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Best Campgrounds near Mims, FL

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CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Campgrounds near Mims, Florida cater primarily to RV enthusiasts, though several locations accommodate tent camping and cabin stays. Cape Kennedy RV Resort in central Mims provides 168 sites with concrete pads, electric hookups, and shower facilities, while Crystal Lake RV Park offers lakeside recreation with paddle boats and bicycles available for rent. The area features a mix of commercial RV parks and county-operated facilities, with most locations situated along the I-95 corridor providing convenient access to Kennedy Space Center, approximately 15-20 miles south of Mims.

Weather patterns significantly impact the camping experience in this coastal Florida region, with hurricane season (June through November) requiring particular attention to forecasts and potential evacuation plans. Many RV parks remain open year-round, offering snowbirds and seasonal travelers consistent access during winter months when temperatures remain mild. One camper noted that "despite being next to one of the busiest interstate highways in the country, the place is completely surrounded by greenery, so some of the noise pollution spilling over from the highway is absorbed by all the lush vegetation." Most established campgrounds provide full hookups including 50-amp electrical service, water connections, and sewer facilities, though primitive options exist at conservation areas like Seminole Ranch where amenities are limited to fire rings and non-potable water pumps.

Proximity to the Kennedy Space Center and rocket launch viewing represents a significant draw for campers in the Mims area. Several reviewers specifically mentioned enjoying rocket launches from their campsites, with one visitor sharing that they "stayed for the night to watch the SpaceX rocket launch. Great view as soon as it cleared the trees." Beyond space-related attractions, the region provides access to diverse natural areas including Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Mosquito Lagoon, and Canaveral National Seashore. Waterfront camping options range from established facilities at Manatee Hammock Campground in nearby Titusville to more primitive setups at Indian Mound Fish Camp in Oak Hill. Visitors should note that commercial RV parks in the area vary considerably in quality, with some reviews indicating older facilities with maintenance issues while others highlight well-maintained concrete pads and resort-style amenities including swimming pools and organized activities.

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Best Camping Sites Near Mims, Florida (150)

    1. Manatee Hammock Campground

    38 Reviews
    Sharpes, FL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 264-5083

    $28 - $39 / night

    "The downside it has is only loud noises at night from the highway racers or train that goes about 7 to 9 times per night and not having a playground for the kids but they have a pier that you can walk"

    "We checked in around midnight and they had security at the gate that just kept an eye on things."

    2. Cape Kennedy RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Mims, FL
    3 miles
    Website

    $77 / night

    "Campers next to us pulled in after dark and stayed up partying til after 1am. Overall good camp ground- older facilities but they were clean."

    "Close to I-95 and 15 miles Kennedy Space Center. Clean facilities and courteous management. very nice level concrete pull throug sites"

    3. Crystal Lake RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Oak Hill, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 268-8555

    "Fun close to home getaway to enjoy the outdoors."

    "Did a drive by on my way from south to central Fl to put some things into storage . Can’t wait to come stay ! Looks peaceful"

    CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

    4. Seasons In The Sun RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Mims, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 385-0440

    $65 / night

    5. Indian Mound Fish Camp

    8 Reviews
    Oak Hill, FL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (386) 345-9845

    $68 / night

    "was pleasantly surprised to find Indian Mound Fish Camp offered all of these elements, so If you’ve got an RV, camper en tow or looking for a ready-made cabin on the water, then this particular RV location"

    "It not very big, but gives great access to good fishing and fun family times. This has been the rainy season this trip, but mornings until 12pm, the weather is great."

    6. Jetty Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Cape Canaveral, FL
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 783-7111

    $24 - $100 / night

    "Love that the beach is only steps away. White sand, beautiful!1 Nice Jetty and multiple restaurants close by. Staff very friendly. Bathrooms are ok. One of my favorite campgrounds."

    "Breakfast/lunch place, a restaurant with bar within walking distance. Bathrooms are basic but clean. Staff is wonderful. You can see space launches, close to KSC, beach, jetty. Spectacular."

    7. Lake Mills Park

    10 Reviews
    Oviedo, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (407) 665-2180

    "As a camper that often camps alone, I loved that the park gate closes and locks at night (with a code for campers to exit and enter) and the campground itself has a gate that is always locked as do the"

    "There is a centrally located bathroom and shower, with a convenient large exterior sink. The park provided plenty of daytime entertainment for our kids; awesome playground, fishing, volleyball, etc."

    CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

    8. East Camp — Little Big Econ State Forest

    8 Reviews
    Oviedo, FL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (407) 971-3500

    "It is close by, has numerous trail heads, and offers a wide variety of outdoor activity activities."

    "You could spend an entire day just getting lost around the trails. So much fun. Not a very difficult trial though. There are lots of little waterways so mosquitoes do get bad on extra humid days."

    9. Indian River RV Park

    1 Review
    Titusville, FL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 267-3562

    10. The Great Outdoors RV, Nature & Golf Resort

    2 Reviews
    Titusville, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (321) 269-5004
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  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 30, 2025

    Manatee Hammock Campground

    Great location....but major issues

    We were scheduled to spend two nights here with our 32 foot motorhome. The campground itself is nice, however the spots are pretty close together and not private. The campground is close to train tracks, which I did not know when booking. It woke me up at 4 am, then two or three more times before I finally gave up. The horn from the train is so loud that it woke me from a deep sleep. It is so loud we left and hit the road before our second night as we will all sleep better at a Cracker Barrel a couple hours down the road. Also, we had booked 119, a site far towards tge front, however, more private and away from activity. When we came to check in, we were told there were electrical issues and they had to move us. They moved us right next to the pickle ball courts, which is a very active area of the campground. Due to having an extremely anxious dog, I asked for something more out of the way. We were told there was nothing available (there was an entire row without campers). After we checked in and set up, we drove out of the campground and what do you know, 119 has a camper set up including electric! I was furious as my dog really struggles with our site in such a popular area. We went in and asked the office person about this, the same person who checked us in. She didnt remember us or the situation, had to look it up. We mentioned we dont appreciate being lied to as we were lied to, there were no electrical issues on the site as that camper was there and hooked up before we finished our set up. She became rude. I asked for a partial refund and she refused, called my husband a liar. We will never stay here again. Integrity isnt hard. We would have accepted the truth, whatever that was, but we were lied to. amp store minimum. Dog park area is only one fence, not two separate areas, so unusable for us with anxious and reactive dogs as there is always a dog in there. The bathrooms are always dirty from sand being tracked in, which is gross.

  • M
    Dec. 24, 2025

    Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

    Beautiful park but rude employees

    The park is beautiful and well kept but the staff is so rude and the pool is always closed. We had a bad pedestal but no one came out to fix it when we call multiple times about it. Site 18 was level and easy to back into but too close to other campers.

  • Tammy G.
    Dec. 8, 2025

    Manatee Hammock Campground

    Great place!

    We camped in our truck bed tent for Thanksgiving weekend. Great site. Crowded but doable. Water and power hook up. Friendly campers. We will definitely stay here again.

  • Amelia A.
    Dec. 6, 2025

    Lake Mills Park

    Tent camping

    Great spot. Quiet. Affordable. Nice park . Big lake.

  • N
    Nov. 30, 2025

    Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

    Love the campground

    We stayed here for two weeks and loved it. The staff were wonderful and everything was clean. Our one issue was that a lot of campers do not respect the quiet time hours, and disney does not enforce it. You will have golf carts far past 11pm just cruising around the loops going very fast and playing loud music. Otherwise was great.

  • Emily A.
    Nov. 25, 2025

    Lake Mills Park

    Very enjoyable and secure

    I really enjoyed this campground one because the walking trails and boardwalk are very nice as is the lake. My favorite thing however, was the gate with secure code that changes every day, and the fact that the bathrooms were also locked by a secure code. The bathrooms were nice and I liked that people couldn’t just come in to the park at just any time. This is appreciated as a solo camper.

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 24, 2025

    Manatee Hammock Campground

    Great place to relax and see launches

    Nice campground, nothing fancy but nice. Right on the river across from the space center. Some sites are a little close I stayed in 71.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 24, 2025

    Kelly Park Campground

    Great Hiking and Ammenities

    Kelly Park Campground was overall very good. Amenities were solid. Multiple showers in the bath house, accessible water at each lot, a pavement slab and individual electricity hookup for each lot. I wish the lot sizes were a touch larger, but no real issue there. The views and natural blue springs along the hiking trails were awesome. Great to take a dip if it is hot or just spectacular views and photo opps. Bonus is the campgrounds were only a short 10-12 min drive to a really cool music venue, Apopka Amphitheatre. While they don't have a ton of acts come through there, the last time I visited I saw a couple of prominent bands, so you can definitely make a neat trip out of camping and seeing a show if that is your thing (it is for me :) 

    I will definitely come back here for camping, hiking or even just a day out with the family as there is tons to do in the park, springs, etc.

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

    Bennett Field Group Camp — Tiger Bay State Forest

    Where Roughing It Meets Room for the Whole Crew

    If you’ve ever thought, "I love camping, but wouldn’t it be fun to bring along 40 of my closest friends?” then Bennett Field Group Camp in Tiger Bay State Forest is your jackpot. This is no dainty, couple’s hideaway. Nope, it’s a big, open field tucked under the pines where your scout troop, church group or family reunion can spread out and see who snores loudest at night. The atmosphere here is pure 'back-to-basics,’ but with just enough orderliness to keep it from feeling like you’re re-creating 'Lord of the Flies' (and if you don't know this reference, you need to go to Amazon right now and have this book sent to you - it will open your world).

    Facilities are rustic yet practical – think of it as camping with training wheels. There are picnic tables, grills and a giant fire ring where ghost stories practically tell themselves. No water or electric hookups at the sites, so RVs and glampers might feel like they’ve been tricked into a survival challenge. But if you’re rocking tents, hammocks or an old-school camper, you’ll be just fine. Restroom facilities are on the primitive (nearly caveman) side – but trust me, it's better than a shovel and a prayer, but not spa-level, so bring your hand sanitizer and a sense of humor. Pets are welcome, but fair warning: they’ll come home smelling like pine needles and campfire.

    The real treat here is Tiger Bay’s 30,000 acres of pine needle wilderness just beyond camp. Hiking trails thread through longleaf pine, palmetto flats and hidden ponds where herons stalk like feathery ninjas. Bikers can hit the sandy forest roads and if you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of deer, turkeys or the occasional black bear giving you the ‘you don’t belong here’ side-eye. And being so close to Daytona, you can swap the forest’s symphony of crickets and symphony of frogs for NASCAR’s roar within a 20-minute drive.

    Insider Tips? Sure, here’s a handful: (1) If you’re camping with a large group, snag the shady perimeter spots – less dew in the morning and fewer pinecones bonking you on the head; (2) For grub, head to Daytona’s Caribbean Jack’s on the marina where you'll gnosh on great seafood, fruity drinks and live music that makes you forget you’re only half-clean from the woods; (3) Kayakers should paddle the nearby Tomoka River as it’s calm, scenic and full of birdlife that will happily ignore your paddling form; and (4) Forgot half your gear? Don’t sweat it as the Bass Pro Shop over in Daytona, which is just a stone's throw from this particular CG has everything from tents to marshmallow roasters, and you’ll probably leave with three things you didn’t need but had to have; and (4) In case you need to load up on low-cost fuel, there's the Costco that's located just behind the Bass Pro Shop, so you can not only load up on supplies, but load up on cheap fuel too.

    Happy Camping!

Guide to Mims

Campsites near Mims, Florida offer visitors prime viewing locations for rocket launches and access to diverse natural areas. The region sits between the Indian River to the east and I-95 to the west, with camping options scattered along this corridor at elevations just a few feet above sea level. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter provides mild days typically ranging from 60-75°F.

What to do

Wildlife viewing at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge: Located approximately 20 minutes from Mims camping areas, the refuge offers designated wildlife trails. At Little Big Econ State Forest, campers can enjoy "tons of trails, and interesting wildlife" with primitive camping sites right along the Econlockhatchee River.

Watch rocket launches: Many camping areas provide excellent viewing points for Cape Canaveral launches. At Cape Kennedy RV Resort, a camper shared that they got a "Great view as soon as it cleared the trees" during a SpaceX rocket launch. The resort's location in central Mims provides convenient access to launch viewing.

Fishing opportunities: Several campsites offer direct water access for fishing. At Indian Mound Fish Camp, visitors can spend "an afternoon on the deck with a beverage. There will likely be some folks fishing, and there's a good chance you'll see Dolphin, and maybe Manatee." The camp provides a lighted fishing pier and is situated directly on Mosquito Lagoon.

What campers like

Waterfront views: Camping with water views ranks high among visitor preferences. At Manatee Hammock Campground, sites "51, 13, 65-69, 169, 170" offer particularly good "beautiful water views," making it popular despite its compact 26-acre size.

Dog-friendly facilities: Many campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated areas. Manatee Hammock Campground features "a large fenced Dog Park on the riverfront," while campers note the park is "very dog friendly."

Convenient location: Proximity to attractions without long drives appeals to many visitors. One camper at Little Big Econ State Forest appreciated that it's "close by, has numerous trail heads, and offers a wide variety of outdoor activities" within easy reach of populated areas.

What you should know

Noise considerations: Railroad tracks and highways create ambient noise at some locations. At Manatee Hammock, visitors should expect "freight train noise every night in the early morning hours and traffic noise, specially with campsites near the busy US-1." Selecting interior sites can minimize these disturbances.

Site selection matters: Quality varies considerably between sites even within the same campground. At Jetty Park Campground, a camper noted, "The sites 100-144 aren't as shady. The red knot circle is the most shady," highlighting the importance of researching specific site locations when booking.

Wi-Fi availability varies: Internet access is inconsistent across campgrounds. At Indian Mound Fish Camp, "the wifi's not good," while at Cape Kennedy RV Resort, campers report splitting the park into sections with varying quality: "The west side has nice wide concrete sites, the east side is on dirt and gravel and not so nice."

Tips for camping with families

Swimming options: Crystal Lake RV Park maintains a "community pool" in "pretty good shape" according to visitor reviews, and also offers paddleboat rentals and bicycle rentals that families can enjoy on the 3-acre lake.

Playground access: Some campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. Jetty Park Campground provides a "playground" on site, while Cape Kennedy RV Resort has a pool and playground mentioned by several reviewers.

Budget-friendly stays: For families watching costs, Manatee Hammock offers "Decent rates, full hook ups, great location" with one visitor noting they "Paid 55$ for full hook-up" even for a last-minute January booking.

Tips from RVers

Site surface considerations: RV sites vary from concrete pads to sand/dirt surfaces. At The Great Outdoors RV Resort, sites feature "concrete pads" while some visitors at Cape Kennedy RV Resort specifically recommend paying the "$30 add on" for site selection to ensure you get one of the "nice wide concrete sites" on the west side.

Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have tight interior roads. At Indian Mound Fish Camp, RVers should prepare for "multi point turns to navigate the park" as "the sites are a little narrow" despite accommodating larger rigs.

Long-term options: Several campgrounds accommodate extended stays. The Great Outdoors RV Resort has "over 3K acres of natural areas" with amenities like "a golf course, 2 pools, 2 restaurants" making it suitable for seasonal visitors looking for more permanent arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What campgrounds are available in Mims, Florida?

Mims, Florida and the surrounding area offer several camping options. Cape Kennedy RV Resort is located near Mims and provides drive-in access with reservable sites, water hookups, and toilets. It's also big-rig friendly. Another nearby option is Seasons In The Sun RV Resort, which offers similar amenities. Just a short drive away in Titusville, you'll find convenient overnight parking at Cracker Barrel — Titusville, which makes for a good stopping point when traveling along the I-95 corridor.

Are there RV parks with full hookups in Mims?

Yes, there are RV parks with full hookups in and around Mims. The Great Outdoors RV, Nature & Golf Resort near Titusville offers full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. Indian River RV Park is another option in the vicinity that provides full hookup capabilities for RVs. These parks are well-equipped for larger rigs and offer the amenities needed for comfortable extended stays, making them popular choices for RVers visiting the Mims area.

What camping is available near Mims, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Mims, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 150 campgrounds and RV parks near Mims, FL and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Mims, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mims, FL is Manatee Hammock Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 38 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Mims, FL.

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