The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Crystal River, Florida

Looking for a unique camping experience near Crystal River, Florida? Hipcamp offers over 300 options for glamping near the river, with prices starting as low as $11 per night. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Flat Land Center (203 reviews), Wildflower Pond (151 reviews), and Serene Forested Blueberry Farm (129 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, trash, and potable water, and take part in activities such as snow sports, whitewater paddling, and regular paddling. Book your perfect glamping spot today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Manatee Springs Glamping

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46mi from Crystal River · 2 sites · Lodging · Chiefland, FL

Our glampsites offer all the excitement and adventure of camping, without sacrificing the little luxuries of home. Our sites are nestled in the Hickory Loop of the Family Campground, and are just a short walk from the main spring. Manatee Springs State Park People have enjoyed the cool waters of Manatee Springs for more than 10,000 years. The first-magnitude spring releases an astounding 100 million gallons of water every day. Swimming, hiking, and kayaking are enjoyable year-round. Your Glamp site is situated a very short walk from the Manatee headspring, in the Hickory Loop Campground. Only Glamp sites and tents are permitted in the Hickory Loop. Sister park to Manatee Springs, Fanning Springs is a 10 minute drive away, and offers the perfect 72-degree water to cool down on hot Florida days and an abundance of underwater wildlife to view. Swimming, grilling, volleyball, and a playground create the perfect setting for a family day outdoors.

2. Riverside Retreat

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38mi from Crystal River · 1 site · Lodging · Ridge Manor, FL

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. The space Relax and unwind from a busy schedule, you will enjoy this peaceful, serene environment away from it all and yet conveniently located near many springs, beaches and theme parks. It is a rural area and is away from the city lights. Located on the withlacooche river, perfect for kayaking, fishing or swimming. There’s so much wildlife to see it’s actually amazing . Great place to relax, read and do something different. River Access You may wanna bring a fishing rod if you like that and a lifevest for smaller children Kayaks available

Looking for a unique camping experience near Crystal River, Florida? Hipcamp offers over 300 options for glamping near the river, with prices starting as low as $11 per night. Some of the top-rated campsites in the area include Flat Land Center (203 reviews), Wildflower Pond (151 reviews), and Serene Forested Blueberry Farm (129 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, trash, and potable water, and take part in activities such as snow sports, whitewater paddling, and regular paddling. Book your perfect glamping spot today!

95% (149)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Manatee Springs Glamping

90%

(10)

46mi from Crystal River · 2 sites · Lodging · Chiefland, FL

Our glampsites offer all the excitement and adventure of camping, without sacrificing the little luxuries of home. Our sites are nestled in the Hickory Loop of the Family Campground, and are just a short walk from the main spring. Manatee Springs State Park People have enjoyed the cool waters of Manatee Springs for more than 10,000 years. The first-magnitude spring releases an astounding 100 million gallons of water every day. Swimming, hiking, and kayaking are enjoyable year-round. Your Glamp site is situated a very short walk from the Manatee headspring, in the Hickory Loop Campground. Only Glamp sites and tents are permitted in the Hickory Loop. Sister park to Manatee Springs, Fanning Springs is a 10 minute drive away, and offers the perfect 72-degree water to cool down on hot Florida days and an abundance of underwater wildlife to view. Swimming, grilling, volleyball, and a playground create the perfect setting for a family day outdoors.

2. Riverside Retreat

100%

(3)

38mi from Crystal River · 1 site · Lodging · Ridge Manor, FL

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. The space Relax and unwind from a busy schedule, you will enjoy this peaceful, serene environment away from it all and yet conveniently located near many springs, beaches and theme parks. It is a rural area and is away from the city lights. Located on the withlacooche river, perfect for kayaking, fishing or swimming. There’s so much wildlife to see it’s actually amazing . Great place to relax, read and do something different. River Access You may wanna bring a fishing rod if you like that and a lifevest for smaller children Kayaks available

Public campgrounds near Crystal River

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Silver Springs Campground

40mi from Crystal River · 61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Silver Springs State Park

Stories from the community

Ricky

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Riverside Retreat

We had a great time. We had our dog with us which is always a bonus. Our hosts helped us with whatever we needed and addressed any concerns we had quickly and attentively. We came for the river access and enjoyed it very much. Though they live nearby and there was another family renting another RV, it felt pretty private. We enjoyed the treehouse spot, the fishing dock, and the comfort of the RV at the end of each night. We’ll definitely be back! Thanks again!

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Jessica

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Retreat

Ou weekend trip to the area went perfect. There was very litte we need to leave for. There was great fishing spot for my children. Kyake use was included. Several grills to chose from even an area for projecting a movie. RV was well maintained and fully stocked in case you forget your own stuff. We really enjoyed ourselves and thank the Host for greeting us.

Robin

July 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Riverside Retreat

This was an awesome experience for my husband, myself and two grandsons aged 12 & 13. We live in SW Florida and love to camp. I stumbled across this amazing property on Hipcamp. It was like camping in the best possible place in Florida. A very comfortable RV that slept the four of us quite comfortably. Very well equipped kitchen but no oven. The best part was outside. The property sits right on the Withlacoochee River and kayaks are included so my grandsons were able to master the art of paddling while we were there. The rest of the time they were fishing and every time they cast their lines, they would have a blue gill on their hook within five minutes, we counted at least thirty fish between them. They have dartboards, toys, fire pits, beautiful lighting at night. This would be a great place for a family reunion or a group of friends if they like the outdoor life. Sandra and her husband were awesome hosts. We plan on going back soon.