98% (2.3K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Winter Haven
98% (2.3K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Winter Haven
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ryan
2 weeks ago
28 ft travel trailer
The hosts were very friendly and helpful. They met us upon arrival to give us a lay of the land. Gave some helpful tips on backing into the site as it was a bit tight. Not a problem to get into just good to know what you’re getting into. Would stay again.
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Amy
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Camp Margaritaville Auburndale
Everything went very smoothly from check in to checkout! The efficiency cabana was new, clean & cozy. All the amenties were fantastic!
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Evgeny
November 2025
With kids
We had an amazing stay at this campground. Our cabin was comfortable and well equipped, and the on-site amenities like the huge pool, fire pits, and ice cream truck made it extra fun for the whole family. Being only minutes from Legoland was incredibly convenient, and we loved the chance to meet and chat with other campers around the property. We would definitely come back!
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Angela
November 2025
33 ft Class A
This spot was great! It was tucked back into a country setting while still being minutes from anything we needed. We saw deer at night. There were cows and chickens on the drive to his property. Bobby was very nice and super responsive with communications. We stayed for several nights. It was quiet and peaceful.
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Milton
November 2025
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
Otter Cove is a great place for a weekend get away. Easy to find and fairly secluded. Short dirt road leading in. The spot is on the back end of a large clearing with big oaks surounding and drop off on two sides. The site has a good mix of shade and sun. We were the only ones their and had complete privacy. You can hear some traffic, but its pretty far off. We would stay here again.
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greg
November 2025
Tent
Vince greeted us the evening we arrived. He was very friendly and accommodating. Campsite was spacious and had a great view overlooking an open field. My daughter and I had a great time.
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Jamason
November 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
Great off the grid site. Met Brian in the morning and he was very outgoing and accommodating. Would stay again.
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Ahjelic
October 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
The area was quiet as promised. The host Bobby was extremely helpful and very communicative. 10/10 would camp again if I was passing through the area.
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Shawn
August 2025
25 ft Class C
Fantastic host. Lovely camp area and the small store had wonderful things to purchase. We got the hot honey and some tallow. Thank you.
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Robert
August 2025
25 ft Class B
With pets
Very clean and the staff is so friendly and helpful
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Melea
June 2025
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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Kiara
June 2025
With kids
The cabana was clean, modern and comfortable, perfect for a weekend getaway. It was also stocked with all of the essentials. There were two pools, and plenty of hosted activities throughout the day for kids. The live music was also a nice touch. You have everything onsite - basketball court, volleyball, yard games, bars, restaurants, and a store, but also just a short drive to nearby restaurants and shops. Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for a fun, stress-free retreat with a touch of comfort!
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Luke
May 2025
Tent
With kids
Very nice location that’s minutes from town! Family friendly and the host was excellent! Would chichis recommend to anyone passing through or locals who just want to get away for a couple nights.
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Ricardo
May 2025
22 ft travel trailer
With kids
Awesome place. We all had a great time. Will visit again.
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keith
May 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
As advertised, friendly, responsive, would highly recommend for a trip to the area
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Chris
May 2025
21 ft Class B
With pets
I would definitely use again. I did not meet the owner but the setup is nice. Unfortunately, the summer weather switch turned on so it was very hot so I did not put out awning and enjoy the outside lol. Would be a great place when cooler - lots of space between the 3 sites. If you have children they have some nice play items for the kids to climb on.
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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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Jacob
May 2025
27 ft travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful & clean rv sites ! We had a wonderful stay. Friendly staff & lots of amenities! 10 out of 10 stay. Highly recommend!
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Melissa
April 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Vincent’s is a magical spot to camp! Great location to set up the Rv (or tent), very private, very safe location with nice open areas and beautiful large live oak trees. Close to everything you may need concerning grocery stores, etc., yet at the camp spot you are surrounded by woods and cool wildlife (so many owls, was awesome!). The host was super responsive, gave great directions and was very helpful. I would definitely recommend Vincents place!
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Steve
April 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
What a great quiet place to relax for the weekend plenty of room between the three sites. There was one other camper there that had a generator, and from our campsite, you could barely hear it. So the three sites are set up in such a way that you hardly know anyone else is there we stayed in otter Cove, but next time we will try owl landing.. the host Vincent was very friendly but yet did not bother us all weekend.
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The best star host camping near Winter Haven guide
Where to go
The Northern Lakes
Winter Haven contains a plethora of lakes, each of which has a distinct identity—and equally distinct campsites. The lakes are divided into Northern and Southern chains, so, for the full Winter Haven experience, drive north and work your way across the freshwater. Rent a cabin overlooking Lake Haines, and you’ll start your camping trip off on the right foot—or with the right paddle.
The Southern Lakes
Keeping in theme, why not explore the area’s other lakes? Pick a lake, any lake, on the Southern Chain of Lakes. Before you park your RV, take it for a spin and enjoy a scenic drive past the likes of Lake Eloise, Lake Summit, and Lake Cannon. Across Polk County, campers will not only find stunning vistas, but also enough fish to fill any campsite grill.
Wildlife Areas
If you’d rather explore Winter Haven’s green spaces, you’re in luck. Wildlife Areas come on all sides of the city, so Florida campers can embrace their inner birdwatchers, fishermen, and nature enthusiasts. Gopher tortoises, in particular, are known to frequent both the Hilochee Wildlife Management Area and the Crooked Lake Wildlife and Environmental Area. Keep your binoculars handy, and you’ll see all sides of Winter Haven.
When to go
Winter Haven is a year-round locale, though, like its name suggests, winter may actually be the best time for your next Florida camping trip. Hurricane season runs from late spring through early fall, so summer campers run the risk of storms. Of course, Florida has earned its “Sunshine State” alias, so you can certainly camp, hike, bike, and swim throughout the year. Just plan to maximize your time in the sun—and around the lakes.