The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Discover a luxurious camping experience with over 315 available options for glamping on the river near Lake Buena Vista, Florida. With an average price of $60 per night and options as low as $15, Hipcamp offers a range of campsites to fit your budget. Top campsites include Flat Land Center (203 reviews), Rasayana Cove (158 reviews), and Serene Forested Blueberry Farm (129 reviews). Popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash make it easy to enjoy the great outdoors, while activities like biking, paddling, and hiking keep you active and entertained.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Discover a luxurious camping experience with over 315 available options for glamping on the river near Lake Buena Vista, Florida. With an average price of $60 per night and options as low as $15, Hipcamp offers a range of campsites to fit your budget. Top campsites include Flat Land Center (203 reviews), Rasayana Cove (158 reviews), and Serene Forested Blueberry Farm (129 reviews). Popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash make it easy to enjoy the great outdoors, while activities like biking, paddling, and hiking keep you active and entertained.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Timberline Glamping Hillsborough River

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45mi from Lake Buena Vista · 6 sites · Lodging · Thonotosassa, FL

Just minutes from downtown Tampa, Hillsborough River State Park offers seven miles of nature trails and wonderful wildlife viewing. There is a little something for everyone here with hiking, biking, strolling along the river rapids, fishing, exploring suspension bridges, picnicking under pavilions built in the 1930s, or kayaking class II river rapids, which are rare in Florida!

2. Riverside Retreat

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41mi from Lake Buena Vista · 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

3. St. John's Marina & Resort

45mi from Lake Buena Vista · 2 sites · Deland, FL

St. John's Marina & Resort in DeLand, Florida, stands out as a unique getaway where you can fully immerse yourself in nature without leaving your boat behind. This picturesque campground offers an exceptional blend of relaxation and adventure, making it the ideal destination for water enthusiasts. During the day, you can explore the beautiful waterways with boat, kayak, and canoe rentals, allowing you to experience the stunning natural surroundings firsthand. As the sun sets, retreat to your private campsite, where you can unwind and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the marina. Don't miss the onsite restaurant, which serves delicious meals, perfect for refueling after a day of outdoor activities. With its prime location, St. John's Marina & Resort is not only a haven for relaxation but also a gateway to nearby attractions, including swimming holes and various outdoor adventures. Book your spot today and discover the perfect blend of tranquility and excitement!

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4. Blue Spring State Park

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52 sites · Orange City, Florida

Mesmerizing manatees and crystal-clear water make Blue Spring State Park unforgettable.

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5. Hontoon Island State Park

17 sites · West De Land, Florida

Discover the natural charm of Hontoon Island State Park.

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Public campgrounds near Lake Buena Vista

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Blue Spring Campground

41mi from Lake Buena Vista · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Blue Spring State Park

Hontoon Island Campground

42mi from Lake Buena Vista · 17 sites · in Hontoon Island State Park

Stories from the community

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Rachel

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Timberline Glamping Hillsborough River

This tent was amazing! The host set up everything perfectly, so cute and spacious. We enjoyed our night and can’t wait to book again!

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.