RV parks around Oakland, Florida offer practical options for motorhomes of various sizes. The region sits at the northern edge of Central Florida's lake district, where elevations range from 64 to 106 feet above sea level with moderate humidity year-round. Most campgrounds maintain stable ground conditions even during Florida's rainy season (May-October) with concrete pads available at premium sites throughout the area.
What to do
Biking trails near Winter Garden: Winter Garden RV Resort provides convenient access to regional trails. "We biked to the trail head for the West Orange rails to trail which is located downtown @ 3 miles from campground. This rail to trail is 22 miles long and can be extended another 9 miles....if you link to South Lake Trail," notes one visitor at Winter Garden RV Resort.
Golf opportunities: RV travelers seeking golf have dedicated options. "If you're a golfer, you're in luck as there are a ton of golf courses near Bee's with Clerbrook Golf course located just across the street," reports a camper about the Bee's RV Resort area. Many parks incorporate golf amenities directly into their facilities.
Local attractions beyond theme parks: "Downtown Winter Garden with its charming downtown with cute shops and restaurants" provides alternatives to major theme parks according to a Winter Garden visitor. For those exploring smaller towns, "Mount Dora and down town Eustis are beautiful," adds a Southern Palms guest.
What campers like
Corner sites with extra space: RV campers consistently mention corner locations as preferred spots. "Large corner site which was nice. Good stores and restaurants close by," shares one visitor at Encore Clerbrook, with similar feedback about spacious corner positioning at multiple parks.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Natural elements enhance stays at several parks. At Thousand Trails Orlando, campers report seeing "Alligators, Sand Hill Cranes, Tortoises" and other wildlife. One guest noted: "Plenty of deer to watch throughout the day" at Tropical Palms, providing natural encounters within developed RV environments.
Alternative accommodations: Beyond standard RV sites, options include small homes and cottages. "The cabin was very clean & spacious. Staff were friendly & helpful. Very convenient to shopping & restaurants," reports a visitor at Encore Tropical Palms, which maintains rental cabins alongside traditional camping sites.
What you should know
Water pressure and electrical capacity vary: Some parks experience infrastructure challenges during peak usage periods. "This place has just about everything you could be looking for... but the water pressure can be quite low during busy weekends," notes a visitor about peak season conditions.
Layout differences between sections: Many parks feature distinct camping zones with varying amenities. At Thousand Trails Orlando, "A- Lots of pull throughs, B- Giant Field where the kids play, D- Jungle, Secluded, Private, also with snakes but a lot more shade," providing options based on preference and equipment.
Noise considerations: Traffic sounds affect some campgrounds. "Road noise was heard during the day but late in the evening things quieted down nicely," reports a Southern Palms guest, with similar observations at other parks located near major highways.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access timing: Family campers should note seasonal pool schedules. "The pool is small for the size campground but nice," mentions one Tropical Palms visitor, while another adds "kids love the ability to ride their Bikes around the campground and love the pool." Most park pools maintain consistent hours year-round, unlike northern facilities.
Playground access limitations: During certain periods, amenities may have restrictions. "No playground access, no group campfires, no activities, and only 1 of the 2 pools are open with limited hours and capacity," reported one family during their stay at Winter Garden RV Resort during COVID restrictions, showing the importance of checking current amenity status.
Kid-friendly features vary significantly: Children's amenities differ across parks. Thousand Trails Orlando offers "Kids play room and play area, Arcade" while Encore Sherwood Forest includes "mini-golf, basketball, dog park" for families with varied interests and pets.
Tips from RVers
Cell service considerations: Connectivity varies by location and provider. "Very good T-Mobile service" contrasts with "Bad Verizon signal in our site and in and around the resort" at Sherwood Forest, showing the importance of bringing multiple connectivity options.
Site surface preparation: RVers note significant differences in site foundations. At Encore Sherwood Forest, a visitor reported: "Except for the few concrete pads up front, all the sites are on grass. 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."
Leveling requirements: Varied terrain affects setup ease. "We had the cheapest type of spot (so, gravel, back-in), but with some skillful angling didn't need to work at leveling," notes a camper at Encore Lake Magic, showing how technique can overcome site limitations in local rv parks near Oakland, Florida.