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Cotee River Bend

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133 reviews

· New Port Richey, Pasco, Florida

5 acres hosted by Laura S.

2 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

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Our RV Campsites are located in a grassy field next to dense woods. Electric and water hookups are included in the RV/Camper sites, but not the Tent Site. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. Our newly renovated restrooms on the property have toilets and one shower. A boardwalk takes you along the Cotee River to our open air pavilions with several places to sit and enjoy nature. Cell phone service is not a problem, as we are not that remote (although it sort of feels like we are when you are here) - we are 5 min from downtown New Port Richey, 2 minutes from groceries, gas, restaurants. This beautiful slice of Old Florida is named for the Pithlachascotee River that bends along the back side of the property. Pithlo is the Creek word meaning canoe, and chaskita means to dig or chop out, together signifying "place where canoes are chopped or dug out". Seminoles of this area used canoes dug out from the great cypress trees found along Florida rivers. From the 1980s until 2014, this property was owned by the Cotee River Lions Club. They held a popular monthly pancake breakfast fundraiser in the large pavilion along the river. We purchased this 4.9 acres of land in late 2019. It is now where we live and have a woodworking shop. It has been a magical place for us, with no shortage of wildlife, rich jungle forest, a lazy winding narrow river, and even the occasion river otter sighting. We are grateful to all the humans who have occupied this place over the centuries before us for keeping it as nature intended it. It is our intention to do our part to conserve and protect its natural beauty as long as possible. We hope you find it to be as restful and rejuvenating as we do.

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98% Recommend202 ratings · 133 reviews

Cotee River Bend offers a peaceful camping experience with well-maintained facilities and a sense of seclusion, despite some road noise that might be a slight concern for light sleepers. The campground is praised for its clean bathrooms and showers, a beautiful boardwalk along the river, and the privacy of its tent sites. Campers enjoy the natural setting, spotting wildlife, and the helpfulness of the hosts, Laura and JR. The location provides easy access to outdoor activities like kayaking and birdwatching, making it an appealing choice for nature lovers.

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Fabian B.

6 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

24 ft Class C ·

RV Camper Site 1

We had a wonderful time at Laura's. It was our test run with our new class C rv. The boardwalk behind the propety along the river is beautiful. The bathrooms and shower are a great amenity. I highly reccomend this property.

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Roy H.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent Site

Tent ·

Corner Tent Site

Absolutely LOVED staying at the tent site here. We were the only ones there, so had absolute privacy, which is really important to me, and one of the major reasons that I did not stay at a public campground. Plenty of room. Very nice bathrooms, and the firewood that they have for sale there is virtually match-light. Beautiful pavilion over by the river... what can I say? I loved it. Yes, there is noise from the road... it bothered my friend more than it did me. But for me, paying that small price for such privacy, was a small price to pay indeed.

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Morgan A.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Corner Tent Site

Love camping here! My husband and I loved it and the land is peaceful! It is exactly as described. 10/10 will be back!

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Olivia A.

4 reviews

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· April 2025

29 ft Class B · With kids ·

RV Camper Site 1

What a great place to stop for a few nights in our RV. The land was well kept, and had a great woodland area to explore. Was close to New Port Richey (Uber $10). Laura had typed up a list of places to eat which was handy. Would definitely recommend.

Bob T.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

27 ft pop-up camper ·

RV Camper Site 2

Wow, tight site, clean showers/toilets, fabulous natured for us that love Florida Nature! We saw owls and Pileated Woodpeckers!”

Hillary M.

9 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Peaceful Retreat

Tent ·

Corner Tent Site

We loved camping at Cotee River Bend! The tent site was tucked away and private. All amenities were wonderful - fire pit, picnic table, clean bathrooms, and shower. The walk along the river was so peaceful and the chairs in the gazebo were perfect for morning coffee. Spotted birds (an owl!), some fish, and a rabbit. Just what we needed!

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New Port Richey, Pasco, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking