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    Clarcona Horse Park offers some of the most accessible equestrian camping options near Windermere, with spacious drive-in campsites that accommodate both tent and RV camping. The facility maintains both water and electric hookups for campers, and the layout of the park prioritizes horse-friendly features throughout the grounds. Sites include picnic tables and allow campfires, with firewood available on-site. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Windermere, Florida. The campground maintains clean bathroom facilities with showers and maintains trash service throughout the property. While the horse park does not list dedicated horse corrals in the amenity data, the entire facility is designed with equestrian activities as the primary focus, making it an ideal base camp for riders.

    Located approximately 22 miles from Windermere, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground provides another option with its extensive trail system and horse-friendly accommodations. The resort features both tent and RV camping along with cabin options for those seeking more creature comforts. Trail access throughout the property allows riders to explore the natural surroundings while remaining within the boundaries of the resort grounds. The camping facilities include full hookups with 50-amp service for larger RV rigs traveling with horses. Reservations are essential, particularly during peak seasons, as this popular destination fills quickly. The expansive 750-acre property provides ample space for horses and riders to enjoy the Florida landscape without feeling cramped or restricted. While premium campsites command higher rates, the resort's unique combination of horse-friendly features and family amenities makes it worth consideration for equestrian campers.

    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Windermere (21)

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      1. Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground

      4.4(65)15mi from Windermere51 sitesRVs, Cabins, Glamping

      "We camp a lot during the summer but since this is Florida it's HOT regularly and sizzling during the summer months."

      "Caverns are beautiful under the water but it is constantly crowded around. Pets need to be put on a leash. Horses are permitted. Many opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, and kayaking."

      from $24 / night

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      2. Lake Louisa State Park Campground

      4.6(40)12mi from Windermere71 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Lake Louisa is located on the edge of the Orlando metropolitan region. Close to Disney but accessible to other area attractions and communities, if that's what you are lookimg to do."

      "Lake Louisa is located in Clermont Florida and is only 20 miles from Disney in Orlando. It is a newer park and the facilities were really nice."

      from $24 - $120 / night

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      3. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

      3.3(16)3mi from WindermereRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "You can’t get more centrally located that bill Frederick. Located In metro west, this park is close to both the theme parks, and a commutable distance to north Orlando."

      "if you choose primitive campground (10$) you will have to walk a little bit. the car parking is far away from the actual campsite. huge plus arw free showers with hot water. area is beautiful!"

      from $20 - $100 / night

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      4. Clarcona Horse Park

      4.8(5)9mi from WindermereRVs, Tents

      "If you’ve got one of those incredibly large mobile homes on wheels, then this particular RV location just off of Highway 414 near Hiawassee may just be the perfect spot for you."

      "Nice gravel drive for the RV. There are horse events, fun to watch., food truck available for breakfast and lunch day of event. Nice shade snd clean bathrooms. Only $17 if over 55."

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      5. Camp Wewa

      3.0(1)12mi from WindermereTents, Cabins, Glamping
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      6. Colt Creek State Park Campground

      4.6(34)34mi from Windermere28 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Colt Creek State Park is one of the newest parks in the Florida State Park System. Their RV/Tent Campground just recently opened in early 2018. RV spots are spacious."

      "The equestrian area was the nicest to us. But you must have a horse to stay there."

      from $24 / night

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      7. Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground

      4.5(31)40mi from Windermere54 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "I live within a hours drive from this park and have been camping here for 40 plus years. This State Park is Old Florida, sites are secluded from the other sites compared to many other parks."

      "The path is very clear with markers and when you arrive at the site, there is a clear indicator to follow. The path to the site is right off the main trail."

      from $20 / night

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      8. Green Swamp — West Tract

      4.3(8)37mi from WindermereRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Stayed at Ashley campground, which is free with a reservation through Southwest Florida water management."

      "This section of the FT is quite a nice walk, and I assume that most individuals looking at a site on the trail, are looking at Gator Hole."

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      9. Lake Panasoffkee

      4.9(7)43mi from WindermereRVs, Tents

      "There was a big open field where basically all equestrian campers parked at since it was near the horse stalls. There’s also more shaded camp spots towards the back which is where I ended up."

      "This time around, there were no equestrian campers so everyone is aiming for the shady spots in the primitive area."

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      10. Sawgrass Island Preserve

      5.0(1)33mi from WindermereTents

      "I like to go across the causeway and down the Bog Button Trail and over to the Hammock Trail and along the Cactus Trail and down around the ponds and back out the Bent Pine Trail. "

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    • Jeanene A.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 9, 2018

      Colt Creek State Park Campground

      A Brand New Place For Adventure

      Colt Creek State Park is one of the newest parks in the Florida State Park System. Their RV/Tent Campground just recently opened in early 2018. RV spots are spacious. There is not a lot of privacy between spots but cover will grow in in time. Most sites are in full sun most of the day. Tent camping areas are on grass not gravel. very nice dump and wash area at gate to campground. They also offer equestrian, group, and primitive camping at this location. The equestrian camp is well used and quite large with standard amenities for horses and campers. There are 2 primitive sites along a 10 mile loop trail. Group site does not have a pavilion but does have port o lets ( no water or electric). There are 4 lakes ( no swimming) on the property kayak/canoe rentals, nice fishing ares and a dock. Lots of wildlife. Great for biking as well.

    • Kathie E.
      Apr. 3, 2022

      Lake Louisa State Park Campground

      Beautiful Lake Louisa

      Lake Louisa is located on the edge of the Orlando metropolitan region. Close to Disney but accessible to other area attractions and communities, if that's what you are lookimg to do.

      We needed a break from life so we went to chill and hang out in the park. What a beautiful park it is. Miles of trails, a small beach, 3 lakes for fishing and kayaking, and 2 fishing piers. They also have equestrian facilities for horseback riding. Including a stable where you can sign up to join a ride.

      The park's campground is compact with 2 very clean bathhouse, a small camp store, and 60 sites. The sites are nicely setup with lots of privacy. There are a few sites with both 50 amp electric and sewer service. One issue, especially in the summer, is the lack of shade so make sure you bring your own shade structures and a fan. In addition to traditional sites, the park has glamping tents, eco tents, primitive tent sites, equestrian sites, cabins, and a youth group area.

      The park is really beautiful. The riolling hills, pine forests, and pretty lakes. The wild flowers are also very pretty.

      We've been to many of Florida's state parks and this is among our new favorites. Just love it! Enjoy!

    • Abby M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 29, 2021

      Green Swamp — West Tract

      Nice free spot

      Stayed at Ashley campground, which is free with a reservation through Southwest Florida water management. They provide a Lock code for you to enter upon entering so there’s always a locked gate during your stay. The sites are very well-kept and I’ll have a firing and covered picnic table. The sites are a little close as there are not a lot of trees for privacy but overall a really nice camp spot. Has two vault toilets which were relatively clean. Mixture of equestrian campers and non-equestrian campers. Barely any cell service so wasn’t ideal for my work situation and had to go into town. 1-2 bars of 4G via AT&T.

    • A
      Jul. 9, 2021

      Colt Creek State Park Campground

      Colt Creek Lakeland Fl

      Well we didn't like the tent and RV sites. They're in an open area on gravel with no shade and hardly no divisions. There are other areas for special groups that are much nicer. But for individual campers. The equestrian area was the nicest to us. But you must have a horse to stay there.

    • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 8, 2025

      Clarcona Horse Park

      Getty Up! @ This Not-So-Standard RV Parking Lot

      If you’ve got one of those incredibly large mobile homes on wheels, then this particular RV location just off of Highway 414 near Hiawassee may just be the perfect spot for you. OK, there were a few tents here, but you could tell this place was really built for the mobile campers in mind. With 28 ample slanted, elongated parking lanes for your parking pleasure, all of the sites come equipped with the typical 30 / 50 amp electrical hook-ups, waste disposal and water connections. The bathrooms and shower facilities are clean and fairly well-maintained.

      There’s the standard picnic table, garbage receptacles and even a community BBQ. The hosts are incredibly nice and offer pricing by the night, week and month. Overall, the community is inviting and friendly and there’s at times some planned activities, with most of those featuring horse shows and competitions of some sort, throughout the week (check with the front desk). While there’s not a ton of amenities to pick and choose from, this location does come with grills, park and shelter as well as all the free glimpses of horses being trained. Of course, should you be here with your noble steed, there’s some 22 miles worth of paths to gallup. Near this RV parking lot, you do have access to Lake Apopka.

      Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) The real draw to this particular campground is the massive equestrian infrastructure that exists as the fulcrum, so if you are camping, this can be a very nice distraction, in case you come here with the principle idea of racing / showing your horses, then this CG is ideal – and less so if you don’t have a horse and don’t want to camp alongside what could be considered a bit of a circus (especially on show days); (2) Should you grow tired of whipping up franks & beans again for supper and you wanna check out some local fare, you’re going to have to drive a bit north to South Apopka where there’s joints like The Nauti Lobstah, Verona Café, Lechonera Latina and Wings-N-Things; (3) In the event that you need to load up on supplies, there’s both a Sam’s Club and Walmart Supercenter due NE of here; and (4) For some really great hiking & biking, of course, there’s the West Orange Trail, but if you are looking for something a bit different and less trodden, then check out Oakland Nature Preserve, which sits south of Lake Apopka.

       Happy Camping!

    • Abby M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 29, 2021

      Lake Panasoffkee

      Love love love

      This place was PERFECT. There was a big open field where basically all equestrian campers parked at since it was near the horse stalls. There’s also more shaded camp spots towards the back which is where I ended up. Beautiful trees for shade but room to get some solar too. All areas have a super nice fire pit and picnic table. The bathrooms have flush toilets and running water. There is non-potable water spigots throughout the campground and there are miles and miles worth of trails for biking, hiking, or horseback riding. There is a host on site who was extremely kind. dumpster up at the entrance to toss any trash you may have. 2-3 bars of 5G AT&T. Felt super safe all times of the day. Right in between two towns so can easily get groceries or gas with a 15 minute drive.

    • Tracy L H.
      Dec. 31, 2019

      Sawgrass Island Preserve

      Old Florida!

      Sawgrass Island Preserve is a unique piece of property.  I love hiking on the north side of the property it looks so much like Old Florida.  I like to go across the causeway and down the Bog Button Trail and over to the Hammock Trail and along the Cactus Trail and down around the ponds and back out the Bent Pine Trail.  This is around a five mile hike and can be stretched out by doing the North Loop Trail also .  I have seen several whitetail deer, sandhill cranes, lots of other birds, quail, and some turkeys while hiking.  I also saw a black bear up a tree in the marsh.  It is a hidden gem for sure.  The south side is nice but gets super sandy in places due to horseback riders.  And if you have horses the preserve allows riders and even has a spot or two with water for the horses and some picnic areas with hitching post to tie off horse and have some time to eat.  Some trails are narrow and give the feel of actually walking in, in the woods!  I haven't camped there but they have two primitive campsites on the Hammock Trail near the marsh with a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern post.  There is also a horse campsite along the Cactus Trail down near the ponds and there is an open pole barn with two roomy stalls for horses and picnic tables and a fire ring with benches.  Also room to pitch tent under barn too.  There is no water available at any of the campsites.  Could be a fun adventure waiting in Old Florida.  There is a camping application to fill out on line at www.lcwa.org and a  small fee, but if everything checks out ok at the end of the stay after a Ranger has had a chance to check out the site your fee is refunded.

    • Travyl Couple !.
      Dec. 7, 2019

      Lake Louisa State Park Campground

      Great Park with lots of Activities...also near Disney

      Lake Louisa is located in Clermont Florida and is only 20 miles from Disney in Orlando. It is a newer park and the facilities were really nice. We stayed here in June and bugs were only bad at nightfall. We got good reception with our verizon and only ok with our sprint.

      This park is one of our many Trifecta parks, meaning we can hike, bike and kayak. We were easily able to roll our Kayaks to Dixie lake from our campsite. We stayed at a site in Dixie loop sites sites 1-30. Hammond lake was across the road from our campground. The other campground (Sandhill) is equally nice with the same gravel sites, 30/50 amp electricity and water but not quite as close to the lake. There is a dump station and some of the sites have full hookup with sewer. Reserve America does not note which ones have sewer too but when I did some more research I found one review that mentioned that site #’s 16,18,20, 30, 32,33, 34 (ADA), 35,36 (ADA), 37,38,39, &40 are the sites that have sewer too. Note: Only a couple of sites offer a water view due to the foliage and the trees.

      In addition to the campground for Rv,tents and trailers....this park has cute little teepees for rent, tent sites, primitive sites,group sites, 20 cabins (no pets allowed) and even an equestrian campground with stalls and a corral. There are kayak,bike and canoe rentals at the Dixie Lake area camp store which is located next to the campgrounds. When you rent a kayak - you will only be able to kayak on Hammond Lake (unless you hand carry it across the street yourself to Dixie lake if the rules allow that) There are also fishing piers at both Dixie and Hammond Lake. You can also fish and boat on Lake Louisa too. There is also a cute hidden lake called Bear Lake that you can bike or drive to and even put in your kayak or electric boat on this more remote lake. However, since there is no public boat ramp access to Lake Louisa -unless you can hand carry or roll your boat to water....you will need to go to the Palatlakaha River Park and Boat Ramp to put your larger boat into the lake (there are no docks at the park for tying up your boat)

      This park has totally awesome park roads for biking, trails for mountain biking and hiking, and equestrian trails. Be sure to carry a map, I got a little lost hiking because not all the trails were well marked. We also enjoyed riding our bikes into Clermont.

      There is a longer review with links at our website www.travylcouple.com if you want more info than this review and video offers you.

    • Jeanene A.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 30, 2020

      Foster Bridge Primitive Site Green Swamp West

      A welcome site after a decent hike

      This is a nice pleasant location with nothing around but nature. This totally primitive site can be found 12 miles out from the McNeil Trailhead near Colt Creek State Park on Hwy 471. Choose your hiking dates well, the warmer and more humid the more difficult the hike. Trails can get pretty wet in the rainy season also.

      Site was clear and open, which was good because there is an abundance of ticks to be found in the brush. There are places for tents and hammocks using tree safe straps. benches, fire ring and even a picnic table. Insect repellent is a must have!

      The insects and frogs put on an amazing chorus after a rain. You will need to hang food and trash at night to keep critters away. 

      There are 65 miles of trails here, 37350 acres, and you really need to pay attention to the trail signs. there are separate equestrian sites in the area and separate trails as well.

      A free reservation is required and must be displayed or available at campground.

      Trails can also be access from 13347 Ranch Road in Dade City, Florida

    Guide to Windermere

    Equestrian camping near Windermere, Florida offers access to more than 60 miles of trails across state parks and recreational areas within a 30-mile radius. The subtropical climate maintains warm temperatures year-round with summer highs averaging 92°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 50°F. Camping facilities range from primitive sites to full-service campgrounds, with several locations specifically designed to accommodate horses and riders.

    What to do

    Trail riding at Wekiwa Springs: The park maintains over 20 miles of multi-use trails through pine flatwoods and wetland areas. "We were staying at the family campground as the primitive was full, so word of advice, book well in advance. Beautiful place love the springs!" writes Zackari S. about Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground.

    Fishing at multiple lakes: Catch bass, crappie, and catfish at Lake Louisa or Lake Kissimmee. "This park is big and nice. The lake is huge and has lots of fish in it. There are deer everywhere and you can feed them," notes Judy B. about her experience at Lake Kissimmee State Park Campground.

    Biking through diverse terrain: Explore paved and unpaved trails at several parks. "This state park has lots to offer - great trails for hiking and biking, boat launches, fishing, or just relaxing," mentions Cyndi B. about Lake Louisa State Park Campground.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Many parks offer well-spaced camping spots. "Campsites are far enough apart for privacy with lots of shades trees. Each site has a firepit. Bathrooms were clean," reports Stephanie G. about Lake Kissimmee State Park.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Observe native Florida species in their natural habitat. "We saw deers, owls, turtles, rabbits & a mama wild boar with her piglets," shares Barbara A. about her stay at Colt Creek State Park Campground.

    Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain high standards for restrooms and common areas. "All of the sites seemed level, most are quite private with a fair amount of trees/foliage in between sites, have a sizable picnic table and nice fire ring with grate," notes Cyndi B. about Lake Louisa State Park.

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Most horse-friendly campgrounds require advance bookings, especially during peak seasons. "You need a permit, but it's free," mentions Ethan B. about Lake Panasoffkee.

    Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between locations. "Barely any cell service so wasn't ideal for my work situation and had to go into town. 1-2 bars of 4G via AT&T," reports Abby M. about Green Swamp West Tract.

    Capacity restrictions: Many parks reach capacity quickly, particularly on weekends. "If you go on a weekend, make sure you go EARLY! Line of car starts around 9am and park will close at capacity," advises Hannah S. regarding Wekiwa Springs State Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Pack for variable weather: Florida's climate can change quickly, particularly during summer months. "We camped for three nights and loved it! Yes it rained most of the time but our site never flooded!" shares Caitlyn P. about her family trip to Wekiwa Springs State Park.

    Consider accessibility needs: Some campgrounds offer specialized sites. "Path and pad on site were roomy and fire pit was higher than usual for safety. These tent sites had water and electric as well," explains Jeanene A. about Colt Creek State Park.

    Plan for limited amenities: Many equestrian sites lack full hookups or services. "The bathrooms needed soap, but they were clean. The only problem for me was a little road noise," notes Elizabeth G. about Lake Panasoffkee.

    Tips from RVers

    Generator limitations: Check park policies before arrival. "Nice sized sites with a cement pad, picnic table, grill and trash can per site. Nice gravel drive for the RV," explains lisa C. about Clarcona Horse Park.

    Site selection for larger rigs: Consider accessibility when booking. "RV spots are spacious. There is not a lot of privacy between spots but cover will grow in in time. Most sites are in full sun most of the day," advises Jeanene A. about Colt Creek State Park.

    Seasonal considerations: Prepare for crowds during peak periods. "Keep an eye on gas, there's one place about 6 miles from the park and town is about 15 miles away. Cow camp is only open Oct-May," cautions Corey K. about Lake Kissimmee State Park.

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