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Lochloosa Creek Hideaway + Biking

Hosted by Brandon · Hawthorne, Florida
4 sites · RV · 25 acres
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15 reviews
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Full RV hookups
Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.
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Welcome to Our Private and Cozy RV Camp! This property features five RV sites—four with 30-amp power and one with 50-amp power. All sites include water hookups, and there's a wastewater dump station and trash cans for convenience. Easy Access and Secure Camping Located directly off Hwy 20, RV sites are at the front of the property, with plenty of room to navigate and clearance from overhead trees. The sites are behind double iron gates on a fenced and secure property. Surrounded by Nature and Adventure The Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail runs along the back of the property, this bike, walking, and horse trail was formerly a railroad and now connects Downtown Gainesville to Hawthorne. Enjoy the historic Lochloosa Creek, with the old train bridge still in use for the trail. Loaner bikes are available for guests to explore the trail. The camp site it's about an hour's bike ride to Gainesville or a 15-minute drive by car. Hawthorne is just six minutes away. Farm Life and Pet-Friendly Atmosphere This is an active Florida Department of Agriculture hemp farm and Homestead. Animals on-site: Outside the fenced camp area, you'll find pet cows and donkeys—all friendly and never raised for food. Feel free to feed and pet them without crossing the fence! Ducks and chickens may wander near the camping area. If you're towing horses, they are welcome to graze within the camping area. If multiple guests have horses, we’ll guide you to a larger pasture. Pets are welcome! Just keep them leashed near the other farm animals. Campfire and Late-Night Access Campfires are permitted—enjoy a cozy evening under the stars! 🔥 The gates remain locked and you'll have access to the lock code. Gainesville's restaurants and bars close at 2 AM, so you can enjoy a night out without worry. Riding the Trail The trail leads to Depot Park in Downtown Gainesville, where you’ll find restaurants, pubs, live entertainment, and the Cade Museum, there're also multiple trails, preserves and attractions along the way, the trail is part of the Paynes Prairie State Park. Electric bikes are allowed on the trail, making for an easy ride. If you need anything, we're always on the property and happy to help! 😊

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RV-only sites

4 sites
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30 amp site 3

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
One of our four sites with 30-amp power and water hookups. You’re free to choose the space that suits you best, come relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Nestled on our homestead farm, this cozy mini RV camp sits beside Lochloosa Creek and the scenic 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Bike and Horse Trail: perfect for cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers, you'll enjoy a peaceful retreat under the stars. Explore the surrounding trails and preserves or simply relax and enjoy the nature, we invite you to experience the charm of our tranquil country setting!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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30 amp site

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 50 ft
One of our four sites with 30-amp power and water hookups. You’re free to choose the space that suits you best, come relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Nestled on our homestead farm, this cozy mini RV camp sits beside Lochloosa Creek and the scenic 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Bike and Horse Trail. Perfect for cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers, you'll enjoy a peaceful retreat under the stars. Explore the surrounding trails and preserves or simply relax and enjoy the nature, we invite you to experience the charm of our tranquil country setting!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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30 amp site 2

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 50 ft
One of our four sites with 30-amp power and water hookups. You’re free to choose the space that suits you best, come relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Nestled on our homestead farm, this cozy mini RV camp sits beside Lochloosa Creek and the scenic 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Bike and Horse Trail: perfect for cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers, you'll enjoy a peaceful retreat under the stars. Explore the surrounding trails and preserves or simply relax and enjoy the nature, we invite you to experience the charm of our tranquil country setting!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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50 amp site

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
Our first site upon entry features a 50-amp connection, while all sites are equipped with RV electrical and water hookups. We've cleared tree limbs above 15 feet to ensure easy access for any DOT-legal vehicle. Nestled on our homestead farm, this cozy mini RV camp sits beside Lochloosa Creek and the scenic 13-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Bike and Horse Trail: perfect for cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers, you'll enjoy a peaceful retreat under the stars. Explore the surrounding trails and preserves or simply relax and enjoy the nature, we invite you to experience the charm of our tranquil country setting!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend15 ratings · 15 reviews
Recommends
· August 2026
Great place
28 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
30 amp site 3
We loved the easy access and our host was amazing . Very nice little tiny bathhouse is really cool
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· March 2026
The Perfect Getaway with Friends!
21 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site
We just had an amazing stay on Brandon's beautiful property! From start to finish Brandon was attentive and accommodating. The property was beautiful! It backs right up to a tree covered and paved bike trail which was so much fun to ride! We used our ebikes but he had 2 bikes for our adult friends and even went out of his was to get a child's bike for their 10 yr old! We also visited Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park which was so interesting. We shook tangerines and oranges from the trees stayed for the fascinating tour of her home. We took full advantage of his big smoker and had great food, built fires and toasted marshmallows! If you are on the fence about this property, dont be. Go! You will love it. ❤️
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· February 2026
27 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site 2
A great place to camp plenty of things to do near by . Property backs right up to the historic hawthorn trail a paved trail that replaced an old train track.excellent for hiking and biking. Not to far from silver springs and st Augustine. Brandon and his wife were nice and helpful.definitely recommend.we plan on going back
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· February 2026
Camping under the oaks
16 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site 3
Brandon was a great host! Nice spot under the big oaks, and the outhouse with running water was a nice touch.
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· February 2026
28 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site
Great property and host! Super nice with helpful information and provided everything we needed. The outhouse and common area was really nice and we really enjoyed the easy access to the bike trail.
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· December 2025
Very welcoming
30 ft Class C ·
30 amp site 3
Very helpful owner and even sewer! Right on the bike trail.
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· October 2025
25 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site 3
Brandon's place was great - he had it all, from restroom, water fountain, fire pit, grill, smoker, picnic tables, lights, access to bike trail... the list goes on. Brandon made it easy to have an awesome weekend. Much appreciated!
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· April 2025
An E-bikers delight!
45 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site 2
OMG! Brandon was such a great host! He was there at the gate when we arrived and went above and beyond the call of duty helping us get settled in and showing us around the property he’s in the process of developing. But the most amazing thing is that the back of his property is right on one of the coolest tree covered bike trails ever for E-bikes!
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· March 2025
14 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
30 amp site 2
Brandon and his wife were great and very helpful.
Recommends
· March 2025
45 ft Class A ·
30 amp site
Awesome host! Brandon was very accommodating. Even had wood for outdoor fire ready each night!
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· March 2025
Stay for Gator nationals
45 ft Class A ·
50 amp site
Brandon was great host ,went above and beyond to accommodate . Had 2 Motorhome’s and trailer . He set and helped hook back up when we left . Had firewood available and checked on us everyday . Making improvements based on needs . Would stay again
Recommends
· March 2025
Short weekend trip
25 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
30 amp site 2
Brandon was a wonderful and accommodating host. The camp site sat right next to the Rail trails for biking. He also had chickens donkeys and cows that were very friendly. The location is perfect for people who want to go into Gainesville, but still wanna stay out of the city.
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· March 2025
50 ft fifth wheel · With kids ·
30 amp site 3
We had a wonderful time camping here! The space was accommodating, and the host was very attentive. The campfire space was very nice with string lights, picnic tables, and a grill. The cows, donkeys, and chickens on the property were friendly, and we enjoyed feeding and petting them. Thank you for having us!
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· February 2025
Winter trip 2025
19 ft travel trailer ·
30 amp site
Luv’d the Gainesville-Hawthorne bike trail right onsite! Goes right thru Payne Prairie & into Gainesville. Great utilities, fire ring, free wood. Host was super helpful. Lots of local history & advice for places to visit. We’ll be back👍
Recommends
· October 2024
Camping in a Hurricane.
37 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
50 amp site
Brandon our host was incredible. Quiet spot off the road near Gainsville. Perfect spot for a football weekend without the crowd. Was a safe place during hurricane Milton.

Location

Hawthorne, Alachua, 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 Brandon B.

Joined in August 2024
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