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Wilderness Shores Ranch & Campground is a campground in Lakeland, FL.

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Wild Marks
Wild Marks -Google user
a month ago
Wow, what a place had a lot of fun here. Tiny Camper company held their gathering here and we came. As a group we had about 20 spots. We all had a great time. They have both indoor and outdoor showers. There’s a little general...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view
Vicky Murray
Vicky Murray -Google user
4 months ago
Awesome RV Park and Working Ranch. It was a great surprise, only 1 hour from Tampa. We had to evacuate from MacDill AFB. A friend said to try Lakeland, and I just picked this one first by a guess. I sure did hit the jackpot....Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Greg P
Greg P -Google user
9 months ago
Wilderness Shores Ranch is a must stay. The shoreline views are peaceful and serene. Even though it was busy with other campers and kids everywhere, who were so polite and well behaved, it is relatively quiet and relaxing. Fishing from land will harvest small minnows,...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
brittany hirsch
brittany hirsch -Google user
5 months ago
Where to start?!Wilderness Shores Ranch was more than what my family and I expected.We stayed July 4-6 to celebrate our daughter’s 11th birthday. She loves cows and boy were her dreams fulfilled!!Sites are well spaced, each with their own electric and water. Dump station on...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Quiet
Wendy Perry
Wendy Perry -Google user
a year ago
We received an email from HipCamp about a new campground that had opened up near Lakeland, Fl, and we decided to check it out. Wilderness Shores opened in December 2022, and is soon to become the coolest campground around. There are over 80 acres being...Read More
Ramon Pacho
Ramon Pacho -Google user
9 months ago
I stay here on vacation for 5 days with my girlfriend, my two sister and there four kids and my friend and his girlfriend. We rented three shoreline campsites. Next to each other. The staff was great in accommodating us is staying...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value
Savannah Cole
Savannah Cole -Google user
8 months ago
Spent the weekend camping at Wilderness Shores Ranch right here in Lakeland. It’s absolutely gorgeous!They offer lakeview RV sites with electric and water hookups and tent camping along 3 miles of shoreline. Very pet friendly! They have indoor and outdoor showers that are kept extremely...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Yesenia Trujillo
Yesenia Trujillo -Google user
9 months ago
If you're looking to get away from the world, this is the place for you. Went with my siblings and our kids (4 kids in total), and it was such an amazing experience. We took so many things to keep the kids busy, but we...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view
Noah Hummel
Noah Hummel -Google user
a year ago
Beautiful place, breathtaking scenery, and experiences the kids will remember forever. I 100% recommend if you want to get the full experience. The staff are very helpful and did everything to make sure we had a great time.If your there in the morning you’ll get...Read More
Iveth De Rodríguez
Iveth De Rodríguez -Google user
5 months ago
excellent place, this was a second visit for a small birthday celebration. 15 of my daughter, thanks to all the staff, very kind to all the guests.Walkability: I recommend not missing the tour they offer to see the entire place. It is excellent for adults...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value
K Byrd
K Byrd -Google user
a year ago
Our family LOVED our time at Wilderness Shores! From the morning cattle drives of the Texas Longhorns to the beautiful hiking trails and playing with the baby goats…this place is truly a hidden gem! The property is absolutely gorgeous! Bald eagles, anhingas, osprey and so...Read More
Robert Holly
Robert Holly -Google user
3 months ago
A must-visit! We came out of the camper one morning to the herd of longhorn slowly making way through the campsite on their way to the pen. The younger ones were curious and came to say good morning. My 3 year old son was...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Quiet, Great value
Erick Saks
Erick Saks -Google user
6 months ago
We had an amazing stay at Wilderness Shores! This campground is an absolute paradise for families and animal lovers alike. Every time we stepped out of our camper, we were greeted by friendly animals – horses, cows, and goats roaming freely. Our kids were thrilled,...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value
Adriana R
Adriana R -Google user
a year ago
My boyfriend & I went camping here for a weekend about a month ago and it was such a beautiful experience. There was plenty of space and not many people there, so it felt very private. The owner (Paul) and girl who work there are...Read More
Cyre Escobar
Cyre Escobar -Google user
a year ago
Thank you for an unforgettable camping experience my family and I will never forget! We will be back here every new year to celebrate at your ranch! My son still hasn’t stopped talking about the atv(utv) ride around the ranch as well as all the...Read More
Jeff Lee
Jeff Lee -Google user
9 months ago
This place is amazing and it will only get better. We took the tour and heard all of the great plans for this property and this is going to be one of the best places to camp in Florida. Very nice staff, great facilities and...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Paula Marin
Paula Marin -Google user
2 weeks ago
This is our go-to camping spot as people from Miami. It’s tough to find a spot that feels like a break from the city and sun but this is it! As people who don’t camp often, they make it easier with providing each spot it’s...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
June Myskiew
June Myskiew -Google user
9 months ago
What a great weekend getaway. Grounds are well taken care of. Thomas the grounds manager is very friendly and helpful. Betty in the office is absolutely terrific. The goats, cows and chickens are fun to watch, pet and feed. Super relaxed weekend.Make sure you take...Read More
Service: 5/5
Antoinette Green (Toni)
Antoinette Green (Toni) -Google user
5 months ago
This place was amazing and beautiful add fisherman's dream for versatility many areas to try your luck, private showers with toilets and sink, running water at fishing camping and picnic areas and animals running freely, they have snack bags you can buy to feed them,...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Kid-friendly
Olesya Kapskaya
Olesya Kapskaya -Google user
a year ago
Pros: amazing views, very friendly staff, interesting entertainment such as feeding farm animals, fishing, kayaking. Not so far from stores if you forget something.Cons: there are fire ants, don't go barefooted. After rain might be mud I'd recommend to have rain boots.
Donald Lipham
Donald Lipham -Google user
a year ago
Can’t say enough about our experience here! Our site had 50/30 amp and water. There is a dump station on the way out. The website does make it look like there are RV sites on the waters edge based on the pictures, but those...Read More
Lin
Lin -Google user
3 weeks ago
had a very frustrating experience trying to modify my reservation with this campground. Despite multiple attempts to contact them via phone, voicemail, email, and text message, I never received a single response. There is no option to cancel or modify reservations online, which forces you...Read More
Service: 1/5
Evelyn Sushinskiy
Evelyn Sushinskiy -Google user
4 months ago
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Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Alessandro Bonfatti
Alessandro Bonfatti -Google user
7 months ago
This place is fantastic. Taking advantage of a long weekend, I decided to spend my birthday with my family in a campground/ranch where my son could have some interaction with the animals (he loves farms) and after checking online few options we decided to stay...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value
Lynda Erbrick
Lynda Erbrick -Google user
a week ago
I highly recommend Wilderness Shores Campground in Lakeland, FL. It's truly a unique experience. You get to explore the 80-acre property with many lakes and trails. It's perfect for those jeeps and rock climbers. The experience of waking up to long horn cattle...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Andrew Bisbing
Andrew Bisbing -Google user
4 days ago
This is by far one of the most unique camping experiences in Florida. If you fish, if you kayak, canoe, if you want peace and tranquility, if you love animals, if you love camping in tent, RV, or whatever , if you want to...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Quiet
geogia lind
geogia lind -Google user
a week ago
The manager Thomas, that ran the place, no longer works there , always had that place in tip top shape. went to wilderness shores two days ago and the place looks very neglected and ran down. to the wildernesses shores ranch and campground , one...Read More
Service: 1/5Location: 3/5
Daniel Selvey Shaw
Daniel Selvey Shaw -Google user
6 months ago
We decided to tent camp here at the last minute for the weekend. It was absolutely delightful! Everyone who worked there was so helpful and seemed to enjoy providing excellent hospitality. Thomas was particularly helpful in showing us around and helping us rent some Kayaks....Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 4/5Hotel highlights Kid-friendly
Donna Rose
Donna Rose -Google user
2 months ago
I had to cancel our reservation because of Hurricane Milton and damage that occurred to our Camper.a week after the storm, we drove out to Wilderness Shores to see if maybe their Place was damaged or flooded, but they faired well.( Thank Goodness) my concern...Read More
matthew keys
matthew keys -Google user
5 months ago
Wow how beautiful, a must see !So much fun so much to do. We arrived Saturday June 30th and stayed till Saturday July 6th. What an adventure. With all that time we still didn't get to do as much as we wanted to. Thomas was...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Luxury, Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value
Jordan Anderson
Jordan Anderson -Google user
7 months ago
We had an amazing time at this campground! The facilities were clean and well-maintained, and the scenery was beautiful. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making our stay even more enjoyable. Our party was a huge success thanks to the welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Cassandra LeMaster
Cassandra LeMaster -Google user
8 months ago
One of the best campgrounds I've been to. They have cows, horses, goats, and the adorable farm dog Maisie! You have the option to purchase (cheap) feed and enjoy giving it to the animals during your stay. The views are beautiful and the sites are...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Kid-friendly, Great value
Stephanie Lago
Stephanie Lago -Google user
11 months ago
We stayed in lots 108-111 for a long weekend and had the best time ever! Thomas and the crew were so welcoming and beyond helpful. Always letting us know to never hesitate to reach out with any needs or concerns regardless of the time. They...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Kid-friendly
DeAnne LeMaster
DeAnne LeMaster -Google user
8 months ago
Loved camping here with our family and rv! Great place with so many animals: goats, horses, mules, chickens, steer, and cows! Loved being able to feed the animals and freely go in and out of the goat pen to pet goats! Loved the tour with...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Kid-friendly, Great value
Samantha Mahler
Samantha Mahler -Google user
a year ago
Such a great place to camp with the family. We will definitely be coming back when the weather warms up and bring our kayaks and fishing poles! Our kids were ready for us to buy a goat by the time we left and they had...Read More
Johanna N
Johanna N -Google user
9 months ago
This is a great place! The pricing for tent camping is totally fair, showers and bathrooms were available and the water faucets by each camping site was really nice to have.Staff is very friendly and make you feel like a part of the ranch, the...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Kid-friendly
Jessica Goss
Jessica Goss -Google user
a year ago
Just pulling out of the campground and already talking about when we can come back. We drove 12 hours to come to Wilderness Shores and it was worth every minute. With the lake, the huge oak trees covered in spanish moss, cattle, goats, and horses...Read More
Christy Lever
Christy Lever -Google user
3 months ago
Best I have ever seen! Beautiful scenery, animals come right up to you and staff is so helpful and keep the grounds clean.Nearby activities: Lots to list but so much fun and relaxingWalkability: Beautiful property trails
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Luxury, Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value, High-tech
Michelle Bartlett
Michelle Bartlett -Google user
9 months ago
I’m absolutely in love with this place. I spend most of my days off here. It’s absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. The staff is amazing and always friendly. It’s becoming my home away from home. Hands down my favorite place. The animals are amazing absolutely...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
Rita Chmela
Rita Chmela -Google user
9 months ago
I went camping with the Sisters on the Fly Adventure Group and had a blast. Staff was very friendly and the atmosphere there is just so relaxing. Thomas was on call, and he was able to get the power back on quickly. I'll definitely be...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5Hotel highlights Great view, Quiet, Kid-friendly
lisa m
lisa m -Google user
a year ago
Absolute beautiful ranch!! We camped for a weekend and had nothing but fun. They give tours around the property that you can only see by going on the tour, we visited the longhorns and fed them. They're so gentle and friendly! The goats are cute...Read More
Britany Pacheco
Britany Pacheco -Google user
a year ago
This is definitely an experience you do not want to miss. I’m into photography, so I contacted them to see if I could take some pictures. Melinda and Paul were both very pleasant from the beginning and made me and my family feel so welcomed...Read More
Bettina Fegan
Bettina Fegan -Google user
a year ago
Such a great place to camp! The kids had a blast...hay rides, cattle run, feeding and petting the goats, sitting on the bench swings on the bridge, camping beside the water full of life, under the trees with wide open spaces...and great bathroom/shower...Read More
Kent Watson
Kent Watson -Google user
a year ago
We stayed at Wilderness Shores in April for 8 wonderful days!Paul White was such a an amazing and generous host to me and my family. I feel as if I have a brother down in Lakeland FL now.The property is so natural and peaceful, with...Read More
Jeanne & Alex
Jeanne & Alex -Google user
11 months ago
We found this campsite at the last minute... We have a HDT With a 40 foot fifth wheel for a total length of 70 feet... It is Centrally located in lakeland fl for many attractions which we attended the RV Tampa show.. Thomas the...Read More
Service: 5/5Location: 5/5
deb heard
deb heard -Google user
4 months ago
Booking an RV location months in advance is a must and normal. Making a payment in full is not normal but I did with Wilderness Shores. Unfortunately I had to cancel my reservation. I did cancel with a SIX WEEKS notice. I called and explained...Read More
Brenda Stiles
Brenda Stiles -Google user
a year ago
Unbelievably beautiful piece of property - and unbelievable that in the state of FL, where "bulldoze and build" is the name of the game, that they are preserving so much of the natural beauty - the true beauty of FL that many never experience! ...Read More
Sue Baldwin
Sue Baldwin -Google user
3 months ago
This has to be the best camping experience that I was lucky to stumble upon! From booking with Melinda to getting to know Thomas! Thomas was so kinda and helpful my entire stay! Clean restrooms and the free range animals were absolutely amazing! This will...Read More
Rooms: 5/5Service: 5/5Location: 5/5

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