The best camping near Cape Canaveral with horseback riding

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Cape Canaveral is blasting off. Not far from Orlando, Cape Canaveral houses the Kennedy Space Center and the Air Force Space & Missile Museum. If you prefer the ground to the galaxy, check out the wildlife areas around the peninsula. With the Banana River and Atlantic Ocean as neighbors, the city boasts ample beach campsites and recreation areas. No matter what you’re looking for, you’ll have your pick of beaches that range from relaxing sands to party shores. Settle into your seaside campground and get to know Florida’s Space Coast.

92% (337) 11 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Cape Canaveral

Forever Young Farm

1. Forever Young Farm

95%
(194)
23mi from Cape Canaveral · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Sean and Mari are avid back packers, pole vaulters and surfers. We love and welcome you to our little 5 acre farm. My husband and I travel frequently and rely on little slices of heaven during our travels. We hope to share that with you all. Mari is a nurse practitioner and Sean is a pole vault coach. We got married on this very property. Happy camping!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$48
 / night
Peaceful Pastures

2. Peaceful Pastures

100%
(22)
28mi from Cape Canaveral · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property is in the country on over an acre of grassy pasture land yet only 5 minutes from the hospital, Publix, and main roadways - US1 and I95. Enjoy peace and privacy in a natural wooded setting that is fenced and gated with only 3 sites total. A Disc Golf park is 5 minutes away as well as numerous local golf courses throughout the area. The Indian River is perfect for kayaking, jet skiing, or fishing and is a 5-minute drive. If you want to get sand between your toes, the beautiful beaches on the Atlantic Ocean are a short 20-minute drive over the Melbourne or Sebastian causeways. Disney and Orlando theme parks are approximately 1.25 hours away; less than 1 hour from Kennedy Space Center and Port Canaveral. Located in one of the top places in the country to live, Brevard County aka The Space Coast offers a tropical climate, lots of sunshine, and continual rocket launches that are easily viewed from our property.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$36
 / night
Lakeside RV site

3. Lakeside RV site

100%
(153)
48mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · RV
Learn more about this land: A little slice of paradise! Lakefront RV site with electric, water and sewer. Close to new Smyrna Beaches, Daytona Beach events and theme parks. Fishing from your private dock, kayaking (two kayaks available for free) or just enjoy the view! Private. Between Cabbage Patch and Foxhead, famous motorcycle stops. Close to Disney, Kennedy Space Center and beautiful beaches and springs. Motorcycles and horses, boats welcome.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$63
 / night
Pacho and Friends

4. Pacho and Friends

90%
(5)
46mi from Cape Canaveral · 5 sites · Lodging
The property consists of a beautiful, agricultural 20 acres!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$150
 / night
Bear Knot

5. Bear Knot

100%
(2)
33mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · Tent, RV
Currently the property is raw land. With very little touch of man. It is in an old country neighborhood that touches a newer neighborhood with plenty of dining choices. There is a natural unkept pond with mucky dark water that has Lilly pads. There are parts of the Econ river that rise and lower with the seasons. There may or may not be chickens running the property. There are fallen trees and overgrown areas. There are some internal fences with gates we are working to remove or restructure. There is parking for off grid rvs. No amenities are offered currently. We behaved leashed dogs are allowed.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$44
 / night
Country Setting Camp

6. Country Setting Camp

87%
(26)
14mi from Cape Canaveral · 3 sites · RVs
Front 2 acres you will find lots of flowers and an amazing fire-pit. We have owned the property for 10 years and are so excited to open it up to you! My neighbors and I have beautiful birds, you'll be able to hear and experience so many beautiful birds. Pitch your tent in beautiful trees with sounds of exotic birds and have your own picnic table. Fire pit potable water, toilet and shower is available in beautiful Rv on site. Come take a dip in the pool and cool off under the Florida sun. There is flush toilet and shower for you to clean off as well.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$39
 / night
Silver Springs Equestrian Center

7. Silver Springs Equestrian Center

88%
(4)
38mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · RV
Silver Springs is located on 10 acres of beautiful Florida terrain with a 23 stall barn, 1 covered arena, 1 outside arena and round pen. We have 3 RV hook ups with 50 amp and water included. Horses are welcome. We are located 45 minutes from Cocoa and Daytona Beaches, Disneyland, the St. Johns River, and Cape Canaveral. We are .5 miles from Geneva Wilderness Area that has hiking and horseback riding trails. We can provide horse back lessons and trail riding. Sites are gated for security. We have washer/dryer available and 1/2 restroom (no showers)
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$65
 / night
A Unique Glamping Experience

8. A Unique Glamping Experience

83%
(6)
8.5mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · Lodging
For those who are brand new to the rv/travel trailer/camper/“tiny house” living community, this is a perfect way to experience this lifestyle without making the commitment. Visiting Kennedy Space Center? We are only 5minutes away. Going on a cruise and need a place to stay before you board? Spend the night in our cozy camper that has more amenities than most hotel rooms have. This is a family-friendly Dutchmen Colorado travel trailer complete with bunkhouse, fully stocked kitchen, nice size refrigerator and freezer, microwave, gas stove, AC and heat, indoor shower, compostible* toilet, and electric fireplace. *We decided to upgrade the toilet to a compostible toilet. It’s easy to use. This is a stationary trailer parked on a driveway in a residential lot. It is ideal for small families or 4 adults or less. There is a master bedroom (with queen bed), a bunkhouse with 3 smaller/kid sized beds, and a futon/couch in there as well. There is also a couch in the living room area that converts into a bed. The dinette also converts into extra sleeping space.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$100
 / night

Cape Canaveral is blasting off. Not far from Orlando, Cape Canaveral houses the Kennedy Space Center and the Air Force Space & Missile Museum. If you prefer the ground to the galaxy, check out the wildlife areas around the peninsula. With the Banana River and Atlantic Ocean as neighbors, the city boasts ample beach campsites and recreation areas. No matter what you’re looking for, you’ll have your pick of beaches that range from relaxing sands to party shores. Settle into your seaside campground and get to know Florida’s Space Coast.

92% (337) 11 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Cape Canaveral

Forever Young Farm

1. Forever Young Farm

95%
(194)
23mi from Cape Canaveral · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Sean and Mari are avid back packers, pole vaulters and surfers. We love and welcome you to our little 5 acre farm. My husband and I travel frequently and rely on little slices of heaven during our travels. We hope to share that with you all. Mari is a nurse practitioner and Sean is a pole vault coach. We got married on this very property. Happy camping!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$48
 / night
Peaceful Pastures

2. Peaceful Pastures

100%
(22)
28mi from Cape Canaveral · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property is in the country on over an acre of grassy pasture land yet only 5 minutes from the hospital, Publix, and main roadways - US1 and I95. Enjoy peace and privacy in a natural wooded setting that is fenced and gated with only 3 sites total. A Disc Golf park is 5 minutes away as well as numerous local golf courses throughout the area. The Indian River is perfect for kayaking, jet skiing, or fishing and is a 5-minute drive. If you want to get sand between your toes, the beautiful beaches on the Atlantic Ocean are a short 20-minute drive over the Melbourne or Sebastian causeways. Disney and Orlando theme parks are approximately 1.25 hours away; less than 1 hour from Kennedy Space Center and Port Canaveral. Located in one of the top places in the country to live, Brevard County aka The Space Coast offers a tropical climate, lots of sunshine, and continual rocket launches that are easily viewed from our property.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$36
 / night
Lakeside RV site

3. Lakeside RV site

100%
(153)
48mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · RV
Learn more about this land: A little slice of paradise! Lakefront RV site with electric, water and sewer. Close to new Smyrna Beaches, Daytona Beach events and theme parks. Fishing from your private dock, kayaking (two kayaks available for free) or just enjoy the view! Private. Between Cabbage Patch and Foxhead, famous motorcycle stops. Close to Disney, Kennedy Space Center and beautiful beaches and springs. Motorcycles and horses, boats welcome.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$63
 / night
Pacho and Friends

4. Pacho and Friends

90%
(5)
46mi from Cape Canaveral · 5 sites · Lodging
The property consists of a beautiful, agricultural 20 acres!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$150
 / night
Bear Knot

5. Bear Knot

100%
(2)
33mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · Tent, RV
Currently the property is raw land. With very little touch of man. It is in an old country neighborhood that touches a newer neighborhood with plenty of dining choices. There is a natural unkept pond with mucky dark water that has Lilly pads. There are parts of the Econ river that rise and lower with the seasons. There may or may not be chickens running the property. There are fallen trees and overgrown areas. There are some internal fences with gates we are working to remove or restructure. There is parking for off grid rvs. No amenities are offered currently. We behaved leashed dogs are allowed.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$44
 / night
Country Setting Camp

6. Country Setting Camp

87%
(26)
14mi from Cape Canaveral · 3 sites · RVs
Front 2 acres you will find lots of flowers and an amazing fire-pit. We have owned the property for 10 years and are so excited to open it up to you! My neighbors and I have beautiful birds, you'll be able to hear and experience so many beautiful birds. Pitch your tent in beautiful trees with sounds of exotic birds and have your own picnic table. Fire pit potable water, toilet and shower is available in beautiful Rv on site. Come take a dip in the pool and cool off under the Florida sun. There is flush toilet and shower for you to clean off as well.
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$39
 / night
Silver Springs Equestrian Center

7. Silver Springs Equestrian Center

88%
(4)
38mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · RV
Silver Springs is located on 10 acres of beautiful Florida terrain with a 23 stall barn, 1 covered arena, 1 outside arena and round pen. We have 3 RV hook ups with 50 amp and water included. Horses are welcome. We are located 45 minutes from Cocoa and Daytona Beaches, Disneyland, the St. Johns River, and Cape Canaveral. We are .5 miles from Geneva Wilderness Area that has hiking and horseback riding trails. We can provide horse back lessons and trail riding. Sites are gated for security. We have washer/dryer available and 1/2 restroom (no showers)
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$65
 / night
A Unique Glamping Experience

8. A Unique Glamping Experience

83%
(6)
8.5mi from Cape Canaveral · 1 site · Lodging
For those who are brand new to the rv/travel trailer/camper/“tiny house” living community, this is a perfect way to experience this lifestyle without making the commitment. Visiting Kennedy Space Center? We are only 5minutes away. Going on a cruise and need a place to stay before you board? Spend the night in our cozy camper that has more amenities than most hotel rooms have. This is a family-friendly Dutchmen Colorado travel trailer complete with bunkhouse, fully stocked kitchen, nice size refrigerator and freezer, microwave, gas stove, AC and heat, indoor shower, compostible* toilet, and electric fireplace. *We decided to upgrade the toilet to a compostible toilet. It’s easy to use. This is a stationary trailer parked on a driveway in a residential lot. It is ideal for small families or 4 adults or less. There is a master bedroom (with queen bed), a bunkhouse with 3 smaller/kid sized beds, and a futon/couch in there as well. There is also a couch in the living room area that converts into a bed. The dinette also converts into extra sleeping space.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$100
 / night

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The best camping near Cape Canaveral with horseback riding guide

Where to go

The Space Coast Beaches

Head south of Cape Canaveral for fun in the sun. Surfers flock to Cocoa Beach: home to the Florida Surf Museum. If you’d rather stroll than surf, take your pet for a walk along the Cocoa Beach pier. Or, continue south along the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll reach plenty of beaches and local parks, many of which allow RV and tent campers to spend the night.

Merritt Island

One of Florida’s largest islands, Merritt Island embraces campers who want to kayak, swim, relax, and spot wildlife. If you’re itching to see coastal Florida’s biodiversity, head to the Ulumay Wildlife Sanctuary. Look long enough, and you may spot pelicans and dolphins. If that’s not enough of a wildlife fix, head to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Walk along the sanctuary’s trails and boardwalks, and explore the Canaveral National Seashore. 

The Indian River Lagoon

The Indian River Lagoon is actually an estuary that stretches for more than 150 miles. Meander along the lagoon—whether by road or by kayak—and keep your eyes peeled for herons and redfish. Book a campsite with a grill, and the day’s catch can become the night’s dinner. If you want to learn more about the lagoon, the Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park is roughly an hour south of Cape Canaveral. 

When to go

Florida is the Sunshine State for a reason. With year-round sun, the state offers campers a generous window to experience the weather’s best. Summertime in Florida, however, can feel unbearably hot and is one of the riskier times to visit; Florida’s hurricane season extends from June to November. To play things safe or beat the winter blues, Cape Canaveral camping may be best between late fall and early spring.