Pet-Friendly Campgrounds and RV Parks in Gainesville, Florida

Tired of the stack and pack parks? Seeking peace, quiet and some space disbursed for adults staying amongst the beauty of trees? We are a Non-Profit Private Membership Association remaking RV/Trailer and tent Eco-stays. Our goals are to maintain the natural Land and Preserve the Peace at all of our preserved spaces. Dogs are welcomed on the giant off-leash property.

Why You’ll Love High Vibes PMA - Private Membership Association

Treated well water; compost, recycling and trash sites; septic dump and community gathering areas. Some gardens and additional landscaping are maintained with two bee hives at the far back corner. Come stay for awhile!

Amenities

• Back-In
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Campground Activities
• Cell Reception
• Community Areas
• Dump Station
• Fire pit
• Firewood Available
• Grills
• Hiking Trails
• Horseshoes
• Pet Area
• Pet Friendly
• Picnic Tables
• Potable Water
• Propane
• Pull-Through
• Shaded Sites
• Sports Field
• Waste Disposal
• Wi-Fi

Perfect location with 5 separate large properties. Very natural setting makes it feel like you’re not at an RV campground. The creek, marsh and Lake properties, each offer of their own special landscape and vibe. For large “family and friends” gatherings you can rent a whole property with either 2,3 or up to five 50 amp full hookups. This is RV camping for those who desire a special and more peaceful/private RV’ing experience.

Why You’ll Love Privacy RV Resort of Steinhatchee

" We are brand new but always five star rated as a rental home property before hurricane Helene destroyed homes and the owners renovated the properties into what they hope is soon considered one of the best RV destinations in Florida. " - Website Review.

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• 50 AMP
• Back-In
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Bar
• Bathrooms
• Beach Access
• Big Rig Friendly
• Biking Trails
• Boat Ramp/Launch
• Boat Rentals
• Cable TV
• Cell Reception
• Clubhouse
• Community Areas
• Electric Hookups
• Family Friendly
• Fire pit
• Firewood Available
• Fishing
• Full Hookups
• Golf cart rentals
• Grills
• Hiking Trails
• Lake Access
• Laundry
• Marina
• Pet Area
• Pet Friendly
• Picnic Tables
• Potable Water
• Pull-Through
• Recreational Water Activities
• Restaurant
• River Access
• Shaded Sites
• Showers
• Swimming
• Water Hookups
• Waterfront
• Wi-Fi

Located between Lake Alto and Hampton Lake in Waldo, FL, is an exciting campground that offers fun for just about everyone in your group. You'll enjoy over 28 acres of stunning, wide-open views. At Dixie Land Music & RV park, you can take advantage of the scenic landscape all day and then spend your evenings in cities like Gainesville or Jacksonville less than an hour away.

Why You’ll Love Dixie Land Music & RV Park

This RV park is host to music events and activities throughout the year. You can feel free to join in and socialize or sit in the shade and relax throughout the evening. Guests have access to Wi-Fi and 30- and 50-amp electric hookups, water, and sewer hookups. This pet-friendly park also offers laundry facilities, a clubhouse, community showers, and restrooms.

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Family Friendly
• Fire pit
• General Store
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Propane
• Showers
• Water Hookups

Situated on the shores of Lake Ocklawaha and at the edge of Ocala National Forest, the state’s largest forest area and second-largest green space behind the Everglades, Fort McCoy/Lake Oklawaha KOA is the place to go if you want to spend some time escaping day-to-day life. This campground area is loaded with amenities for swimming, boating, and hiking.

Why You’ll Love Fort McCoy/Lake Oklawaha KOA

If you and your family are looking for more fun when staying at Fort McCoy/Lake Oklawaha KOA, you have options like The Canyons Zip Line in nearby Ocala. ATV enthusiasts have several choices in the area like ATV Offroad Adventure Tours and Hog Waller Mud Bog & ATV riding

What People Are Saying About Fort McCoy/Lake Oklawaha KOA

“This campsite is so spacious and so clean. Probably the cleanest I’ve ever stayed at. The people camping there were so nice and friendly too. This was such a wonderful vacation for us. The grounds do have ants, but other than that, everything is clean and well maintained. ” – Cara, Google Review

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Wi-Fi

We offer shooting events on two skeet fields, three trap fields, five stand, Olympic Skeet, and our Olympic Trap (bunker) shooting venue (pictured above). We are certified by USA Shooting as a regional training center for Olympic Skeet and Olympic Trap. Contact us for event pricing.

Why You’ll Love Gator Skeet & Trap Club

We offer recreational shotgun sports, perfect for a weekend away before the hunting season or an exciting new activity if you're passing through town!

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Paved Roads
• Paved Sites
• Pet Friendly
• Ranger Station

Santa Fe Palms RV Resort is a beautiful brand-new RV park located in the City of Gainesville just 7 miles to UF and your favorite sports event! Our locally owned and operated RV resort is elegantly designed including a lovely lanai and swimming pool, fitness room, licensed massage therapist services, high-speed fiber optic Wi-Fi, pickleball, and gated access. Pets and children welcome! Location, location, location whether it’s Arts and Culture, Sports, Outdoor Adventure, proximity to Shands, NFRMC, VA Hospital, or a Night on the Town, We’re your Destination in Gainesville! We offer outstanding accommodations for Class A’s, B’s, C’s, 5th wheels, and travel trailers with many Pull-thru sites, concrete patios, exquisite landscaping, and full easy-access hookups; ideally suited for your big rig! We Look forward to sharing our Amazing Resort with you! Call 352-451-4566 for reservations and availability, or visit our website at www.santafepalmsrvresort.com

Why You’ll Love Santa Fe Palms RV Resort

Beautiful Brand-New Resort, lovely lanai and swimming pool, custom tiled showers and restrooms, high-speed Fiber Optic WiFi, great front-load washers and dryers, easy access hookups at each site and many pull-thru sites - ideal for big Rigs

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Cell Reception
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Showers

Located just a few miles southwest of Gainesville, Williston Crossings RV Resort is a full-service campground that offers many amenities to keep everyone in your party active. This Gainesville camping site offers amenities like tennis courts, hiking and biking trails and a large swimming pool that is open year-round. When the weather doesn’t permit exercising outside, there’s also a well-equipped fitness center to use

Why You’ll Love Williston Crossings RV Resort

If someone in your group has a wedding coming up or you are looking to have a family reunion or other gathering, this Gainesville campsite is the place to host a party. There is a large pavilion ideal for having guests sit or mingle, and a large clubhouse and kitchen can assist you in setting up your event.

What People Are Saying About Williston Crossings RV Resort

“Great place to call home or if you’re just passing through. Beautiful grounds and friendly people everywhere!” – Linda, Google Review

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Showers
• Water Hookups
• Wi-Fi

Another campsite located near Lake Orange, Sportsman’s Cove Campground is a paradise for sports enthusiasts. The site itself has its own boat ramp for you to launch your vessel and even boat slips to rent for long-term visitors. If you want to get out on the water but don’t have your own equipment, you can rent a kayak.

Why You’ll Love Sportsman’s Cove Campground

If you want to spend some time away from the RV or even just a night away from the kids, consider renting one of the park’s cabins that are available. These cabins are completely furnished and have everything to get a good night’s sleep. You can rent one- or two-bedroom cottages by the day, week or month.

What People Are Saying About Sportsman’s Cove Campground

“The park has been cleaned up under the new ownership and is now a pretty place for a short or longer stay!” – Holger, Google Review

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

If you are a fan of antiques and quaint specialty shops, you won’t have to travel far for entertainment when you stay at High Springs Campground. The city of High Springs is a hotbed for these types of shops and is also an ideal place to get a homestyle lunch or dinner. The campgrounds themselves are adjacent to Interstate 75, which makes it easy to get to Gainesville or other nearby destinations.

Why You’ll Love High Springs Campground

Plan your stay at the right time, and you can catch the world-famous National Hot Rod Association Gatornationals drag races held at the nearby Gainesville Raceway. If you’re looking for something a bit quieter, the camp allows fire pits in certain areas, ideal for relaxing on cool evenings. There is also a playground for the kids and horseshoe pits for everyone.

What People Are Saying About High Springs Campground

“Very friendly couple that owns and runs the place. Restrooms/showers are kept very clean. Peaceful and quiet. I would camp here again!” – Robert, Google Review

Amenities

• 30 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Horseshoes
• Laundry
• Membership Discounts
• Pet Friendly
• Playground
• Pool
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

Another park near the High Springs area, October Bend RV Park is close to several attractions like Poe Springs Park, where you and your fellow travelers can go snorkeling or canoeing, and the Mill Creek Farm, which is home to dozens of retired horses. You’re also close to fun attractions like the Kananpaha Botanical Gardens and the enclosed Butterfly Rainforest operated by the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Why You’ll Love October Bend RV Park

The park is loaded with amenities, including estate-sized parking for your RV, giving you ample room to spread out without being close to your fellow RV owners. There’s a play area for the kids as well as a wooded area ideal for walking and hiking.

What People Are Saying About October Bend RV Park

“Quiet and peaceful. Very clean handicap (ADA) bathhouse with roll-in shower.” – Hank, Google Review

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Pet Friendly
• Showers

Ocala North RV Park is a few minutes away from downtown Ocala. Interstate 75 is right next to this RV park, and it is about 1 mile away from Orange Lake. This RV park is relatively large and has spacious sites.

Why You’ll Love Ocala North RV Park

Ocala North RV Park is a wooded paradise. This RV park is a significant distance away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but conveniently, there is a small shopping center nearby. There is also a small pond not too far away from this campground. Ocala North RV Park offers free Wi-Fi.

What People Are Saying About Ocala North RV Park

“Better than last time we came just for a visit, to scope it out. The new owners are working to improve things. The cost is low which makes it more attractive if you want to stay for a while. Nice, quiet location. People here are polite. Heavily wooded. Streets are fairly rrow but if you drive slowly easy to handle.” – Dold, Google Review

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

Formerly known as Oaktree Village in Ocala FL, is under new ownership and management. Greentree Estates is a 46-acre gated community under a new innovative management team. Our new team is highly dedicated to updating the entire property while still providing affordable stays.

Why You’ll Love Greentree Estates

Living is expensive and providing a good life for you and your family can be hard. But there’s a place for you to live the life you’ve always dreamed of, and it’s right here at Greentree Estates.

Amenities

• Basketball
• Laundry
• Pet Area
• Pet Friendly
• Pickleball
• Pool

Silver Springs RV Park is a large RV park in the town of Silver Springs. It is across the street from Silver Springs State Park right off Highway 40. There is a post office next door, and there are multiple restaurants within walking distance.

Why You’ll Love Silver Springs RV Park

Silver Springs RV Park has all the ingredients needed for fun-filled days. You can soak up the sun at Silver Springs State Park, and then you can head down the street to Steak ‘n Shake for refreshments. Plus, Ocala is only about 10 minutes away.

What People Are Saying About Silver Springs RV Park

“We’ve been here for about two months now for the winter season. We’ve enjoyed staying here overall. We were very happy they allowed our kind dog. Most permanents and campers have been very friendly and nice. The few times we have minor problems with our electric/plumbing, maintenance has been quick to respond and they are always very polite.” – Carlay, Google Review

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Cell Reception
• Full Hookups
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

Unlike the majority of RV parks in the Ocala, Florida area, Ocala RV Camp Resort offers tent campsites as well as RV pads. This RV park is on the west side of Ocala, and it is close to tons of amenities. Paddock Mall is across the street, and there is a Home Depot within walking distance of the park.

Why You’ll Love Ocala RV Camp Resort

Since Ocala RV Camp Resort is such a big RV park, it’s easy to meet new people at this campground. A Walmart and plenty of restaurants are within walking distance, and downtown Ocala is about 10 minutes away. Best of all, Ross Prairie State Forest is nearby.

What People Are Saying About Ocala RV Camp Resort

“I don’t understand why everyone is so harsh with their reviews of this place. I was concerned to give this place a try but I’m glad we did. We stayed 2 nights and used the showers…it was fine. They cleaned the bathrooms daily. We always use shower shoes.l though.” – Danielle, Google Review

Amenities

• Cell Reception
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

Island Oaks offers a wide array of activities for guests to enjoy every day with exciting schedules of events, tournaments, live music and so much more!

Why You’ll Love Island Oaks Rv Resort

Island Oaks has a wide range of activities including 9-hole mini golf, a swimming lake with large inflatable lake toys, kayaks, paddle boards and paddleboats, heated pool and hot tub, arcade room, kids game and play room, activity room where crafts are provided, fishing lakes, ball courts, a children's park, and even a dog park. We have movie nights, karaoke every Friday and live bands Saturday nights. Each weekend is a new theme, with tons of exciting activities!

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Bathrooms
• Game Room
• Hot tub/Sauna
• Mini Golf
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Wi-Fi

Ocala Sun RV Resort offers the best of central Florida living with its convenient location, spacious full hook-up sites and first-class resort amenities. You probably don’t have to be told about the myriad of attractions that make Ocala and Marion County one of the most popular leisure destinations anywhere. From rolling green pastures through the heart of renowned thoroughbred horse country to the beaches of either the Atlantic or the Gulf, you only need to visit once to understand what a desirable location this is.

Why You’ll Love Ocala Sun RV Resort

Ocala Sun RV Resort is a great place to get away from the rush of the city. Even though this RV park is close to Ocala, it is in a mostly suburban area. The RV pads at Ocala Sun RV Resort are big enough to accommodate pull-out slides on both sides of your motorhome or trailer.

What People Are Saying About Ocala Sun RV Resort

“Great location, good price, nice facility. They just expanded by 200 sites. We stayed in the new area. Water pressure under 40. No picnic tables (yet). Not too much shade either but we would stay again.” – Timothy, Google Review

Amenities

• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Cell Reception
• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Propane
• Showers
• Wi-Fi

The Clay County Agricultural Fair is a week-long event that features tons of attractions, events, games, and everything else with a farming theme. You can participate in events like the Redneck Romper Fashion Show. Whether you’re visiting for the fair or just passing through, you can stay at the RV park located on the fairgrounds.

Why You’ll Love Clay County Fairgrounds

At the Clay County Fairgrounds, you’ll find basic RV camping in St. Augustine. While there are few amenities, this park offers an affordable place to park your RV during the Clay County Agricultural Fair or any other time of the year. The facilities are all clean, and the staff is great.

What People Are Saying About Clay County Fairgrounds

“We stay at the RV Park when passing through. Clean restrooms, great office staff, and camp hosts. They have a small dog park now too as well as a security gate.” – Kathleen Potts, Google Review

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Full Hookups
• Membership Discounts
• Pet Friendly
• Showers

Lake City Campground and Resort has consistently earned the title of best in Lake City, FL from 2011 to 2021. With an ideal location for bird watching, tubing down the Suwannee River, fishing excursions, or refreshing swims in the numerous lakes.

Why You’ll Love Lake City Campground and Resort

Their RV sites are nicely maintained, paved areas that can accommodate all different camper sizes, and are all pull-through full hookups. All of their sites have picnic tables, fire pits, and room for awnings. Whether you want a more secluded spot or one near all of our amenities, Lake City Campground has a spot for you!

Amenities

• Laundry
• Pet Friendly
• Picnic Tables
• Wi-Fi

This rural-based park near the Ocala National Forest is surrounded by rows of trees and flowing streams. River’s Edge is located in Georgetown, Florida and it’s close to a wildlife refuge of the same name. The park sits on the bank of St. John’s River between Daytona and Gainesville.

Why You’ll Love River’s Edge RV Park

This park sits on a beautiful lake and has great fishing and boating opportunities. A rec room and horseshoe pit are available for those looking for fun while at camp. This is a great park to use as a home base for hitting Florida vacation spots.

What People Are Saying About River’s Edge RV Park

“We were able to get a campsite without a reservation, (mid-week & off-season) and found the check-in process to be very smooth and professionally handled.” – Jolla, RV Park Reviews

Amenities

• 30/50 AMP
• Back-In/Pull-Through Sites
• Full Hookups
• Pet Friendly
• Showers
• Wi-Fi