Camp Sites visited and approved by Buglovers
Florida Sites
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
1660 S.E. Federal Highway
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
(561) 546-2771
Directions - 13 miles south of Stuart on US 1. The entrance is on the
west side
of the road.
Description - Park has two campgrounds "Pinewood Groves" and "River
Side". The campgrounds are shaded and the sites are somewhat separated with natural
plant life. There is a day park complete with a concession stand offering canoe rentals as well
as
ice, fire wood and snacks. Park includes multiple nature trails and a paved boat ramp.
There is a canoe run that takes you to Trapper Nelsons. This historic site still contains
original building and cages where trapped animals were kept.
John Prince Park
Directions - Take 6th Ave South exit from I95, go west to Congress Ave and then 1/4 north
2700 6th Avenue South
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 582-7992
Description - Small park right in the middle of Lake Worth. The park has a number of
daytime picnic areas that can be reserved for groups - complete with small pavilions. There is an asphalt jogging trail and
a heart course. The camping area is designed for over nighters but not seclusion. There
are a few sites right on Lake Osborne which is suitable for water skiing. The campground has a paved boat ramp. There are a couple of community fire pits but other than
those, there are no ground fires permitted. This is a great place if your goals
are fishing and boating as opposed to getting back to nature.
Juniper Springs
Directions - Located on the north side of highway 40 half way between Ocala and
Daytona. It is 4.5 miles west of highway 19
Description - One of the most scenic camping areas that I have visited in Florida. This
park has both primitive and civilized areas. There is a great fresh water spring that
functions as a large outdoor swimming pool complete with a diving area and a shallow fenced
off area for small children. Since the water temperature is 72 degrees year round and the
entire campground is naturally shaded, this is one of the best sites I have found for
camping in the middle of a hot Florida summer. Even though you are surrounded by
the Ocala National Forest, it seems like there is always a gentle breeze blowing
during the summer
months.
Manatee Hammock
Directions - Located on the east side of US 1 in Titusville, 4 miles
south of Hwy 50, and just south of the causeway leading to the Kennedy Space
Center.
7275 South U.S. 1
Titusville, Florida 32780
(321) 264-5083
Description - A truly pleasant campground located on the edge of the Indian River. You can fish from the campground's own dock. And if you are lucky enough to catch a shuttle launch the view should be spectacular from the east side of the campground. There is a swimming pool, horseshoe pit and 2 shuffle board courts available to campers. The equipment is available for checkout from the front desk at no charge. There are two recreation rooms available with tables and chairs. Except for a large field on the east side near the volley ball net, the entire campground is well shaded. Beware there is a strict rule against ground fires although you may bring your own above ground pit.
Peace River Camp
Grounds
Directions - On highway 70 just west of the town of Arcadia
Description - Campground offers two camping areas; The civilized camping area is equipped with
showers in the restrooms as well as a small country store, swimming pool and
horse shoe pit. The primitive area
is located down a
two tracker through the woods down by the river. A couple of the best sites are
along side the river itself. The civilized sites each have an above ground grill and
ground fires are permitted in the wilderness area except during dry seasons. Beware of the
rainy season since the river is known to invade the primitive area. The
campground allows pets and sometimes even has a dog parade. There is also an ice
cream social every weekend. During the warm Florida summer the pool is a great
way to cool off. Playing at rivers edge looking for sharks teeth is another
great way to beat the Florida heat.
Quiet Waters
6601 N. Powerline Road
Pompano Beach, FL 33073
(305) 360-1315
Directions - From I-95, go west on SW 10th Street, then north on Powerline road
Description - This park has limited camping. All sites are located on a small lake
surrounding the campgrounds. There is a small fire pit on each site. A day park contains
picnic areas with covered pavilions. There is also an automated water skiing area
where skiers are pulled by a cable and rope system rather than boats. This is a simple weekend
get away but definitely not primitive. You can rent tents which will be set up for you
upon your arrival. These tents are set up on small wooden platforms off the ground.
NON-Florida Sites
Bayshore Estates Ohio
(419) 625-7906
2311 Cleveland Rd
Sandusky Ohio
Directons - .8 miles east of Cedar Point causeway on US 6
Description - If you want deep woods secluded sites this is not the place to stay. But if you are looking to set up a base of operations for exploring Sandusky or visiting Cedar Point or you want a simple and fun get away then this is the place. The campground has a pool. and horse shoe pits. The camp store has all the basics. The rec room is equipped with a couple of pool tables, some video games and pin ball machines and best of all it is open all night for those who have trouble sleeping. Most of the sites have shade and everyone was real friendly. If you are there to visit Cedar point there are shuttle rides to and from the park. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table and a couple of the sites sit right on Sandusky bay.
Stone Mountain Park Georgia
Phone:
770-498-5710
Fax: 770-413-5082
Campground@stonemountainpark.com
Description - This is a wonderful park. There are numerous campsites, both RV and Tents. There is a large covered pavillion for group activities and an open fireplace. The campgrounds has a store, swimming pool, volley ball court and row boat rentals. There is tremendous shade throughout the park. Ground fires are permitted at campsite (weather permitting). You can buy day passes for the rest of the park activities and the campgrounds offer free water taxi rides to the main day park. Visit thier website for complete listing of day park activities and check out the photos from our visit.
Stone Mountain State Park North Carolina
(919) 733-PARK
e-mail parkinfo@ncmail.net.
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