The best family-friendly camping near Laurel Hill
98% (818) • 157 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Laurel Hill
Larry & Sheila's Blackwater Getaway
1. Larry & Sheila's Blackwater Getaway
99%
(166)
15mi from Laurel Hill · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
WEDDINGS, Vow Renewals, Special Anniversary, Family Reunion, Large Parties? Enjoy It All River Side With Rustic But Elegant Vibes. One Of The Host Is An Ordained Minister; The Other Host Is An Event Planner/ Designer. Different Package Options Are Available. Come Plan Your Special Day with Us.
Two Month Minimum Notice on Booking If You Wish for Hosts to Plan/Decorate for Your Event. 50 Guest Maximum. Two Night Minimum Booking For Event. $2300 Covers Reservation Of Property, Decorations and Cleanup. Food Packages, DJ.'s ETC Will Be Additional According To Your Individual Needs.
This listing will accommodate Two Full 30 Amp RV Hookups for Your Wedding Party with Lots of Extra Space to Pitch a Tent and Park Your Guests. Cabin and Additional RV Site Coming Now Available. Check Out Our Other Listings For More Details.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Gateway Trails
2. Gateway Trails
99%
(130)
21mi from Laurel Hill · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌲 Gateway Trails – Wooded, Gated and Peaceful Getaway
Welcome to Gateway Trails, a 14-acre gated and wooded campground bordering Blackwater River State Forest—your basecamp for North Florida’s best rivers, trails, and beaches. Whether you’re tent camping, van traveling, or bringing your RV, you’ll find spacious, private, and well-maintained sites surrounded by pines and native forest.
🦌 Enjoy both forest and coast — explore the creeks, canoe routes, and hiking trails of Blackwater River State Forest, or head 45 minutes south to the Emerald Coast beaches of Destin, Navarre, and Okaloosa Island.
🏕️ Campsites
• 3 Full Hook-Up RV Sites – Water, electric, sewer (1 × 50 AMP, 2 × 30 AMP)
• Water, Electric Site – Ideal for smaller RVs or vans
• Tent/Car/Van Site – With water & electric hookup
• Boondocking Site – Dry camping; dump station available ($10 fee)
• Primitive Tent Site – Quiet, secluded forest spot
🚿 Amenities
• 🧺 Washhouse – Full bathroom with shower, flush toilet & coin washer/dryer
• 🚰 Dump Station – $10 use fee
• 🚗 Secure Gated Entry for guest privacy
• 🌐 Wi-Fi (spotty in some wooded areas)
• 🐾 Pet Friendly – Off-leash time possible with host coordination
• 🥾 ½-Mile Trail – On-site hiking & biking loop
📍 Location Highlights
3 mi → Baker or Holt for groceries & restaurants
7 min → I-10 Holt Exit 45
1.9 mi → Bone Creek Recreation Area
5 mi → Blackwater River access (via dirt road)
35–50 mi → Destin / Pensacola / Pensacola Beach
Convenient stop for travelers from TX, LA, AL, or GA en route to Tampa or Walt Disney World!
🌿 Sounds of Nature
Gateway Trails is a peaceful setting, but you may hear the friendly chorus of nearby farm life—donkeys braying, roosters crowing, cows mooing, or the occasional dog announcing deer in the forest. It’s all part of the charm of country camping!
🧺 Washhouse Courtesy & Cleanliness
The washhouse is a shared courtesy space for all campers. Cleanliness and respect are mandatory. No one cleans up after you. Failure to follow rules may result in loss of access or removal without refund. Please ensure you’re aligned with our washhouse expectations before booking.
🌐 Find Us
📸 gatewaytrails850.com
📱 Instagram: @gatewaytrails850
💬 Facebook: Gateway Trails
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$10
/ night
The Wandering Path
3. The Wandering Path
100%
(417)
34mi from Laurel Hill · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Located 20 minutes north of downtown Milton, FL, The Wandering Path is a serene escape, offering a unique blend of untouched natural beauty and comfortable accommodations.
With 2000 feet of waterfront along the picturesque Coldwater Creek, this nature retreat is a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life, set within a sprawling 20-acre landscape.
Accommodations at The Wandering Path are designed for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
4 glamping tents, equipped with real full-size beds, portable AC for summer, heaters for winter, and essential amenities, ensure a comfortable stay amidst nature. Each tent is adorned with solar string lights, and outdoor essentials like a picnic table, fire pit ring, small charcoal grill, and trash can are provided.
There is 1 RV site with 30 amp electric and water.
For those who prefer a more raw connection with nature, 4 primitive campsites are available, each equipped with solar string lights, a fire pit ring, and a trash can.
Guests have access to a centrally located bathhouse with two full bathrooms, ensuring comfort and convenience.
There is an outdoor kitchen for all guests to use.
There is no cookware, silverware or dishes.
There is a counter-top oven, toaster, 2 stove top burners, 1 flat top griddle, sink and keurig coffee maker.
There are reusable k-cups for you to put your own coffee in, or your own k-cups.
The property boasts 2000 feet of trails alongside the creek, perfect for hiking and exploring the natural surroundings.
Kayak rentals are available for guests with appropriate vehicles, and fishing enthusiasts are welcome to cast their lines into the spring-fed creek.
At The Wandering Path, nights come alive under a starlit sky, unblemished by city lights, making every evening perfect for a campfire. It’s more than just a stay; it’s an experience of tranquility, a chance to recharge amidst nature’s embrace.
We look forward to becoming your go-to spot when you’re in need of recharging.
We are less than 1 hour from Pensacola and Navarre beaches, 15-20 minutes to local grocery stores and restaurants.
At this time, no pets or children under 12 are allowed in yurts.
***All pets do require prior approval to maintain the safety of other guests.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$41
/ night
30A Bay Hideaway
4. 30A Bay Hideaway
100%
(197)
41mi from Laurel Hill · 1 site
Private, gated waterfront estate on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay. Close to the activities on 30A and the Gulf of Mexico (7 minutes) but secluded enough to feel like you have your own private piece of paradise with amazing sunset views. The bay is full of life: watch mullet jump, catch crabs, watch for dolphins and sting rays. If you enjoy fishing, try night fishing on the dock, too. Bay charters come to the waters around our dock on their excursions! If you bring a boat, Cessna Landing is just under 2 miles away with a very nice boat launch. Tie your boat to our dock for the duration of your visit. Boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming, sunset watching, bicycling and campfires are a few things to enjoy while at the 30A Bay Hideaway. Sunset viewing deck, bay beach/dock, fire pit and an outdoor shower and sink with hot water and an outdoor mini-fridge are included in the listing. Owners are not onsite during rental periods and the property is limited to one RV site so you can be sure you will have the property all to yourself!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$114
/ night
Navarre Beach Camping Resort
5. Navarre Beach Camping Resort
92%
(176)
44mi from Laurel Hill · 131 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Navarre Beach Camping Resort is located in Navarre, FL. We have 99 rv sites 29 cabins and three travel trailers. We are on the water, the Santa Rosa Sound, it is an intercoastal water way. We are a ten minute drive to Navarre Beach. Fishing, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding are fun things to do in the area.
Learn more about this land:
Back-in standard sites throughout the park have full hook-up and will accommodate up to twenty five foot campers. You park your RV on a sand, dirt pad, you have a concrete pad and a picnic table. Site comes with water, sewer, electric, wifi and cable. Some sites have shade. None of our sites are shaded all day long. Every site is a short walk to our beach.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$66
/ night
98% (818) • 157 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Laurel Hill
Larry & Sheila's Blackwater Getaway
1. Larry & Sheila's Blackwater Getaway
99%
(166)
15mi from Laurel Hill · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
WEDDINGS, Vow Renewals, Special Anniversary, Family Reunion, Large Parties? Enjoy It All River Side With Rustic But Elegant Vibes. One Of The Host Is An Ordained Minister; The Other Host Is An Event Planner/ Designer. Different Package Options Are Available. Come Plan Your Special Day with Us.
Two Month Minimum Notice on Booking If You Wish for Hosts to Plan/Decorate for Your Event. 50 Guest Maximum. Two Night Minimum Booking For Event. $2300 Covers Reservation Of Property, Decorations and Cleanup. Food Packages, DJ.'s ETC Will Be Additional According To Your Individual Needs.
This listing will accommodate Two Full 30 Amp RV Hookups for Your Wedding Party with Lots of Extra Space to Pitch a Tent and Park Your Guests. Cabin and Additional RV Site Coming Now Available. Check Out Our Other Listings For More Details.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Gateway Trails
2. Gateway Trails
99%
(130)
21mi from Laurel Hill · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌲 Gateway Trails – Wooded, Gated and Peaceful Getaway
Welcome to Gateway Trails, a 14-acre gated and wooded campground bordering Blackwater River State Forest—your basecamp for North Florida’s best rivers, trails, and beaches. Whether you’re tent camping, van traveling, or bringing your RV, you’ll find spacious, private, and well-maintained sites surrounded by pines and native forest.
🦌 Enjoy both forest and coast — explore the creeks, canoe routes, and hiking trails of Blackwater River State Forest, or head 45 minutes south to the Emerald Coast beaches of Destin, Navarre, and Okaloosa Island.
🏕️ Campsites
• 3 Full Hook-Up RV Sites – Water, electric, sewer (1 × 50 AMP, 2 × 30 AMP)
• Water, Electric Site – Ideal for smaller RVs or vans
• Tent/Car/Van Site – With water & electric hookup
• Boondocking Site – Dry camping; dump station available ($10 fee)
• Primitive Tent Site – Quiet, secluded forest spot
🚿 Amenities
• 🧺 Washhouse – Full bathroom with shower, flush toilet & coin washer/dryer
• 🚰 Dump Station – $10 use fee
• 🚗 Secure Gated Entry for guest privacy
• 🌐 Wi-Fi (spotty in some wooded areas)
• 🐾 Pet Friendly – Off-leash time possible with host coordination
• 🥾 ½-Mile Trail – On-site hiking & biking loop
📍 Location Highlights
3 mi → Baker or Holt for groceries & restaurants
7 min → I-10 Holt Exit 45
1.9 mi → Bone Creek Recreation Area
5 mi → Blackwater River access (via dirt road)
35–50 mi → Destin / Pensacola / Pensacola Beach
Convenient stop for travelers from TX, LA, AL, or GA en route to Tampa or Walt Disney World!
🌿 Sounds of Nature
Gateway Trails is a peaceful setting, but you may hear the friendly chorus of nearby farm life—donkeys braying, roosters crowing, cows mooing, or the occasional dog announcing deer in the forest. It’s all part of the charm of country camping!
🧺 Washhouse Courtesy & Cleanliness
The washhouse is a shared courtesy space for all campers. Cleanliness and respect are mandatory. No one cleans up after you. Failure to follow rules may result in loss of access or removal without refund. Please ensure you’re aligned with our washhouse expectations before booking.
🌐 Find Us
📸 gatewaytrails850.com
📱 Instagram: @gatewaytrails850
💬 Facebook: Gateway Trails
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$10
/ night
The Wandering Path
3. The Wandering Path
100%
(417)
34mi from Laurel Hill · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Located 20 minutes north of downtown Milton, FL, The Wandering Path is a serene escape, offering a unique blend of untouched natural beauty and comfortable accommodations.
With 2000 feet of waterfront along the picturesque Coldwater Creek, this nature retreat is a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life, set within a sprawling 20-acre landscape.
Accommodations at The Wandering Path are designed for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
4 glamping tents, equipped with real full-size beds, portable AC for summer, heaters for winter, and essential amenities, ensure a comfortable stay amidst nature. Each tent is adorned with solar string lights, and outdoor essentials like a picnic table, fire pit ring, small charcoal grill, and trash can are provided.
There is 1 RV site with 30 amp electric and water.
For those who prefer a more raw connection with nature, 4 primitive campsites are available, each equipped with solar string lights, a fire pit ring, and a trash can.
Guests have access to a centrally located bathhouse with two full bathrooms, ensuring comfort and convenience.
There is an outdoor kitchen for all guests to use.
There is no cookware, silverware or dishes.
There is a counter-top oven, toaster, 2 stove top burners, 1 flat top griddle, sink and keurig coffee maker.
There are reusable k-cups for you to put your own coffee in, or your own k-cups.
The property boasts 2000 feet of trails alongside the creek, perfect for hiking and exploring the natural surroundings.
Kayak rentals are available for guests with appropriate vehicles, and fishing enthusiasts are welcome to cast their lines into the spring-fed creek.
At The Wandering Path, nights come alive under a starlit sky, unblemished by city lights, making every evening perfect for a campfire. It’s more than just a stay; it’s an experience of tranquility, a chance to recharge amidst nature’s embrace.
We look forward to becoming your go-to spot when you’re in need of recharging.
We are less than 1 hour from Pensacola and Navarre beaches, 15-20 minutes to local grocery stores and restaurants.
At this time, no pets or children under 12 are allowed in yurts.
***All pets do require prior approval to maintain the safety of other guests.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$41
/ night
30A Bay Hideaway
4. 30A Bay Hideaway
100%
(197)
41mi from Laurel Hill · 1 site
Private, gated waterfront estate on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay. Close to the activities on 30A and the Gulf of Mexico (7 minutes) but secluded enough to feel like you have your own private piece of paradise with amazing sunset views. The bay is full of life: watch mullet jump, catch crabs, watch for dolphins and sting rays. If you enjoy fishing, try night fishing on the dock, too. Bay charters come to the waters around our dock on their excursions! If you bring a boat, Cessna Landing is just under 2 miles away with a very nice boat launch. Tie your boat to our dock for the duration of your visit. Boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming, sunset watching, bicycling and campfires are a few things to enjoy while at the 30A Bay Hideaway. Sunset viewing deck, bay beach/dock, fire pit and an outdoor shower and sink with hot water and an outdoor mini-fridge are included in the listing. Owners are not onsite during rental periods and the property is limited to one RV site so you can be sure you will have the property all to yourself!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$114
/ night
Navarre Beach Camping Resort
5. Navarre Beach Camping Resort
92%
(176)
44mi from Laurel Hill · 131 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Navarre Beach Camping Resort is located in Navarre, FL. We have 99 rv sites 29 cabins and three travel trailers. We are on the water, the Santa Rosa Sound, it is an intercoastal water way. We are a ten minute drive to Navarre Beach. Fishing, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding are fun things to do in the area.
Learn more about this land:
Back-in standard sites throughout the park have full hook-up and will accommodate up to twenty five foot campers. You park your RV on a sand, dirt pad, you have a concrete pad and a picnic table. Site comes with water, sewer, electric, wifi and cable. Some sites have shade. None of our sites are shaded all day long. Every site is a short walk to our beach.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$66
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Laurie
1 week ago
24 ft campervan
With pets
We needed a boondock site for one night. We booked with Jay and Suzette and we were very surprised Bathroom, shower, laundry, little treats, and lovely trails around the property to take a walk or jog. The tent and RV-hook-up sites are scattered about giving alot of space and privacy . They were lovely hosts as well.
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Gina
2 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
Gateway Trails is by far the best Hipcamp site I have visited. Jay and his pup greeted us to make sure we had everything we needed. We only made a quick overnight but honestly I could have stayed for days. Highly recommend especially to solo travelers looking for a safe place to rest your head.
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Thomas
2 weeks ago
Tent
The privacy of the campsite is fantastic! The hosts are incredibly friendly and came to introduce themselves and make sure we knew where to go and provided walkthrough of where everything is and how to access. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful and private campsite.
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Karen
2 weeks ago
Tent
Just a lovely place to get away & relax by the creek. Couldn’t have asked for more. Site #5 was perfect. Had private creek access from our campsite with a couple of steep steps down & used a rope to pull ourselves back up. This place was adorable & very well maintained. The camp host, Amanda, is nice & welcoming. We can’t wait to come back!
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Emily
2 weeks ago
3 nights at The Wandering Path
Wandering path was pleasant, clean and located on a refreshing spring fed river. We really enjoyed that it was remote and we could have a nice get away from the city. The outdoor kitchen was a great asset!
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Hannah
2 weeks ago
Tent
I loved the site and everyone was super nice! Amanda was very welcoming and the amenities are very clean and well put together. I’d 100% recommend it especially for first time campers or people looking for a short get away.
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Cathy
3 weeks ago
16 ft campervan
With pets
It was very private, as i was the only camper there at the time. They have a pavilion with a grill. A toilet room, outdoor sink, and a shower. It is outside so be mindful of cold weather, though they do have hot water. Fire pits, a self serve firewood station, a "Trading Post" that held different woods for smoking meats. A wonderful stay, and the host was very responsive. Thank you!
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Janet
3 weeks ago
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
This RV park had great access to the beach. It was clean and in a nice area. Perfect location between Destin and Pensacola but also had some charming restaurants and nightlife less than 20 min from rv park. We would definitely stay here again.
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Steven
3 weeks ago
With kids
Beautiful property. Yurt was really nice. Very quiet and highly recommended.
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Kelli
3 weeks ago
30 ft Class C
With pets
This was our second stay at Amanda's. (It won't be our last!)
We love this magical place, with the beautiful river and the great showers l. And the perfect hostess!
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Jay
3 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
With pets
This is the third time we’ve camped here, it’s stunning as usual. The tide was high enough this time for our boat’s maiden voyage! Hope to camp here more this year.
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Kenneth
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Everything was set up great! The spots were easy to identify and the directions for getting there helped greatly.
Tent site 8 was fantastic. There was a wheel barrel provided that came in handy for getting the cooler there. The common kitchen area saved the night for cooking dinner one day that I struggled with a fire. Cleaning up dishes there was very convenient. The bathrooms were clean and fantastic.
The location on cold water creek was my favorite part about this place. There's a couple beautiful sandbars to relax on the creeks edge.
Overall, a wonderful, peaceful, and well equipped campground for a trip outdoors.
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Tanya
3 weeks ago
With pets
Such a friendly cozy campground. The cabin was perfect for us and we loved the ice cream and staff.
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Nina
3 weeks ago
Tent
Bathrooms were very nice and clean, hot water!! The primitive campsite felt very private.
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Jen
March 2026
14 ft campervan
With pets
Jay and Suzette are excellent hosts .
The location was very easily accessible to I-10 and the Emerald Coast beaches. Convenient grocery options nearby. It's a quiet place in the country the hosts are really welcoming and very knowledgeable it's great for Boondocking if you want your privacy you can also get a remote to the gate which was really convenient; the showers were clean with hot water, washer and dryer available, potable water. Owners checked in on me to make sure I was okay. My only drawback was the neighbours in the neighbouring property played their music pretty loud at night. I was too tired after a date at the beach to care. Other than that everything is cool. The price was right for me ;a weary traveller needing to stay someplace car and tent campingfor at least four days while I took in the beaches. Found a few dog friendly beaches within 50 miles , thx to Jay and Suzettes knowledge of the area. definitely worth it.see you all on down the road!
Jen G, TX.
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Janis
March 2026
Tent
With kids
Amazing camp ! By far the best I ve seen and I ve seen quite a lot ! Lots of accommodations on site , beautiful site , the river is perfect for the kids to play and fish and the host are very kind and friendly! I do recommend 100%
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Joseph
March 2026
2 nights at The Wandering Path
Amanda was very nice. We had minimal interaction, but that's the whole point, right?
The stream/river was so refreshingly cool and relaxing. The best about it was just sitting down and listening to absolutely nothing, except that stream. No ambulances, no motorcycles, do squealing tires, just... quiet.
The yurts and bathhouse were cozy and clean. Very comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
For those technology-inclined I did have decent cell service and there is electricity in the yurts. But, try to disconnect and experience nature if you visit here. Listen to the water, the birds, the wind; not TikTok
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Carissa
March 2026
Tent
With pets
You won’t regret staying here. Whether you’re in a tent, van, RV, or just boondocking out of your vehicle, it’s a really comfortable and safe place to land. The owners genuinely give off that “welcome to auntie and uncle’s place” vibe, which made it feel easy right away.
The other campers were kind and welcoming, but also respectful of quiet space, which I appreciated. I stayed in an RV spot but was SUV camping and still felt completely safe and comfortable.
The facilities were extremely clean and clearly well maintained. They’re also thoughtfully set up, and there were affordable last-minute snacks available — or what I called “emergency coffee,” which honestly is a huge plus when you need it.
I’d absolutely stay here again if I’m in the area.
And the location is great. There are a ton of trails nearby through the forests and forest management areas. The Florida Trail is a quick drive away, and there are plenty of dog-friendly options.
Overall I had a really good experience here.
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Victoria & Jack
March 2026
21 ft campervan
With pets
Amanda is a very welcoming host. The land has several sites on it, but you wouldn't know it, as they are all spaced well enough apart that everyone has ample privacy. The restroom was always clean and stocked. The shower was hot! The kitchen shelter is a nice addition for those who are tent camping.
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Cecil
March 2026
Tent
With kids
Private clean camping by crystal clear flowing water.
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