99% (230) • 22 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Horseshoe Beach
Glenn Farm
1. Glenn Farm
100%
(467)
49mi from Horseshoe Beach · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The farm you’re camping on is one of the last family farms remaining in Columbia County and is named Glenn Farm after DV Glenn who married Hettie Lou Niblack in the 1930’s. Over the last 150 years it has been farmed by some of the county’s oldest families such as the Niblack and Ellis families. When DV Glenn came to Florida from his farm in Cairo, GA he took over the portion of the Niblack farm that was inherited by his wife Hettie Lou. At that time he was running native Florida cattle on over 6000 acres. Unfortunately, In 1951 he was killed in a hunting accident leaving his wife with the farm and 4 children (ages 4-11). In order to survive, Hettie Lou Niblack Glenn was forced to sell 5000 acres at $25 an acre. Holding a bachelors degree from Florida State College for Women, she was able to secure a job at the University of Florida as a secretary and with the money from the land sale she was able to raise her four children. Of the original farm, 600 acres remain intact and the Glenn family is trying to keep the farm as an agricultural operation. Your campsite is 1 of 4 spots (Arrowhead Sink, Dunagan’s Meadow, North Hall Pasture or Magnolia Sink). We also have a 1 bedroom Tiny home that used to be the farm office. Dunagan’s meadow is a pasture behind the old farmhouse (built in 1824), Magnolia sink and The North Hall Pasture are also on the main farm while Arrowhead Sink is on the edge of a hayfield about a mile down a dirt road. Glenn Farm is a place to come relax and experience a world that is rapidly disappearing. It is not a commercial campground.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Wildflower Ranch
2. Wildflower Ranch
100%
(18)
43mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape on 20 acres of serene rural land. Take a walk to the chicken coop and hear all of the chickens' opinions. Lay a blanket out in the meditation corner and enjoy the peace and quiet. Walk through the fruit trees and past the blackberries and take any ripe fruit of your liking. Explore the ranch to locate gopher tortoise burrows (but don't get too close) and wave at all the fox squirrels. Find the northeast corner of the ranch and play volleyball with your friends (let us know if you need a ball). Stroll through the round-pen-turned-garden and check out the Datil pepper plants which we use to make our datil sauce and datil vinegar (both are for sale to guests). Finally, enjoy the starry night sky. Thanks to our rural setting we have some of the darkest skies in Florida. There is an observatory only one mile away!
Wildflower Ranch is close to dozens of crystal clear natural springs and rivers, bike trails, hiking trails, state parks, and more. We are ideally located in North Central Florida, so many of your Florida outdoor bucket list adventures are within reach. The ranch is a close neighbor of Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring, the Blue Grotto, Black Prong horse riding and biking trails, Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens and more.
Wildflower Ranch offers two private primitive campsites (accommodating tents or vehicles), one private RV site, and one private cabin. Our cabin has a private bathroom, while our campsites have 24/7 access to climate-controlled full bathrooms with hot water showers, flushing toilets, and sinks.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Steinhatchee River Retreat
3. Steinhatchee River Retreat
93%
(51)
17mi from Horseshoe Beach · 2 sites · RVs
Our RV campsite is located on a quiet dirt road on a canal that flows into the Steinhatchee River. Beautiful pine and tall palm trees surround the area. Lime stone and rock spread throughout property for ease of travel. We have two camper hook ups with water, sewer and electricity. Bring a friend and face campers together, plenty of room for a common area in the middle. Kayak in the canal for a short trip to explore the Steinhatchee River and fish or just relax.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Three Rivers Crystal Cabin
4. Three Rivers Crystal Cabin
100%
(4)
46mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging
Located on One acre of wooded land in Three Rivers Estates with access available to Itchetucknee River, Santa Fe and Swanee River. Three Bedroom 2 Bath fully furnished Cabin in the woods. Don’t forget bug spray. Many spots for primitive camping spots to go with the house priced separately. 1 RV/Camping spot with Electric and Water priced and listed separately.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$36
/ night
Neal’s Nest
5. Neal’s Nest
98%
(29)
25mi from Horseshoe Beach · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
This cabin is the perfect disconnect from the hustle and constant presence of everyday life. Surrounding you with lots of outdoor activities including fishing,kayaking,diving, swimming and plenty of wildlife to see. Has handicap ramp,screen porch and campfire. Mini fridge, microwave, linens and towels.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Quail Run Ranch
6. Quail Run Ranch
100%
(8)
23mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Experience true Florida landscapes. Mixed pine, cypress swamps, palmetto and scrub oak highlands, all on one property. Camp secluded or in groups. Close to entertainment. 5 miles from historic Cedar Key. Kayak/Canoe rentals available. Fishing, Hunting, Dining, Socializing down the road. 25 acres of natural Florida for you to enjoy. Biking, Hiking and Boating. Parking for boats available.
Hot Shower/Flushing toilet.
Hunting Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge? Just 4 miles down the road.
We accommodate RV's (under 20ft), Travel Trailers (under 20ft), Pop-up campers, tents, and Camper Vans.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
River Life Retreat
7. River Life Retreat
100%
(36)
28mi from Horseshoe Beach · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful waterfront sites.
Pitch your tent or pull up your camper to these riverfront campsites on the bank of the beautiful Suwannee River in North Florida. Fishing, swimming, nature walks and total serenity await you.. Bring your fishing poles. There are also many freshwater springs in the area Stores and gas stations are within 10 minutes of the retreat and Turner Point boat ramp is just a few minutes away. The Retreat is temporarily closed due to flooding on the Suwannee River. We are just 10 minutes north of Old Town off of State 349. You need to let me know your power requirements when booking.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Dockside Campground
8. Dockside Campground
95%
(11)
16mi from Horseshoe Beach · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Dockside campgrounds is on the Steinhatchee River. We are located only 1.5 miles from the public boat ramp and offer day use and overnight dockage. Our campground offers 4 beautiful lots with large palm trees and beautiful water views. We have full hook-ups at all spots offering water, sewer and 50V hook-up.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$128
/ night
99% (230) • 22 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Horseshoe Beach
Glenn Farm
1. Glenn Farm
100%
(467)
49mi from Horseshoe Beach · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The farm you’re camping on is one of the last family farms remaining in Columbia County and is named Glenn Farm after DV Glenn who married Hettie Lou Niblack in the 1930’s. Over the last 150 years it has been farmed by some of the county’s oldest families such as the Niblack and Ellis families. When DV Glenn came to Florida from his farm in Cairo, GA he took over the portion of the Niblack farm that was inherited by his wife Hettie Lou. At that time he was running native Florida cattle on over 6000 acres. Unfortunately, In 1951 he was killed in a hunting accident leaving his wife with the farm and 4 children (ages 4-11). In order to survive, Hettie Lou Niblack Glenn was forced to sell 5000 acres at $25 an acre. Holding a bachelors degree from Florida State College for Women, she was able to secure a job at the University of Florida as a secretary and with the money from the land sale she was able to raise her four children. Of the original farm, 600 acres remain intact and the Glenn family is trying to keep the farm as an agricultural operation. Your campsite is 1 of 4 spots (Arrowhead Sink, Dunagan’s Meadow, North Hall Pasture or Magnolia Sink). We also have a 1 bedroom Tiny home that used to be the farm office. Dunagan’s meadow is a pasture behind the old farmhouse (built in 1824), Magnolia sink and The North Hall Pasture are also on the main farm while Arrowhead Sink is on the edge of a hayfield about a mile down a dirt road. Glenn Farm is a place to come relax and experience a world that is rapidly disappearing. It is not a commercial campground.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Wildflower Ranch
2. Wildflower Ranch
100%
(18)
43mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape on 20 acres of serene rural land. Take a walk to the chicken coop and hear all of the chickens' opinions. Lay a blanket out in the meditation corner and enjoy the peace and quiet. Walk through the fruit trees and past the blackberries and take any ripe fruit of your liking. Explore the ranch to locate gopher tortoise burrows (but don't get too close) and wave at all the fox squirrels. Find the northeast corner of the ranch and play volleyball with your friends (let us know if you need a ball). Stroll through the round-pen-turned-garden and check out the Datil pepper plants which we use to make our datil sauce and datil vinegar (both are for sale to guests). Finally, enjoy the starry night sky. Thanks to our rural setting we have some of the darkest skies in Florida. There is an observatory only one mile away!
Wildflower Ranch is close to dozens of crystal clear natural springs and rivers, bike trails, hiking trails, state parks, and more. We are ideally located in North Central Florida, so many of your Florida outdoor bucket list adventures are within reach. The ranch is a close neighbor of Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring, the Blue Grotto, Black Prong horse riding and biking trails, Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens and more.
Wildflower Ranch offers two private primitive campsites (accommodating tents or vehicles), one private RV site, and one private cabin. Our cabin has a private bathroom, while our campsites have 24/7 access to climate-controlled full bathrooms with hot water showers, flushing toilets, and sinks.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Steinhatchee River Retreat
3. Steinhatchee River Retreat
93%
(51)
17mi from Horseshoe Beach · 2 sites · RVs
Our RV campsite is located on a quiet dirt road on a canal that flows into the Steinhatchee River. Beautiful pine and tall palm trees surround the area. Lime stone and rock spread throughout property for ease of travel. We have two camper hook ups with water, sewer and electricity. Bring a friend and face campers together, plenty of room for a common area in the middle. Kayak in the canal for a short trip to explore the Steinhatchee River and fish or just relax.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Three Rivers Crystal Cabin
4. Three Rivers Crystal Cabin
100%
(4)
46mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging
Located on One acre of wooded land in Three Rivers Estates with access available to Itchetucknee River, Santa Fe and Swanee River. Three Bedroom 2 Bath fully furnished Cabin in the woods. Don’t forget bug spray. Many spots for primitive camping spots to go with the house priced separately. 1 RV/Camping spot with Electric and Water priced and listed separately.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$36
/ night
Neal’s Nest
5. Neal’s Nest
98%
(29)
25mi from Horseshoe Beach · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
This cabin is the perfect disconnect from the hustle and constant presence of everyday life. Surrounding you with lots of outdoor activities including fishing,kayaking,diving, swimming and plenty of wildlife to see. Has handicap ramp,screen porch and campfire. Mini fridge, microwave, linens and towels.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Quail Run Ranch
6. Quail Run Ranch
100%
(8)
23mi from Horseshoe Beach · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Experience true Florida landscapes. Mixed pine, cypress swamps, palmetto and scrub oak highlands, all on one property. Camp secluded or in groups. Close to entertainment. 5 miles from historic Cedar Key. Kayak/Canoe rentals available. Fishing, Hunting, Dining, Socializing down the road. 25 acres of natural Florida for you to enjoy. Biking, Hiking and Boating. Parking for boats available.
Hot Shower/Flushing toilet.
Hunting Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge? Just 4 miles down the road.
We accommodate RV's (under 20ft), Travel Trailers (under 20ft), Pop-up campers, tents, and Camper Vans.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
River Life Retreat
7. River Life Retreat
100%
(36)
28mi from Horseshoe Beach · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful waterfront sites.
Pitch your tent or pull up your camper to these riverfront campsites on the bank of the beautiful Suwannee River in North Florida. Fishing, swimming, nature walks and total serenity await you.. Bring your fishing poles. There are also many freshwater springs in the area Stores and gas stations are within 10 minutes of the retreat and Turner Point boat ramp is just a few minutes away. The Retreat is temporarily closed due to flooding on the Suwannee River. We are just 10 minutes north of Old Town off of State 349. You need to let me know your power requirements when booking.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Dockside Campground
8. Dockside Campground
95%
(11)
16mi from Horseshoe Beach · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Dockside campgrounds is on the Steinhatchee River. We are located only 1.5 miles from the public boat ramp and offer day use and overnight dockage. Our campground offers 4 beautiful lots with large palm trees and beautiful water views. We have full hook-ups at all spots offering water, sewer and 50V hook-up.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$128
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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El Roy
1 week ago
31 ft Class A
With pets
Super quiet and very relaxing spot. I stayed 2-3 weeks. Great for my dog and me. My only complaints would be. No mailbox and no place for trash. There is a small trash can onsite but trash man doesn't come down that road (no one comes down that road really...but, its nice like that) therr several dumpsters in town to use. No problem. If you want privacy and just need the basics, it's a great spot. I didn't fish or use the canal but it is full of wildlife from all types of birds, wild boar, coons, crabs and fish of some sort. Kinda neat
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Mary Ann
1 week ago
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
Easy to find, quiet and clean! The site is on water and very convenient location. Loved the small community and sunset views at rhe dock!
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david
2 weeks ago
Tent
A lovely setting, great amenities, and a very responsive host. Would certainly recommend to anyone.
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Aaron
2 weeks ago
Tent
This place is just what you need for mental health camping. Whether with a group or solo it’s a great place to go. The cave is really cool but the water is really cold. Only went in to my calves. The host, Judy, was really nice and accommodating. Definitely going back with or without friends.
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Thomas
2 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
Very affable hosts. Sheep and cattle were fun, especially the ewes and calves. Quiet and dark.
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Scott
3 weeks ago
Tent
What a cool spot! We did the pasture on the first night and "The Sink" on the 2nd night. Both were really cool. The meadow by the sink is where I saw all the deer, really neat. "The Sink" itself is really neat- very cold and refreshing, you should definitely take a dip! Again, Tom and Judy were outstanding hosts, we'll back!
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Scott
3 weeks ago
Tent
Thank you, Tom and Judy! I’ll be bringing my family back for sure. Awesome hosts- kind and gracious. Good people. Beautiful property.- spacious, private, clear amazing skies, saw lots of deer, and of course the cows and sheep. The Sink is really cool, too, if you need a peaceful getaway, this is your spot. Relax and enjoy!
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Andrew
3 weeks ago
10 ft travel trailer
Glen Farm was an absolutely amazing stay! Tom was the friendliest host, and all the animals running around and up to us was a plus! If you want a place to disconnect and explore nearby waterways, stay at Glen Farm!
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Faye
December 2025
Tent
I want to keep this place a secret. A space where I can go to mentally and emotionally recharge, but that is selfish. It’s a wonderful space and I encourage you to book without worry.
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Jennifer
December 2025
24 ft travel trailer
This is the 4th or so time we’ve stayed here. It’s our go to spot for camping in Steinhatchee. It’s by far the best priced location and convenient to both boat ramps with plenty of room for our camper, boat and 2 vehicles.
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That
December 2025
Tent
Great place to camp definitely going again soon and the caves were amazing
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Scott
December 2025
Tent
With pets
Very peaceful, and right on the Suwannee. Plenty of wildlife, no humans, and the river view was fantastic.
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Martha
December 2025
18 ft travel trailer
We stayed at Neal's Nest twice in the past month, as a stopover on our way to visit family in Georgia. Because we were several family members traveling together, we rented an RV site as well as the little cottage.
We felt like our host, Tina, has created a really lovely little camping spot. It's quiet, clean, and she's added so many things to make one's stay enjoyable - from the sensor light that comes on at the gate, to the inviting fire pit and grill area, to the volleyball net. The cottage was probably a shed in a former life, but she has really made it a guest cottage. The bed was comfortable, the shower was large and had plenty of hot water, and everything was spotless.
We enjoyed having a peaceful cup of coffee on the cottage porch in the morning. We'll definitely be staying here again.
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Angela
November 2025
18 ft travel trailer
With pets
Quiet lot with campfire ring, lights, creek access, sewage, water, and 50A hookups. Close to Family Dollar and restaurant. Would love to stay there again!
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Daniel
November 2025
Tent
With kids
The place is amazing, very peaceful, the animals are friendly, and there are many activities to do around the farm.
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Dee
November 2025
28 ft travel trailer
With pets
Sarah's site was well off the beaten path; old Florida country at it's best! The camps have an unobstructed view of the river, with easy access to the dock. Lots of old growth trees for canopy. Sarah was very communicative, willing to work with us as we chose parking for the RVs and overall happy to help.
Electric & water hookups are a bit farther away than we were used to, but she told us ahead of time and we were able to bring the connectors needed.
Definitely recommend to those seeking a true "get away" without an abundance of unnecessary amenities & people.
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Michelle
November 2025
16 ft car
I had a wonderful stay at the properties. I enjoyed the animals and the "sink". Judy was always there if I needed her. I would definitely recommend their properties and I will likely stay at this property again in the future.
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Gabe
November 2025
Tent
We loved tent camping on Tom’s property at Glenn Farm! We went in November, and the weather was a little chilly overnight, but the firepit was a great addition. No need to bring your own wood, Tom says it helps the farm when campers use windfallen branches. Being not too close to any major cities with light pollution, the stars are numerous and extremely visible on a clear night. We woke up to a scenic fog rolling over the pasture, with Cows grazing in an adjacent field. Tom was very friendly, driving us over to our campsite, checking in with us as he led sheep out to pasture in the morning, and giving us a rundown on local things to do and the history of the property. This is absolutely a hidden gem in northeast Florida, and we will most definitely be coming back again!
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Kim
November 2025
Tent
The hosts were very accommodating and gracious. Tom gave us an incredible tour and history of the property. His animals are amazing. The site was very private and clean. The sink hole is fascinating, though we weren't comfortable swimming in it. Plan to bring a shovel and toilet plan as the one at the site needs repair. There is plenty of downed wood around you but bring a saw as much of it is too large to break. Be sure to visit Fanning Springs State Park in addition to the better known sites closer by. The swimming area is fabulous and manatees were present.
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Steve
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Excellent spot for tent camping! Picnic table, charcoal grill, garbage can, fire pit and composting toilet were a welcome surprise!
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