Visit These Fish Camps In Florida For The Perfect Laid-Back Getaway
If you want to experience Old Florida charm (and a great catch), these fish camps in Florida offer the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. If you’re looking for a five-star hotel, look elsewhere. Staying in a fish camp is closer to, well, camping. Even if you don’t want to fish, the campsites and cabins offer tranquil waterfront views of wildlife. It’s the perfect no-frills, no-fuss way to get away from it all. Side note: make sure to get your fishing license before you go, if you haven’t already. Get more info here.
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Grape Hammock offers cabins and RV sites on Lake Kissimmee. Even if fishing isn't your favorite pastime, you'll have a blast at Grape Hammock. Guests rave about the airboat tours here, where they have spotted all kinds of wildlife from gators to Bald Eagles.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 1400 Grape Hammock Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898
2. Lake Rousseau RV and Fishing Resort, Crystal River
Lake Rousseau is a great freshwater fishing spot, with nice facilities and campgrounds shaded by large oaks. Doesn't this fish camp in Florida look inviting?
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 10811 N Coveview Ter # Office, Crystal River, FL 34428
This camp in the fishing village of St. Marks offers motel rooms and cabins on the Wakulla River. Visit the nearby St. Marks Wildlife Refuge and Wakulla Springs State Park for the perfect Old Florida vacation.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 440 Shell Island Rd, St Marks, FL 32355
If you're looking for an awesome spot in the Keys that won't break the bank, you've found the right place. It's located less than eight miles from the National Key Deer Refuge on the Spanish Harbor Channel. This campground offers plenty of family-oriented fun, about 30 miles from Key West.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 33000 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Why fish in just one lake when you can visit three? Camp Mack's provides access to Lake Kissimmee, Hatchineha, and Cyprus Lake, for a wide variety of Florida freshwater fish. Of course, if you're looking for Large Mouth Bass, they've got you covered.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 14900 Camp Mack Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898
This charming lodge sits on the Outlet River between Lake Panasoffkee and the Withlacoochee River. The property has a long history as a camp and was even a citrus packing plant at the turn of the 20th century.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 3417 Co Rd 421, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538
Serious bass fishermen will have a blast at this camp on Lake Okeechobee. This full-service marina offers many different ways to stay, fishing guides, airboat tours, a restaurant, and a tiki bar.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 920 E Del Monte Ave, Clewiston, FL 33440
This cozy spot on the St. Johns between Satsuma and Welaka has been around since 1946. Relax around the campfire and watch the modern world melt away. Stegbone's has a great location near St. Augustine and Daytona.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 144 Norton's Fish Camp Rd, Satsuma, FL 32189
This camp on Florida's east coast is the perfect spot on the Indian River for catching tarpon or snook or just a relaxing getaway.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 2325 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
This peaceful and rustic spot on the St. Johns offers camping and cabin rentals close to everything Central Florida has to offer but without the hustle and bustle. This is easily one of the most relaxing fish camps in Florida.
Click here for more information about this Florida fish camp. Address: 1675 Camp South Moon Rd, Astor, FL 32102
Have you been to any of these fish camps in Florida before? Do you have any other places you think we should know about? Please share your comments with us below!
Address: 1400 Grape Hammock Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898, USA
Address: 10811 N Coveview Terrace, Crystal River, FL 34428, USA
Address: 440 Shell Island Rd, St Marks, FL 32355, USA
Address: 33000 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, USA
Address: 14900 Camp Mack Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898, USA
Address: 3417 Co Rd 421, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538, USA
Address: 920 E Del Monte Ave, Clewiston, FL 33440, USA
Address: 144 Norton's Fish Camp Rd, Satsuma, FL 32189, USA
Address: 2325 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957, USA
Address: 1675 Camp South Moon Rd, Astor, FL 32102, USA
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Fish Camps In Florida
October 19, 2020
Marisa Roman
What are the most unique vacation getaways in Florida?
There are tons of beautiful and unique places to stay in Florida even if you’re only looking for one night away. Outside of the above-mentioned fish camps, there are plenty of other outdoor places to rest your head for the night. For instance, these 10 spots let you camp right on the beach! Meanwhile, you can also check out this floating cabin in the Florida Keys to spend a night or two.
What are the oldest lakes in Florida?
If you’re sifting through options for relaxing getaway spots in Florida and can’t quite figure out where to go, then why not try a Florida lake? There is nothing like camping right along the water’s edge, waking up with the sun, and spending the afternoon fishing and hiking. The highest and oldest lake system in Florida is Kingsley Lake, located in North Central Florida.
Where can I find the largest lake in Florida?
When you’re hunting for places to go fishing in Florida, why not go big? The biggest freshwater lake in the state is Lake Okeechobee, clocking in at 448,000-acres in size. Not only is this lake the largest in the state, but it’s also the fourth largest in the entire country! Check out more about how serene Lake Okeechobee in Florida actually is.
