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Melea
1 week ago
25 ft Class B
We LOVED this location. Remote and yet close enough to friends that we were able to enjoy a night after our festivities to relax.
****IMPORTANT**** Unless you have stayed here before, I would advise arriving before the sun goes down. With its remote location, and technically “rural Florida”, you want to be sure you don’t find yourself on someone else’s private property.
Thankfully, Brian has A-MAZING neighbors who happened to come by just when we were going back to our instructions on how to get to his property. He was so kind and said “follow me” and even proceeded to call Brian for us to let him know we were coming so he could meet us at the sites.
We knew we would be coming in late (which we don’t prefer) but we had never been to this part of Florida before to understand its rural location. Rural is what we prefer, hence why I booked it, and we do know what to expect…but thank God for Brian and his neighbor. Brian is living a dream I have for us one day. Waking up to the quiet and trees surrounding us, only able to see what we assume is the helpful neighbor’s adjacent property. We WILL be back. For more than one night next time. The kindness we were shown was amazing and it’s a blessing to know those people still exist in our crazy world. In the morning, seeing the kids have fun outdoors was joyful. Making their own “slip n slide” and enjoying the sunshine and outdoors with each other. Love it! Thank you Brian and family…and neighbor…for a great experience. ❤️
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b
2 weeks ago
50 ft toy hauler
With pets
Not in any particular order - Very easy access, private, great hosts, fun wildlife, quiet, easy to find, clean and rural.
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Victoria
3 weeks ago
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
We had the best time at Cedarkirk!
My girls loves exploring the river and the playground. We were thankful the host was so accommodating to our needs as well. Truly a wonderful place to disconnect with the city and get down into the wilderness. We will be back. Thank you again.
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Jarrod
3 weeks ago
Tent
What an enjoyable experience. The campground was quiet and had nice camp sites. Bathrooms were clean and close by. The walking trails were a nice treat too! We'll be going back.
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Calvin & Emily
May 2025
With kids
Tiny Treasures was a blast! Had everything we needed for a family of 5. Definitely would book again. Neighbors were friendly. Host was responsive and checked in to make sure our stay was exceptional. Great location near lots of things to do. They even had recommendations for restaurants and activities.
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Anne
May 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
If you love peace and quiet, Cedarkirk campground is the place. Set back in the forest are 6 sites.
Bathrooms and showers are kept very clean.
You can take hikes throughout the property and down to the river.
As professional photographers the area has a lot to offer.
If you mountain bike, Alafia and Balm Boyette are close by.
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J R
May 2025
21 ft Class B
With pets
Brian has a piece of heaven and offers it to anyone that wants to enjoy tranquil nature with beautiful views. I am definitely coming back again to spend more time enjoying the simpler life and peace and quiet that surrounds his place. There are cattle nearby and you can hear them mooing along with other animals and birds in the woods. If you’re looking for rustic tranquility this is definitely a great spot for it. Lady is Brian’s dog and she was such a loving animal, she played and played with our dog Becky for what seemed like an hour but actually was maybe 30 minutes :).
I’ve been to several places where I would not recommend because of one thing or another but this place was so easy and felt safe I got probably the best rest I’ve had in years. All our thoughts and troubles went away as we enjoyed the sounds of nature knowing that Brian was there if we needed anything. Two thumbs up 👍 👍. We all need to have a special “go to place “ to get away and this definitely clicks all the boxes for us. May God bless Brian and keep his place open for us to enjoy for many years to come.
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Rick
May 2025
Tent
Third time staying here, and it was perfect yet again! Loved being down by the river. Very peaceful and relaxing! I will definitely be back again!
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Marisol
April 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With kids
Absolutely beautiful! The land and its views are absolutely breathe taking. Our daughter loved watching the riders and their horses gallop by. Everyone, especially the host, were super friendly. It's a close drive to Lithia Springs, we greatly enjoyed spending the weekend there and also highly recommend. We will definitely be back at this Hip camp location!
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Tracy
April 2025
Tent
I missed the cut off to leave a review on my first visit but it was so great that I obviously had to go back again!! The host, Kira, is AMAZING as is her property!! Extremely responsive even though I booked late night and last minute both times! I camped on site 1 both times and it did NOT disappoint. All sites besides 1 & 2 are secluded in the woods for a more intimate camping experience but, if you wanna bring friends/family, I HIGHLY recommend booking sites 1 & 2 together which have their own fire pits with a shared one right by the river! Whether you’re passing through town for the night, wanna get away for a weekend, or just wanna spend some quality time with friends/family in the woods, this is the place for you!! Such a beautiful experience and I CANT WAIT to go back! 😁
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Eric
April 2025
Tent
Had an absolute amazing time. All the camp sites were very nice. The water was very clear an nice to get into. Very peaceful. I can't wait to go back for another stay.
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Angela
April 2025
30 ft toy hauler
Beautiful piece of land private and peaceful. We’ll be planning another trip in the near future.
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Cristin
March 2025
Tent
With pets
The property is expansive and we enjoyed walking around it with our dog. Splashed around and wasted in the water for over an hour. Dog zoomies in the water?? Priceless!
We loved our tent-camping site but on our walk we saw several other nice sites and a picnic area. Next time we may rent kayaks!
We were pleasantly surprised there was a port-o-john on the property, which was very clean.
The only drawbacks were slight. When we stopped at the homestead to meet the host, a barking dog announced our arrival. No front door clearly visible, so it was several minutes of the dog barking non-stop and me calling out for anyone who may hear before someone came out. I may recommend training the son how to host if he is going to regularly be the greeter.
We will bring a shovel next time in case there are cow patties on the campsite, as they are not removed in preparation for guests.
Otherwise, we enjoyed the solitude and quiet. Unassuming place and we were left to our own devices. We will save the spot for future visits!
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Chuck
March 2025
Tent
Nice rustic woodsy campsites with full hookups. Has nearby campfire rings with supplied wood. Lithia Springs and Allifia River State Parks nearby within a few miles.
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DW
March 2025
Tent
With pets
The property is beautiful and Brian is super nice! He welcomed us, spent a little time talking and made me feel super comfortable on the property. The property is beautiful and at night, the Stars seem to be just out of reach of my fingers. As a new writer, I found that writing under the stars allows me to be more creative. My golden retriever was able to run around, as long as he stayed near me. The other folks staying there, I’m terrible with names, were super friendly and also welcomed us and made my dog and I feel at home! Yes, I will return and Yes, I’ll tell everyone I know!
I will return
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Derek
March 2025
29 ft travel trailer
With kids
The land is expansive and there’s plenty to do and see! The camp sites are very spacious and surrounded by trees which provide a nice amount of privacy. We loved it!
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Shannon
March 2025
Tent
Kira was an awesome host and super responsive. The sites were spaced out enough that I had privacy and peace. I was grateful for my 4WD as the path to get to the river sites was primitive. For those with larger vehicles/rigs definitely suggest walking it out first. However for me, the experience was perfect and I enjoyed my trip (even extending a day).
The stars were gorgeous, outside noise minimal (some motorbike racing, but not all night), and the river was refreshing. I brought my own kayak and though the embankment was a little steep, I enjoyed a nice paddle. The fresh eggs were delicious (the coop is on site).
If you are seeking a peaceful, no-frills gateway in nature Sandy Bottom is the place! I will definitely be back again!
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Dean
March 2025
Tent
Awesome Experience..if your looking for seclusion look no further. We had the campground closest to the river and loved it. Would definitely recommend for a true outdoor camping experience.
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Looking for the perfect camping experience near St Petersburg, Florida? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1360 options in the area, you're sure to find the ideal campsite to suit your accommodation preference, whether it's a tent, RV, or cabin. From Smokey Acres (358 reviews) to North Shore Relic Ranch (221 reviews) and Home of Many Miniature Animals (168 reviews), these top campsites are highly recommended by fellow campers. You'll also have access to popular amenities like potable water, toilets, and campfires. And if you're into horseback riding, wildlife watching, or swimming, these activities are easily accessible from your campsite. The average price per night is $38, with options as low as $10. So get ready to enjoy the great outdoors and book your camping adventure now!