Forest camping near Punta Gorda
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Tres Lagos Farm & Garden
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · North Fort Myers, FL
Tres Lagos Camping is part of the Florida agritourism initiative. Where travelers from all over the world come to experience and enjoy a different kind of florida. We’re a small 5 acre family farm involved in the cultivation and preservation of rare and endangered palms with many other edible tropical plants for our visitors to enjoy. You can view our palms at all stages of growth from seed to maturity. Enjoy our U-pick varieties of mangos, Caribbean cherries, sugar cane, bananas, coconuts and we’re adding more all the time. There is even a sugarcane maze and bamboo gardens in progress for the kids and adults to enjoy. But don’t forget your veggies! Get up close and personal with where some of your medicines and vegetables come from. We have some small areas for education about different medicinal plants like Turmeric, ginger, saw palmetto and a few others. Take the tours or classes or just sit back and enjoy the view! Hope to see you soon.
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J and P Creekside Retreat
7 sites · RVs, Tents16 acres · Punta Gorda, FL
Nestled on an sprawling 16.8-acre expanse along the picturesque Shell Creek, our location is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The property is adorned with a lush canopy of diverse trees, showcasing an array of Oak, Hickory, Cypress, Pine, and Sable palms. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our surroundings as you embark on a journey to boat, swim, and fish amidst the stunning natural beauty of Charlotte County, Florida.
The waters of Shell Creek beckon you to explore its depths, while the vibrant native wildlife adds to the allure of our idyllic setting. Whether you're seeking a serene kayaking adventure or a leisurely paddleboarding excursion, we offer rentals to enhance your experience on the water.
Discover the enchanting landscapes and rich biodiversity that define Charlotte County. From the rustling leaves of the Oak and Hickory trees to the graceful Cypress and Pine, our property is a testament to the beauty of Florida's natural habitat. Sable palms sway gently in the breeze, creating a soothing atmosphere that invites you to unwind and connect with the great outdoors.
Indulge in the ultimate escape as you partake in the various activities our location has to offer. Whether you prefer a day of boating on Shell Creek, casting a line for a relaxing fishing session, or simply basking in the beauty of the surroundings, our 16.8-acre haven provides a perfect retreat.
Experience the best of Charlotte County, Florida, where every moment is an opportunity to embrace the wonders of nature. Come and create lasting memories as you revel in the tranquility, adventure, and natural splendor our location has in abundance.
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Bell Oaks Ranch 5 min from beach
6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Englewood, FL
With a year under our belt we are so excited to finally have the chance to host on our property. This land is very special to us and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. The perfect place to unwind and disconnect from the busy day to day surrounded by nature, farm animals and wildlife. Located in one of the best spots in Florida near top hiking trails, horse farms, and near the beautiful FL beaches.
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N N Farms
1 site · Lodging5 acres · Arcadia, FL
Fun of grid spirited tiny house. A 5 acre farm with Private 1 acre separate with a tiny house and pond. Nestled up next to a farm with plenty of farm animals to admire! Close to Myakka Star Park 45 minutes to many beaches. Small town charm in Arcadia Florida, known for its quaint antique shops.
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Noda’s Ranch
2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Port La Belle, FL
Welcome to our ranch and be prepared to be in a country side.
We are a family cattle ranch that loves what we do, there are 40 acres to explore, and you can choose the area that best suits your expectations. You can be close to our refreshing area or far away from us. , You may see us around working the land and are welcome to help if you wanna.
We are dog lovers and dogs are welcome, we have two sweet and friendly ranch dogs, females, German Shepherd that walk freely at the property.
If you love nature you may be surprised by a deer, alligator, hog, armadillo, panther, turtle, rabbit, raccoon, we already saw so many over here, you can see but please don’t touch, remember they are not pets and are free in their habitats!
We producing a delicious raw honey just for us, not selling, you can see some working bees.
We have some fruits trees like bananas, oranges, lemons, limes, mangos, avocados, that maybe you are luck and are in the season when you arrive, and yes, you are allowed to pick it if in season.
Also you are more than welcome to bring any fruit tree and plant here during your stay.
You can watch an amazing sunrise and sunset that are memorable. At night you can prepare delicious s'mores, bring your stuff and gaze into the night sky filled with stars like you've never seen.
There is a social area with hammock, relaxing chairs, fire-pit, outdoor open shower, barbecue, table. Bring more chairs if you are a big family.
If you like fishing, bring your stuff and you can fish at the water canal that are in the back of our property, we already got some delicious yummy Tilapias.
The water that we provide come from a well, we use filters to purify it and use as shower and hose, but bring your drink water.
You can bring your UTV and ATV to ride over here.
If you are in a mood for a horseback, we can share a contact of a lady that bring them to our property, must be arranged prior to visit.
Talking about outside the ranch, you can see our neighbors with orange farms, dragon fruit plantations, passion fruit plantations, bamboo plantations, ostrich farm, chicken farm.
The town of LaBelle offers a lot to do and you must visit some places like LaBelle Nature Park, and Barron Park, we love to go there afternoons after grabbing a pizza. Talking restaurants, we can recommend our favorites, like a Italian restaurant, Mexican restaurant, a Brewing co, and a delicious Pelican's SnoBall shaved-ice snow cones that we are addicts of it!
We are located 30 minutes from town, no stores or gas stations close by. Please come fully equipped with your own utensils, cooking essentials, food and beverages.
We're also within 50 miles away of Estero Beach and 44 miles of Fort Myer.
Bring sunscreen and a hat, we are in Florida and it is always super hot over here during the day. Don’t forget the bug repellent and a sweater, sometime the temperature drop during night. You may want a flashlight or headlamp for walking around at night.
Enjoy the Florida outdoors lifestyle and we hope you enjoy your stay with us!
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Costa Myakka
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Myakka City, FL
Welcome to the "Wild and Scenic Myakka River"!
Our 20 acre ranch has everything from Longhorn cattle, to a white sand beach. We like to say our sand is like Siesta Key, except it's...in a swamp. Our property is not too far upstream from the Myakka State park, and parking is never a problem. ;-)
We have a beautiful homestead, and you have the choice of a furnished camper with water and power hookups in our pasture, or 2 primative tent or RV spots on the edge of a beautiful stand of Live Oak trees and Sabal palms along the river.
We have a porta potty on site that is regularly maintained.
Bring your family, bring your dog, bring your friends.....and don't forget to bring a fishing pole!
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Aker Brand Farms
5 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Myakka City, FL
15 acre Farmland in Myakka City, just on the outskirts of Tampa Bay and not too far from St. Petersburg, Bradenton and Sarasota.
2.7 miles from Wingate Creek State Park
14.5 miles from Lake Manatee State Park
15 miles from Myakka River State Park
We have an outdoor Shower and Gym that can be used by guests.
- 2 RV hook ups and plenty of room for a tent set up!
- Myakka River and a natural spring pond within walking distance of the campsite.
- If wanted you can get up close and personal with some of our cows and chickens!
We can't wait to welcome you!
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Suburban vacancy
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Lehigh Acres, FL
It’s an empty lot in Lehigh Acres in SW Florida with canals near by to go fishing. It’s on a 0.25 acres lot. It’s near Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Naples, and LaBelle Fl. Land is near a lot of water and you can park your vehicles and tent. It’s in a great quite area where people allow you to be you.
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Camp Morningside
2 sites · RVs5 acres · Englewood, FL
People are always amazed when they drive down my road that it’s in Englewood Florida.The entire area is horse country!
Extremely private, quiet and beautiful!
Reserved for vacationers with RV’s from 26 to 38 foot.
I live on the property and I have two horses, Koda And Lacey ,one dog Uschi And a Cockatiel named Cowboy. The horses have free roam of the property, and there will be manure on the property. It will be cleaned up regularly.
The business Amazing Tails doggy daycare & Boarding is also located on the property. I only take care of 6 to 8 dogs at a time. If you have a dog, you’re welcome to use the facility.
You will be given the combination to the gate once you are a member of our family. Use the code to enter and exit the property.
The monthly fees include 50 amp electric and municipal water. A septic tank is on the property and an RV wastewater tote will be provided for your use. Gray water can be run on the ground do not release sewer water on the ground Releasing sewer water on the ground will result in immediate eviction.
Campsites must be free of litter and trash. All items must be removed or disposed of upon your departure.
No overnight guests are allowed without prior approval
Quiet time is from 9 PM to 9 AM. This is a quiet, peaceful community, and we asked that you observe the quiet hours.
There is a washer and dryer on the property.
There are only 2 sites on the lake filled with ducks, cranes, Blue herons and 3 turtles. And before you ask, there are No Allegators!! No, why is that wrong?
You’ll be in the country yet close to all the modern conveniences and the beaches!
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Big Sky Sanctuary
2 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Fort Myers, FL
Welcome!
Here at Big Sky Sanctuary, we are currently working on a 6 Acre restoration and reforestation botanical garden project. 2 fenced acres of a developing fruit and botanical forest, and the remaining 4 acres is grassland with some trees and a seasonal pond.
We have planted a variety of plants and fruit trees; Mangos, Bananas, Plantains, Pomegranate, Figs, Ice Cream Bean Tree, Mulberries, Star Apples, Rose Apples, Soursop, Eggfruit, Peanut Butter Fruit Tree, White Sapote, Black Sapote, Jujubes, Jaboticabas, Lychee, Coconuts, Papaya, Avocado, Starfruit, Noni, Grumichama, Cherimoya, Jackfruit, Longan, Cacao, Sugar Apple, Pond Apples, Guavas, Pineapple Guava, Loquats, Pineapples, June Plum, Strawberry Fruit Tree, Surinam Cherry, Monstera Deliciosa, Prickly Pear Cactus, Lemons, Key Limes, and more - most of which are in our enclosed 2 acres.
We are allowing nature to regenerate itself in the grassland area by essentially not touching it / not mowing everything down. We have our trails designed, but all else is up to nature; letting the plant and tree life build itself back. We will be digging ponds and planting plants as well to assist this process.
Right now, we have 2 Campsites, all of which are located in the 4 acres of grassland/prairie.
There is plenty of wildlife around for you to enjoy out here. Enjoy waking up to the sounds of birds and not the sounds of cars.
-Our Trails are great for Biking, running, walking, one-wheeling and other electric vehicles (e-scooters, e-bikes, etc.)!
Big Sky Sanctuary is nestled in the backwoods country of Fort Myers in a 3,137 acre Preserve. Far enough away from the city to where light-pollution is low, but still have the convenience of gas stations, grocery stores, restaurants and entertainment within 10-15 minutes away. Closest Gas station is 6 minutes away and (2) different Publix locations are within a 15 minute drive.
Campsite #1 - is RV compatible but no electric hookup. Campsite #1 is also for tenting. Charging station is on the light post at the campground entrance. No firepit provided. Please no fires
Campsite #2 - is Tent ONLY. Charging station is on the light post at the campground entrance. No firepit provided. Please no fires
No Dump Station on property; Nearest Dump Station is 17.1 Miles away at the Love's on I-75.
20-25 minutes from RSW International Airport.
10 miles from I-75.
Bring your ATV's, bikes, kayaks, and hiking shoes - There are a few preserves and recreation areas within 20 miles from us. The Wild Turkey Strand Preserve is right up the road; CREW Marsh Trails; CREW Wildlife and Environmental Area, Caloosahatchee Regional Park, Hickey Creek Wildlife and Environmental Area, and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve for hiking and biking.
Lazy Springs Recreation Park is a straight-shot off the HWY from our road, 13.7 miles away where you can ATV/Mud, Motor-Bike, Jet ski, kayak and swim.
Depending on traffic, you can get to Fort Myers Beach in 45 minutes or less, and others (Barefoot Beach - Bonita Springs) in less than an hour.
Nearby restaurants and entertainment:
Top Golf - 11 miles
Fort Myers Brewery - 6.4 miles
Boulevard Deli Tavern (serves food until midnight) - 7.6 miles
Skinny Dogz (Breakfast/Brunch) - 7.5 miles
Pollo Encantado - 5.5 miles
Wanfu Buffet (sushi/hibachi) - 9 miles
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The White Canvas Camp
1 site · Lodging3 acres · Naples, FL
WCC is your private North Naples sanctuary nestled into a beautiful pine grove, a short walk to dining/shopping/music. Your luxurious 168 sqft tent has A/C, a queen bed, fine linens, robes, a hair dryer, and speaker. A kitchenette w/coffee maker, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer. Adirondack chairs, a gas grill w/burner, a picnic table, a hammock, a fire pit and more. Private outdoor hot shower and flush toilet. Great mood lighting inside & out. 10 miles to beach - chairs, coolers, beach towels, bikes.
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Pine Forest Ranch
4 sites · RVs5 acres · Clewiston, FL
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Our property is a very private place without access to houses yet close to an ecological area that's comfortable for your family at night. We have lots of sunlight in the trees. Come out and see!
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Forest camping near Punta Gorda guide
Overview
Set on the western coast of Florida halfway between Sarasota and Naples, Punta Gorda boasts nearby nature reserves and world-class beaches with stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. Water activities are a particularly big draw for Hipcampers, who take to the rivers for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing in places like Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park or Myakka River State Park. Anglers can try to hook barracuda, snook, sharks, or grouper. Diverse wildlife, including manatees, bald eagles, and alligators, populate the area—get up close and personal at the Peace River Wildlife Center. RV and tent campsites are plentiful, and camping near the major state parks offers easy access to hiking trails, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities.
Where to go
Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park
Just a few miles south of Punta Gorda, Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park spans over 45,000 acres of natural wilderness and over 100 miles of shoreline. It presents an excellent opportunity to observe such wildlife as manatees, dolphins, and wading birds in mangrove forests, marshes, and pine flatwoods. Kayaks and canoes are the best way to explore the park’s natural beauty. Visitors can explore other areas, but they are remote and primitive, so stick to the trails for cycling and hiking. Several nearby RV resorts offer full hookups for water and electricity, plus boat launches and pools.
Myakka River State Park
Myakka River State Park features a vast wildflower field covered in coreopsis, the state wildflower of Florida. Found at Big Flats Marsh, the yellow blooms are at their most abundant around the middle of May. Canoe, kayak, and fish along the namesake river, or explore miles of hiking and biking trails among pinelands and wetlands. The park also offers wildlife tours by boat and tram. Look out for osprey, limpkins, turtles, and alligators. The park offers six primitive campgrounds for backpackers, including firepits but no potable water. The three larger campgrounds support pet-friendly RV camping with 50-amp service, water hookups, and picnic tables. Some sites have wifi. Laundry, restrooms, and hot showers are here, too.
Oscar Scherer State Park
Easily accessible by major highways and next door to modern housing developments, Oscar Scherer State Park is a natural sanctuary for Florida scrub-jay. The beautiful blue-and-white bird is found only in Florida. The human-made Lake Osprey is a popular spot in summer for freshwater swimming and fishing, catching redfish, bluegill, and largemouth bass. In the winter, bald eagles return to nest here. Look for bobcats, gopher tortoises, and Eastern cottontail rabbits, too. Both tent and RV camping are offered here, including full hookups for electricity and water. Other amenities include grills, picnic tables, playgrounds, accessible restrooms, hot showers, and laundry facilities.
When to go
Like elsewhere in Florida, year-round camping near Punta Gorda is very possible. Many RV resorts with modern amenities can be found throughout the area, providing convenient 50-amp hookups, dump stations, and swimming pools. Temperatures are milder during the winter months, from December to February, making a more comfortable environment for outdoor activities. Migratory birds are another reason to visit in winter. Springtime brings wildflowers, like at Myakka River State Park. Camping during summer can be hot and humid, plus it is hurricane season, so prepare accordingly with plenty of water and other supplies.
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