Great RV Park with full hookups , on the suwannee with kayak and canoe rentals. Super nice shower room witha shampoo, conditioner and body wash dispenser available for free in each stall. A salt scrub exfoliator for your hands. Private docks some with deep water access. Different rates for each lot and extremely reasonable.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Santos Trailhead & Campground

    Van Camping

    Very nice small campground. Best asset is the access to hiking and biking. Miles of trails.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Trout Lake Primitive Sites

    Great spot

    Very narrow trails but really easy access, you will leave with some new pinstripes

  • Clean Slate D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park Campground & Cabins

    Wonderfully quiet State Park

    Nice hikes and birding abound! Amazing sunrises with the birds at the lakes. It's quiet, and the sites are relatively private. The volunteers are amazing, as are the Rangers that run the park. Highly recommend to get away from the city.


Guide to Micanopy

Camping near Micanopy, Florida, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do

  • Swimming and kayaking: At Ginnie Springs Outdoors, you can enjoy crystal-clear springs perfect for swimming. One reviewer mentioned, "This is clearly one of the best natural springs in all of Florida complete with 250 wooded acres of pure Florida wilderness."
  • Wildlife watching: Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground is a great spot for seeing wild horses and bison. A camper noted, "Quiet, lots of wildlife (wild horses, bison, alligators, deer, birds, turtles); plenty of hiking and biking trails."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park Campground & Cabins. One visitor shared, "There are so many places to walk to and bike ride to. The sites have nice spacing in the section we stayed at."

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Silver Springs State Park Campground stated, "The bath houses are very clean and if cold out nice hot heaters."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites with good spacing. A visitor at O'Leno State Park mentioned, "The sites were nice, forested, and reasonably spaced out."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One reviewer at Alexander Springs Recreation Area said, "Front desk staff are amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable."

What you should know

  • Limited cell service: Many campgrounds, like Manatee Springs State Park Campground, have poor cell reception. A camper noted, "No cell coverage period. You'll get 1 bar to tease you and think you can do something."
  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during busy weekends. A visitor at Salt Springs Recreation Area mentioned, "Loud and rowdy campers all weekend long—day and night."
  • Weather considerations: Be prepared for rain, as it can affect your camping experience. One camper at Juniper Springs Recreation Area said, "We enjoyed our stay even though it rained."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places like Rainbow Springs State Park Campground, which offers a nice swimming area. A reviewer said, "This secret little spot is the perfect escape into the jungle of Florida."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep kids entertained. One camper at Ginnie Springs Outdoors mentioned, "A perfect spot to camp and swim with your friends!!!"
  • Pack bug spray: Bugs can be a nuisance, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground advised, "BRING BUG SPRAY."

Tips from RVers

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park Campground & Cabins noted, "The site was HUGE! Lots of woods."
  • Look for amenities: Choose campgrounds with good facilities. One reviewer at Silver Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "Clean bathroom, washer/dryer, soda machine."
  • Be aware of road conditions: Some campgrounds have unpaved roads that can be rough. A visitor at O'Leno State Park said, "Unpaved roads with potholes that may not be bad at other times but we were there on a rainy day."

Camping around Micanopy, Florida, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Micanopy, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Micanopy, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 278 campgrounds and RV parks near Micanopy, FL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Micanopy, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Micanopy, FL is Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 33 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Micanopy, FL.

What parks are near Micanopy, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Micanopy, FL that allow camping, notably National Forests in Florida and Ocala National Forest.