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Gillis Pond is located in north-central Florida between the cities of Gainesville, Palatka, and Hawthrone. This natural freshwater lake is a hidden, unknown gem in a state occupied by many famous lakes. Although only 58 acres, Gillis Pond offers a bit of waterside paradise outshining its size. Gillis Pond’s excellent opportunities for relaxation, water recreation, and its closeness to Florida’s towns all make it the perfect place to take an RV rental. Access to the lake with a rental RV is made even easier with Highway 21 passing its eastern shores. There are also numerous campgrounds scattered all over the county, making camping with an RV here a simple undertaking.

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Getting Outdoors

The keen anglers among you campers will be pleased to hear the Gillis Pond is a little bit of a fisherman’s paradise. Although small, Gillis Pond is home to a range of fish species, each with their own unique sporting characteristics. The lake was somewhat unknown for many years, so competition to fish here is appealingly low. The lake is known to hold an abundant number of blue catfish, crappie, and brown trout, enough to keep the most ardent fisherman or woman busy. Whether Gillis Pond campers wish to fish from the shoreline or take a boat out on the water, with such fertile fishing to be had over a small area, they are rarely unsuccessful here.

Camping At Pond

Although there are not many campsites directly on the shores of the lake, there are a number close by, meaning RV camping at Gillis Pond is easy. Royal Palms RV Park is an ideal place for RV campers to set up camp. The site offers full hookups, including 20, 30, 50 amp electric, water, and sewer hookups. Facilities provided here include a dump station, a laundrette, and a shower block. There are also many pull-thru sites here, meaning all sized rigs are welcome.

Exploring The Area

The city of Gainesville is only a short drive from Gillis Pond and offers a wide range of day trip opportunities for the entire family. For the art and culture lovers, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art is a must-see when in the city. The museum is one of the largest university museums of art in the entire south of the country. The museum has a wide range of artifacts and art pieces spanning across many genres and areas of the globe. The most compelling pieces come from not only America but Asia and Africa. With such a wide range of exhibits, there is something for everyone at the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art.

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Recent RV rental reviews in Gillis Pond

Yomika B.

November, 2024

Awesome!! Highly recommend!
Lee F.

October, 2024

2nd year to rent from Owen and his family. He makes things very easy.
Justice J.

October, 2024

Very nice and clean camper! They were so nice and easy to work!

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