The best dog-friendly RV camping in Crescent Lake

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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.

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2. SURFER'S PARADIZE

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3 sites · RVs · Flagler Beach, FL
We live on the property. It is very private but, at the same time, close to everything. Grocery store and restaurants nearby. 1 mi from the highway. 15min to Flagler Beach (top surf place in Florida!). A lot of stuff to do around - fishing, canoeing and swimming( ocean is10-15 minutes drive), natural preserves, parks and historic places. Tennis court, pickle ball courts and a play ground (5min walk). Daytona Beach and historic St.Augustine( 20-30 min drive). A little over an hour to Orlando, Jacksonville or Cape Canaveral. We have a water and electricity hook ups. Spaces for the boats are available also. No sewage disposal. There is a dog on the property. Dogs are ok but have to be cleaned after and be on the leash.Please no loud noise after the dark, no drugs or heavy drinking, no loud parties. No slipping in tents allowed.
Potable water
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$60
 / night
Night time lights and tranquility

3. The Surf Hammock

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1 site · RV · Ponce Inlet, FL
The surfers dream location!! Surf all day and relax at night. Relaxing retreat under the large oak trees and stars. Camp spot sits on 0.5 acre property adjacent to main residence. Main house occupied part time. Host may be on property at same time but will give you space. Spot primarily for Sprinter type vehicles up to 24 ft. Pad is a loose gravel flat surfaced area with its own Semi private outdoor shower with hot water. Water hookup, potable water hose, heated outdoor shower, 50/30 amp power, 20 amp power, fire-pit, and outdoor table and chairs with an umbrella. NO SEWER hookup. The house and camp spot are surrounded by lush tropical landscape under an old Florida oak hammock. The area is very safe and quiet. No parties allowed. Close proximity to the Ponce Inlet lighthouse, surfing at the Jetty, fishing at Lighthouse Point Park, Historical museum, Pacetti House Museum, many restaurants, and Marine Science Center. Also available close by: Paddleboard rentals, boat charters, sunset cruises, inshore and offshore fishing rentals, water taxi rentals, catamaran rentals-tours, ebike rentals, golf cart rentals, scenic boat tours, parasailing and more. Close proximity to: 0.4 miles closest beach approach 1.0 mile to Ponce Inlet lighthouse 1.5 mile to Ponce Inlet Jetty/Lighthouse Point Park
Potable water
Campfires
Showers
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$110
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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.

96% (2.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds

SURFER'S PARADIZE

2. SURFER'S PARADIZE

100%
(29)
3 sites · RVs · Flagler Beach, FL
We live on the property. It is very private but, at the same time, close to everything. Grocery store and restaurants nearby. 1 mi from the highway. 15min to Flagler Beach (top surf place in Florida!). A lot of stuff to do around - fishing, canoeing and swimming( ocean is10-15 minutes drive), natural preserves, parks and historic places. Tennis court, pickle ball courts and a play ground (5min walk). Daytona Beach and historic St.Augustine( 20-30 min drive). A little over an hour to Orlando, Jacksonville or Cape Canaveral. We have a water and electricity hook ups. Spaces for the boats are available also. No sewage disposal. There is a dog on the property. Dogs are ok but have to be cleaned after and be on the leash.Please no loud noise after the dark, no drugs or heavy drinking, no loud parties. No slipping in tents allowed.
Potable water
Campfires
Trash
from 
$60
 / night
Night time lights and tranquility

3. The Surf Hammock

100%
(7)
1 site · RV · Ponce Inlet, FL
The surfers dream location!! Surf all day and relax at night. Relaxing retreat under the large oak trees and stars. Camp spot sits on 0.5 acre property adjacent to main residence. Main house occupied part time. Host may be on property at same time but will give you space. Spot primarily for Sprinter type vehicles up to 24 ft. Pad is a loose gravel flat surfaced area with its own Semi private outdoor shower with hot water. Water hookup, potable water hose, heated outdoor shower, 50/30 amp power, 20 amp power, fire-pit, and outdoor table and chairs with an umbrella. NO SEWER hookup. The house and camp spot are surrounded by lush tropical landscape under an old Florida oak hammock. The area is very safe and quiet. No parties allowed. Close proximity to the Ponce Inlet lighthouse, surfing at the Jetty, fishing at Lighthouse Point Park, Historical museum, Pacetti House Museum, many restaurants, and Marine Science Center. Also available close by: Paddleboard rentals, boat charters, sunset cruises, inshore and offshore fishing rentals, water taxi rentals, catamaran rentals-tours, ebike rentals, golf cart rentals, scenic boat tours, parasailing and more. Close proximity to: 0.4 miles closest beach approach 1.0 mile to Ponce Inlet lighthouse 1.5 mile to Ponce Inlet Jetty/Lighthouse Point Park
Potable water
Campfires
Showers
from 
$110
 / night

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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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