Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, near River Ranch, Florida, is a lively campground that offers a unique blend of outdoor fun and resort-style amenities. With options for tent camping, RVs, cabins, and even glamping, there's something for everyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors.

This place is packed with activities to keep the whole family entertained. Visitors rave about the horseback riding, petting zoo, and the Saturday night rodeo, which adds a special touch to the camping experience. Clean facilities, including bathrooms and showers, make it easy to stay comfortable during your visit. One camper noted, “The campsites are very well kept,” which speaks to the overall maintenance of the area.

If you're up for some adventure, there are off-roading opportunities nearby, and you can also enjoy airboat rides and zip-lining right on the property. While some campers recommend bringing bikes or renting a golf cart to navigate the expansive grounds, the variety of activities ensures that boredom is not an option. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Westgate River Ranch has plenty to offer for a memorable getaway.

Experience one of the last untouched pieces of Florida wilderness at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo – an authentic Florida dude ranch that lies just one hour South of Orlando in Polk County, FL – where guests can return to the days of "Old Florida" when the state was home to cowboys and cattle ranchers. The Ranch, which lies on 1,700 acres overlooking the scenic Kissimmee River, completed a multi-million dollar renovation in October 2013 and features horseback riding, an award-winning Saturday night rodeo and much more. It's the ideal destination for an unforgettable family vacation getaway!

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

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Westgate River Ranch Resort is an awesome destination with camping, skeet shooting range, rodeo, petting zoo, mini golf, swamp buggy rides, swimming, dining, lodge and much more. 
We were there several years ago and had a blast. The camping area is wooded with hookups. They recently renovated the whole place and I can't imagine it being better than it was. The boys loved the rodeo that was held on the weekend. They even got to participate in chasing the calf to win a prize. Would love to come back and visit again since I am a cowgirl at heart!

Western camping in Florida

All the sites are beautiful! lots of entertainment for all ages. We went on an airboat ride. It was great. we really enjoyed the rodeo.

Awesome

You need a golf cart or bikes to get around

This was a great camp ground

field camping at its worst. pack as many people in as possible and charge an arm and a leg for, if it doesnt get stolen first.

feild camping at its worst. 

Lots of things for kids to do! Also has a rodeo every Saturday night! The only down fall is the prices are a little expensive, other than that lots of fun. 

Little expensive but fun

You can get a RV site through Westgate which is more of a field or through River Ranch RV Resort which has full hook-ups.  We stayed on a waterfront site at River Ranch RV Resort and it was perfect!  We were able to fish right off the dock at our site, there was a fit pit and grill, as well as seating outside (each site could be configured differently).  At Westgate River Ranch (walking distance from our site but still got a golf cart)  we went to the rodeo on Saturday night,  did a swamp buggy ride, skeet shooting, petting zoo and rode a mechanical bull... and there was still more we could have done but ran out of time since we still wanted to relax some 🙃 If you're looking for a great site with tons of activities available River Ranch RV Resort is the place for you! 

River Ranch RV Resort

We stayed in West Gate River Ranch for 2 nights over a weekend. The campsites are very well kept but note that they are not full hookups as they don't have sewer systems. We had to use the bathrooms and they were very clean.  This campground is unique because you are camping in a resort not a typical campground. The resort has many amenities for the family. They have a pool, air-boat rides, a rodeo (Saturdays only), petting zoo, and a fun area for kids with zip lines and other activities. Most activities are at a cost. We did the air boat ride and it was a fun experience. The restaurant is ok, is not great but it has good pulled pork. Due to COVID the place was empty which made it quiet but I bet in another time it can get crowded and loud.  Great weekend camping and great campsite for families with small kids. Bring your bikes as everything is a bit of a walk from the campground.

Camping Cowboy Style

Group of friends and family decided to stay on this gem, I was pleasantly surprised! Clean bathrooms and showers. Lots of amenities for kids like mini golf, zip lining and mechanical bull riding.

Family fun

We actually got a spot at RRRVR (river ranch RV resort) which is on the backside by the smoke house restaurant. It was lot 196 and it was FANTASTIC!  River ranch has so much to do. Rodeos, food, putt putt, petting zoo- and tons more. A great family venue. Will definitely be back. 

Badass campground  

This review relates to River Ranch RV Resort, which is next to the Westgate property. I would personally not stay at the Westgate RV since it is basically just an open field with RV spots. 

  

River Ranch RV next door is a beautiful place with fantastic spots. We stayed in spot 323 which had its own swing and fireplace. Our 37 ft rig fit perfectly and five year old loved riding bike around the park. Everyone was super friendly and I recommend renting a golf cart, though expensive at $60 a day, 

  

Be aware of telephone phone reception. At our spot we could not get any reception with ATT. After buying a Verizon hotspot down the road in Lake Wales, we were able to WFH.a

  

Would highly recommend this spot in Central Florida.

Stay at River Ranch RV Resort Next Door Instead

Good off-roading nearby ! All the amenities you want. Nice staff

Best for amenities in the area!

Tons to do on property including little stores, bbq restaurant, pizza, ice cream etc. Horseback riding, petting zoo, rock climbing. BUT, my only complaint is the noise level of the area. Lots of boat noise, gas golf carts (big property) &amp; it just happened that my neighbors loved their gas blowers &amp; pressure washing lol. Lots of great sites to choose from. Nice staff. Pet friendly. 

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