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J and P Creekside Retreat

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents16 acres · Punta Gorda, FL

Nestled on an sprawling 16.8-acre expanse along the picturesque Shell Creek, our location is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The property is adorned with a lush canopy of diverse trees, showcasing an array of Oak, Hickory, Cypress, Pine, and Sable palms. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our surroundings as you embark on a journey to boat, swim, and fish amidst the stunning natural beauty of Charlotte County, Florida. The waters of Shell Creek beckon you to explore its depths, while the vibrant native wildlife adds to the allure of our idyllic setting. Whether you're seeking a serene kayaking adventure or a leisurely paddleboarding excursion, we offer rentals to enhance your experience on the water. Discover the enchanting landscapes and rich biodiversity that define Charlotte County. From the rustling leaves of the Oak and Hickory trees to the graceful Cypress and Pine, our property is a testament to the beauty of Florida's natural habitat. Sable palms sway gently in the breeze, creating a soothing atmosphere that invites you to unwind and connect with the great outdoors. Indulge in the ultimate escape as you partake in the various activities our location has to offer. Whether you prefer a day of boating on Shell Creek, casting a line for a relaxing fishing session, or simply basking in the beauty of the surroundings, our 16.8-acre haven provides a perfect retreat. Experience the best of Charlotte County, Florida, where every moment is an opportunity to embrace the wonders of nature. Come and create lasting memories as you revel in the tranquility, adventure, and natural splendor our location has in abundance.

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Bell Oaks Ranch 5 min from Beach

10 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Englewood, FL

Going on Year 4 as a hipcamp host! We are so grateful to have met such wonderful guests over the years! This land is very special to us and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. The perfect place to unwind and disconnect from the busy day to day surrounded by nature, farm animals and wildlife. Located in one of the best spots in SW Florida! Hiking trails, horse farms, shopping, restaurants, recreational activities and within minutes from the beautiful FL beaches. Ideal for a weekend getaway or a snowbird vacation!

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Tres Lagos Farm & Garden

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · North Fort Myers, FL

Tres Lagos Camping is part of the Florida agritourism initiative. Where travelers from all over the world come to experience and enjoy a different kind of florida. We’re a small 5 acre family farm involved in the cultivation and preservation of rare and endangered palms with many other edible tropical plants for our visitors to enjoy. You can view our palms at all stages of growth from seed to maturity. Enjoy our U-pick varieties of mangos, Caribbean cherries, sugar cane, bananas, coconuts and we’re adding more all the time. There is even a sugarcane maze and bamboo gardens in progress for the kids and adults to enjoy. But don’t forget your veggies! Get up close and personal with where some of your medicines and vegetables come from. We have some small areas for education about different medicinal plants like Turmeric, ginger, saw palmetto and a few others. Take the tours or classes or just sit back and enjoy the view! Hope to see you soon.

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"R" camp.

12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Clewiston, FL

Primitive campsite Come pitch your tent or bring your rv to"R"camp. You will be surrounded by an oak hammock and pine tree park like setting. Hear the sound of roosters in the morning. Hike through trails observe loads of live stock. Gaze into the night sky filled with stars like you've never seen. so clearly. On a full moon no flashlights are needed. Only an hour and a half from dade/broward county and 15 minutes from lake Okeechobee. All campsites are within two minutes walking of main cabin. If you are looking for an RV park with all types of amenities this is not the place for you this is an off grid property for primitive family camping. "R" camp now have cabins, open link. https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/florida/huge-clewiston-ranch/r-treehouse on 5 acre property near Lake Okeechobee. 6 sites and three cabins available for rental. Large groups welcome. Fun for outdoor activities, biking, bonfires, luxury camping, and more. Equipped with extra RV and tons of room for personal campers and tents. We are located in Hendry County off HWY 80 West; approximately 15 miles from downtown Clewiston and Lake Okeechobee.

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Meadow River Ranch

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents6 acres · Naples, FL

Meadow River Ranch offers 6 rv campsites and 4 tent campsites campsites, in addition to a log cabin rental. Our campsites are for RVs and self contained rigs, We do have out door shower and out house. We are pet friendly! Amazing SUNNY Naples Florida location location location.... This RIVER FRONT Ranch is a very rare property very quiet peaceful 6 PRIVATE ACRES. Pictures say it all short drive to famous Naples Beach. The Log home has a large living room, kitchen, 2nd floor master with single window seat which would sleep another person. Beautiful front porch for the water views and sunsets. The back screened in great room is a great spot to spend an evening. The cabin includes the use use of the Waterfront outdoor kitchen Cabana. Guests love staying here "If you don't like peaceful surroundings and beautiful sunsets and a host that truly goes out of his way to accommodate all your needs then I would avoid this place. We stayed for several days and we were already planning to schedule another stay in the near future. Definitely a must see." See us on YouTube

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Norman B.’s Land

4 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Arcadia, FL

This property has been a horse stable since 2004. Has 11 stalls plus a 2 stall pasture board. Includes horse walker, round pen, 2 horse wash stall, and lighted arena.

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Gulf Coast Getaway

6 sites · RVs5 acres · North Fort Myers, FL

Gulf Coast Getaway is located in North Fort Myers Florida. Our RV Sites are located on raised-up gravel sites with 50 AMP electric hook-ups and water hook-ups. If you have any additional questions please feel free to send us a message. :) We are centrally located in the rural area of the Bayshore Community with only a 5-minute drive to I-75, a 20-minute drive to Downtown Fort Myers, and a 20-minute drive to Babcock Ranch. Being only 5 minutes away from I-75 makes it quick and easy to either drive down south to Bonita Springs to enjoy our local beaches or north to Punta Gorda to explore! Downtown Fort Myers is about a 20-minute drive and has many local restaurants and shops if you want to go out and about. They typically have events on the weekends like Art Walk and Music Walk! We are a 20-minute drive from Babcock Ranch which is the first solar-powered town in America. It is a community open to the public that has several walking/biking trails, a beautiful lake for kayaking/fishing, and a small dog park. They also have a restaurant (Lakehouse Kitchen & Bar) that looks out over the water and live entertainment on certain days of the week! If you are looking for a full farm-to-table experience, Buckingham Farms is 20 minutes from us and is a 85-acre farm with fresh produce grown hydroponically! We are also about 20 minutes from 31 Produce/Cracker Shack Cafe which is a local U-Pick farm that has seasonal fruits/vegetables available, as well as a restaurant, farm animals, and "gem mining"! With just a 1 to 2-minute drive, we have two parks, Nalle Grade Park and Pop Ash Creek Preserve, for those who enjoy nature walks, fishing, or birding. There are also a handful of other nature preserves and parks in the local area that are around a 20 to 25-minute drive! There are many other restaurants, parks, and local businesses nearby for you to enjoy if you want to get out and explore the local area! **We will interact as little or as much as you want.** ***We are a working farm/nursery open to the public Wednesday through Sunday 10am - 5pm*** ***We do NOT have an on-site dump station but there is a full-service Love's Travel Stop about 7 minutes away from us.***

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Scenic Waterway

7 sites · RVs1 acre · North Port, FL

Spacious park-like waterfront setting of back yard, considered by most to be a safe area. Trash and recycle bins, bench swing, outside seating and tables. The waterway offers fishing, small boating and wildlife watching. 7 day stay max as there is no septic dump nearby and is intended to be a stopping point for travelers. Peak season is January and February when this area is extremely competitive to find camping. Dog restrictions (see rules) and no smoking. Orderly and clean property: You and your RV / vehicle must be fairly presentable. No smoking on property. Your RV / vehicle must be in good condition and not in disarray; old vehicles OK if no visible duck tape, etc. Please note HipCamp does not allow me to see phone numbers, so if you type it in a message, I will not be able to call you. You should be able to see which sites and days are available as well as make a reservation on this website, therefore no need to ask me in a message if any site / days are available. Host is 55, single, retired from a large variety of jobs to include two years in Army "intel" and has an interest in most everything. Diet is strictly healthy which mainly omits sugar and corn syrup. Have lived in a campervan six years full time from 2016 to 2021; traveled most of the U.S. to include Alaska but not Hawaii. Have visited popular Canadian areas. Have a 2018 Ford Transit customized and highly developed campervan. Born in Ohio, grew up in Texas / Arkansas. Bought this Florida home in early 2021 that is energy efficient and withstands strong storms well, but not storm proof. Worked diligently for three years to upgrade and improve the property.

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Hub on A and Dub

3 sites · RVs1 acre · Fort Myers, FL

Old Florida style property with gardens. Plenty of room to park and relax. Water and power provided. 10-15 minute drive to Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel. Bikes and kayaks available for use. Restaurants and grocery stores just down the street. Historic downtown Fort Myers offers lots of entertainment, restaurants and shops.

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Dragon Lady Farms

5 sites · RVs10 acres · Punta Gorda, FL

Learn more about this land:10 acre site was previously a working Dragon Fruit Farm, it has currently been cleared out to plant new Dragon Fruit trees and other edibles (work in progress). The property has a large lake in the back stocked with bass, tilapia, and bluegill. Sand Hill cranes, wild hogs, even bob cats have been spotted on the property. Lots of things to do nearby: The Redneck Mud Park is about 3 miles from farm. The Babcock Ranch Eco Tours is about 11 miles, Babcock Ranch Center 17 miles. Fisherman's Village 24 miles.

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Noda’s Ranch

2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Port La Belle, FL

Welcome to our ranch and be prepared to be in a country side. We are a family cattle ranch that loves what we do, there are 40 acres to explore, and you can choose the area that best suits your expectations. You can be close to our refreshing area or far away from us. , You may see us around working the land and are welcome to help if you wanna. We are dog lovers and dogs are welcome, we have two sweet and friendly ranch dogs, females, German Shepherd that walk freely at the property. If you love nature you may be surprised by a deer, alligator, hog, armadillo, panther, turtle, rabbit, raccoon, we already saw so many over here, you can see but please don’t touch, remember they are not pets and are free in their habitats! We producing a delicious raw honey just for us, not selling, you can see some working bees. We have some fruits trees like bananas, oranges, lemons, limes, mangos, avocados, that maybe you are luck and are in the season when you arrive, and yes, you are allowed to pick it if in season. Also you are more than welcome to bring any fruit tree and plant here during your stay. You can watch an amazing sunrise and sunset that are memorable. At night you can prepare delicious s'mores, bring your stuff and gaze into the night sky filled with stars like you've never seen. There is a social area with hammock, relaxing chairs, fire-pit, outdoor open shower, barbecue, table. Bring more chairs if you are a big family. If you like fishing, bring your stuff and you can fish at the water canal that are in the back of our property, we already got some delicious yummy Tilapias. The water that we provide come from a well, we use filters to purify it and use as shower and hose, but bring your drink water. You can bring your UTV and ATV to ride over here. If you are in a mood for a horseback, we can share a contact of a lady that bring them to our property, must be arranged prior to visit. Talking about outside the ranch, you can see our neighbors with orange farms, dragon fruit plantations, passion fruit plantations, bamboo plantations, ostrich farm, chicken farm. The town of LaBelle offers a lot to do and you must visit some places like LaBelle Nature Park, and Barron Park, we love to go there afternoons after grabbing a pizza. Talking restaurants, we can recommend our favorites, like a Italian restaurant, Mexican restaurant, a Brewing co, and a delicious Pelican's SnoBall shaved-ice snow cones that we are addicts of it! We are located 30 minutes from town, no stores or gas stations close by. Please come fully equipped with your own utensils, cooking essentials, food and beverages. We're also within 50 miles away of Estero Beach and 44 miles of Fort Myer. Bring sunscreen and a hat, we are in Florida and it is always super hot over here during the day. Don’t forget the bug repellent and a sweater, sometime the temperature drop during night. You may want a flashlight or headlamp for walking around at night. Enjoy the Florida outdoors lifestyle and we hope you enjoy your stay with us!

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Orange River Getaway With Kayaks

2 sites · RVs5 acres · Fort Myers, FL

Welcome to our 5 acre property tucked away in Buckingham Rural Community. You will have direct river access! My family fell in love with this property when we rescued it from disrepair, it was once known as "Harmony Gardens" and we invite you to join us bringing back the glory. Our property is home to all kinds of wildlife, we have cardinals, bluejays, barred owls, herons, swallow-tailed kites, warblers, huge pileated woodpeckers, and if you wander to the water you may see an alligator or manatee depending on the season. Orange River is the river that passes through the highly rated Manatee Park, we have kayaks and paddleboards available for your pleasure at an additional cost. We have typical comfort restaurants such as Cracker Barrel and Waffle house nearby but I would suggest local flavors of Buckingham Farms and Rum Bucket Grill. I-75 is about 10 minutes away so although we are tucked away, most of FL isnt too far for a day's trip.

The best camping near Mound Key Archaeological State Park guide

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Framed in the lush greenery of the surrounding mangrove forests, camping near Mound Key Archaeological State Park offers a unique experience for those seeking adventure in the heart of nature. Rising more than 30 feet above the crystal-clear waters of Estero Bay, the shell mounds and ridges of Mound Key hold a rich history waiting to be explored. As you set up camp near Mound Key, you'll find yourself immersed in the ancient world of the Calusa Indians. These prehistoric Native Americans were skilled hunters and gatherers who thrived in the southwest Florida region for over 2,000 years. Mound Key is believed to have been their ceremonial center, making it a truly special place to visit. One of the advantages of camping near Mound Key is the abundance of outdoor activities available to you. Lace up your hiking boots and embark on a journey through the park's trails, where you'll discover the remnants of the Calusa civilization. Marvel at the intricate shell mounds and ridges that were once the foundation of their homes and temples. For those seeking a thrill, mountain biking is a popular activity in the area. Feel the wind in your hair as you pedal through the scenic landscapes surrounding Mound Key. The diverse terrain offers a challenge for riders of all skill levels, ensuring an exhilarating experience for everyone. As you explore the park, keep an eye out for the native wildlife that calls this place home. From majestic birds soaring through the sky to playful dolphins dancing in the bay, the natural wonders of Mound Key will leave you in awe.

When to go

The best time to visit Mound Key Archaeological State Park is during Florida's cooler months, from November to April, when the weather is more temperate. Summer months can be hot and humid, with a higher chance of rain and storms, potentially affecting accessibility and comfort.

Know before you go

Access to Mound Key is exclusively by boat, with launches available at nearby Koreshan State Park or Lovers Key State Park.
There are no facilities on the island, so plan to bring water, snacks, and any necessary supplies.
Wear comfortable hiking shoes to navigate the steep terrain and rugged trails.
Check weather conditions before your visit, as the park is open from sunrise to sunset and weather can impact your trip.
Remember to practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the park's archaeological integrity.