Glamping in Crescent Lake
Fish, swim, or go for a hike at this northern Florida lake.
- Crescent Lake
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Runaway Bay Lodge
7 sites · Lodging1 acre · Seville, Volusia
Runaway Bay Lodge - a place where Love and Magic Happen
After the 4 mile trip through The Lake George State Forest, you will pass two small RV campgrounds of Pine Island.
Runaway Bay Lodge is the first private property past The Pine Island RV Campground, on the right side of the street.
OUR PROPERTY IS NOT LOCATED IN THE CAMPGROUND.
We have 4 separate units on our property, including 2 cabins and 3 yurts, Each cabin and yurt is set up with only one bed, in each. We are a perfect spot for solo journeyers and couples. Larger groups can rent multiple units. We also host 3rd party retreats for up to 12 total guests.
We do allow cannabis smoking on our property, in the common areas outside of the tents and cabins.
We offer our exclusive Magic M Meditations, Yoga, Plant Based Vegan, Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian Meal Options, Moxibustion, Kundalini, Tantra, Energy work and other holistic well-being services, Small Group Retreats, Boat Tours and Boat Rentals.
Use of a private vehicle is required.
The property is on a natural 46000 acre lake that is connected to The Atlantic Ocean by The St Johns River.
This location offers abundant wildlife refuge.
This can be exciting, but dangerous.
Please do not feed or approach the wildlife.
You may see alligators, snakes, otters, manatees, as well as several species of fish and birds, including, but not limited to, american bald eagles, egret, heron, seagulls, bass, mullet, crappie, bluegill and more.
Please simply use caution and do not attempt to disturb the animals or their environment.
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Waterfront Camp/Glamp/RV
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Marineland, Flagler
Beautiful waterfront lot with nearly an acre of land. Access to the water view, and 1 mile from a beautiful beach that’s rarely crowed. There is a rustic shared camping cabin with a shower, toilet and kitchen which was built by my grandfather in the 1930s. You have access to many hoses and it’s possible to hook up an RV for an extra charge. The property is large, as we own 3 lots, so there is plenty of space to post up. We will be adding a luxury water view glamping tent soon if you would like an upgrade. The main 3 bedroom house is also for rent and sleeps 10 people.
We have two paddleboards for rent, and its possible to pay to use a laundry room if its available. Private yoga and massage is also available, but must be booked in advance.
Paddleboards: $15/hour or $35/day
Washer-Dryer: $10/day
Massage/Yoga: $100/hour
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Serene Forested Blueberry Farm
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Ft. Mc Coy, Marion
Located on 5 acres in the Ocala National Forest, Hookie's Hideaway is the perfect place to stay for easy access to all of nature's bounty and activities. This property is easily accessible, serene and peaceful. Campsites are in a beautiful grove of pine and sycamore trees. We are surrounded by forested camping areas and close enough to drive into town to pick up groceries or get a meal. We have a "you pick them" blueberry farm when in season.
We are close to hiking, horse trails, lakes and springs. Bocce Ball and Croquet is available to play here anytime! We are only a short distance away from amazing horse riding trails and Florida's most popular natural springs.
We live on the property and are available during normal business hours. We are free to ask questions and give suggestions for surrounding activities and dining options. We will interact as little or as much as you need.Birds singing in the morning and crickets at night ensure a restful getaway here. Our property is the perfect place to escape the noise and high paced city life.
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Tiny House + Marina near springs!
1 site · Lodging4 acres · Seville, Volusia
Brand new waterfront tiny house with amazing sunsets and views 😍 Message me for weekly and monthly significant discounts. Bring your boat and toys as there’s so much to do in nature. Fish off the deck or from the yard, zip over to the springs in 10 minutes or head over to the St Johns river for a meal. The tiny house has a vegetable garden you are free to do with as you please as well as cornhole and games for your use under the 5th wheel. There is a camp store on site for snacks, bait, drinks, ice, fire wood etc. We are surrounded by conservation land and we have one of the highest populations of bald eagles. We also have friendly squirrels that love to tap on the door for nuts 🥜 in the morning. Turtles, small alligators and a very diverse bird population to name a few are always around.
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Rooterville Animal Sanctuary
16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Keystone Heights, Putnam
Rooterville is a nonprofit home to over 100 rescued farm animals of all types, THEY make it an amazing place to visit! When you stay with us, you are welcome to explore the sanctuary and interact with the animals. The only place off limits is our cow/horse pasture.
Come on out to the country for the experience of a lifetime interacting with sweet farm animals in luxury accommodations or bring your own RV or a tent and "rough" it in your choice of spots on our beautiful 20 acre property surrounded by lots of amazing wild creatures of all sorts and our friendly animal ambassadors.
Maybe you'll spot a bald eagle getting a meal from our ponds!
There's so much to see and enjoy right here at the sanctuary, we have over 100 rescued animals who can't wait to meet you and maybe bum a snack from you too.
If you get bored, there is plenty to do nearby:
Goldhead Park, a paved Bike Trail, Jacksonville, St Augustine, High Springs, Ocala and Gainesville are all within an hour's drive.
Melrose is quaint and rural.
We don't rush here.
Except at feeding time!
You'll get to experience that too. Trolley Tours are free on weekends.
We can't wait to meet you!
You'll come as a guest and leave as a friend!
No smoking in our units, no pets or meat prepared on our grills on the property please.
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The Griffin Ranch
1 site · Lodging30 acres · Fort Mc Coy , Marion
One of Floridas old saw mills. Located on a 30-acre ranch minutes from the Ocala Forest and springs like Salt Springs, Juniper and Silversprings.
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The Olde salt Springs Camp
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Salt Springs, Marion
This rustic 2 bedroom with 1 outside bathroom cabin is on one acre in the woods. 10 mins from fishing,swimming,boating, and lots of adventures. Take a break from reality and visit this cabin. This unit is also close to a park for kids, town grocery store and restaurants. This unit has a full size refrigerator and electric cookware but no oven/stove.
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Hush Haven
1 site · Lodging5 acres · Palatka, Putnam
Lakefront, peaceful nature setting. Yet 2 minutes to Walmart, Publix etc. near The Ravine Gardens.
23 miles from St. Augustine
Fire pit, dock, hammocks, fishing rods,
Spring fed lake with great fishing and swimming. Excellent bird watching.
On-site chef.
Dog friendly.
Small camper for two people.
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The Hermitage Bus in Glenwood
1 site · Lodging3 acres · De Land, Volusia
Stay in a 1970s Vintage Blue Bird Wanderlodge Bus we call The Hermitage Manatee. It's a 35ft camper perfect for the adventurer who is open to TINY living and escape to nature. It is located on a private acre section of our property next to our home. Plenty of parking for your motorcycle, trailer or truck. We are located outside Ocala Nat'l Forest, 2.5 mi. from a National Wildlife Refuge, 4 mi. from DeLeon Springs State Park and 6 mi. from Stetson in Downtown Deland and close to Daytona Beach.
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Camp Declan
1 site · Lodging6 acres · Interlachen, Putnam
Camp Declan is difficult to describe because it is so many things rolled into one. First, it is a private six-acre hardwood forest with 400’ of shoreline on a fresh-water, all-purpose lake. The air is clean and fresh and the fish, birds and Florida wildlife teem around you. Second, are the three buildings Cabin, Cabana and Bunkhouse. Each has a bathroom and the Cabin and Bunkhouse accommodate 18 overnight guests comfortably. The Cabana serves as outdoor bar/kitchen and hangout. Larger groups can be accommodated with a little ingenuity, too. Third, the layout of the property is such that the lake and large floating dock are always the star of the show. Whether you’re playing volleyball, badminton or horse shoes, sitting around the fire pit or canoeing on the lake, the sum of its parts makes a wonderful private indoor/outdoor lodging and recreation space for fishing, swimming, boating and grilling. Learn more about this land:"Old Florida" lake cabin, deck, dock, 12-bed bunkhouse, fully-equipped indoor kitchen, outdoor kitchen/bar and hot outdoor & indoor showers. Private, fenced grounds overlooks firepit, zipline and anchored swim raft. Ideal for groups up to 18 who seek a down-to-earth "fish camp" experience.
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Sunny Daze Beach Bungalow
1 site · Lodging1 acre · New Smyrna Beach, Volusia
Quaint and cozy corner to relax and enjoy a tropical getaway in beautiful New Smyrna Beach in an air conditioned camper on a comfy mattress. 10 minutes from the white sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean where you can drive on parts of the beach, and have access to a dog beach. There is plenty to do at the beach and surrounding waterways, including surfing, both fresh and salt water fishing, hiking, kayaking, and biking. We are 30 minutes from Daytona International Speedway. Disney, Universal and Sea World are about an hour aways. Kennedy Space center is 45 minutes away so you're likely to see a launch during your visit. Plus there are 5 golf courses within 15 minutes. New Smyrna Beach offers an array of fine dining and, of course, lots of sunshine.
The Ocala National Forrest is a 20 minute drive away at the closest entrance, with plenty of off road driving and outdoor activities available. Merrit Island National Preserve is 30 minutes South, where you can see the Manatee, or take a hike, put in the kayaks. Sugar Mill restaurant that has boat tours is 30 minutes to the West...DeLand was voted best small town in 2022. There is a park within a 5 minute walk with skating, basketball, tennis, racquetball and a playground. Tons of delicious restaurants in the area...I'm happy to recommend a few.
We currently have 1 site set up, and have others planned including a basic tent site, as well as a camper. There is a private outdoor bathroom with hot shower and toilet. There is a place to park your car inside the fence, a place to build a fire, and privacy screening for when you're relaxing back at camp.
We're starting off with a low nightly rate until we get some reviews and bookings under our belt, then will increase with comps in the area. Minimum 2 night stay.
Check in is after 1pm and check out is before 11am. Please keep in mind that our quiet hours are after 10pm. Don’t forget to bring your swim suit and towels! We do not have a kitchen or cooking utensils onsite - please plan to bring your own if cooking. Homeowner on site.
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Beautiful Lake Camp
1 site · LodgingInterlachen, Putnam
Main “house” is from the 70’s love the trees in the center of the house.Learn more about this land:Hello, I have a cute vintage camper to camp in. It has a full size bed with memory foam mattress. Full outdoor bathroom with compost toilet. Camper has AC and a heater in winter. (please make sure these are turned off when not in camper)!You will have access to an amazing outdoor kitchen, fire pit, fishing poles, canoe, and kayak. Please return all item as you found them! This lake is great for swimming, and bass fishing.The outdoor kitchen has microwave, coffee pot, grill, large cooler for you to use to put food in. There is a table and chairs in the screened in kitchen area. There is wifi however at times its spotty.PETS MUST BE APPROVED! I have chickens so IF approved they can be put up. I also have two small dogs on my own.YOU MUST CLEAN UP AFTER PET!Absolutely ZERO smoking inside camper. You may smoke outside however make sure you dispose of butts in trash can NOT IN CAMP FIRE. 🔥 We recycle! Please only put cans and plastic bottles in recycling. Here in Putnam county they do NOT recycle glass. 😔 The “main house” is not my primary home so I may or may not be here when you are camping. HAPPY GLAMPING:)
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Star Hosts in Crescent Lake
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Glamping in Crescent Lake guide
Named, unsurprisingly, for its mildly crescent-like shape, this large northern Florida lake is a great place for swimming and fishing, as well as hiking over four miles of walking trails. Primitive group camping and a covered picnic pavilion are available in the adjacent Haw Creek Preserve State Park, while plenty of reservable Hipcamps can also be found on the western side of the lake. Tent and RV sites with hookups are available at Faver-Dykes State Park, about a 40-minute drive from the eastern part of the lake, a portion of which is protected by the Crescent Lake Conservation Area.
Where to Go
Haw Creek Preserve State Park
Abutting the southern part of Crescent Lake, Haw Creek Preserve State Park surrounds a blackwater creek that attracts paddlers wanting to take in views of the surrounding Florida cypress swamp. It's also a great place for birdwatching, particularly in the winter, when migratory birds flock to the area from the cooler north.
Dunns Creek Wildlife Management Area
Encompassing over 3,000 acres on the eastern part of Duns Creek, this preserved area is full of wildlife, ranging from frogs and lizards to white-tailed deer and bobcats. Birders bring your binoculars for a chance to spot yellow-crowned night herons, barred owls, and red-shouldered hawks. There are also trails for walking, cycling, and horseback riding, and tent camping is permitted.
Ocala National Forest
Encompassing over 400,000 acres, the Ocala National Forest is a prime spot for fishing, swimming, and paddling, with hundreds of lakes to choose from (not to mention four natural springs). It's also a great place for land-based recreation, with miles of trails, many of which are mountain biker- and equestrian-friendly. Camping options range from developed campgrounds to Civilian Conservation Corps cabins.
When to Go
Crescent Lake is popular year-round, though you'll find the best temperatures for swimming between late spring and early fall, when the weather is at its warmest. The rainiest months are from June through August, tapering off in September. Come in October for warm-weather camping with a lower risk of tropical storms. If you're coming to fish, your best bet is to come in late spring or early summer during the spawning season.
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