9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks provide full hookup options in the Winter Haven area. Cypress Campground & RV Park in Winter Haven offers big-rig friendly sites with both 50-amp and 30-amp electric hookups plus water and sewer connections. Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in nearby Auburndale features 326 sites with full hookups, concrete pads, and 50-amp service. Central Park RV Resort in Haines City accommodates larger rigs with 50-amp service and full hookups on paved sites. Sanlan RV & Golf Resort in Lakeland provides big-rig access with level sites and complete utility connections. "Spaces are tight and roads are narrow with lots of curves and curbs," noted one visitor about Tropical Palms Resort.
Access to these parks remains convenient from Interstate 4, placing guests within reasonable driving distance to Orlando attractions while maintaining a more relaxed atmosphere. Many parks operate year-round in this region, with peak season typically running December through April when northern snowbirds migrate south. Cell service varies across properties, though generally remains reliable with AT&T and T-Mobile showing good coverage at most locations. Dump stations supplement sewer hookups at several parks, with some offering scheduled pump-out service for sites lacking direct connections. Pet policies differ between properties—while most welcome pets with certain restrictions, designated dog areas exist at several parks. Propane refills can be found on-site at Central Park RV Resort, where a visitor mentioned, "They do propane refills for only $2.50 a gallon."
"Nice campground, friendly staff. Can’t speak to price because we’re Thousand Trails members and it’s included in our plan."
"The spot I got was close to restroom with kids is a must if you don’t have other options. Front people were nice and tried to help. Got rained out of my check out time. Had to extend check out."
"It is located by old town in Kissimmee. The RV resort is always neat and clean. Sites are well maintained with full hookups."
"Good internet, cable TV, nice pool, remodeled bathhouse with laundry facilities but does have nice big laundry area by the pool. It is a bit pricey but worth it for access to Disney."
"We had the cheapest type of spot (so, gravel, back-in), but with some skillful angling didn't need to work at leveling."
"Beautiful park located by all the attractions in the area if that's part of your plans. The park was clean, well maintained. I had a beautiful lake view and pool close by everyday."
"The store has so much great stuff and there is always entertainment. They even have a big farmers market on Sundays with tons of vendors."
"Amazing Pool and amenities. Large pull through sites with paver patios, turf, and landscaping. Great activities for the kids. Friendly staff. One of the best resorts we have ever visited."
from $67 - $99999 / night
"We came to Florida to escape NY in 2020, chose from a map! While here, we made good friends with other snowbirds and travelers. There is a nice pool, small playground and 2 laundry facilities."
"The playground looked fun but was closed due to Covid. We ended up staying an extra day and would love to come again sometime! "
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"Sewer location was very far away. Traffic drove very fast through the park. They do propane refills for only 2.50 a gallon. I would return to this park"
"There are more RVers here in the winter than I thought possible in one place not the Hershey or Tampa RV Show. Lots of families, lots of older folks, overall a good mix of people. "
"We enjoy this park a lot because it has so much to offer in the park, nearby, and we often see our friends here each winter."
from $85 / night
"Paris and the park ranger are so nice, property is clean, beautiful trees, grounds and facility's.. A lot of space."
"They were is the process of upgrading from being a trailer park when we were there but the potential was definitely there. The pool was nice and it is a walkable distance from grocery stores."
"Quiet and friendly Close to attractions Nice facilities"
ScoutTim and Leisha were the best! Great campsite close to Disney is what we wanted.. clean and well organized. They make you feel at home and they even invited us to dinner at the pool and provided all the food. I will definitely be going back when I’m in town. They loved our kiddos too!
ScoutQuiet. Definitely skewed toward equestrian. Sites are well spaced. Outer loop is best. Restroom/showers are very well kept. Not much for kids. Short trails are ok. Cayaking is best option if you're in to that. Relax here, enjoy the peace and have your favorite beverage
ScoutGreat location
ScoutZephyrhills 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
ScoutThe 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.
ScoutEverything went pretty well except for one hiccup. Our first night staying there our bathroom drain got backed up with sewage that came back up from the drain which caused a terrible smell of The shower then also clogged and had to shower in puddle of water that got gross from our feet being all dirty because of the mud. I had mistakingly booked the stay without adding the hot tub.. so when we mentioned the issue to Dan(main guy in charge) we asked about the hot tub for the second day since it says it needs to be booked for a 2 night minimum. He said it would be taken care of.. so in our minds of a server and bartender and having worked in the service industry for a long time, we figured that the hot tub would be taken care of for us, considering that it's simply a$30 charge. So l then later get a text message from him asking if the card that I had on file was Ok to charge for the hot tub, and I asked if there would be any sort of compensation for the bathroom situation, he said being charged for one night instead of 2 was the compensation.. which made no sense to me since we only were getting it for one night. To top it off the hot tub was not even hot.. Was def not very impressed by that.
TravelerIf you like peace and quietness this is a place for you. I’m sure it is busier during the winter months. Plenty of shade with a new pool. You can rent canoes, play putt putt or paddle along the Peace river. If you’re into nature just walk the meandering trails through the woods. New concrete pads with a fire pit and picnic table. Everyone was polite and the WiFi was excellent. We stayed in lot 61. It overlooks the pasture with plenty of shade. Lot 60 and 59 also have total coverage and will be one of my next next choices. Plenty of space between your neighbors even make it better
ScoutGreat place just know this campground has no shower house etc it’s just a nice quiet place with a beautiful sunset! Starlink works great
ScoutThe place is very big and spread out , always sites available full hook ups or just water and electric (always alot of these open 20 or more) we have a pass to stay at these sites so we were put in a not so great site ,but talking with front desk (Morgan) she was more than happy to switch us to another site which we were pleased with . Pools clean ,clean bath houses and close to stores (grocery) always love going here . We have a blast . Also its centrally located a hr to coasts ( Venice beach) . Hr and 20 mins from warm mineral springs . River was nice to watch onsite also . Boat ramp also onsite
Winter Haven, Florida's RV parks provide easy access to the area's many lakes and natural attractions. Located in central Florida at about 170 feet above sea level, the region experiences a humid subtropical climate with warm winters and hot, rainy summers. Many campgrounds in the Winter Haven area offer paved or gravel sites that remain accessible year-round, even during Florida's frequent summer thunderstorms.
Explore the wildlife areas: Sun Outdoors Orlando ChampionsGate serves as a convenient base for exploring nearby natural areas. "If you actually care to grab a slice of nature while you are here at Sun Outdoors Orlando, then go for a day trip to Lake Tohopekaliga, which has some pretty amazing bass fishing as well as a few choice places to drop your boat into, like Twin Oaks or Cherokee Point Conservation Areas," suggests a visitor.
Enjoy the nearby attractions: Encore Sherwood Forest puts you within minutes of major theme parks. "You can practically ride your bike to Disney or Sea World properties," notes one camper. "Uber, you can get anything you need without moving your vehicle. Walk to groceries, restaurants, Old Town is 1.5 miles from the traffic light."
Visit LEGOLAND: Cypress Campground & RV Park offers a perfect location for LEGOLAND adventures. "We recently stayed here to go to LEGOLAND Brick-or treat and we had a great experience," shares a guest. "The campground was very clean, with tons of amenities (mini golf and pool)."
Spacious sites: Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in Auburndale stands out for its generous camping spots. "Huge lots with tons of stuff to do," comments one visitor. Another adds, "The sites are awesome and very clean. They each come with a turf pad which the pup loved."
Entertainment options: Winter Haven rv parks feature abundant recreational amenities. "Newer campground, more of a resort type than 'natural' camping. What it lacks in shade it makes up for with 2 nice pools, one geared toward kids with a fountain and very fun twisty slide, music, TV's etc," notes a Camp Margaritaville guest.
Pool amenities: Swimming facilities rank high among camper favorites in rv parks near Winter Haven, Florida. "The pool was nice and it is a walkable distance from grocery stores. The showers and bathrooms were very clean and nice," mentions a Sun Outdoors Orlando ChampionsGate camper.
Varying site conditions: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain or maintenance issues. "Really unlevel, lots of full timers and some of their units have become run down. Good amenities but bad sites. I could not get my unit close to level," reports a Central Park RV Resort guest.
Weather impacts: Florida's rainy season can affect camping experiences. "While you can't blame the park for the weather, recently there's been a lot of rain and rigs of all sizes are up to their rims in muck. Seems to be a draining problem as the water stands for several days," shares a visitor to Encore Sherwood Forest.
Construction activity: Some rv parks in the Winter Haven area undergo renovations. "When we visited, there was a solid amount of road construction going on right in front of Sun Outdoors Orlando, so unless that has changed, then I would highly suggest booking a spot furthest away the front of the campground," advises a camper.
Kid-friendly activities: Thousand Trails Orlando offers numerous options for children. "The resort is impeccable with newly updated bath houses, laundry facilities, 2 pools, playground, camp store, mail room, pickle ball and tennis courts, new basketball court and dock to launch kayaks, boats or fish from," notes a visitor.
Consider less crowded seasons: Peak periods can affect facility availability. "Very crowded. The only negative was that the pool area seemed a little small for the number of people there," shares a Camp Margaritaville visitor about their spring break experience.
Look for wildlife viewing opportunities: Nature encounters enrich family camping trips. "If you rent a golf cart and exploring the wilderness," suggests a Sanlan RV & Golf Resort camper. "This place is lovely. We have stayed here many times. The staff is wonderful."
Check laundry facilities: On-site laundry varies between parks. "The laundry areas are a joke they raised the price despite many machines not operating correctly including frying your clothes, not rinsing soap, no cold water only hot water," notes one longtime visitor to Cypress Campground & RV Park.
Consider site placement carefully: Location within rv parks can significantly impact your stay. "We were in 392, which is right behind the dog run and the amenities area. We don't own a dog and we were awakened by a few dog barks and a lot of owners playing with their dogs," shares a Camp Margaritaville camper.
Look for concrete pads: For stable parking in Winter Haven rv parks, concrete sites provide advantages. "I would come back here again but only to a spot with a concrete pad," advises an Encore Sherwood Forest guest after experiencing muddy conditions at grass sites.
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