Fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching draw campers to Sportsman's Cove Resort, a small private campground sitting directly on Orange Lake in McIntosh, Florida. Kayak rentals are available on-site for $10, making the lake accessible even for visitors who arrive without gear. The campground is compact. Its location on a natural, largely undisturbed lake gives it a low-key atmosphere that reviewers consistently note.
The lake is the main draw, but the surrounding area adds context for longer stays. The historic towns of McIntosh and Micanopy are within easy biking and walking distance, and the campground sits along the Florida Birding Trail, making it a practical base for birders working through the region. Anglers report good fishing directly from or near the property. Cell service is poor here, which is worth factoring into trip planning, especially for those who need reliable connectivity. Campers looking for places to camp near Micanopy will find several options in the corridor along Orange Lake, including Sun Retreats Ocala Orange Lake and Golf Resort and Grand Lake RV & Golf Resort, A Sun RV Resort a few miles south.
Full hookups with electric, water, and sewer are available, along with showers, WiFi, and a dump station. The facilities were described as clean, and staff received positive mentions in reviews. As USAtraveler F. puts it, it's "a perfect place to enjoy fishing, wildlife and the Florida Birding Trail." Rates run $39 to $50 per night, pets are welcome, and reservations are available. The campground works best for anglers, paddlers, and birders who want direct water access without a large, busy resort setting.
Description
If you desire a quiet, tranquil location for RVing with a small town atmosphere, lovely oak-lined streets to walk or bike, Sportsman's Cove is the place for you! You will enjoy the warm, friendly attitudes of the owner and staff as well as the year-round, seasonal and short-term guests.
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Map & DirectionsSportsman's Cove Resort is located in Florida near Micanopy
Directions
5423 Avenue F P.O.Box 107 McIntosh, Florida 32664
Address
5423 F Ave
McIntosh, FL 32664
Coordinates
29.45006148 N
82.21400967 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 7 users
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/17/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 7 users
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/17/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 19 min from Ocala, FL
- 21 min from Gainesville, FL
- 42 min from Wildwood, FL
- 1 hr 3 min from Homosassa Springs, FL










