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The Durant, Florida area encompasses several established campgrounds with varying amenities and natural settings. Hillsborough River State Park Campground, located approximately 15 miles north of Durant, provides full-service camping with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. Nearby Alafia River State Park offers similar options with access to mountain biking trails and water recreation. The region includes both state park facilities and county-managed recreation areas such as Edward Medard Park and Lithia Springs Conservation Park, creating a diverse camping landscape across central Florida's subtropical environment.
Road conditions throughout the camping areas remain generally good, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads. Summer humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms characterize the region's climate from June through September. "We saw sting rays, a baby turtle, many different birds and other wildlife within 5 minutes of parking the boat," noted one visitor about Shell Key Preserve, highlighting the rich biodiversity campers might encounter. Reservations are strongly recommended for developed campgrounds, particularly during winter months (November-April) when seasonal visitors increase demand for campsites. Most established campgrounds in the area maintain year-round operations, though primitive sites may experience seasonal closures due to flooding, especially after heavy rainfall periods.
Campers report high satisfaction with waterfront sites at Little Manatee River State Park and Fort De Soto Campground, where paddling opportunities abound. The natural vegetation between campsites at many locations provides privacy despite relatively close spacing. A camper described Fort De Soto as having sites where "they did a great job at keeping a lot of natural growth to maintain privacy and a true tropical feel." Wildlife viewing represents a significant draw, with visitors frequently mentioning encounters with manatees, dolphins, and various bird species. Primitive camping options exist within the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve, offering a more secluded experience for those willing to hike to their campsite. Most developed campgrounds feature clean restroom facilities, though shower amenities vary considerably between locations.
"Then exit 7 to Highway 301 north about 10 miles to the campground. The way in which the state park and campground are set up is easy too."
"This was my first time at a campground in Florida! I was surrounded by beautiful wildlife (alligators, birds, and even a wild boar). The hiking trails were perfect for a beginner or a regular hiker."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Widely known in Florida for the mountain bike trails. Not much else to do in the area, but very nice space to chill out. The night sky is far enough away that you can really take in the stars."
"For Florida this is a great campsite especially for me because it's so close overall a great place for any activity"
from $22 / night
Check Availability"Camping is first come first serve but gives you access to the park after hours. Camp sites are bit close to one another but overall amazing experience."
"Very pretty and wooded for Florida. Great to bike around and see everything. Neat to see gators. Will definitely go back."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."
"Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"Lithia Springs Conservation Park is a hidden gem for camping in Florida. The campground is clean, well-maintained, and tucked away in a peaceful natural setting."
"Canoe and Kyak launch is easily accessible to enjoy the calm waters of the Alafia River. Restrooms and showers were clean and plentiful around the grounds. We will definitely be back."
"We were less than an hour away from home at Lazydays RV Resort and it felt like we were on the other side of the planet. Got to spend uninterrupted time with my bride and it was awesome."
"Great location just outside Tampa, Fl. Wonderful facilities and friendly staff. nearby RV dealership is largest in America with huge service department and camping/RV store."
from $61 - $83 / night
Check Availability"A lot of walking trails for people and horses. A surprise was the amphitheater. Washers and dryers are located outside the bathrooms. Friendly hosts and other campers. Would came again."
"This campsite is right outside of Little Manatee River State Park. I even missed the entrance and went to Little Manatee because I missed the turn."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"Super clean campsites and great easy trail out to the site. Very safe area. The rangers made sure there was plenty of fire wood in the wooden hut."
"This location is utterly beautiful! So many different environments can be seen just walking the trials."
"As an camper with northern roots, I have found it hard to camp in Florida. This campground helped me relieve those worries. I will start by saying that this campground is south of St."
"Nice walking/bicycle path around the edge. Bike paths also throughout the park. Sites 1-8 or so have direct beach access, but swimming is not allowed. Mangroves surround the rest of the peninsula."
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Check Availability"Nearly every campsite is right on the water - easy in and out for kayaks, large boat ramp and many picnic pavilions."
"Close to the boatramp. Raccoons can be annoying. Has picnic pavilions and several fishing docks"
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GuideTook the littles (ages 5 &4) for their first tent camping trip - had a blast once they learned what s’mores were all about! Decent space, warm days and unusually cool nights.
GuideGreat views! Most sites have water-access backyards. Gravel pads are long enough and grassy area behind them goes to waters edge. Room for kiddos to play and adults to wade fish for seatrout on the flats
GuideGreat lil place. Nice private bathrooms, mini splits in these and in tent, comfortable for family of 5. Fun turf play area near main office. Shark tooth sifting, trail hike, but the bank river fishing was tough. Owner/manager was a jack of all trades, very helpful and did it all.
GuideGreat little spot. Seemed to rain every 5 minutes where they had to shut everything down but had good contingency plans. Golf carts galore with some sites a little more rowdy than the next, but plenty of room. Kids loved the pools and crafts, adults loved the tiki bars and live music.
Scoutthis place is nice they have their own private island can go fishing over there with no license nice Pier to walk across take your dog there and enjoy on the river
ScoutI have been trying for weeks to get someone to answer the phone. Numerous requests for a call back have got me nowhere!!!
ScoutThe host Nor treated me like trash. He mandates you leave a lock off of your hitch so he can move your Rv around as needed. Mind you I was going to be paying for a reserved spot on the property paying a monthly rate. When I inquired more about their policy to see if they damaged my Rv while moving it would it be covered by them for the repairs of damages. My reservation was then automatically canceled for no reason and Nor only gave me a partial refund for my booking. He is very rude and unprofessional. There are also other reviews in the neighbor app stating damages happened while moving someone's rv and he refused to take accountability or finance the repairs for that customer. Hints the reason I was wanting clarification on the matter. Instead of providing it he decided to cancel my reservation and tried to beat me out of my deposit. Dont bring your RV here for storage it is a huge risk!
ScoutGood clean site.
GuideNice state park. Plenty of lakes, but also plenty of gators at this time; hatching season. Wide open space, great roads. Not all sites have sewer hookups, it’s worth finding out which one before booking, if it is important for you. Even glamping tents and cabins are available, cabins are right next to the lake. Swimming area at Lake Louisa has a playground with swings and even a beach/swimming area, but that seems awfully dangerous, given the noises the gators make about 30 feet away. Unfortunately there is not a lot of things to do near the state park if one wants to do anything outside of camping, at least not a lot I could find, maybe you are better at that. Apparently it is very popular with bikers and triathletes, I have seen at least 10 today, using the great roads.
Camping near Durant, Florida offers several natural springs and riverside camping options within a short drive. The region sits on former phosphate mining land that has been reclaimed as recreation areas, with elevations ranging from 40-120 feet above sea level. Winter temperatures typically range from 50-75°F, creating comfortable camping conditions from November through March when mosquito activity decreases.
Paddle through class II rapids: Hillsborough River State Park features Florida's only class II rapids, accessible for kayakers of varying skill levels. "The only class 2 rapids in Florida. Pretty wild," notes Joe R. from Hillsborough River State Park Campground.
Mountain biking trails: Alafia River State Park maintains extensive trail systems specifically designed for mountain biking enthusiasts. "This park is close to home for me, I come here often for the Mountain Biking and the awesome humans. The facilities are clean and the MTB trails are constantly changing so we are never bored here," explains Jennifer T. from Alafia River State Park Campground.
Spring swimming: Lithia Springs Conservation Park offers natural spring swimming for a small fee. "Nice spring to swim in for 2.00 a person. Most campsites are very shaded. Bathhouse are clean. Has dumpstations," shares Nate D.
Waterfront access: Sites along Little Manatee River provide direct water views and wildlife watching opportunities. "Camped in site 11. Absolutely beautiful and peaceful," reports Jill K. from Little Manatee River State Park Campground.
Privacy between sites: Fort De Soto maintains natural vegetation barriers. "They did a great job at keeping a lot of natural growth to maintain privacy and a true tropical feel," notes Joe R. from Fort De Soto Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The waterways around Durant support diverse wildlife populations. "We saw raccoons, dolphin, manatee, tons of tons of Birds!" shares Brennan H. about Fort De Soto Campground.
Mosquito activity: Insect repellent is essential, particularly during warmer months. "Bring plenty of bugspray, the mosquitoes here are big enough to carry away a small dog," warns Jake H. about Hillsborough River State Park.
First-come-first-served options: Some county parks don't accept reservations. "Camping is first come first serve but gives you access to the park after hours. Camp sites are bit close to one another but overall amazing experience," explains Hampton B. about Edward Medard Park.
Limited shade at some locations: Alafia River State Park has minimal tree cover. "Sites and facilities are nice and clean. Sites were decent size. Good for RVs and tents. However, sites are not shaded at all," reports AJ G.
Swimming options: Multiple parks feature swimming areas for children. "The spring area so nice the sound of the breeze through the trees, just wow!" shares holy O. about Lithia Springs Conservation Park.
Playground facilities: Fort De Soto offers family-friendly recreational areas. "There is a playground with good swings and also a sturdy playground that offered plenty of opportunity for my four year old to blow off some steam. The ground is all recycled rubber, which I love as a parent."
Primitive camping for first-timers: Alderman's Ford Conservation Park Primitive Campground provides an introduction to basic camping. "I stayed with 3 adults and 3 children under the age of 8. We stayed two night in 40 degree weather. This is a great place for families wanting to start out primitive camping!" recommends Katelynn L.
Water pressure considerations: Some parks have strong water pressure requiring regulators. "Water pressure was above 60 psi, so we needed a reducer," notes MickandKarla W. about Lazydays RV Resort.
Dump station access: Most developed campgrounds maintain dump stations, but locations vary. "Clean dump station. Natural trees providing privacy between lots," mentions Patti D. about Little Manatee River State Park.
Site size variations: Edward Medard Park accommodates various RV sizes. "Camping area is clean and well spaced where we were. The chickens crow all night long just an fyi if you stay here," advises Nate D.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Durant, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Durant, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 329 campgrounds and RV parks near Durant, FL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Durant, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Durant, FL is Hillsborough River State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 64 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Durant, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Durant, FL.
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