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My husband and I love spending time here and overlooking the water, the sunsets and taking our boat out spending time with our family ,everyone there is super nice and friendly 😊
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State parks and private campgrounds surround Winter Garden, Florida, creating a diverse camping landscape within an hour's drive of the city. The area features a mix of RV-focused facilities like Winter Garden RV Resort and more natural settings at nearby state parks. Lake Louisa State Park Campground, located 15 miles west in Clermont, offers tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and yurts with year-round availability. Magnolia Park Campground on Lake Apopka provides both tent and RV camping with full hookups in a shaded setting. Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, though more expensive, combines camping with theme park proximity and extensive amenities including horseback riding trails.
Reservations are essential for most campgrounds in the region, particularly during winter months when snowbirds migrate to central Florida. The Winter Garden RV Resort accepts only recreational vehicles, with no tent camping permitted, as confirmed by a camper who noted, "I called the Winter Garden number listed... They were very helpful to inform me that there are only RV sites at this location." Highway noise affects some campgrounds, particularly those near major roads. One visitor to Winter Garden RV Resort advised, "If you can't sleep with noises, you need another location." Florida's humid subtropical climate makes spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons, while summer brings intense heat, afternoon thunderstorms, and mosquitoes.
Many campers highlight the recreational opportunities available near Winter Garden's campgrounds. The West Orange Trail, accessible from downtown Winter Garden, receives consistent praise from visitors. One camper noted, "Our favorite activity is biking to the trailhead 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." Proximity to Orlando's attractions is another draw, with Disney World approximately 21 miles away and Universal Studios about 15 miles from Winter Garden. State parks like Wekiwa Springs offer natural swimming areas and hiking trails, though some visitors report weekend crowding and noise issues at certain locations.
Best Campgrounds near Winter Garden (358)
1. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
"I love coming here even if I never step foot inside the theme parks. There plenty to do here. You can rent golf carts or bring your own. I love just driving around on the golf carts."
"Big park so lots of walking if you don’t have the cart (or you can bring your own and/or bikes). Our grandsons loved the golf cart!"
from $56 - $201 / night
Check Availability2. Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground
"Close to home and took a drive through one day. Haven't been camping yet this year due to illness but getting ready to get on the road."
"We camp a lot during the summer but since this is Florida it's HOT regularly and sizzling during the summer months."
from $24 / night
Check Availability3. Lake Louisa State Park Campground
"Situated right off of rout 27, a very busy 3 lane state road and not too far from Disney Parks is Lake Louisa State Park."
"Secluded campground in natural Florida. Hookup sites were well kept and at the end of the park so there was no thru traffic. To get to the hookup sites it Is an 8-10 minute drive from park entrance."
from $24 - $120 / night
Check Availability4. Magnolia Park Campground
"While located a bit off the beaten path in a part of Florida that few find themselves in, Magnolia Park Campground, featuring 56 acres of pristine Florida wilderness, is located on an elbow curve where"
"You can hear a small amount of highway traffic in the distance, but totally tolerable. No pull thru sites. We stayed in site #8 and could barely see the neighbor next to us thru the trees/brush."
5. Thousand Trails Orlando
"We went along the outside rim in site Mako 7. The sites are large enough and have most have full hook ups. Not many trees for shade, but it is in Florida so that is to be expected."
"D section is old-school, Florida State Park-like camping. You have that romantic, southern charm and foliage. "
from $85 / night
Check Availability6. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake
"if you choose primitive campground (10$) 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!"
"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."
from $20 - $100 / night
Check Availability7. Orlando/Kissimmee KOA
"Right off 192 and close access to the Florida Turnpike, the park is conveniently located next to a Big Box store & gas station, Wendy’s and Waffle House."
"Very clean well managed park located in central Florida's tourist area. Nice place if you plan on visiting parks and other tourist attractions"
from $45 / night
Check Availability8. Trimble Park Campground
"Just a note of caution: Keep animals away from the water's edge."
"I stayed in site 11 that was positioned so I had a magnificent view of the lake and the little gator that lived at the waters edge."
10. Encore Sherwood Forest
"Can’t speak to price because we’re Thousand Trails members and it’s included in our plan."
"This place is all about location. You can practically ride your bike to Disney or Sea World properties. The campground is typical Encore, tight and unappealing. "
Drive Time
- 19 min from Orlando, FL
- 26 min from Wildwood, FL
- 40 min from Deltona, FL
- 48 min from Lakeland, FL
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Recent Reviews near Winter Garden, FL
1466 Reviews of 358 Winter Garden Campgrounds
Stuart K.
LegendSun Outdoors Orlando ChampionsGate
Disney Convenience Without the Disney Price Tag
If you're planning a visit to Walt Disney World or any of Orlando's major attractions and prefer staying in your own RV over an expensive hotel room, Sun Outdoors Orlando Champions Gate continues to be one of the more convenient options in the area. Since my original visit, the resort has matured nicely, with its modern facilities, clean grounds and resort-style atmosphere making it an appealing basecamp for exploring Central Florida. And make no mistake about it, while this is very much an RV resort – not a nature campground – this spot succeeds by delivering comfort, convenience and easy access to everything the Orlando area has to offer.
While my review from a few years ago provides a ton of detail, I thought I would follow up that review with a topline of HIGHLIGHTS and LOWLIGHTS along with a smattering of new photos.
HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Beautifully renovated facilities that still feel modern and well-maintained; (2) Outstanding heated swimming pool, clubhouse and spotless comfort stations remain the centerpiece of the resort; (3) Full-hookup RV sites with concrete pads make setup quick and easy; (4) Exceptional location just minutes from Walt Disney World, ChampionsGate with countless dining, shopping and entertainment options; and (5) Everyday conveniences like Publix, Aldi, CVS and numerous restaurants remain close enough that you can leave the RV parked and run errands with ease.
LOWLIGHTS: (1) The campground still feels more like an RV resort than a traditional campground, with relatively little mature landscaping or natural privacy; (2) Larger fifth wheels and motorhomes may find some sites a bit tighter than expected; (3) Tent campers will likely find the experience less appealing due to the predominance of paved surfaces and surrounding RVs; (4) Depending on your site's location, nearby road traffic can occasionally detract from the otherwise relaxing atmosphere; and (5) If you're seeking a true Florida nature experience, you'll need to venture beyond the campground to nearby lakes, conservation areas or state parks.
Happy Camping!
- HHolly B.
GuideDisney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Something a bit magical
I know, I know, it’s not real camping. But I love it just the same. I love coming here even if I never step foot inside the theme parks. There plenty to do here. You can rent golf carts or bring your own. I love just driving around on the golf carts. They have campfires and trivia. Outside movies. The Trails End to get food at.
Horse stables. Halloween time is the best time to come. I love looking at everyone’s decorations.
- MMorris R.
TravelerCamp Kennedy RV Resort
It’s very family and pet friendly! Clean!
The only reason I gave it 4 stars was for lack of security. It’s not a gated RV park. Everything else is wonderful. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Love the trees and concrete drive thru spaces! Large spaces for your car and bikes. For the fur babies they have lots of disposable spots with bags for clean up. Nice size pool shaded by the trees in the evening from the West Sun. This is our first stay here and it’s been extremely great and quiet. Much more peaceful than we initially thought.
Ninoshka L.ScoutDisney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Is beautiful but safety is not great.
It has a lot of activities to do with the family. Only thing I don’t like is the restrooms. Had a bad experience. Someone was recording one of my family member in the shower. The other person was standing on a seat and recording when someone goes and shower. Disney couldn’t do anything by the time we notice the person left running from the bathroom units. Did not see a face but just a hand and a iPhone with a flashlight on. Be careful. Don’t go alone to the restrooms. Bathrooms are supposed to be lock at night and need a key card to open , but Disney always have it open. If it was locked Disney could had know who enter the restroom when the incident happened.
Eric K.GuideLake Dorr
East side DISPERSED CAMPING
Reading the reviews, people are confused. The east side of Lake Dorr is DISPERSED CAMPING. This dispersed camping area within Ocala National Forest does NOT provide water hookups, restrooms, or picnic tables and does NOT have standard amenities like trash service and campfire permissions.There are two Lake Dorr camping areas. The west side of Lake Dorr is called Lake Dorr Campground. The east side of Lake Dorr is Ocala National Forest Lake Dorr DISPERSED CAMPING. There are NO amenities here. There is soft sand ares due to the ATV use. Spent 4 nights here with no problems.
Lorilee S.LegendLake Louisa State Park Campground
Pretty campground
Very pretty and clean campground. Bathhouse was clean as well. Loved riding our bikes and walking the trails.
Dajah B.TravelerFind Out Farms
Beautiful and peaceful
It's very peaceful. Chickens roam free and we were able to see cows and get farm fresh eggs. 50 AMP and water connections, I saw reviews about the road being bumpy but we didn't have that experience. Everything was smooth. 10/10.
Cory R.ScoutLakeside haven rv park
Garbage
WARNING: DO NOT STAY HERE. Absolute Slum Conditions & Toxic Management. If I could give Lakeside Haven RV Resort negative stars, I would. Do not be fooled by the beautiful pictures they post online—those are from years ago when the park first opened. Today, this place is a neglected, hazardous dump run by a toxic, completely unprofessional management team. We moved in on December 27th, renting a lot and an 18-foot camper for $750/month. We were assured it was "move-in ready." That was a blatant lie. On our first day, I opened the fridge/freezer combo, and hundreds of German cockroaches fell out of it like Niagara Falls. It required three separate bug bombs just to make the place semi-livable. On top of that, Mario, the manager, left a whole turkey in the freezer that thawed out and leaked putrid turkey juices all over the appliance. There was also absolutely no hot water because the water heater had a massive crack in it. It leaked so severely that it saturated the floor, causing the kitchen floor to visibly sag. When they finally came to "fix" the water heater, they smashed a massive hole in the side of the camper and just left it wide open. Because of their negligence, my cat escaped, and my girlfriend and I spent three agonizing days waiting for him to return. Thankfully, he did. The windows were also broken and just covered with cardboard and tape, and the sink was completely backed up because the previous tenant had dumped a hoard of pennies down the drain. When I confronted the manager, Mario, about these biohazards and structural failures, he didn't offer to fix them immediately. Instead, he coldly offered a refund. He knew exactly what he was doing—he put us in a position where we either had to live in a roach-infested, broken camper or be homeless. We had to stay and watch them take their sweet time doing bare-minimum repairs. When anyone has a legitimate issue with the park, Mario gets incredibly rude, nasty, and aggressive. If you express how unhappy you are with the conditions, management's official response is literally: "Don't like it? Move." Management is rarely even on-site—maybe once or twice a month—but they sure know how to cause drama. They constantly spread lies around the park claiming we weren't paying our bills, which is defamation. We have every single receipt proving we have paid on time, every single month. Furthermore, the utility situation is a massive rip-off. There is only one meter for the entire park. Management leaves the lights on and the AC blasting at 68 degrees constantly in common areas, and because of the single meter, the tenants are forced to split the bill for their energy waste. You are also paying out of pocket for "amenities" like a laundry room that should be covered. The park looks like absolute shit. The boat dock is in such disrepair it will literally ruin your boat if you try to use it. Worse than the infrastructure is the total lack of safety. They will let anyone move in here, including active drug users and people with violent, dangerous criminal records. To give you an idea of how dangerous this place is, I accidentally butt-dialed the police once. When the cop arrived, he literally told me that they get so many emergency calls for this park—ranging from domestic abuse to drug issues—that they are forced to come out and physically verify everyone is okay, even for a confirmed accidental dial. The police are fully aware of how awful this place is. There is also zero confidentiality. Management acts friendly to get your money, but once you are locked in, they treat you like garbage and spread your personal business. They literally told brand-new tenants intimate, private medical details about a resident living here with cancer. It is deeply disrespectful, unethical, and disgusting behavior. They trap you, lie about you, neglect the property, and treat you like absolute shit. For the love of God, stay the hell away from Lakeside Haven RV Resort and Mario.
Guide to Winter Garden
Camping options near Winter Garden, Florida range from 15 to 30 miles from the city center, with most sites situated along lakes or within forested areas. The region's subtropical climate creates year-round camping possibilities, though summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with afternoon thunderstorms from June through September. Fall through spring provides more comfortable camping conditions with daytime temperatures between 65-85°F and lower humidity levels.
What to do
Horseback riding and trail access: At Clarcona Horse Park, equestrian activities are the main attraction. "There are horse events, fun to watch, food truck available for breakfast and lunch day of event," notes one visitor. The park offers 22 miles of riding paths with camping sites nearby.
Kayaking on multiple lakes: Trimble Park Campground provides direct water access from most sites. "I paddled my inflatable kayak around lake Carlton and the adjoining lake that has the boat ramp. I launched directly from my campsite," shares one camper. The interconnected lakes offer hours of paddling opportunities.
Swimming in natural springs: Located about 20 miles from Winter Garden, Wekiwa Springs State Park offers crystal-clear spring water maintained at 72°F year-round. "The springs are amazing," reports a visitor, though noting it "gets crowded especially on weekends." Arrive before 9am during summer months to secure entry.
Hiking in state parks: Lake Louisa State Park Campground features rolling hills uncommon to central Florida. "This park has lots to offer - great trails for hiking and biking, boat launches, fishing, or just relaxing," writes one reviewer. The terrain includes pine forests and several small lakes connected by well-marked trails.
What campers like
Private lakefront sites: Trimble Park Campground receives high marks for its waterfront camping. "This is a beautiful and well maintained county park. Several of the sites are right on the water, great walking trails + clean restrooms. The sites are super private, but the lake view makes it totally worth it!" explains one camper. Sites 3-13 provide the best lake views.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Nature encounters enhance camping experiences in the area. "We were serenaded by the cackle of wild turkey, the squeals of wild pig, the yip and yap of coyotes, hoots from resident owls and the occasional shrill from the bobcat," describes one visitor at Lake Louisa. Magnolia Park features resident peacocks that wander freely throughout the campground.
Proximity to attractions: The Orlando/Kissimmee KOA serves as a convenient base for area attractions. "This was the perfect location for our touristy vacation! Most shopping and restaurants are within a 5-10 minute drive. And all the tourist attractions are within 30 minutes: Walt Disney World 15 minutes, Universal Studios 23 minutes, SeaWorld 17 minutes," shares one camper.
Budget-friendly options: Several campgrounds offer economical rates compared to hotels. "For 23 bucks a night you get an electrical hookup which was great for my chevy volt. There's water at your site, a metal fire pit, showers and bathrooms nearby with outlets," notes a visitor to Magnolia Park Campground.
What you should know
Reservation requirements vary by park: Most campgrounds require advance booking, particularly during winter months (December-March). Lake Louisa State Park uses a specific reservation system: "Booking a reservation on a fairly archaic website with a non-sensical process that involves booking 45 days in advance, so you have to time the precise days you want to camp."
Limited tent camping options: RVs dominate most campgrounds in the area. "I called the Winter Garden number listed, which transfers to Encore, Thousand Trails reservations. They were very helpful to inform me that there are only RV sites at this location," reports a visitor to Winter Garden RV Resort. Call ahead if planning to tent camp.
Water concerns: Several campgrounds have water-related considerations. At Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground, "If you go on a weekend, make sure you go EARLY! Line of car starts around 9am and park will close at capacity." At Trimble Park, visitors note: "Keep animals away from the water's edge. We only saw baby gators right off the water's edge."
Highway noise levels: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise. At Winter Garden RV Resort, one camper advises, "Lots of traffic on 50 so, be aware if you can't sleep with noises, you need another location." Similarly, at Bill Frederick Park, a reviewer mentions it is "right next to the highway."
Tips for camping with families
Look for parks with kid-friendly amenities: Magnolia Park Campground offers recreational facilities beyond camping. "There's the lake, a playground, a few volleyball courts, and lots of space to play at the park," writes one visitor. The park also has basketball courts available for family use.
Consider cabin options for easier family trips: Lake Louisa offers family-friendly accommodations beyond tent sites. "Opted for the cabin option during our stay at Lake Louisa and we were very happy with the choice. Cabin was fully furnished and very clean. There was a lot of indoor and outdoor eating space meaning family gathered at our place, which was great!"
Plan for afternoon activities: Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake provides alternatives to outdoor play during hot afternoons. "This park offers every recreation in the book: boating, fishing, biking, hiking, frisbee golf, wildlife watching (petting farm), jungle gyms, horse boarding, grilling spots, swimming pool. There's something here for everyone."
Schedule around crowds: Wekiwa Springs becomes extremely busy during summer weekends. "We stayed at site #43 which has water/elec. hookup, dump station near by. All of the sites seemed level, most are quite private with a fair amount of trees/foliage in between sites," notes one visitor who recommends weekday visits to avoid crowds.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven sites at some parks. "Only complaint was our site was pretty unlevel and we had to max out our Anderson leveling blocks to get it right," mentions a reviewer at Magnolia Park Campground. Bring sufficient leveling equipment.
Electrical capacity limits: Some parks have power limitations. At Winter Garden RV Resort, one camper reports, "We kept tripping the 30A breaker with AC on and a hot plate or microwave. But in the end price seemed reasonable for what it was." Consider running fewer appliances simultaneously.
RV site navigation: At Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, maneuverability can be challenging. "There is not a lot of room in the loops to pull your rv into the spot. There is plenty of room between your rv and your neighbor next to you but not a lot of room across from your spot. We have a 27' rv that is 33' from top to top. Holy moly did it take a lot to get this into our spot."
Accessibility considerations: Some campgrounds offer accessible sites with specific amenities. At Wekiwa Springs, a visitor shares, "our site, 2, was a handicapped one, and beautiful. restrooms directly behind us. being handicapped, the springs were a mile from the campground, which is a problem for people having difficulty walking. My husband pushed me there in the wheelchair. once we got there, Jane, one of the park rangers informed us about the ramp for wheelchairs, and a lift into the water!"
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Winter Garden, FL?
What camping is available near Winter Garden, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Winter Garden, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 358 campgrounds and RV parks near Winter Garden, FL and 9 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Winter Garden, FL?
Which is the most popular campground near Winter Garden, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Winter Garden, FL is Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 132 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Winter Garden, FL?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Winter Garden, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Winter Garden, FL.
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