# Primitive Island on Withlacoochee

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- **Location:** Hernando, Florida, United States
- **Price:** from $35.00/night
- **Rating:** 98% recommend (23 reviews)
- **Sites:** 1
- **Size:** 24 acres
- **Host:** Jason And Kristin P.

## Overview

Primitive Island is an island located directly on the Withlacoochee River across from Halpata Tastanaki Preserve. This is a ******BOAT ACCESS ONLY******!!!!!! tent/hammock primitive site. Nearby you will see lots of wildlife. There are multiple springs you can visit while you paddle. 

The river offers great fishing including bass, bluegill, stumpknockers and blue catfish and those are just some of the fish that live here. Great for kids as they can fish right from the campsite! The river also offers a gorgeous paddling route which includes Nichols spring, Big Blue Spring, Gum Slough and the rainbow river.

## Highlights

- **Nomadic camping:** Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
- **Jason and Kristin is a Star Host:** Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Campfires, Picnic table
- **Activities:** Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Paddling, Swimming, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** River, stream, or creek

## Sites

- **Primitive Island on Withlacoochee** (tents, up to 8 guests, $35.00/night)

## Policies

- **Check-in:** 13:00
- **Check-out:** 11:00
- **Minimum nights:** 1
- **Cancellation:** Flexible (Full refund 24 hours before check in time starts)
- **Pets:** allowed
- **Children:** allowed

**House rules:**

- Rules posted on campsite and picture on page

## Recent reviews

> I absolutely loved this campsite, and I wish there were more sites right on the river just like this one. For starters, it is a very easy, scenic float down from the Spruce boat ramp. I traveled by kayak and loved that it had its own little cove next to the site that made for perfect boat parking. Just as described, it had a nice fire pit, a charcoal grill, a picnic table and 4 benches. There was also a cable for a dog run, and about 3-4 solar-powered motion lights installed around the perimeter of the campsite. It is located near an elbow in the river with gives the view a nice panoramic feel…
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> - Trenton M., April 24, 2026

> Awesome place on the river! The dog tie off was a plus!! Thank you!
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> - Kymberlie F., April 22, 2026

> So cute and quaint! Jason & Kristin were so helpful in chatting before the trip.
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> - Bridget C., March 9, 2026

> What a wonderful place to camp! Everything was as expected and Jason and Kristin did a great job communicating everything ahead of time. Would definitely camp here again!!
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> - Kelci B., February 16, 2026

> It was definitely primitive but the motion lights, fire ring, and grill made things easy. We absolutely love it out there. Sound of fish splashing, birds swooping from trees hitting the water or land and coming up with fish and other prey, and the cool breeze is all we heard and loved it. We will definitely have a boat next time as kayaking in and out to go places was more workout than we anticipated. 10/10, will be back!
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> - Michael W., December 21, 2025