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The bayou site are excellent. Reasonably level, nice patios, and a bit of a view. The staff are nice and helpful. They seem to have a section for those of us who are not snowbirds.
Camping near Spring Hill, FL
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Camping options around Spring Hill, Florida include a mix of established RV parks, waterfront campgrounds, and state forest sites. Encore Topics RV Resort provides full hookups and amenities near the Nature Coast Parkway, while more rustic options can be found at Withlacoochee State Forest's Crooked River Campground. Mary's Fish Camp offers waterfront camping on Mud River with tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin rentals. Several parks in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with Pasco County's Crews Lake Wilderness Park providing access to water activities and primitive camping sites approximately 7 miles from Spring Hill proper.
Most campgrounds in the Spring Hill area require advance reservations, particularly during winter months when seasonal visitors arrive. Water and electric hookups are standard at most established sites, though primitive camping options with fewer amenities exist at Serenova Tract and parts of Withlacoochee State Forest. "This place is very nice and well put together if you have an RV. I do primitive camping mostly and can say that there is a lack of care for the placement for the sites," noted one visitor about Mary's Fish Camp. Summer heat and humidity can be challenging, with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through September, while winter provides mild conditions ideal for outdoor recreation.
The waterfront camping experiences near Spring Hill receive consistently positive feedback for fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Campers at Mary's Fish Camp highlight the spring-fed waters where mullet fishing is popular from the seawall. "Mary's fish camp is hands down the best camping experience we've had. Super friendly people, staff. Love the laid back feel. Hop in your kayak and go enjoy!" commented one visitor. Several campgrounds feature water access for boating, kayaking, and fishing. While RV campers have numerous full-hookup options, tent campers may find limited dedicated spaces and shade at some locations. Campgrounds closer to water typically fill more quickly, especially at locations like Cody's RV Park with its unique character and proximity to Weeki Wachee attractions.
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1. Mary’s Fish Camp
"Our site(cant remember which number) was right next to the hill which I defientally reccomend because the hill and field allow you to spread out more."
"Located on the Mud River but don't let the name fool you. This is a spring fed tidal tributary which means almost crystal clear, dolphins. manatees, aquatic birds and fish galore."
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $175 / night
2. Cody's RV Park
"Close to a beach and lots of food and grocery choices. Close to everything but feels tucked away."
"They offer RV and tent camping year around and most have a decent amount of space in between."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $70 / night
3. Serenova Tract Campsites
"Starkey wilderness park and can be accessed off of Route 52 in Land O' Lakes, Fl."
"You do have to apply for a permit to camp here through the SW Florida water management site. The campground is gated so you need a code to get in, which is a nice safety feature."
4. Encore Topics
"Great grocery store near by. Very nice neighbors. Very quiet at night & pretty friendly. Just didn't care for the office not being open on the weekends"
"Very nice campground conveniently located right off of 589 ( Suncoast Parkway) 38 miles north of TPA. FRIENDLY neighbors, pet friendly. Nice amenities."
5. Camper's Holiday
"We paid around 20/ night. There is a 55+ community using the same entrance and sharing the pool and park.
The campground was about 1/2 full when we were here."
"Treed sites, campers pavilion, swimming pool, group campfire site, secure, gated facility, close to all nature coast activities"
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $38 / night
6. Hillsborough River State Park Campground
"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."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $24 / night
7. Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park
"Great get away in west-central Florida as a day trip or long weekend stay.
We spent the day hiking the numerous off-road trails and enjoying some of the amenities the park has to offer.""3.2 mile hike through mostly open Florida pine forest with the occasional swamp. Perfect time of year to come. Site has great shade and opens up at the fire pit for great star gazing."
8. Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park
"Awesome park with well maintained trail. There are a lot of other small trails that lead off into the woods. If you wander, bring a compass and throw some az. Fun times"
"Love this place so many trails"
9. Cypress Glen Campground
"Perfectly located just off the exit for Brooksville off of I-75, and right off the Withlacoochee Rails to Trail bike/hiking path and near the [Croom Mountain Biking Trails](http"
"This is a RV-tent camping site with all sites being a reasonable walking distance from the facilities in the center."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $22 / night
10. Encore Clover Leaf Forest RV Resort
"We are staying here for 2 weeks and although it's your typical Florida park with tight spots and tons of permanents, it's also very quaint. Our neighbors are wonderful and the staff is friendly."
"Close to amenities but still has a feel of off the beaten path. Fairly well maintained. Not a bad park"
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- 25 min from Homosassa Springs, FL
- 45 min from Tampa, FL
- 54 min from Wildwood, FL
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Recent Reviews near Spring Hill, FL
1036 Reviews of 320 Spring Hill Campgrounds
Stuart K.
LegendCountryside RV Park
Wild West Meets Old Florida
This Old Florida location has a Western bent to the place with the covered wagon motif and ranch-styled main office with what looks to be a horse tie up on the porch, so whatever the theme might be, this RV enclave is a good stretch away from the I75 highway that you moseyed onto in to find this 55+ retirement one lane (OK, there’s a simple loop) cowboy retirement OK corral. You’ll access Countryside RV Park via Country Rd 489 just off of Route 470 and if you blink (you know, because of all that dust blowing off the prairie), you’d miss the turn-off, so keep your eyes peeled, pardner, and about 20 yards into the property, you’ll swing by the office on what looks to be freshly laid, small single vehicle lanes and check in with the sheriff (er, the RV manager), who will direct you to your humble piece of very flat land, which no doubt will be draped in shade provided by the scattered ancient and live oaks that are sweating Spanish moss creating a very (trust me) un-wild, wild west vibe.
There’s some basic amenities here in addition to the standard pull-through parking pads and FHUs offering 20 / 30 / 50 amp electric, water and sewage, including: sanitary dump, impeccably clean his / her restrooms and shower facilities, picnic tables, WiFi, cable TV, coin-operated laundry, horseshoes, side X side shuffle boards that are in pristine condition, recreation room with billiards, dog park, fire pit, retention pond, on-site storage, exercise equipment and gym. There’s even a proper mail room in case you plan on staying long enough that you need to receive mail here or have it forwarded (beats waiting for the Pony Express to arrive). Due to this being a semi- or full-retirement zone, Countryside offers additional diversions and activities like bingo, Karaoke, bowling, arts & crafts as well as Bible study, in addition to learning how to lasso your very own steer (OK, I made up this last one).
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) If your ID or social security card doesn’t clearly state that you are 55+ you won’t have any luck at this hideout; (2) If you do manage to stay here, IMHO the best spots are those either on the western - but of course - side of this depot (#6 – 22) or eastern (#46–#59) perimeters; (3) Should you need to load up on anything while here, there’s not much nearby apart from a Dollar General and Kal’s Food Grocery, but if you don’t mind driving slightly further afield, there’s a Publix NE of here and a Winn-Dixie and Walmart due south of here towards Bushnell; and (4) In the event that you’d like to grab some local grub, there’s Big Apple Café and a Subway nearby in the small town here, or up on Lake Panasoffkee there’s Big Bass Grill Lakefront Restaurant & Marina, which I highly recommend.
Happy Camping!
- aalan F.
ScoutHillsborough River State Park Campground
Showers and bathrooms are closed
- EEfstathios A.Scout
Encore Winter Quarters Pasco
Great location
- CCorey S.
TravelerBay Bayou RV Resort
Great time @ a great campground.
Great fishing docks, with lighting for nighttime fishing. Clean & great environment, kids had a blast. Will stay here again
Gail S.ScoutZephyr Colony RV Park
Present it will be a great place to live.
Zephyrhills colony has new Management. It's like a breath of fresh air.A weight is lifted from our shoulders of constant harassment and being hawked at on a daily basis. The parking pads are beautiful.The construction crew did an excellent job and the yellow stripes on the roads are amazing.We are so thankful for this improvement in our park that we can be proud and happy at once and for all. I thank God for answered prayer personally.Now I can breathe now.I can live amen
Lourie H.ScoutLithia Springs
Beautiful, Peaceful Campground, but the Hospitality Could Use Some Work
The campsites are nice! They’re close together, but there are plenty of trees providing shade and privacy. The grounds are well maintained, probably thanks in part to the very strict rules (nothing tied to trees, no disturbing or touching nature, etc.).
Unfortunately, the spring was closed due to flooding during our visit, but the kids enjoyed the swings at the playground (the slides were too hot!). We rode our bikes, relaxed, and enjoyed the peace and quiet.
My only real complaint was the staff and their approach to enforcing the rules. From the moment we checked in, the emphasis seemed to be more on what we couldn’t do than on welcoming us. We completely understand the importance of protecting the natural environment, but the delivery came across as unnecessarily harsh, almost rude.
To top it off, we received a written warning for checking out 45 minutes late, despite having already vacated our campsite. We were simply waiting to use the dump station. It seemed a bit excessive considering we weren’t occupying our site or holding up the next campers.
Overall, it’s a beautiful, peaceful campground with plenty of shade, and we really enjoyed our stay. A little more hospitality and flexibility from the staff would have made the experience even better.
- LLibby H.Scout
Chassahowitzka River Campground
Great location, professionally managed, shady Old Florida
This is an excellent, quiet campground conveniently near the Chassahowitzka River Boat Ramp. It's incredibly cool and shady, so valuable in Florida. Sites are level and trees well trimmed. As newer RVers, I'd point to spots 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, and 20 as among the easiest back-in spots, as you can utilize the turn of the driveway to get straightened up better. All of these spots also are shady and private. The campground was quiet on the weekend we visited, but during high season, sites 19, 20 and 48 (pull through) are among those offering the most privacy from neighbors.
Regarding the boat ramp access: take note, the ramp is easily accessible from the campground but not "walking distance" if you are carrying a kayak. You will either need to drive your boat(s) down or rent. Parking fee is $5 vehicle only/$7 vehicle plus boat trailer, and you can access the spot before business hours and pay the fee in cash in the Honor System box on the side of the boat house. The Chassahowitzka is a gorgeous, spring-fed, clear-water river, a true gem in Florida, and just gorgeous for observing fish and birds. The place gets busy on weekends, so arrive early.
We loved our stay and this camp is on our "must return" list!
- TTommy W.Scout
McCormick Lakes RV Park
Amazing stay
Great place just know this campground has no shower house etc it’s just a nice quiet place with a beautiful sunset! Starlink works great
Guide to Spring Hill
Primitive camping opportunities near Spring Hill, Florida range from secluded forest sites to riverside locations within a 30-minute drive. The region sits at the transition between Florida's central ridge and coastal lowlands, creating diverse ecosystems across relatively short distances. Spring Hill's camping season extends year-round, though winter (November-March) offers the most comfortable temperatures with lows in the 50s and highs in the 70s.
What to Do
Riverside paddling: At Crooked River Campground, campers can access the Withlacoochee River system directly. "We enjoyed a group paddle down the river for a few hours. We shuttled some cars down that way so we could paddle far down and ride back," notes Tracy L H. The staircase access to the river accommodates small boats and kayaks.
Trail exploration: Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park features over 50 miles of multi-use trails. "We come out to Starkey all the time, for the hiking and for the on and off road biking," says Rich S. The park maintains separate trails for hikers, cyclists, and equestrians, with primitive sites scattered throughout the wilderness area.
Mullet fishing: The spring-fed Mud River at Mary's Fish Camp offers unique fishing opportunities without needing a boat. "Mullet fishing is the big draw. The fish swarm the fishing dock/wall so no boat needed to find action. The locals chum the water all day with oatmeal," explains CJ. The fishing wall extends 275 feet along the waterfront.
What Campers Like
Privacy between sites: Serenova Tract Campsites provides well-separated camping areas. "Very private, great views and the neighboring campers were very respectful! Not much in terms of single track for mountain biking, however we had fun exploring the dirt roads in our Forester," reports Brett D. The campground requires reservations through Southwest Florida Water Management District.
Clean facilities: Hillsborough River State Park maintains high cleanliness standards. "We are boondockers so we tend to stay away from very peoplely places...That said it was very comfortable everything was clean and super convenient," writes Gail W. The park offers dedicated dishwashing sinks and laundry facilities uncommon at other area campgrounds.
Old Florida atmosphere: Several campgrounds preserve natural Florida ecosystems. "This site is in the Croom Tract of the Withlacoochee State Forest. Lots of wildlife abounds and it's right along the river with a launch area. Very nice primitive campsites," Tracy L H. shares about Crooked River Campground. Many sites feature natural understory vegetation rather than manicured grounds.
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Most camping areas demand advance planning. "Need a reservation, there are just a handful of sites. Each has a fire ring and a table. Locked gate (you need a code they give you in your reservation confirmation)," explains Hootmon H. about Serenova Tract. Winter months fill particularly quickly at established campgrounds.
Limited tent options: While RV camping dominates, primitive tent sites exist with varying amenities. "The tent sites are primitive but there is a bath house," notes Amy about Cody's RV Park. At Mary's Fish Camp, a reviewer cautions: "The camping sites are directly in the sun the entire day until sundown. There is no real parking for the sites."
Weather considerations: Summer brings challenging camping conditions. "Bring plenty of bugspray, the mosquitoes here are big enough to carry away a small dog," warns Jake H. about Hillsborough River State Park. Afternoon thunderstorms commonly flood low-lying areas, particularly from June through September.
Tips for Camping with Families
Look for secluded group sites: Crooked River Campground offers larger camping areas suitable for families. "My boyfriend, myself, and 3 kids (7-8y/o) spent 4th of July weekend here and LOVED it! The spacious, private campsites were a plus. It truly felt like we were camping alone in the forest and the kids loved getting to explore," shares Danae N.
Seek water access: River and spring proximity provides natural entertainment for children. "The walk to the river from our site was so worth it. We loved exploring the trail and then letting the kids play in the water while we tried to catch some bass... The kids really loved cooling off in the river and catching frogs," continues Danae N.
Consider cabin options: Pasco County - Crews Lake Wilderness Park offers cabins as alternatives to tent camping. The park provides "well maintained trail. There are a lot of other small trails that lead off into the woods," according to Marquee M., making it suitable for family explorations.
Tips from RVers
Check electrical connections: At Mary's Fish Camp, Carlos O. warns about infrastructure issues: "Good place but only bad thing is power connection on boxes they have melted plugs I wouldn't connect to it." Bringing a voltage tester helps identify potentially problematic hookups.
Site selection matters: At Encore Clover Leaf Forest RV Resort, proximity to roads affects noise levels. "Would try to not park close to the main road. Just one row back is a lot quieter," advises Jacob C. Most parks have tighter spacing than shown in promotional materials.
Internet connectivity varies: Cell service can be unreliable in wooded areas. Jacob C. notes, "If you stay long term you can get your own internet service from one of the providers around." Many parks offer WiFi, but signals rarely reach outlying campsites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there family-friendly camping options with activities for kids in Spring Hill?
Are there family-friendly camping options with activities for kids in Spring Hill?
Families looking for kid-friendly camping near Spring Hill have several great options. Florida Sand Music Ranch in Brooksville features rolling hills, a picturesque lake with wildlife viewing opportunities, and clean bathroom facilities. Kids will enjoy exploring the natural surroundings. Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park offers an excellent getaway with numerous hiking trails, separate primitive tent and car-camping areas, and cabin options for families who prefer more comfort. The park provides multiple amenities and outdoor activities perfect for children to explore nature while staying relatively close to Spring Hill.
What are the best campgrounds in Spring Hill, Florida?
What are the best campgrounds in Spring Hill, Florida?
While Spring Hill itself has limited camping options, the surrounding Hernando County offers excellent alternatives. Crooked River Campground — Withlacoochee State Forest provides shoreline sites on Silver Lake within the Croom Tract, just a short drive from I-75. For those seeking a more private experience, Cypress Glen Campground offers large, well-maintained sites perfect for a peaceful retreat. Other notable options include Camper's Holiday near Brooksville for RV travelers and Encore Topics in Spring Hill itself, which features full hookups and amenities for longer stays.
Is there swimming available at Spring Hill camping areas?
Is there swimming available at Spring Hill camping areas?
Yes, several camping areas near Spring Hill offer swimming opportunities. Lake Louisa State Park Campground features multiple lakes for swimming, though it's located closer to Orlando than Spring Hill proper. Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve offers swimming access in designated areas within one of the largest recreation areas in Hillsborough County. Closer to Spring Hill, Crews Lake Wilderness Park provides swimming facilities during warmer months. Always check current conditions before planning a swimming trip, as water levels and safety conditions can vary seasonally, and some natural swimming areas may not have lifeguards.
Where can I find fishing campgrounds near Spring Hill, FL?
Where can I find fishing campgrounds near Spring Hill, FL?
Hog Island Campground — Withlacoochee State Forest sits on the eastern bank of the Withlacoochee River, offering excellent fishing opportunities. The campground provides direct access to the river, making it ideal for anglers. Mary's Fish Camp is another excellent option with boat-in access and facilities for fishermen. For a more primitive fishing experience, Oak Ridge Primitive Campground in the Southwest Florida Water Management District provides access to fishing spots with less development. Most fishing campgrounds in the area require a valid Florida fishing license, and some offer boat rentals or launches.
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