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Primitive Island on Withlacoochee

Hosted by Jason · Hernando, Florida
8 guests max
98%
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19 reviews
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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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."Primitive Point" is a 24 acre paddle in paddle out peaceful cypress and hardwood island located directly on the Withlacoochee River. Our campsite can accommodate up to 6 people with room for 3 small tents and plenty of trees to hang hammocks. On site you have access to a charcoal grill with utensils ( brush, spatula and tongs), a fire ring for campfires and picnic table with benches. Please note there are no toilets on the island at this time. 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. Wildlife abounds!! Being across from the Halpata Tastanaki Preserve, you can wake up to deer, turkeys, wood ducks, scrub jays and sandhill cranes. You can see abundant wildlife as you paddle the river. This is an island and only accessible by kayak, canoe, small boat or paddle board!! The closest ramp to put in at is Spruce street ramp which is 1.2 miles from the campsite. If you really want to take it all in you can launch at Turner camp boat ramp which is 10.6 miles from campsite. For the serious paddler launch at HWY 44, its a 14 mile paddle to Big Blue Spring and 4.8 miles from there to the campsite. (please do your own research as far as multiple day parking at the above mentioned ramps) Along the river you may notice crosses that are memorials for people that spent their lives enjoying the river. There is a small memorial and a cross on a tree at the campsite that is in memory of a friends loved ones that grew up on the island, out of respect we ask that it not be disturbed.
What to expect
Tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 1:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 3 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
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Primitive Island on Withlacoochee

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Tent site · Sleeps 8
"Primitive Point" is a 24 acre paddle in paddle out peaceful cypress and hardwood island located directly on the Withlacoochee River. Our campsite can accommodate up to 6 people with room for 3 small tents and plenty of trees to hang hammocks. On site you have access to a charcoal grill with utensils ( brush, spatula and tongs), a fire ring for campfires and picnic table with benches. Please note there are no toilets on the island at this time. 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. Wildlife abounds!! Being across from the Halpata Tastanaki Preserve, you can wake up to deer, turkeys, wood ducks, scrub jays and sandhill cranes. You can see abundant wildlife as you paddle the river. This is an island and only accessible by kayak, canoe, small boat or paddle board!! The closest ramp to put in at is Spruce street ramp which is 1.2 miles from the campsite. If you really want to take it all in you can launch at Turner camp boat ramp which is 10.6 miles from campsite. For the serious paddler launch at HWY 44, its a 14 mile paddle to Big Blue Spring and 4.8 miles from there to the campsite. (please do your own research as far as multiple day parking at the above mentioned ramps) Along the river you may notice crosses that are memorials for people that spent their lives enjoying the river. There is a small memorial and a cross on a tree at the campsite that is in memory of a friends loved ones that grew up on the island, out of respect we ask that it not be disturbed.
Special access
Campfires allowed
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers

Reviews

98%· 23 reviews

  • Trenton M.

    Tent camped, Apr 2026.

    Recommends

    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. It is high enough off the water and has enough cypress knobs around it that I wasn’t concerned about alligators coming up near the camp. And, it was covered with a nice, mature tree canopy providing shade over the entire area. I had plans to roll out early the next day, but it was such a nice and peaceful spot, I ended up just hanging out there most to the next day.

    • Direct river view
    • Easy boat parking
    • Approaching camp
  • Kymberlie F.

    Tent camped with pets, Apr 2026.

    Recommends

    Awesome place on the river! The dog tie off was a plus!! Thank you!

  • Bridget C.

    Tent camped, Mar 2026.

    Recommends

    So cute and quaint! Jason & Kristin were so helpful in chatting before the trip.

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Amenities

  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • No toilets
  • No potable water
  • No showers
  • No wifi
  • No laundry
  • No trash disposal
  • No cooking equipment
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • Pet-friendlyKeep pets leashed and clean up after them.
  • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 24 hours before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 1pm. Check-out at 11am.
  • Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 3 months ahead.

Extras

  • Firewood bundle$15.00 per itemStart your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Location

Hernando, Citrus, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Jason And Kristin P.Joined August 2023100% response rate

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