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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.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Spring Hill, FL
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Pasco County's Crews Lake Wilderness Park provides tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options for pet owners seeking a tranquil stay. This highly-rated park maintains a 5-star rating with campers praising its peaceful atmosphere. Mary's Fish Camp and Cody's RV Park both accommodate pets with full hookup options and waterfront access. The laid-back atmosphere at Cody's includes a designated off-leash area where dogs can run freely in a large wilderness section. Friendly staff at these campgrounds ensure pet owners feel welcome, with one visitor noting the exceptional hospitality for travelers with dogs among their top experiences after months of traveling.
Several Spring Hill area pet-friendly campgrounds feature waterfront locations ideal for dogs who enjoy swimming. Mary's Fish Camp, situated on the spring-fed Mud River, offers excellent fishing opportunities alongside pet-friendly accommodations. Despite primitive tent sites with limited shade, the campground provides access to kayaking routes where pets can join adventures through hidden spring runs. Campers should note that Cody's RV Park maintains clean facilities with multiple bathhouse locations, though some sites lack substantial shade protection for pets during summer months. Nearby Weeki Wachee Springs offers additional recreation opportunities, with kayaking down the river being a popular activity where well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their owners on water excursions.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Spring Hill (251)
1. Mary’s Fish Camp
"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."
"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."
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."
"Friendly to dogs with a large wilderness area to let your pup run off leash. Owner is great!"
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
"Very nice campground conveniently located right off of 589 ( Suncoast Parkway) 38 miles north of TPA. FRIENDLY neighbors, pet friendly. Nice amenities."
"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"
5. Camper's Holiday
"Nice dog park. Common area with a community fire pit. Nice laundry and bathrooms. Very clean. In the seasonal area is truly the most amazing salt water pool we have ever come across."
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $38 / night
6. Hillsborough River State Park Campground
"If you like to hike, there are a bunch of different trails to walk and they run alongside the river."
"Better if not during rainy season here in Florida. The ground was wet. Some sites had overflow from the river, I guess? Our site was nice. We had water and electricity. Pretty quiet. Lots of dogs."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $24 / night
7. 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"
8. Cypress Glen Campground
"The down fall is that the sites are around a lake/river, so many of them are on a slope."
"Pets are allowed on leash. Nothing much for kids to do but my kids enjoyed walking the campground loop and walking the trails."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $22 / night
9. 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"
10. Mutual Mine Campground — Withlacoochee State Forest
"This is an excellent place to camp because it is secluded with large private campsites surrounding a clear swimming hole. It is a short drive from the Chaz, and affordable."
"My group goes to this campground several times a year due to the location to home and for being able to play off road in the surrounding trail system."
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Get a text when availablefrom $14 / night
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- 25 min from Homosassa Springs, FL
- 45 min from Tampa, FL
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Spring Hill, FL
1036 Reviews of 251 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
Dispersed camping options near Spring Hill, Florida combine fresh water springs, tidal rivers, and dense forest areas within a 30-mile radius of town. The region's subtropical climate creates year-round camping conditions with temperatures ranging from 50°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Several campgrounds offer tent sites near clear spring-fed waterways for campers seeking natural swimming areas.
What to do
Hiking and nature trails: At Crooked River Campground, visitors can explore the Croom Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest with multiple trail options. "The complex is on the shore of Silver Lake, which is part of the Withlacoochee River system... also connects to hiking trails in the Croom Tract," notes reviewer Elliott B. The campground features a nature trail and boardwalk through native Florida habitat.
River paddling: Kayaking through spring runs and rivers provides excellent wildlife viewing. At Mary's Fish Camp, campers can "Kayak the river and find a few hidden spring runs. Creek connects to Weeki Wachee river," according to reviewer Ron K. Rental equipment is available for exploring the crystal-clear waters and observing native wildlife.
Swimming in spring waters: Several campgrounds feature natural swimming areas in spring-fed water. "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," writes Danae N. about her experience at Crooked River Campground. Many swimming areas maintain visibility year-round due to constant spring flow.
What campers like
Secluded camping sites: Privacy between sites is a major benefit at Serenova Tract Campsites. "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) dirt road, easily accessible by motorcycle/car," explains Hootmon H. The reservation system helps maintain the peaceful atmosphere.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the Spring Hill area maintain well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. "I honestly felt like I was walking into some type of luxury hotel in their restrooms. Each time I went it was like it had just been cleaned before I walked in," reports a camper about their stay at Cody's RV Park. Multiple bathhouse locations make these facilities convenient regardless of campsite location.
Wildlife viewing: The Spring Hill area offers extensive wildlife viewing opportunities. "We ride up on our adventure motorcycles, setup camp then go play all day on the trails. Once done retreat to camp and cool off in the waters of the mine pond," writes Joe D. about Mutual Mine Campground. The clear waters allow campers to observe aquatic life while cooling off.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Summer heat and insects require preparation. "Bring bug spray and keep the fire going helps," advises Tianay F. about camping at Crooked River Campground. The subtropical climate means temperatures remain comfortable through winter months but summer camping requires additional planning for heat management.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds in the area require advance booking. "Need a reservation, there are just a handful of sites... Supermarket and several restaurants just across the main road," notes Hootmon H. about Serenova Tract. Some sites provide combination codes for gated access upon confirmation.
Tent site limitations: Several campgrounds have specific tent areas with varying amenities. "The tent sites are primitive but there is a bath house," reports Amy about Mary's Fish Camp. For Cody's RV Park, a camper mentions "the sites are adequate some shaded, some not," indicating preparation for sun exposure is necessary depending on site assignment.
Tips for camping with families
Family-friendly water activities: Hillsborough River State Park provides multiple water options for families. "We had a great time camping and hiking here! We will definitely be back!" reports Jackie S. The park offers canoe rentals and supervised swimming areas suitable for children of various ages.
Kid-friendly exploration: Trails and wilderness areas offer educational opportunities. "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," writes Danae N. about their family experience at Crooked River Campground.
Evening wildlife programs: Many campgrounds offer ranger-led activities after sunset. "Got to see fireflies put on an amazing light show in the canopy," notes one camper about the natural light display at Hillsborough River State Park. These natural occurrences provide educational entertainment for children after dark.
Tips from RVers
Hookup considerations: Electrical connections vary between campgrounds. "Good place but only bad thing is power connection on boxes they have melted plugs I wouldn't connect to it," warns Carlos O. about Mary's Fish Camp. Check specific site details when booking to ensure compatible hookups for your RV requirements.
Site access challenges: Some campgrounds have navigation challenges for larger rigs. "The entrance is a bit tight and tricky. The smaller of the two are for the RVs. Most sites are as snug as the road you travel on as you menuver through the park to your site," notes Robert M. about Clover Leaf Forest RV Resort. Advanced planning for arrival and departure routes helps avoid difficult turns.
Water and sewer access: Full-hookup availability differs between campgrounds. "We had no issue getting our 36' 5th wheel in and had tons of room to park our truck. Lots of mature trees," reports Sam S. about Camper's Holiday. Water pressure can fluctuate during peak usage times at some locations, so additional water storage is recommended.
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