Best Equestrian Camping in Florida

Despite being home to some of the most popular beaches in America, Florida has more freshwater springs than anywhere else in the world. While tourists flood the coastlines, you can head inland to one of Central Florida’s dozen spring systems to find a beautiful, serene spot that is perfect for camping in Florida.

One of the largest, clearest spots is Ginnie Springs, located 35 miles northwest of Gainesville. The year-round 72-degree water is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, scuba, and cave diving. The seven-spring system is a magnet for divers who love the underwater cave system, while the gentle current of the Santa Fe River attracts day tubers and kayakers. Pack a snorkel when you go camping in Florida to be rewarded with glimpses of bass, mullet, catfish, turtles, and other natural critters.

Plus, with over one hundred campsites, visitors to Ginnie Springs can also enjoy accessible camping spots complete with electric hookups. If you’re looking for a truly authentic Florida experience, wilderness sites are also scattered throughout Ginnie Springs’ 200 acres, many of which are right on the riverfront or a spring. You will truly be one with nature as you wake up next to your own crystal-clear spring, waiting for you to dive in.

Another nearby spring system perfect for camping is Rainbow Springs State Park, located 60 miles straight south of Ginnie Springs. Rainbow Springs is the fourth largest freshwater spring in Florida and feeds into the Rainbow River, giving the spring a gentle current that is great for tubing or canoeing.The Rainbow River campground has 60 sites ready for both RVers and tent campers, complete with electrical service.

There is no better way to get in touch with nature or experience camping in Florida than with the natural water systems of the state. These refreshing sites are a unique Floridian attraction that will make your next camping experience stand out above the rest. With The Dyrt, you can be sure to find more unique spots for all your camping in Florida needs.

Best Equestrian Sites in Florida (89)

    1. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

    128 Reviews
    Windermere, FL
    Website
    +1 (407) 939-2267

    $56 - $201 / night

    "Lake is great to sit by or take a boat. Have to rent it from them, unable you take your own. They have nightly campfires that are Disney themed, Chipmunks."

    "The best campground in Florida ! Fun beautiful and lots to do even without going to the parks Wildlife is abundant Bunnies deer turkey"

    2. Manatee Springs State Park Campground

    69 Reviews
    Chiefland, FL
    Website
    +1 (352) 493-6072

    $20 / night

    "Easy access to the park and quick and painless check-in process with reservations. The main road in the campground is fine but the roads to the sites are gravel with potholes."

    "Step into a world of deer, manatee, and unknown river surprises at Manatee Springs State Park."

    3. Wekiwa Springs State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Apopka, FL
    Website
    +1 (407) 553-4383

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

    "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."

    4. Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    58 Reviews
    Jupiter, FL
    Website
    +1 (772) 546-2771

    $26 / night

    "The cost of camping in Florida isn't cheap though this one actually had the value in it given that you could also rent boats and paddle up river alongside manatees to the wild man encampment."

    "Jonathon Dickinson SP, Jupiter Florida Dickinson SP Large park with miles of paved and off road trails for biking and hiking."

    5. Dogwood Campground — O'Leno State Park

    39 Reviews
    Fort White, FL
    Website
    +1 (386) 454-1853

    $18 / night

    "Older Florida park with roots in the CCC and Forestry Service. Large park with hiking, bike and equestrian trails."

    "The campsites are spacious, well shaded, and with in easy walking distance to the Bathhouse/Restrooms. The facilities are kept clean and neat."

    6. Lake Louisa State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    Clermont, FL
    Website
    +1 (352) 394-3969

    $24 - $120 / night

    "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."

    7. Palmetto Ridge Campground — Myakka River State Park

    38 Reviews
    Osprey, FL
    Website
    +1 (941) 361-6511

    $26 / night

    "Hidden cabins, hiking, off-road biking, boating, wildlife...so much beauty and activities to enjoy in this park! The cabins are off the main path, tucked away and private."

    "One of the largest state parks in Florida. This great Park has full and partial hook ups for all styles of camping to include hammock camping."

    8. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground

    36 Reviews
    Suwannee, FL
    Website
    +1 (800) 224-5656

    "Very large unique campground it offers tent camping, RV camping, camping with horses & cabins. Most famous for their events & concerts. Most campers bring their golf cart & ride the trials."

    "Amidst Florida pines and oaks, you will find, the suwannee river. Follow a trail from your campground to the beautiful and dark waters of the Suwannee."

    9. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Micanopy, FL
    Website
    +1 (352) 466-3397

    $18 / night

    "There is a picnic table & a fir pit the fire pit was a little to close to the camper to have a fire. It is a very quiet and woodsy campground."

    "Stayed at site 31 which is probably the furthest walk from parking but the most private. We saw wild bison, wild turkeys, deer, snakes, and several different species of birds."

    10. Blue Hole Campground — Florida Caverns State Park

    33 Reviews
    Marianna, FL
    Website
    +1 (850) 482-9598

    $20 / night

    "My husband and I were pleasantly surprised at our stay at Florida Caverns State Park. Although not a huge cavern such as Carlsbad or Mammoth, Florida Caverns did not disappoint."

    "Really enjoyed getting into this Florida gem and enjoying surrounds. Great place for a stopover in this area of Florida. Even a little rain didn't stop the fun."

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Equestrian Camping Reviews in Florida

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