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Camp Gilchrist

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· Spring Ridge, Gilchrist, Florida
10 acres hosted by John M.
1 tent site
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Camp Gilchrist is located in heart of Springs Country in North Florida. Ginnie Springs and several other local springs are just minutes away. Come visit and explore nature with us! Pitch your tent and relax. You can enjoy beautiful sunrises, sunsets, and star gazing in an open field. Enjoy wildflowers throughout the Florida blooming seasons. Find blackberries, mushrooms, and other edible foraged goods. For optimum peace and privacy, there is currently 1 campsite on our 10 acres. There are several recreational activities in the area including hiking, swimming in natural springs, fishing, kayaking, wildlife watching, and more!Only a 5 Minute drive to Ginnie and Gilchrist Blue Springs, 10 minutes to High Springs, and within 30 minutes of many other local springs and Gainesville. It is common to see native wildlife on this and the surrounding properties. Located only 2 miles Ginnie Springs, this area is known for its numerous beautiful springs along the Santa Fe, Ichetucknee and Suwannee Rivers. Kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving are popular activities here. So pitch your tent and enjoy sunset, or the stars at night by the fire. You will have access to your own fire pit and picnic table.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Farm
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44 ratings · 36 reviews
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Jon R.recommends
November 4, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
A great spot for chillin’
Quiet, away from the traffic noise, plenty of space, and very nicely kept land. The perfect place to veg out. You can be nearby the attractions in the area but also have some space to yourself :)
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Edward R.
August 7, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
Field Camping
It's just a spot in a field. Nothing more and nothing less.
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Rachel N.recommends
June 23, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
Gorgeous spot, great views at night, and very cozy. Not too far from the springs and very private.
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Hannah C.recommends
June 17, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
Peace and Quiet
I liked the fact that we could just park and get our things together without any worry. Just set up and had a quiet evening and morning. Lovely experience!
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Mickayla N.recommends
June 10, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
We loved our camping trip. Do suggest bringing some shade cover and a fan if camping durning the summer
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Jon F.recommends
May 21, 2024
Camp Gilchrist
Great Stay featuring a Tortoise
I loved this place ! Beautiful open field , even met a fun tortoise friend hanging out. Would definitely come back ! John was very helpful
Location
Spring Ridge, Gilchrist, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Seminole, Timucua, Miccosukee, and Mascogo First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by John M.

Joined in January 2023
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