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By the Pond...

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380 reviews
· Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida
33 acres hosted by Mike & Bill E.
1 lodging site · 10 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site
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Stay by a lovely pond on 33 acre fruit and ornamental tree nursery property with great vibes. Located near I-75 just 20 miles South of Tampa, 35 miles east of Saint Petersburg, 35 miles North of Sarasota, 2 hours West of Orlando. This property is home to a farm/nursery operation and has a large pond on the west side. The pond is Spring-fed at the headwaters of Marsh Branch Creek which begins at our property and flows West about five miles in to Tampa Bay. Approximately 33 private acres allows for plenty of space between our campsites. Property is home to a farm with hundreds of fruit trees- Lychee, Mango, Starfruit, Papaya, Guava). Red Mombin, and thousands of banana plants. Fishing can be great, wildlife and bird watching too. Fenced and gated for safety, this old historic nursery property has good vibes and plenty to offer. Until you see it - you really may not understand. Parts of property are wide open, other areas are rugged and difficult to walk through including some wetland areas. The nursery has plenty of trees, and some fields -the large pond is surrounded by cattails and marsh/wetlands and has fish (Bass, Tilapia, Sunfish, Catfish). Several species of wildlife have been seen on the property. We think the property is lovely, and definitely want you to enjoy your camping experience!
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Site 9 North side of Pond

93% (22)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Located at edge of wetlands at North edge of pond along the North road, Hang out where you want, just don't park on or block the road please!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No showers
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Site 4 at the Dock

98% (82)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Located by the dock
Campfires allowed
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Site 7 West Road

99% (76)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Near the west side of Pond. Hang out where you want just don't block the road.
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Site 5 at S.W. Corner

97% (68)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Located on the ponds southwest corner. Offers lots of room for group gatherings.
Campfires allowed
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Site 3 near East shore of pond

94% (61)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 9 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Site 3 is situated at edge of a field with a pond view through the trees. It offers afternoon shade, privacy.
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Site 6 West Road

95% (51)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
On west side of pond, narrow site close to road around the pond. park and pitch tents away from road to allow for other campers to pass.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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Site 2 @ Road to Nowhere

99% (39)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 7 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Site 2 offers an outstanding view of pond's north end wetlands and water. Good spot for bird watching. (Not as private as Sites 3-12 because it is located near farm's Nursery operations.)
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Site 8 West Road

92% (26)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 7 · Vehicles under 36 ft
On west side of pond not far from our NW corner. Sign at site plus other open parking areas on pond side of road. Set up camp where you want, just please don't block the roadways.
Campfires allowed
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No electrical hookup
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Site 15 - new South Site

100% (18)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 7 · Vehicles under 44 ft
We added a new sunny waterfront Site on South shore of pond during 2024 FYI It has a nice view of pond and access to water and is fairly close to the dock, located between sites 4 and 5
Campfires allowed
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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Site 1 near 24th Street

100% (16)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Site 1 is close to 24th Street S.E. and our well. It offers easy access and a gate to allow for direct entry by campers and vehicles if needed,
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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Site 10 North end, tents only

93% (14)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
North end of pond. Tents only Campsite is in the trees beyond the cattails in the above picture. Located along our North road,
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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Lodging

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Grey Wolf Glam Camper

94% (16)
Onsite RV/trailer · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed
Grey Wolf Glam Camper Available for short-term stays at our organic farm. Agro-Tourism location on working farm/nursery operation.This unit has power and water hooked up, sleeps 2 in the bed and room for more on Air bed or Mattress on the floor. Cozy place at a convenient location near Tampa-St Petersburg and Sarasota areas.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
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97% Recommend713 ratings · 380 reviews

Location

Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Mike & Bill E.

Joined in November 2020
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