Best camping near Lake Wales
8 campgrounds · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Lake Wales, Florida — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 8 of 8 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Circle F Dude Ranch Camp - Summer Camp & Outdoor Education Center
Fair
4.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Circle F Dude Ranch Camp in Florida offers a fun outdoor experience for all ages. The campground has over 500 acres of rolling hills and picturesque views of the Central Florida…
Why 81: live conditions (fair) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#2
Backpack Campsite
Fair
8.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Backpack Campsite is a popular camping area located in the state of Florida. Situated in a serene natural environment, this campground is the perfect destination for outdoor…
Why 81: live conditions (fair) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#3
Arbuckle - Lake Wales Ridge SF
Fair
15.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Arbuckle - Lake Wales Ridge Sf is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Florida. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping experience. With…
Why 81: live conditions (fair) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#4
Lake Arbuckle Co Park
Fair
16.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Lake Arbuckle County Park is a charming camping area located in Florida. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Visitors can enjoy access to…
Why 81: live conditions (fair) · 37 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#5
Fallen Oak Campsite
Fair
13.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Fallen Oak Campsite in Florida is a primitive, dispersed camping area within the Ocala National Forest—no established campsites, reservations, or fees required, but a free permit…
Why 79: live conditions (fair) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#6
Buster Island Primitive Camp Site
Fair
13.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
Buster Island Primitive Camp Site is a secluded camping area located on the western edge of Lake Kissimmee in Florida. The campsite offers stunning views of the lake and…
Why 79: live conditions (fair) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#7
Lake Kissimmee State Park
Fair
13.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
Lake Kissimmee State Park camping area is a fantastic destination for nature enthusiasts in Florida. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay…
Why 79: live conditions (fair) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#8
River Ranch Property Owners Association
Fair
17.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 98°F
The River Ranch Property Owners Association camping area, located in the state of Florida, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides spacious RV…
Why 77: live conditions (fair) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
Camping near Lake Wales
The Lake Wales area has 8 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Lake Wales
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.