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The best star host camping near Winter Park
98% (1.6K) • 83 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Winter Park
Citrus Sunrise Family Farm
1. Citrus Sunrise Family Farm
96%
(35)
32mi from Winter Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Visit our 15 acres of quiet farmland featuring a five-acre citrus orchard. We are a brief drive from new Smyrna Beach and this space is free of nighttime light pollution for watching rocket launches at Cape Canaveral which are easily visible, or stars brighter than you’ve ever seen them on a night with clear skies.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$29
/ night
A Swamp Paradise in Florida
2. A Swamp Paradise in Florida
96%
(39)
33mi from Winter Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Swamp land in Florida is located on a canal that goes to the famous St John's River. Famous for being one of only two rivers in the world that runs north... a beautiful area to enjoy Mother Nature an Father Sun. Go fishing, boating, hiking or just relax in the sun right from camp site... Boat launch on property for airboat, canon, kayak... An a adventure for all to enjoy...
Hipcampers come be with Mother nature🌴 an Father sun🌤️ in the swamp lands of
Florida dirt roads deep in the forest a little bit of paradise.... can go fishing,🎣 boating🚣 an hiking right on the land. Also there is a small row boat for your use to paddle down the canals to the St John's River. Little row boat is free to use no extra charge. Great for fresh water fishing🐟 on land or by boat, bird watchers, hunters an airboaters etc... Nice place to canoe from so can bring a canoe, small boat or airboat. There's a airboat ramp on property... Florida swamp land is on a canal that goes to the famous St John's River. This land is Way back in the swamp off a dirt road thur beautiful swamp foliage.🌴
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$30
/ night
Camp Shiloh
3. Camp Shiloh
98%
(142)
34mi from Winter Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Shiloh was the name of an early Florida town that was once located just down the road from our property. It was populated by hardy, adventurous folks who made a way for themselves and their families by clearing a spot along the lagoon, building a home and forging a life in a new location.
But Shiloh is now lost, literally removed from the maps. It no longer exists. When NASA needed a perimeter zone for the newly emerging space program in the 1950s, the federal government purchased large swaths of land between Oak Hill and Titusville, FL. Residents were bought out and forced to move. Houses were relocated or demolished. Shiloh disappeared into history while the space-age pushed forward into the future.
However... some foundations still can be found in the woods not far away, if you know where to look. There are even cemeteries that remain, whispering the names of individuals and families.
As a tribute to those early adventurers, we have named our place Camp Shiloh. We honor the past, we respect the wild Florida that surrounds us, and we celebrate the future as we watch rocket launches from our porch.
You are welcome to stay on the property while you explore the local communities of New Smyrna and Titusville, relax at beautiful Canaveral National Seashore, attend races in Daytona, visit amusement parks in Orlando... or whatever! It’s up to you. We are a peaceful, safe location from which you can stage your Florida adventure. Come on by. We look forward to hosting you!
Learn more about this land:
Park your van/small RV or pitch your tent on our rural homestead conveniently located 1000 ft off of US Hwy 1. Nearest I-95 exit is 3 miles away. Watch rocket launches, visit nearby beaches, attend NASCAR races, see local communities, relax at Canaveral National Seashore, birdwatch at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, fish Mosquito Lagoon, or visit the amusement parks of Orlando, we are a safe and quiet location from which to stage your adventures. We have two campsites. Site 1 is a nice level, grassy campsite for tent or RV, complete with a fire ring, picnic table, and firewood. Site 2 is the Glamping Greenhouse! We aren't fancy, but are clean, secure, and private. You can come and go as you please, and day-trip all over beautiful central Florida!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Roots ReTREEt in Old Florida
4. Roots ReTREEt in Old Florida
100%
(56)
35mi from Winter Park · 3 sites
The Roots ReTREEt is situated on 4.5 acres tucked away in Old Florida of Volusia County. The name comes from the roots that stretch throughout the property with the TREEs providing a sanctuary for all who come to rest. Our little piece of paradise has so much serenity with a fully wooded landscape while its only miles from fun things to do: surfing, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, paddling, swimming and more!
If you're lucky enough to experience the wildlife that shows up regularly, you could have the pleasure of seeing wild animals like: turkeys, deer, pigs, armadillos, hawks, dragonflies, butterflies, turtles and many others.
We're proud of our oasis and thrilled to share it with folks that appreciate protected land as much as we do. The land is part of the resource corridor, which is protected wetlands and it is environmentally sensitive and ecologically significant. This means that it is an ecosystem that supports the wildlife and cannot be touched or manipulated in any way.
Lucy's place is our community space for you and your family's use. It has lots of seating, plenty of places to relax, a grill and outdoor sink for cooking, and a gas fireplace to enjoy the scenery at night. A hot tub awaits you, which is open to the stars and great after a day of lounging or fun out and about.
We are close to everything but far enough for you to relax after a fun day of exploring. Daytona Speedway is a 30 min. drive. You can be on the beach in 20 min. or putting your boat/jet skis in the river in 15 min.
We'd be honored to share what we consider to be heaven on earth with you. :-)
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$53
/ night
Grissome Pkwy. Launch View
5. Grissome Pkwy. Launch View
97%
(58)
36mi from Winter Park · 3 sites
First site is a 12x32 concrete slab with city water and a 30-amp camper electric service. The second site (near the rear of the property and along a busy road that can be noisy) is a 10x14 concrete slab with city water and a household electric service of about 13 amps. No sewage facilities for both sites, must have black water holding tanks. I recommend stopping at a truck stop and empty the black water holding tank. Located on an acre with Grissom Pkwy in the back. Very near the restaurant "Jabbers". Great views of rocket launches, just a few miles from Publix, other shops and other restaurants. About a mile to the Indian River, about five miles to the Banana River (and Kelly Park for windsurfing or launching boats) about 12 miles to Port Canaveral and the beach at Jetty Park or better yet (my fav) Cherie Down Park. CDP is great for surfing, beach fishing, viewing rocket launches or just beach walking. While there please visit Port Canaveral's host of bars and restaurants. Also, about 25 miles to the Space Center. PLEASE! Best way onto property is go west on Canaveral Groves Blvd 1/2 mi. to Alan Sheppard, left and left again at 1st. street (Atlanta St.). Back the 1/2 mi. to Knoxville Ave where the trailer/camper entrance lines up directly with Atlanta St. GPS does NOT know if you are pulling a camper/trailer...LOL!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$10
/ night
98% (1.6K) • 83 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Winter Park
Citrus Sunrise Family Farm
1. Citrus Sunrise Family Farm
96%
(35)
32mi from Winter Park · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Visit our 15 acres of quiet farmland featuring a five-acre citrus orchard. We are a brief drive from new Smyrna Beach and this space is free of nighttime light pollution for watching rocket launches at Cape Canaveral which are easily visible, or stars brighter than you’ve ever seen them on a night with clear skies.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$29
/ night
A Swamp Paradise in Florida
2. A Swamp Paradise in Florida
96%
(39)
33mi from Winter Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Swamp land in Florida is located on a canal that goes to the famous St John's River. Famous for being one of only two rivers in the world that runs north... a beautiful area to enjoy Mother Nature an Father Sun. Go fishing, boating, hiking or just relax in the sun right from camp site... Boat launch on property for airboat, canon, kayak... An a adventure for all to enjoy...
Hipcampers come be with Mother nature🌴 an Father sun🌤️ in the swamp lands of
Florida dirt roads deep in the forest a little bit of paradise.... can go fishing,🎣 boating🚣 an hiking right on the land. Also there is a small row boat for your use to paddle down the canals to the St John's River. Little row boat is free to use no extra charge. Great for fresh water fishing🐟 on land or by boat, bird watchers, hunters an airboaters etc... Nice place to canoe from so can bring a canoe, small boat or airboat. There's a airboat ramp on property... Florida swamp land is on a canal that goes to the famous St John's River. This land is Way back in the swamp off a dirt road thur beautiful swamp foliage.🌴
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$30
/ night
Camp Shiloh
3. Camp Shiloh
98%
(142)
34mi from Winter Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Shiloh was the name of an early Florida town that was once located just down the road from our property. It was populated by hardy, adventurous folks who made a way for themselves and their families by clearing a spot along the lagoon, building a home and forging a life in a new location.
But Shiloh is now lost, literally removed from the maps. It no longer exists. When NASA needed a perimeter zone for the newly emerging space program in the 1950s, the federal government purchased large swaths of land between Oak Hill and Titusville, FL. Residents were bought out and forced to move. Houses were relocated or demolished. Shiloh disappeared into history while the space-age pushed forward into the future.
However... some foundations still can be found in the woods not far away, if you know where to look. There are even cemeteries that remain, whispering the names of individuals and families.
As a tribute to those early adventurers, we have named our place Camp Shiloh. We honor the past, we respect the wild Florida that surrounds us, and we celebrate the future as we watch rocket launches from our porch.
You are welcome to stay on the property while you explore the local communities of New Smyrna and Titusville, relax at beautiful Canaveral National Seashore, attend races in Daytona, visit amusement parks in Orlando... or whatever! It’s up to you. We are a peaceful, safe location from which you can stage your Florida adventure. Come on by. We look forward to hosting you!
Learn more about this land:
Park your van/small RV or pitch your tent on our rural homestead conveniently located 1000 ft off of US Hwy 1. Nearest I-95 exit is 3 miles away. Watch rocket launches, visit nearby beaches, attend NASCAR races, see local communities, relax at Canaveral National Seashore, birdwatch at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, fish Mosquito Lagoon, or visit the amusement parks of Orlando, we are a safe and quiet location from which to stage your adventures. We have two campsites. Site 1 is a nice level, grassy campsite for tent or RV, complete with a fire ring, picnic table, and firewood. Site 2 is the Glamping Greenhouse! We aren't fancy, but are clean, secure, and private. You can come and go as you please, and day-trip all over beautiful central Florida!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Roots ReTREEt in Old Florida
4. Roots ReTREEt in Old Florida
100%
(56)
35mi from Winter Park · 3 sites
The Roots ReTREEt is situated on 4.5 acres tucked away in Old Florida of Volusia County. The name comes from the roots that stretch throughout the property with the TREEs providing a sanctuary for all who come to rest. Our little piece of paradise has so much serenity with a fully wooded landscape while its only miles from fun things to do: surfing, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, paddling, swimming and more!
If you're lucky enough to experience the wildlife that shows up regularly, you could have the pleasure of seeing wild animals like: turkeys, deer, pigs, armadillos, hawks, dragonflies, butterflies, turtles and many others.
We're proud of our oasis and thrilled to share it with folks that appreciate protected land as much as we do. The land is part of the resource corridor, which is protected wetlands and it is environmentally sensitive and ecologically significant. This means that it is an ecosystem that supports the wildlife and cannot be touched or manipulated in any way.
Lucy's place is our community space for you and your family's use. It has lots of seating, plenty of places to relax, a grill and outdoor sink for cooking, and a gas fireplace to enjoy the scenery at night. A hot tub awaits you, which is open to the stars and great after a day of lounging or fun out and about.
We are close to everything but far enough for you to relax after a fun day of exploring. Daytona Speedway is a 30 min. drive. You can be on the beach in 20 min. or putting your boat/jet skis in the river in 15 min.
We'd be honored to share what we consider to be heaven on earth with you. :-)
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$53
/ night
Grissome Pkwy. Launch View
5. Grissome Pkwy. Launch View
97%
(58)
36mi from Winter Park · 3 sites
First site is a 12x32 concrete slab with city water and a 30-amp camper electric service. The second site (near the rear of the property and along a busy road that can be noisy) is a 10x14 concrete slab with city water and a household electric service of about 13 amps. No sewage facilities for both sites, must have black water holding tanks. I recommend stopping at a truck stop and empty the black water holding tank. Located on an acre with Grissom Pkwy in the back. Very near the restaurant "Jabbers". Great views of rocket launches, just a few miles from Publix, other shops and other restaurants. About a mile to the Indian River, about five miles to the Banana River (and Kelly Park for windsurfing or launching boats) about 12 miles to Port Canaveral and the beach at Jetty Park or better yet (my fav) Cherie Down Park. CDP is great for surfing, beach fishing, viewing rocket launches or just beach walking. While there please visit Port Canaveral's host of bars and restaurants. Also, about 25 miles to the Space Center. PLEASE! Best way onto property is go west on Canaveral Groves Blvd 1/2 mi. to Alan Sheppard, left and left again at 1st. street (Atlanta St.). Back the 1/2 mi. to Knoxville Ave where the trailer/camper entrance lines up directly with Atlanta St. GPS does NOT know if you are pulling a camper/trailer...LOL!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$10
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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David A
3 days ago
8 ft pop-up camper
Great host, highly recommend. The host was very friendly and very accommodating. I pulled in for a few days and my tiny camper needed a bit of work, worked out perfectly.
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David A
6 days ago
8 ft pop-up camper
Very accommodating and friendly host!
I enjoyed my stay and found some peace. Will definitely visit again, thank you!
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Jason
1 week ago
21 ft travel trailer
Sam's place near Cocoa was the perfect base for exploring both Cocoa Beach and Titusville. While I was there I was able to catch a Starlink launch from the Titusville Space View Park. I also went the other direction and caught the Sands Space Force museum and Ron Jon's in Cocoa Beach.
If you're heading to the area Sam's place is a great place to stay. But beware that it's not for the big rigs. I'm a 21ft travel trailer. I stayed on the driveway spot. And I felt like I was taking up the whole thing.
I loved that my door was away from the house. I felt like I was in my own place, even though I was steps from the house.
Steve is a great host. He left me alone all week, but I felt like I could call on him for anything while I was there. And as a long time resident of the area he knows where everything is that you'll need.
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Anne
1 week ago
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Awesome host, Awesome stay. Safe and quiet location. Would recommend
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Andrea
2 weeks ago
26 ft Class C
Samuel was very friendly and accommodating. Nice cement pad with water and electric. Hook up. The property was beautiful with lovely trees and foliage. Perfect location to go and see the rocket launch the night we stayed.
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Ty
2 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
With pets
We loved camping here it was a nice sopt away from the heavy traffic and we got to see a rocket launch. It was a nice quiet place to stay.
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Jeff
2 weeks ago
10 ft travel trailer
We enjoyed our four day stay in the area in part because of the camping opportunity Molly provided on her farm. The only time we saw the area in daylight was day one during a brief setup. Afterwards we left pre-dawn and arrived after sunset. We almost set camp near the beehives before we recognized them for what they were. Sounds of horses, roosters, and the occasional oink oink were enjoyed during our stay.
Camping here gave us an opportunity to unwind from visiting with family in Mims. We will definitely consider staying here again.
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Shiann
2 weeks ago
10 ft pop-up camper
I loved tent camping here! Good vibes and safe environment. Bonus points for the water access, electric hookup & outdoor shower.
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Paul
2 weeks ago
29 ft travel trailer
With pets
This was a fantastic host. He likes to be out to greet everybody that pulls on to his property. While I was unhooking, I was having some issues because of the little bit of slope going up onto the pad. The pad was very level, I do want to say that. But there's a slope between the hitch and my camper tongue. Sam made sure that I had everything I needed. He found me a breaker bar so I can get the bars off and get everything leveled. Great communications. I felt secure and safe. Very friendly man. Really enjoyed his property. Five star owner.
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Lisa
2 weeks ago
With pets
Great hosts! Very welcoming. Loved the unique housing of. Greenhouse. Lots of wildlife around - for the curious. Clean and cozy. Loved the twinkle lights to fall asleep to.
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Mark
3 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
Easy to find. Nice quiet location and we had the bonus of a nighttime Falcon 9 launch. Great host!
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zach
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
Very pleasant stay. peaceful and clean. 100% worth staying. :D
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William
3 weeks ago
Tent
Directions were clear despite being off the main roads. Vibes were great if you like Old Florida
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Roze
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Camp Shiloh
It was beautiful at the green house, we stayed when it was still the edge of winter so the greenhouse heat was really nice in the morning. Open the windows and doors in the afternoon. The lights and atmosphere were too pretty. Dont forget a way to wash things ins like i did though
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Chris
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
What an awesome experience camping in a field next to the rockets! Good communication from Holly immediately after making the booking. We found our way easily into the field even after dark. Quiet, peaceful, perfect place!
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David
3 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
This site is quiet, convenient, and comfortable. Samuel's attention to detail -- a good size, level cement slab, 30 amp hookup, and water -- makes for a pleasant stay. Our schedule meant we arrived about 9 PM, which was coordinated ahead of time through the Hipcamp messages
Sam was accommodating and met us upon arrival, ground guiding us to the site. Super spot, super host -- would highly recommend!
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Amelie
February 2026
25 ft Class C
We had an amazing stay and were very happy to meet Samuel. We highly recommend staying at his property.
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Holly
February 2026
16 ft travel trailer
Samuel was attentive and nice. He greeted us when we arrived. Helped us navigate where to park. The pad was level but we used it as a porch instead since the grass near it was level as well.
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J
February 2026
26 ft Class C
With pets
This was a comfortable and peaceful place to stop. Host was welcoming and warm. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again. The neighborhood was nice and established. Big lots so there is space and privacy. Host and neighbors were quiet. Great stay!
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Joe
February 2026
Tent
With kids
Clean piece of land to camp on and very private. Exactly what we were looking for as we wanted a dispersed vibe but still not far from civilization. Beautiful open meadow with a patch of trees on either side. Full moon with plenty of stars to gaze at. Nice walk through the orange groves the next morning. Already on our list of sites to revisit.
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The best star host camping near Winter Park guide
Where to go
Charles H. Bronson State Forest
Drive east of Winter Park, toward the Atlantic Ocean. Before you hit the shores, you’ll reach Charles H. Bronson State Forest. You can hike, fish, and ride horses all throughout the park, where trails range in both difficulty and ecosystem. When you’re ready to turn in for the night, head to your backcountry campsite—but not before exploring St. Johns River.
Around The Lakes
Calling all naturalists. In the opposite direction, the wetlands around Lake Apopka harbor local wildlife, flowers, and plants. To see even more of the natural landscape, stop at Lake Apopka North Shore and explore the marshes and their bountiful habitats. If that’s still not enough of a freshwater fix, check-in to a campsite further north to experience the neighboring lakes.
Rock Springs Run State Reserve
Open year-round, Rock Springs Run State Reserve lets you choose your own adventure. Everyone from mountain bikers to bird watchers can find the perfect campsite, not far from Winter Park. You can canoe over the Wekiva River to reach your backcountry campsite. Or, you can horse around—and camp with a horse near Wekiwa Springs State Park. If you’d rather camp at a traditional campground, you can alternatively book classic campsites with water and electric hookups, grills, and picnic tables.
When to go
Don’t let the name fool you; Winter Park is all about warm-weather activities, which happen year round. Plan your camping trip around your preferences. Summer in Central Florida can feel unbearably hot, so if you want long hikes on difficult trails, come when the sun is at its most bearable. Winter in Winter Park may bring crowds—plan accordingly so that your only surprise is nature’s beauty.