Wilderness Shores Ranch Campground!

We will 1000% be returning in the near future! Our 3 kids (aged 9, 7 and 4) had the best spring break there and Cara at the front check in was great too! Everything is just such an experience and we can’t wait to return! Our kids especially loved being able to pet and feed the Billy goats and their precious babies!

Malori G.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2026

18 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·

I truly loved the views! You can kayak, have picnics in different areas, and I absolutely loved seeing the animals walking around freely. The bathrooms were clean, there were garbage cans everywhere, and the staff were very kind and helpful. Such a wonderful place!” 🌿 I will definitely come back with family next time.

Marie R.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2026

Awesome place!

Tent · With pets ·

Well kept property and nice staff. Loved the animals and the trailes to explore! Overall amazing place to stay!

Kate O.

2 reviews

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· March 2026

Camping with animals!

16 ft car ·

What a place! We enjoyed every minute of our stay here. Clean sites with fire pits (some with grills too), water and picnic tables. Cows, horses, goats roaming free. Water access for those that’d like to fish! Will definitely come back!

Andre H.

4 reviews

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· February 2026

26 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

Absolutely loved our time at Wilderness Shores! It was incredibly laid back & relaxing; beautiful views, friendly animals & people! Bathrooms were clean & the warm water was great! Highly recommend taking a horseback ride!

Hillary B.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2026

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We loved camping at Wilderness Shores! Our favorite part was feeding and petting the animals. The camping sites are very clean. The bathhouse is private and clean with warm water: The staff is very friendly and welcoming. We will be booking our next stay very soon. Toddler friendly place. The kids and dogs loved it. Also there wasn’t a lot of bugs so that was a plus.

Cecilia G.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2026

Will be coming back

Tent · With pets ·

I loved camping with my wife at the property. It was my first time camping and this did it. We are definitely coming back. Bathrooms are clean and I love having the option for hot showers.

Georgea S.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2026

Tent ·

We had such an amazing experience here. From arriving and seeing the adorable animals and scenery, greeted so friendly, and setting up camp at such a beautiful spot on the water. The place is kept up well and offers so many cool experiences with the trails you can walk on, water and the goats and cows you can feed and interact with. Such a unique experience even just staying for a night was wonderful. Will definitely be returning. Highly recommend! So much fun

Shelly N.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2026

Amazing experience

Tent ·

Tons of shore to fish and explore. Awesome to see all the animals roam freely throughout the campsite and the restrooms were the best I’ve seen for a campground. Will be back but next time I’ll be getting food to feed the goats and longhorns!

Michael B.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· January 2026

Tent · With kids ·

A great place to bring your family- friendly owners /staff and lots of activities especially young kids

Ross H.

2 reviews

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· January 2026

16 ft car ·

I loved rooftop camping on Paul’s land! Ground is level and easy to set up on. Cow and goat feeding was so fun! Loved riding around the land and seeing all the wildlife.

Hannah G.

2 reviews

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· January 2026

Tent ·

My son returns annually to spend a few days at this lovely spot. Highly recommend!

Deborah A.

4 reviews

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· January 2026

Tent · With pets ·

Tent camping was fantastic. My two boys loved being right on the water and that the goats and longhorns walk right up to the tent. Clean showers and bathrooms, friendly staff, and small camp store stocked with camp essentials. Will definitely return in the future

Colin W.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2026

31 ft Class C · With pets ·

Not your typical campground. That’s what makes it stand out. Very helpful staff and would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a different experience than your normal campground.

Rob M.

3 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· January 2026

30 ft travel trailer · Group trip ·

Stuff is very friendly nd helpful. Facilities were very clean, landscape and sites were very spacious and great views. Free range animals were very enjoyable. Definitely worth the money and the trip. But be prepared for the train, sirens of the fire stations and the wild birds at night. Don’t forget your ear plugs !

Amanda F.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2025

Camping and animals...

16 ft car ·

We love this place. Everything about it is amazing. Staff is great as well. Only complaint is the almost dry wood. But that's not their fault.

Scott S.

2 reviews

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· December 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Cool spot!! Fun family community style camping! We had fun waking and exploring the ranch and all it had to offer

Zach S.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2025

You won't feel

I have been coming to wilderness shores since they opened. The Pipers and a group of us have made it a point to come 3-4 times per year. Paul and his team make you feel welcomed. It has gotten considerable busier which is a good thing. The bathrooms need some sprucing up but besides that... amazing as always

Angelo's H.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2025

Beautiful place and great staff

Tent · With kids ·

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The campgrounds are gorgeous and the roaming cattle are magical. The staff was lovely! Everyone was friendly and helpful. I would not stay in the Oakwood forest again. I would stay in another area for three reasons: 1) the site is too far from the bathrooms 2) a train comes by and shakes the ground, in addition to being extremely loud. 3) there was construction going on and that was just off putting. They need more bathrooms. There are five bathroom/showers and for the amount of people that camp on a busy weekend — it is not nearly enough. We will return and stay in a different area. We absolutely loved the rest of the experience.

Kim R.

2 reviews

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· November 2025

Amazing

22 ft campervan · With kids ·

Love this place fourth time I’ve been, Beautiful setting, staff are amazing Will be going again

Lewis P.

4 reviews

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· October 2025

Tent · Group trip ·

This place is absolutely fantastic. The campsites are so well maintained, the scenery is incredible & Paul is the best (make sure you get to hear one of his jokes after you check in). There are beautiful longhorns roaming around the campsites and goats in a pen you can go feed. Oh and the bathrooms? Impeccable. So clean and very nice. Truly cannot recommend this place enough. We will be back!!!

Rachel B.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Tent · With kids ·

The place was beautiful. Very clean. You can tell Paul takes pride in his work. My family enjoyed our time there.

Jono G.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Tent · With kids ·

We had an amazing time camping here for my husband's birthday 🎂 waking up to the animals in the morning was our daughters favorite part. Maisie is so lovable and sweet we can't wait to come back.

Katie M.

2 reviews

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· October 2025

Camping surrounded by animals

Tent · Group trip ·

It was an amazing place. I love the ranch. The animals were very friendly. I would be back God willing next month.

Gicela R.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

Camping with the animals!!!!

Tent · With kids ·

It was an absolutely amazing experience. We woke up one morning with Texas longhorns and calfs eating grass right outside our tent. The next morning is was horses and a donkey. Not behind a fence or where you had to walk to see them. Roaming right around your camping site. Our board game was interrupted when a group of goats came and joined us at the table and wanted to see what we were doing. The atmosphere was amazing, staff friendly and helpful. Memories unforgettable. We will be back and already have friends asking us where we were at. Just bring extra shoes, cow patties are part of the experience.

Randy B.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

29 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

Great place to get outdoors and enjoy a little bit of Gods country, Waking up to the Long Horns in your camp or the goats running around looking for a handout, it is the best possible disconnect from the daily grind! Bass fishing in the endless finger lakes was awesome, not just fishing but a little bit of catching. Horse back riding with Rachel was huge highlight that allowed us to see the entire property, a must do! Paul and his team work hard to provide the best possible experience in a peaceful setting to allow you to get back to the simple basics and enjoy what we take for granted! Take one night and treat yourself to one of the nice restaurants in downtown Lakeland ! Regards, Pat

Patrick S.

10 months on Hipcamp

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· June 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Second time staying here. This is one of our favorite spots to come and stay. Will continue to stay here.

Josh K.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

Tent ·

We loved camping here. It was a great place to just sit back and relax with plenty of opportunity for activities as well! The staff was helpful with any questions and we were in easy reach of a grocery store. We will definitely be visiting again!

Haylie C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

I stayed at the Shoreline Tent Camping area at Wilderness Shores Ranch in Lakeland, FL for the weekend. The property itself is beautiful—right on the lake with stunning views and surrounded by nature. One of the best parts was the chance to interact with the friendly animals on the ranch, including long-horned cows, goats, and horses. The staff were also very welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. However, there were a few downsides worth noting. Trains pass by very frequently at night—about once an hour—and they’re loud enough to wake you up. On top of that, there’s an active gun range nearby that was really noisy during the day, especially on the weekend. The campsites are quite close together, so there’s not much privacy. It also looked like the sites weren’t cleaned between campers—there was leftover firewood in the pit and some general debris around. Overall, it’s a great place if you’re looking for a rustic, nature-connected experience and don’t mind the noise. Just go in knowing what to expect.

Mara D.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Already planning my next visit

Tent · Group trip ·