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Happy Campers Rescue Ranch

97%

221 reviews

· Dunnellon, Citrus, Florida

10 acres hosted by Arcadio M.

2 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Florida: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Arcadio is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Welcome! 🌿 We're thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable experience surrounded by nature and animals. 🐾 At our ranch, we're dedicated to providing a sanctuary for rescued animals and offering our guests a unique opportunity to connect with nature and support our mission of animal welfare and conservation – it's a haven where you can relax, unwind, and make memories that will last a lifetime. 🌟 During your stay, you'll have the chance to meet our furry friends, including rescued farm animals and adorable companions who call Happy Campers Rescue Ranch home. Whether you're feeding the goats, cuddling with the kittens, or exploring the beautiful surroundings, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 🐷🐱🌳 But that's not all – we also offer a range of exciting extras to enhance your experience. Rent a Kayak or Paddle Boat to explore the area and crystal-clear waters of Rainbow Springs, or choose our cooler with built-in air conditioning ❄️ to stay comfortable during hot summer days inside your tent. As a guest, you'll not only have the opportunity to relax and unwind, but you'll also be supporting our mission of animal rescue and rehabilitation. A portion of your stay goes directly towards caring for our rescued animals and maintaining our sanctuary, allowing us to continue our important work. 🤲 We can't wait to welcome you to out ranch and share our love for animals and nature with you. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a unique retreat, we're here to make your stay unforgettable. 🌈 ***We kindly request bookings for a maximum duration of up to 7 days. This allows us to maintain the integrity of our sanctuary and ensures that our animals receive consistent care and attention while also offering our guests the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing and rejuvenating getaway. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Thank you for choosing our ranch – we look forward to hosting you soon! 🎉

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97%

267 ratings · 221 reviews

Dominique D.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Quiet and close to the springs

15 ft campervan ·

⛺Drive-Thru Site⛺

Arcadio’s campsite was awesome. Great communication and helpful, detailed direction on how to locate our spot (especially at night)! He was kind enough to accommodate our very last minute booking. The location is very close to some beautiful springs!

Julie S.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

Starry night

10 ft campervan ·

🌟Sandy Stars - Site 1🌟

Arcadio is an awesome host. The campsite was quiet & secluded. There were so many stars! Loved all the animals. wonderful rescue thing they're doing there.

Sarah S.

3 reviews

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· February 2025

Tent · With pets ·

🌟Sandy Stars - Site 1🌟

Was a nice place to say, however, I wanted to complete quiet and that was my bad. Nobody did anything wrong. I just needed Complete quiet. I heard the neighbors watching a movie until about 10 PM. Absolutely beautiful place however whoever stayed in the campsite before me left a lot of trash so I picked it all up

Spencer P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Tent ·

⛺Drive-Thru Site⛺

This was one of the best experiences I’ve had camping in a long time, they treat you like family, and are super responsive. I highly recommend checking this spot out!

David T.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

10 ft campervan ·

🌳 Forest Nook - Site 1🌳

Arcadio and his wife Carla are wonderful people. The price is right and the camp grounds are perfect for me. I will be back.

Lee W.

11 reviews

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· February 2025

Tent · With pets ·

🌳 Forest Nook - Site 1🌳

I had an excellent time there the host for awesome the goat come down to the campsite hung out for a little bit the stars at night were wonderful great place to stay highly recommend it

Location

Dunnellon, Citrus, Florida, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Seminole, Miccosukee, and Mascogo First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking