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    Fisheating Creek Campground welcomes campers with pets across tent sites, RV sites, and cabins throughout the year. Dogs are permitted on leashes with owners responsible for waste cleanup and keeping noise to a minimum. The campground features full hookups, spacious sites for pet exercise, and a river where numerous visitors report seeing wildlife while hiking and paddling with pets. Some reviewers mention the tent sites along the riverbank provide more secluded spots for camping with dogs compared to the open RV field. The proximity to water means campers should remain vigilant with pets due to frequent alligator sightings.

    The trail system accessible from the campground offers multiple pet exercise options, including a loop walking trail that begins in the campground with partial boardwalk sections. Visitors note that dogs should remain leashed on trails due to wildlife encounters, particularly alligators frequently seen along Fisheating Creek during kayak excursions. Moore Haven KOA and The Glades RV Resort also accommodate pets in their cabins and RV sites, providing additional options within 20 miles. Weather considerations include intense mosquito activity at sunset, particularly near the water, and hot temperatures requiring shaded relief for dogs during summer months. Paddlers often report spotting over 100 alligators during creek excursions, making pet supervision essential when near waterways.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Palmdale (135)

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      1. Fisheating Creek Campground

      4.3(20)0mi from PalmdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "I have found young people from this area of Florida extraordinarily polite and respectful."

      "A very beautiful place to see natural Florida. Lots of camping spots for both tents and RV's. They even have a floating cabin. Good facilities, great staff, hiking, biking and swimming."

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      2. Ortona South

      4.6(21)11mi from Palmdale51 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Dog friendly I haven't tried the bathroom yet but I'm sure they're clean. You can hear the cows next door lol pet friendly I have my dog and my ferrets with me."

      "Long entrance road to get in which we took advantage of to run and bike. It ends at the highway though so did not bike further. Nice biking/walking path out of the back of the park near the dumpster."

      from $30 - $35 / night

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      3. Moore Haven KOA

      2.0(3)9mi from PalmdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $75 - $100 / night

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      4. Meadowlark Shores RV Resort

      3.0(1)10mi from PalmdaleRVs

      from $45 / night

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      5. North Lake Estates RV Resort, A Sun RV Resort

      5.0(1)14mi from PalmdaleRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      6. Spot On The River

      5.0(1)14mi from Palmdale1 siteRVs

      from $50 - $200 / night

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      7. W.P. Franklin N

      4.6(18)28mi from Palmdale38 sitesRVs, Tents

      "**WP Franklin Campground, Alva, Florida."

      "The mosquitos are a bit much and I live in South Florida, so if I’m complaining they are out in full force in this campground, which makes it hard to sit outside at night."

      from $30 - $35 / night

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      8. La Belle Woods Resort

      3.0(2)15mi from PalmdaleRVs, Cabins

      "We spent the winter here after usually being near the beach. It was a fun place to be to experience a different ambience."

      from $95 / night

      9. Twin Palms Resort

      4.0(2)17mi from Palmdale33 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      10. Grandmas Grove RV Park

      4.5(2)17mi from PalmdaleRVs, Tents
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    • Steven A.
      Nov. 28, 2023

      Lake Josephine RV Resort

      Top Notch Accommodations

      This place has everything you would need to enjoy your trip. Showers, laundry, dog park, game room etc. Nice fishing lake at the site.

    • V
      Mar. 8, 2020

      Encore Fort Myers Beach

      Cozy campground!

      Nice clean TT Encore park. Clean laundry facilities, nice clean dog park with a bench, perfect for the smaller dogs. Super tight, awning to awning. That's the only reason I dropped a star. But it's easy to make friends here, that's for sure!

    • c
      Jan. 28, 2026

      Tamiami Village & RV Park

      Clean quiet friendly exceptional staff

      I would give it a 5 if the dog park was larger, vending machines in club house and front office was open later on sat and open on Sunday

    • JERRY C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 24, 2024

      Istokpoga Canal Boat Ramp And Campsite

      Very relaxing 5 star review

      The place is gorgeous and if you want shade or sun it offers both. Quiet, relaxing, good trails that lead over to Hickory Hammock campground. Audrey is a excellent camp host.

      They keep it very clean and is very helpful in showing you the campsites. It is right off the main road so no dirt road to get there though you have some road noise but you can get back away from most of it.  Lots of wildlife in the woods, nothing bothered the campsite.

      There are bathrooms but no showers. They are a ways away from the campground. Its still shocking you can camp in Florida like this for free. Hope we can keep it this way for a long time.

    • j
      Aug. 16, 2022

      Istokpoga Canal Boat Ramp And Campsite

      Florida backcountry

      Being from the area I am prepared for the weather. If you aren’t familiar with central Florida summers, which is about 11 1/2 months of the year it’s hot, humid, and loaded with bugs. We also have great wildlife. Use caution around them, especially near the water with small pets.

    • Mary M.
      Jul. 8, 2018

      KOA Campground Okeechobee

      A great place for families and kids...

      This is the largest KOA in the country...It's a Great campground for families, although I didn't go with one...There is an adult only pool, and a family pool. The Shanty, a bar is right by the adult pool, with entertainment in season and mostly on weekends. I've been there many times in the past, with my TT and my Coach...The sites are mostly large enough for Big rigs...There are upgrades to deluxe sites with brick patios, barbeques, fire pits and chairs. It's a very busy place on the holidays...If you want quiet those days, I don't suggest you go there...There is also a Golf Course, Golf Cart Rental, A nice updated store, A fenced in Dog park...

    • Katrina L.
      Dec. 29, 2022

      Ortona South

      Very clean little place

      Everyone's really nice there's electric hookups fishing up the little pier nice little river coming through right by the locks. Dog friendly I haven't tried the bathroom yet but I'm sure they're clean. You can hear the cows next door lol pet friendly I have my dog and my ferrets with me. And with my discount it was extremely affordable I'll definitely be back again.

    • Rick P.
      Mar. 15, 2022

      Golden Palms Luxury Motorcoach Resort

      Simply Awful

      We had an exceptionally unpleasant experience due to the pet policy being misrepresented. We paid in advance, their policy, for the entire month of February. We had to sign a document stating the payment was not refundable. Before signing, we read through the policies that affected renters, like the pet policy and did not see anything out of line with other RV parks. We set up our exercise pens for the dogs, like we've done at every RV park for the last 30 years. We were informed that exercise pens violated their policy. We had not seen that and asked that it be shown to us. They showed a construction policy that stated owners were not allowed to build a fence on their property. We had not built anything on their property, but they maintained that an exercise pen was a fence and had to be taken down. Our dogs are quiet and love to bask in the warm sun. It felt like a cruel expectation for them to have to stay in our RV 24/7 for a full month. They suggested that we could tie our dogs out on the lawn, but they are escape artists and we could not risk them getting away. We again stated that we were not in any way violating their policy. They were very indifferent. We could not put our pets through being confined to and RV, so we immediately left. They refused to refund our money, offer a stay at another date or even offer any kindness at all. This is truly the worst experience and poorest treatment that we've ever had at an RV resort.

    • Cristy M.
      Jul. 21, 2018

      Kilpatrick Hammock Campground — Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

      Awesome stargazing and wildlife

      If you love camping, wildlife, and stargazing but still want the convenience of amenities (i.e electricity, running water, bathroom, shower) then this is the place for you.

      Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is part of IDA International Dark-Sky Places. The park has little light pollution and also a stargazing pad where you can also camp on.

      The campgrounds aren't large but the campsites are good for tents and RVs. The one site we stayed at had water and electric hook-ups and a firepit. We were close to very clean restroom area that also had showers, washer and dryer. They do have primitive campsites for the more rustic individuals. The campgrounds are about 45 minutes from town, but the ranger station sells ice for $2.50 and firewood purchase is by honor system. We also saw other campers with their dogs so pet-friendly as well.

      Lots of hiking trails and so much wildlife. We saw deer grazing near our campsite!

      Make sure to bring lots of mosquito repellent, especially in the summer months. Otherwise you'll get bit...a lot! But it is Florida after all.

    Guide to Palmdale

    Fisheating Creek Campground sits at the northern edge of the Florida Everglades ecosystem where the slow-moving creek feeds into Lake Okeechobee. The area maintains a subtropical climate with summer temperatures reaching 90°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 50°F. Camping options near Palmdale range from primitive riverside sites to full-hookup RV resorts with most facilities remaining open year-round.

    What to do

    Kayaking and canoeing: Paddlers can explore the winding waterways at Fisheating Creek Campground where wildlife viewing opportunities abound. "We rented kayaks on Sunday. We were dropped off in the woods and kayaked through 200 gators!" shares Andrea D., highlighting the creek's reputation for abundant wildlife.

    Fishing opportunities: Cast a line from shorelines or piers at multiple locations throughout the region. "Plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing (not necessarily catching though), and paddling," notes Jim B. about recreational options at Fisheating Creek.

    Nature walks: Follow the boardwalk trails that lead through natural areas. "There's a nice loop walking trail in the forest (partial boardwalk). The river is lovely with all the birds and fish," reports R C., describing the accessible trails at Fisheating Creek.

    Bird watching: Observe native Florida species at W.P. Franklin North where waterfront sites provide excellent viewing opportunities. "This is a nice quiet place to decompress," mentions Sue D., who enjoyed the natural setting.

    What campers like

    Waterfront camping: Sites along Fisheating Creek offer direct water access. "The campsites are large and excellent especially by the creek. The creek gives you so much to do between kayaking and fishing even in the rain," explains Francisco T.

    Clean facilities: Ortona South maintains well-kept amenities. "It's a quiet campground with the Okeechobee waterway flowing right next to it. It's located at the Lock and Dam so we have watched several boats. Large sites, very large sites. Clean restrooms, nice staff," reports Connie K.

    Wildlife viewing: Animal sightings are common throughout the area. "The river is lovely with all the birds and fish (also many alligators)," says R C. about experiences at Fisheating Creek.

    Kid-friendly activities: Organized events keep younger campers engaged at certain campgrounds. "This is a fun little campground for kids with activities and karaoke at night," Andrea D. mentions about weekend programming at Fisheating Creek.

    What you should know

    Weather considerations: Subtropical conditions affect camping comfort. "This campground is right by a slow moving river and very buggy. Campsite had bug nests everywhere," warns Jennifer P. about conditions at Fisheating Creek Campground, suggesting preparation for insects.

    Reservations essential: Popular sites book quickly, especially during winter months. "We came on a weekday in Feb and was fortunate to have only one neighbor but I understand this place gets packed on the weekends," R C. notes about Fisheating Creek.

    Site differences: Camping areas vary widely in layout and privacy. "We have been previously and loved the more secluded camping spots. There was plenty of room in the site for us to spread out while being surrounded by nature," explains Hunter P. about tent areas at Fisheating Creek.

    Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds. "The only negative thing I would say is the nearby highway noise. It is busy and loud even during the nights," mentions R C. about Fisheating Creek Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Beach activities: Access swimming areas where available and safe. "There is a nice little spot with a beach that was popular to pull over and stretch your feet," Kevin T. shares about kayaking at Fisheating Creek.

    Group camping options: Accommodate larger family gatherings with appropriate sites. "We gathered our large family with relatives and went up to Fisheating Creek for a camping weekend. We have been previously and loved the more secluded camping spots," says Hunter P.

    Safety equipment: Bring personal flotation devices for water activities. "We were lucky to bring our own lifevests because they did run out when it was time to get our canoe," advises Kevin T. about rentals at Fisheating Creek.

    Evening activities: Plan for after-dark entertainment away from bugs. "We fished, rented kayaks and played outdoor games, with an evening of marshmallow roasting to finish," Hunter P. recounts about family-friendly recreation at Fisheating Creek.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection for pet-friendly camping: Choose appropriate locations for camping with dogs near Palmdale, Florida. At The Glades RV Resort, pets are welcome at RV sites and cabins with proper supervision required.

    Hookup availability: Understand utility connections before arrival. "This campground has water and electric hook ups at paved sites with gravel around covered picnic table, fire pit and BBQ," Laura M. explains about the W.P. Franklin North facilities.

    Space considerations: RV sites vary in size and layout across the region. "Each site has a covered picnic table, barbecue and a fire ring," John G. notes about the amenities at W.P. Franklin North. "The concrete parking pads are level and the pea gravel is well tended."

    Seasonal occupancy: Plan according to population fluctuations. "Even though sites are close together and not private, neighbors were respectful and quiet," Laura M. observes about the community atmosphere at W.P. Franklin North despite proximity.

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