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Wilderness Shores Ranch Campground!

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32mi from Lake Kissimmee State Park · 84 sites · Tents, RVs · Lakeland, FL
ESCAPE TO THE WILD!!!! 750 acres of Ranch, Water and Islands to explore!! Wilderness Shores is an active Texas Longhorn Ranch with 4 beautiful miles of Shoreline and 750 acres of Ranch, Water and Islands to explore! Lake View or Oak Forest RV sites available with (20/30/50 amp) along with double water hookups and dump station on site! WE have beautiful RV CAMPERS ON SITE TO RENT AS WELL!!! Shoreline tents sites available right along the Lake shoreline! Or chose a Primitive Tent Campsite or RV boondocking! Picnic table, fire ring, water and charcoal grills provided with RV sites and Shoreline tent sites! Don't have a tent? We rent those too! Tent rentals medium/large are $35-$45. FREE HIGHSPEED OPTIC WIFI ON THE RANCH FOR ALL! Come see the beautiful scenery, lots of animals and breathtaking sunsets! We are Florida's Best Kept Secret! Non-Urbanized, Solitude and Family Fun Recreation! Join us for our exciting Texas Longhorn Cattle drives and kid Hayrides! Pet and feed snacks to our herd of friendly Nigerian Dwarf goats, beautiful Ranch Horses and our amazing Longhorn Cows! Grab a kayak (we rent them) and hit the lake to explore our dozens of islands and vast waterways! Walk or bike ride our many ridge trails! Along with FISHING GALORE!!! On our vast 4 miles of Lake Shoreline!! Sit on our relaxing 3 person swings throughout the property and enjoy a beautiful nature filled sunrise or sunset! End the day with cookouts, music, fun, laughter and family time around the Campfire! Country Store on site with our grass fed hamburger meat/steaks for sale! Along with other food items/ essentials to purchase. Firewood on site/we sell large round tubful's for a great price to last all weekend! Friendly pets are welcome!! Limit 2 per site/keep on a leash. Our Ranch and Campsite is a designated Agritourism by the State of Florida combining its two largest industries, Agriculture and Tourism. Feel free to inquire with us! Our website is wildernessshores.com For all of our sites Check-in is daily from 2PM - 6PM. Check-out is a 11am daily. Centrally located! 18 miles to LEGOLAND, 37 miles to Busch Gardens and 32 miles to Disney World! Enjoy all the Parks! In addition, we are 6 miles to Super Walmart for shopping needs and close to lots of restaurants!
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T.L.C.'S GYPSY HAVEN

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(127)
44mi from Lake Kissimmee State Park · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Lithia, FL
We are a working horse farm who hosts groups, summer camps, after school program, boarding, girl scouts, boy scouts, and birthday parties! We are very kid friendly and are perfect getaway for the family. Come and camp on our open, grassy field. We are offer horseback riding, boarding, and more with our beautiful horses. Lithia Springs is only 15 minutes away and the beaches are an hour from our property. You're also near tons of different parks with canoeing, playgrounds, pavilions, and activities only 15 minutes away, restaurants are only 10 minutes from our facility We are private property off of a private road and await your visit! Learn more about this land: We are a working horse farm who hosts groups, summer camps, after school program, boarding, girl scouts, boy scouts, and birthday parties! We are very kid friendly and are perfect getaway for the family.  Come and camp on our open, grassy field. We  offer horseback riding, boarding, and more with our beautiful horses. Lithia Springs is only 15 minutes away and the beaches are an hour from our property.  You're also near tons of different parks with canoeing, playgrounds, pavillions, and activities only 15 minutes away, restaurants are only 10 minutes from our facility We are private property off of a private road and await your visit! We can accommodate two, 30 amp & one, 50 amp site plus four, 20 amps or less at this time. We do not have a septic black tank hook up for RVs or campers. We do have a bathroom in the barn with a working toilet and sink but no shower.  We do have plenty of room for campers, tents, and RVs!
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Holly Berry Glen

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12mi from Lake Kissimmee State Park · 3 sites · RVs · Lake Wales, FL
Our easy to access property has a treelined drive that welcomes you to our camping space. With just three lots you'll be able to enjoy your time here in a partially shaded space. We offer both 30 and 50 amp electric, along with water and septic hookups. Maximum length 35', please call if longer. We're centrally located to many attractions like Disney World, Universal Studios, Legoland, and many other unique options. First time RVer? We're on site and will be happy to help you get parked, set up, and show you how to use the hookups. By the time you leave, you'll be a pro! Once you're settled you can sit outside and soak up the sun or enjoy a quiet meal at your own picnic table while watching the birds (you may be lucky enough to spot the Painted Buntings!). There's also a grassy area to let your trained and friendly dog(s) stretch their legs and get some play time in. When you're ready to venture out, you'll find great local "hole-in-the-wall" eateries along with your chain restaurant favorites. We're close to adventures of all types like Bok Tower Gardens, Legoland, several state parks, canoeing/kayaking, great fishing, paddle boarding, skydiving, Sunshine Flea Market, and the Spook Hill Mystery Spot. You can also opt to catch a movie at the local theater or take a tour of the Florida's Natural orange juice factory. If you're up for a 45-60 min drive you can also visit several of the attractions often featured in "weird Florida" guides including Solomon's Castle, Gatorland, and Monument of the States. And let's not forget, the more well-known attractions, Disney World and Universal Studios are also conveniently located about 45-60 minutes away. When you're ready to stock up on supplies, we're near gas stations and grocery stores (don't leave without trying the famous Publix subs). There are also coin operated laundry options near by. If you need it, there is a reputable RV tire and service company about 10 minutes away. Join us for a night, a few days, or even a week. While you're here we'll be happy to give you recommendations for our favorite spots or leave you to explore on your own – either way we look forward to hosting you! (Contactless check-in available)
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The best camping in Lake Kissimmee State Park, FL guide

Overview

About

You don’t have to go out west to get the dude ranch experience—at Lake Kissimmee State Park, the Cow Camp is a reproduction of a late 1800s outpost of Florida’s cow hunters complete with live reenactors and resident cows. Aside from this highlight, Lake Kissimmee State Park also features 13 miles of trails that wind around freshwater marshes and through forests of pine and oak, including some trails with equestrian access. You can paddle, boat, and fish on the park’s three lakes, and at night, the big open sky of Florida’s cow country makes for some amazing stargazing at the primary Lake Kissimmee Campground.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for classic camping: Lake Kissimmee Campground’s 60 campsites have everything you need, including water and electric hookups.
  • Best for glamping: Also within the park is a set of luxury cowboy-themed glamping tents bookable on Hipcamp.
  • Best for backpackers: Lake Kissimmee features two primitive backcountry campgrounds where all supplies (including water) must be packed in.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. Reservations for Lake Kissimmee State Park’s primary campground can be made online or by calling (800) 326-3521. Florida residents can make campsite reservations 11 months in advance, while non-residents can make reservations 10 months in advance.
  2. To reserve the primitive, hike-in backcountry campsites, call the park ranger station at (863) 696-1112.

When to go

Autumn, winter, and spring are all great times of year for Lake Kissimmee camping with mild weather. Although the park’s Central Florida location isn’t quite as hot and humid as Southern Florida, summers can still be sweltering. Summertime campers may be most comfortable in a setup with a fan or air conditioning.

Know before you go

  • The camp store is open from November to April. In addition to selling firewood, snacks, and camping supplies, kayak and canoe rentals are available for exploring the lakes or trying out the 10-mile Buster Island Paddling Trail.
  • Lake Kissimmee State Park is renowned for its clear skies, but the nearby Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is a designated International Dark Sky Park, with some of the best stargazing conditions in the country.
  • Although the park’s equestrian trails are BYOH (bring your own horse), the nearby Kissimmee, Lakeland, and Orlando areas have multiple ranches offering guided horseback rides.
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