Whether you’re new to camping and looking to take the kids on their first outdoor adventure, or you’re a seasoned camper just looking for a new favorite spot to pitch your tent, there is lots of great camping near Jacksonville. All these North Florida camping spots are less than a 2 hour drive from Jacksonville, making them the perfect location for a weekend getaway.
Anastasia State Park
One of our favorite spots to camp near St. Augustine, Anastasia State Park has lots of campsites available to reserve for tents and RVs. You have easy access to the beach as well as being just a short drive from historic St. Augustine. Pets are allowed in the campground, but not on the beach at Anastasia.
Address: 300 Anastasia Park Road, St Augustine, FL 32080
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
Anastasia State Park Camping Reservations
Blue Springs State Park
If you camp during the winter months at Blue Springs State Park you’re sure to see manatees crowding the warm spring waters. Blue Springs has cabins and tent sites available to rent. Be sure to reserve early, this is a very popular Florida State Park.
Address: 2100 W. French Avenue, Orange City, FL 32763
Distance from Jacksonville: 2 hours
Blue Springs State Park Camping Reservations
Camp Chowenwaw Park
If you’ve ever wanted to camp in a treehouse, then Camp Chowenwaw is the place for you. With a wide variety of camping options, including tent sites, cabins, and yes, those adventurous treehouses, it’s the perfect spot to plan a family outing or gather a large group for the weekend.
Address: 1517 Ball Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
Camp Chowenwaw Park Camping Reservations
Crooked River State Park
Camping near Jacksonville might take you up to Georgia for a great state park to visit. Just across the state line, in St. Marys Georgia, Crooked River has tent sites, RV sites and even cottages you can rent.
Address: 6222 Charlie Smith Senior Highway, St. Marys, GA 31558
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
Crooked River State Park Reservations
Cumberland Island State Park
Camping on Cumberland Island isn’t for the faint of heart. With no electricity or water at your campsite, you must transport all your camping equipment to the island. Accessible only by ferry, it’s the perfect adventure for kids.
Address: 101 Wheeler Street, St. Marys, GA 31558 (Ferry Location)
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour drive + ferry ride
Cumberland Island State Park Reservations
Flamingo Lake RV Park
Treat the family to some fun in the sun at Flamingo Lake RV Resort, one of the best campgrounds near the Florida-Georgia border. You can set up camp in the beautiful northern Florida wilderness and enjoy a great selection of full hookup RV sites, with lake view and lakefront upgrade options available.
Address: 3640 Newcomb Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Distance from Jacksonville: 30 minutes
Flamingo Lake RV Park Reservations
Fort Clinch State Park
Camp in your tent or RV under the majestic oaks and next to the historic site at Fort Clinch State Park. There’s lots to do during the day with the kids, including bike riding, exploring the fort, and hunting for shark teeth. Pets are allowed at the campground at Fort Clinch, but not on the beach at the state park.
Address: 2601 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
Fort Clinch State Park Camping Reservations
Huguenot Memorial Park
Camp right near the beach at Huguenot Memorial Park with over 40 tent and RV sites with electric, but no water at the campsite. The campground has a playground and picnic areas as well as access to the beach.
Address: 10980 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Distance from Jacksonville: 30 minutes
Huguenot Memorial Park Camping Reservations
Jekyll Island Campground
Beautiful Jekyll Island is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. With tons to do on the island you’ll love exploring the area and getting back to nature. Tent and RV sites are available for reservation.
Address: 1197 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Distance from Jacksonville: 1.5 hours
Jekyll Island Campground Reservations
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
The campground at Hanna Park includes 300 sites set in a wooded area that is easiliy accessible by paved roads. RV, tent and rustic cabin camping are available. Be sure to take the kids to the recently renovated playground and splash pad while you’re there.
Address: 500 Wonderwood Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32233
Distance from Jacksonville: 15 minutes
Hanna Park Camping Reservations
KOA Holiday Jacksonville North/ St. Marys
Located just 20 miles north of Jacksonville, in Kingsland, Georgia, is the KOA Holiday Jacksonville North/ St. Marys. If you are looking for a fun, affordable overnight camping excursion this campground for you. This small campground is packed full of amenities for family fun and the kids will love teepee camping.
Address: 2970 Scrubby Bluff Road, Kingsland, GA 31548
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
KOA Holiday TeePee Camping Reservations
Little Talbot Island State Park
Located just north of Jacksonville on one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in Florida. The campground is nestled among ancient dunes in a lush hammock of live oaks. Each of the 36 campsites has electricity, fresh water, fire ring and picnic table.
Address: 12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Distance from Jacksonville: 30 minutes
Little Talbot Island Camping Reservations
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
Located in Keystone Heights, is Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park, one of Florida’s oldest state parks. There are several cabins and campsites available to rent at the park and lots of other activities like hiking and canoeing.
Address: 6239 State Road 21, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Distance from Jacksonville: 1 hour
Gold Head Branch Camping Reservations
O’Leno State Park
Located right on the Santa Fe River, O’Leno State Park has a shady, full facility campground. In addition, you can enjoy a small nature museum with native animals like box tortoises, snakes and more for kids to explore as well as a swimming area for the warmer months. In the quiet mornings, deer, rabbits and more can be seen.
Address: 410 SE Oleno Park Rd, High Springs, FL 32643
Distance from Jacksonville: 2 hours
O’Leno State Park Reservations
Paynes Prairie State Park
Campsites are available near Lake Wauburg and can accommodate tents, trailers or RVs. The campground is heavily shaded and each site has a limerock surface, lantern post, fire ring with grill and picnic table, with nearby water and electric service.
Address: 100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
Distance from Jacksonville: 2 hours
Paynes Prairie Camping Reservations
Ragan’s Family Campground
This campground has spacious RV campsites with picnic tables, barbecue grills, fire rings, electric, water and sewer connections. Tent sites and a variety of cabin rentals are also available.
Address: 1051 SW Old St. Augustine Road, Madison, FL 32340
Distance from Jacksonville: 2 hours
Ragan’s Family Campground Reservations
Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park
With 600 campsites and 800 acres of primitive camping, this is one of the largest spots for camping near Jacksonville. The oak and cypress hammock that surrounds the park is perfect for an easy weekend of enjoying the outdoors. You can take a canoe trip, hike some amazing trails, cruise around in a golf car, the possibilities are endless.
Address: 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, FL 32060
Distance from Jacksonville: 1.5 hours
Spirit of Suwannee Camping Reservations
