RV camping options near Oviedo, Florida provide convenient access to Central Florida attractions while offering varied camping experiences within 30 miles of the city. The subtropical climate creates year-round camping conditions with temperatures regularly reaching the 90s during summer months and mild winters with occasional cold fronts. Most campgrounds in the region sit at elevations between 40-80 feet above sea level across gently rolling terrain.
What to do
Visit historical sites: Near Christmas RV Park, campers can explore Fort Christmas, a historical attraction. "Went in December the residence had golf cart Christmas parade, went to nearby Fort Christmas. Very nice and relaxing," notes one visitor.
Enjoy downtown areas: Winter Garden offers small-town charm accessible from nearby campgrounds. "We walked to downtown Winter Garden and love the small town. We go back even when at other parks in the area," shares one camper who stayed at Winter Garden RV Resort.
Use nearby bike trails: The West Orange Trail provides excellent biking opportunities. "Our favorite activity is biking 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," reports a visitor at Winter Garden.
Go golfing: Encore Clerbrook offers on-site golfing with the first 9 holes complimentary with a visit to the Pro Shop. "The golf course looks nice and adds to making park look better!" mentions one camper.
What campers like
Swimming options: The spring-fed swimming area at Wekiva Falls RV Resort provides natural water recreation. "The main attraction was the swimming pool/spring in the center. Concrete borders surrounded it and there was a grassy hill to sun on or chairs to relax in too. It had a center island with a slide and fountain to play in," reports one visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Many parks offer nature observation opportunities. "Plenty of deer to watch throughout the day," notes a camper who stayed at Tropical Palms Resort.
Recreation facilities: Campgrounds typically provide multiple recreational amenities. "Nice pool, well kept mini golf, and convenient to shopping and entertainment, including Disney, Sea World, and Universal," states a camper at Tropical Palms Resort.
Location convenience: Proximity to attractions matters to many campers. "The park is quiet the neighbors are cool and there's even security for that added sense of safety. It's close to many restaurants and grocery stores and even Disney," reports a visitor at Sherwood Forest RV Resort.
What you should know
Site conditions vary: Many campgrounds have mixed site quality. At Sherwood Forest, one camper observed, "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."
Highway noise: Some parks have noise issues due to proximity to major roadways. "I'm not sure if it's just our location in the campsite, but we are located where the freeway is unfortunately very close which makes it hard to sleep with the amount of traffic all through the night," notes a camper at Ponderosa RV Park.
Seasonal considerations: Winter sees an influx of seasonal residents. "We stayed a week with our Thousand Trails affiliate plan. We were surrounded by empty sites which was probably due to the pandemic," mentions a Southern Palms RV Resort visitor, highlighting how occupancy fluctuates seasonally.
Utility limitations: Power constraints can affect campers with multiple appliances. "We kept tripping the 30A breaker with AC on and a hot plate or microwave," reports a visitor at Winter Garden RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly activities: Some parks offer better facilities for children. "The kids enjoyed ice cream, the bike trail, and the splash pad, all while the parents enjoyed the brewing company and coffee shop (Axum)," shares a family who visited Winter Garden.
Consider tent camping options carefully: Not all RV parks accommodate tent camping. "I booked this for a first time car camping with my 4 year old. The tent spots are ok just placed on corner spots with traffic. The spot I got was close to restroom with kids is a must if you don't have other options," explains a tent camper at Sherwood Forest RV Resort.
Bring water toys: Springs and pools provide cooling recreation. "The springs are one of my favorite day getaways! There are beautiful walking trails, beautiful and refreshing cool springs, kayak rentals for $20. There are also some small caves there for anyone who free dives or snorkels," notes a Wekiva Falls visitor.
Check bathroom proximity: Having restrooms nearby helps with children. "Front people were nice and tried to help. Got rained out of my check out time. Had to extend check out," mentions a tent camper, highlighting the importance of staff flexibility when camping with children.
Tips from RVers
Check laundry options: Laundry facilities vary between parks. "Laundry is more pricy than any other but they take card so it's nice not having to get cash or quarters every time," notes a visitor at Southern Palms RV Resort.
Request specific sites: Strategic site selection improves experience. "Don't like being towered the front of the park right next to the road. Love to be in the back where all the shady trees are," advises a camper at Southern Palms.
Consider concrete pads: During rainy periods, paved sites provide advantages. "I would come back here again but only to a spot with a concrete pad," recommends a Sherwood Forest visitor after experiencing muddy conditions.
Check-in procedures vary: Some parks offer helpful arrival services. "One thing that separates them from the other campgrounds is the unique style they have of getting you to your spot. You follow a person to your spot and they then stretch a rope for you to back along to make sure you're at the farthest from one side," explains a Southern Palms camper.
