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· Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida

33 acres hosted by Mike & Bill E.

1 lodging site · 11 RV/tent sites

Best in Florida: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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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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610 ratings · 302 reviews

Alexia C.recommends

November 24, 2024

Site 5 at S.W. Corner

Everything! The owner is amazing ! Very kind and nice welcome

K M.recommends

November 19, 2024

Site 6 West Road

Beauty on the Pond

The host, Mike was most kind & helpful. Very quiet, secluded but the veiws are just amazing! The wildlife & birds were awesome. It's on a beautiful old nursery and all kinds of fruit & Japanese trees & flowers about. I would absolutely recommend. Don't miss the entrance tho. Very difficult to turn around. Yup I did it. Not anyone's fault but my own. I came after sunset.

Jerson Z.recommends

November 18, 2024

Site 4 at the Dock

Incredible One of a Kind Site!!

An absolutely incredible area to camp at!! The site I had was perfect! Great space and wonderful view of the farm and pond. Mike was extremely kind and very helpful in showing us around his farm and telling us of the different plants he had. Truly a wonderful and magical experience that I hope to return to again. Highly recommend!!

Ashley M.recommends

November 18, 2024

Site 5 at S.W. Corner

Loved Camping here. Very peaceful and quiet. Caught a lot of Bass in the pond. Will visit again.

Audrey D.recommends

November 17, 2024

Site 8 West Road

Heaven on earth

Beautiful place, very private, nice people, and a groovy vibe

Joe K.recommends

November 11, 2024

Site 8 West Road

The camping area was nice there is a port a pot but it's a little ways to go... It is best to bring all personal preference items ie showers luggable loos water .....all in all the site was small but definitely doable

Location

Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Seminole, Tocobaga, Miccosukee, and Mascogo First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking