By the Pond...

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375 reviews

· Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida

33 acres hosted by Mike & Bill E.

1 lodging site · 10 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

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!

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97% Recommend705 ratings · 375 reviews

Christina B.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Peaceful and Relaxing

Grey Wolf Glam Camper

We loved our stay in the camper! The site is located on a farm which was really neat and we were able to see baby chickens and pet pigs! We stayed in a non-fruiting season (just missed starfruit) so we weren't able to get fruit but if you're lucky enough to stay when the trees are fruitful the owner was so kind to share! We slept soundly and accessed the farm by opening and closing the gates at the entrance was easy! There are so many fun things nearby, and not too far from downtown Tampa. Definitely would stay again!

Amy B.

5 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Site 3 near East shore of pond

so peaceful & easy to find. beautiful place & kind host

Brittany J.

10 reviews

Not recommend

· April 2025

Not for tent campers

Tent ·

Site 5 at S.W. Corner

Honestly this should not be on hipcamp and the pictures are deceptive. Puzzled why there are glowing reviews and I want other future campers to know the truth. All night you hear the highway and airplanes flying over. The property is junky. I think if this was $20 a night I would recommend it to RVs/camper vans only.

Sheree A.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Camping with animals!

Grey Wolf Glam Camper

We had the most amazing visit. Having my daughter get to see all the animals and fruit plants and trees. Sit by the lake and see bee hives! Definitely coming back!

M M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Loved it, the perfect soul refresh

Tent · With pets ·

Site 9 North side of Pond

It's a fantastic spot. If you're looking for a central Florida type of get away you'll be hard pressed to beat this place. It's quiet, peaceful, birds galore. We spent 7 days here and I could easily spend 7 more. The hosts were great, they basically left us alone (in the best way, they were very attentive, friendly, and helpful). We traveled during spring break and had a beautiful site next to the pond. There's plenty of grocery and other types of stores within a few miles if you need anything but you'd never know it while sitting on site, it's very secluded and private. We'll be back for sure.

Robert C.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Asheville crew

14 ft campervan ·

Site 7 West Road

We love this place! The spring fed pond, fruti trees, pogs chickens a.d bees! Also easy to access to multiple beaches close by. We have stayed there before and will definitely stay there again. Mike is an amazing human and host.

Location

Ruskin, Hillsborough, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Seminole, Tocobaga, Miccosukee, and Mascogo First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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