Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near San Mateo, Florida, United States

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Top Campgrounds near San Mateo

472 campgrounds 2,043 available sites

Stage Stop Campground

Winter Garden, FL · 73.2 mi from San Mateo

2.6 (5 reviews)

Stage Stop Campground is a family-owned facility featuring 248 full hook-up sites with city water, sewer, and electric, located near Orlando's major theme parks and historic Winter Garden. The campground offers spacious sites, bathhouses, and a ch...

  • Power Service
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Deck or Patio

Buck Lake Boat Access SJRWMD

Mims, FL · 74.4 mi from San Mateo

4.8 (5 reviews)

The Buck Lake Boat Ramp is a popular unimproved launch area with two permits available each day.Motor vehicle access to the lake requires advance reservation and is from the western parking area on the north side of State Road 46 in Mims.Important...

  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Boat Ramp / Launch

Buck Lake Conservation Area SJRWMD

Mims, FL · 74.4 mi from San Mateo

4.8 (5 reviews)

Buck Lake Conservation Area offers a drive-in, tent-only campsite with a maximum occupancy of 15 people and 2 pets. Reservations are required at least 48 hours in advance, and specific vehicle information must be provided. The campsite features am...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Campfire Ring

Sharrah's RV Park

Lake City, FL · 76.6 mi from San Mateo

5.0 (5 reviews)

  • Wi Fi
  • Pet friendly
  • Electric Hookup
  • Dog Run / Park
Highly Rated

Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping Permits

St. Marys, GA · 77 mi from San Mateo

4.7 (1133 reviews)

Cumberland Island National Seashore offers diverse camping experiences, from family-friendly campgrounds to rugged wilderness sites, requiring a permit for camping in five designated areas. Access to the island is solely by ferry from St. Marys, G...

  • Tent sites: 43
  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Showers

Explore San Mateo, FL

Nearby city: Palm Coast, FL

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 75 ft

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Explore San Mateo, FL

Nearby city: Palm Coast, FL

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 75 ft

About San Mateo, Florida

Set along the St. Johns River near Palatka, San Mateo puts North Florida’s waterways and woodlands within easy reach. Campgrounds and RV parks near San Mateo offer access to paddling and fishing on the river, trails at Dunns Creek State Park, the gardens and ravines in Palatka’s Ravine Gardens State Park, and day trips to the lakes and sand pine scrub of Ocala National Forest. It’s a relaxed base for boaters, anglers, and hikers looking for quiet nights and easy drives to nearby public lands.

Browse 460 nearby options spanning RV parks, tent camping, and a few cabins. Stays typically average around $54 per night, with choices ranging from $20 to $150. Expect many RV-friendly sites, plus dedicated tent areas; cabins can be limited, so book ahead in peak months. Camping is generally year-round here, with the most comfortable weather in fall through spring. Prefer not to tow? Local RV rentals include travel trailers, fifth wheels, and Class A motorhomes, and some offer delivery to nearby campgrounds.

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