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By the Pond...

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· Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida

33 acres hosted by Mike & Bill E.

1 lodging site · 11 RV/tent sites

Best in Florida: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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Stay by a lovely pond on 33 acre fruit and ornamental tree nursery property with great vibes. Located near I-75 just 20 miles South of Tampa, 35 miles east of Saint Petersburg, 35 miles North of Sarasota, 2 hours West of Orlando. This property is home to a farm/nursery operation and has a large pond on the west side. The pond is Spring-fed at the headwaters of Marsh Branch Creek which begins at our property and flows West about five miles in to Tampa Bay. Approximately 33 private acres allows for plenty of space between our campsites. Property is home to a farm with hundreds of fruit trees- Lychee, Mango, Starfruit, Papaya, Guava). Red Mombin, and thousands of banana plants. Fishing can be great, wildlife and bird watching too. Fenced and gated for safety, this old historic nursery property has good vibes and plenty to offer. Until you see it - you really may not understand. Parts of property are wide open, other areas are rugged and difficult to walk through including some wetland areas. The nursery has plenty of trees, and some fields -the large pond is surrounded by cattails and marsh/wetlands and has fish (Bass, Tilapia, Sunfish, Catfish). Several species of wildlife have been seen on the property. We think the property is lovely, and definitely want you to enjoy your camping experience!

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Beach

Cave

Forest

Lake

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600 ratings · 293 reviews

Philippa M.recommends

November 3, 2024

Site 3 near East shore of pond

Lovely property (even immediately after hurricanes) run by engaging interesting hosts. Felt very safe as a solo woman. If you go, be sure to get some of their spring water.

Amanda H.recommends

October 31, 2024

Site 5 at S.W. Corner

Hosts were great and accommodating! Beautiful around the lake.

Kevin R.recommends

October 27, 2024

Site 15 - new South Site

We had a great stay at Mike and Bills place! Host was fast to respond to anything we needed. Beautiful place that was relaxing and peaceful.

William A.recommends

October 19, 2024

Site 8 West Road

So peaceful

Just freakin awesome! Great family and pets and unreal pretty property. As advertised.

Carrie A.recommends

September 27, 2024

Site 3 near East shore of pond

We are return campers and will return again. Mike is a great friend now and we enjoy our time spent on the farm. Highly recommend for a peaceful relaxing trip.

Chuck M.

August 1, 2024

Site 7 West Road

It's a nice property that could be cleaned up a bit and be very pretty. There were many mosquitoes when I arrived after dark, but once I got my mosquito netting up I slept very comfortably in my minivan. They had recently mowed around the pond so in the morning I had a very pleasant walk around the property. The mosquitoes had gone away! I met friendly pigs and enjoyed the tropical plants around the pond. Keep working on the farm. I see great potential in the property. Overall I was glad to find a good place to rest.

Location

Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Seminole, Tocobaga, Miccosukee, and Mascogo First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking