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Manatee Springs Campground

If you’re looking for RV campgrounds near Chiefland, Florida, Manatee Springs Campground could be an excellent place to base your vacation. The campground is located within the lush landscape of Manatee Springs State Park, on the eastern banks of the Suwanee River. When you camp at Manatee Springs Campground, you can wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy direct access to hiking trails and water activities.This family-friendly North Florida campground also provides RV sites with electric and water hookups. Some sites are equipped with sewer hookups, and you can choose from gravel or paved campsites. On-site, there are dump stations, restrooms, and shower facilities. Like to dine alfresco while RV camping? Manatee Springs Campground offers picnic areas, drinking water, and fire pits where you can take advantage of the fresh air and socialize with other campers.



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The Great Outdoors

One of the first places you’ll want to visit with RV rentals in Levy County is Manatee Springs State Park. Once inhabited by Paleo-Indians and written about by naturalist William Bartram, the park is a popular spot for recreational activities. The most famous feature of the park is an 800-foot boardwalk which delves into lush cypress forest and reaches to the banks of the Suwanee River. The river provides opportunities for motorized boating or paddling. There are canoes and kayaks available for rent within the park. Snorkeling and scuba diving are also popular activities during the summer season. Visitors who prefer to keep their feet on dry land can hike one of Manatee Springs State Park’s nature trails or spot West Indian Manatees from the boardwalk.Another place you can visit with an RV rental is Fanning Springs State Park; it’s just 15 miles away when you’re RV camping at Manatee Springs Campground. Also located on the Suwanee River, the park offers clear springs which are refreshingly cool throughout the year. In the water, you can watch for a variety of aquatic creatures, including musk turtles, flounder, and manatees during the cooler season. There’s wildlife to see on land too, such as white-tailed deer, while the treetops are occupied by pileated woodpeckers, hawks, and owls. Plus, the park is set up with picnic tables and BBQ grills under shady oaks so you can eat lunch in the great outdoors.Another spot to visit with a Chiefland campervan rental is Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park near Gainesville. A National Natural Landmark, this preserve is home to over 20 biological communities as well as a wide range of wildlife and recreational activities. Using the park’s designated hiking trails, it’s possible to spot roaming bison, wild horses, and even alligators. You can also identify many plant species on a three-mile loop of the prairie. For horse riders and cyclists, there are gentle lakeside trails or more strenuous 16-mile routes. Anyone looking for a challenge can take part in some geocaching. Last but not least, visitors can climb the park’s observation tower for a bird's-eye view of the surrounding landscape before you return your rental RV to the city.

Explore the Area

While you’re renting an RV in Levy County, you’ll find plenty of sights and attractions to keep you entertained. You can start with a visit to Chiefland, known as the "Gem of the Suwanee Valley." This typical Southern city offers visitors a variety of chain restaurants as well as supermarkets and grocery stores. It’s the closest place to pick up supplies when you rent a camper near Manatee Springs Campground.Chiefland is also known for its agricultural heritage. It was once a significant center for cattle and peanut farming, but the city is most famous for its production of watermelons. Each June, Chiefland’s farming heritage is brought to life during the annual Watermelon Festival. Throughout the rest of the year, you can still taste fresh produce or visit the Chiefland Train Depot. Now home to the Chiefland Train Depot Museum, this building was constructed in 1913 to transport Chiefland’s food products, livestock, and other goods to cities in the north.Another nearby cultural attraction is the Levy County Quilt Museum, located between Chiefland and Bronson. Founded by a group of local ladies, the Levy County Quilt Museum opened in the 1990s and is operated by volunteers. Inside you can see several historical artifacts and unique quilts, many of which were donated to the museum. Looking for a souvenir or an interesting gift? You can also browse the museum’s shop of handmade crafts and quilts.Whether you’re interested in shopping and tasting local produce, or you’re eager to delve into the county’s history, there’s plenty to do when you camp in an RV near Chiefland.


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What type of RV should I choose?

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Start by determining how many people are planning to travel with you. Going on a solo-journey? Choose a camper van or a teardrop trailer. Bringing the whole family along for the ride? Consider a spacious Class A or five-wheel.

You’ll also want to consider amenities. For example, if you’re planning to cook on the road, you’ll want a kitchenette. If your campground doesn’t have public restrooms, you’ll want to search RVs with bathrooms. Check out full descriptions of our models to help you decide here.


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Do the RVs have bathrooms?

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Yes. Class A’s, Class B’s, and Class C’s and five-Wheels typically have bathrooms. Depending on where you plan on camping, you’ll want to double-check the availability of restrooms if selecting a rig without a bathroom. Nervous about renting an RV with a bathroom? Owners can help show you how to clean the tank or will offer to do it for you for a fee.


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How does check-in work?

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Once an Owner approves your RV reservation, you can coordinate a time to pick up your rig or have it delivered to your doorstep or campsite. At that point, the owner will do a key exchange with you and walk you through the RV and answer any questions you might have.