Little Manatee River State Park Loop Lmr1

Star4.19
114 reviews
215 Lightfoot Road, Wimauma, FL 33598

Quick Facts

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

27 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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February 2026

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Little Manatee River State Park Loop Lmr1
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.19

Satisfactory

Based on 114 reviews

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"Visitors consistently praise the park's peaceful, well-maintained campground, clean restroom and shower facilities, extensive trails, and excellent river access for canoeing/kayaking and wildlife viewing. Campsites are noted as spacious with water and electric hookups."

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Campground Map

215 Lightfoot Road, Wimauma, FL 33598
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Best Time to Camp at Little Manatee River State Park Loop Lmr1

The dry season transforms the river into a window, its waters so clear you can watch fish navigate the sandy bottom from your kayak. This is prime time for wildlife watching, when animals emerge from the palmetto thickets to drink at the river's edge. Summer brings a different magic: the occasional manatee drifting into the quiet oxbows, seeking cooler water. Yes, it's warm—this is Florida—but those willing to start their hikes at dawn and embrace afternoon river swims will have the park nearly to themselves, with front-row seats to one of nature's gentlest giants.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

Water activities likely attractive, but Florida summer heat/bugs may reduce comfort.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Fall typically brings pleasant weather in Florida; good for hiking and wildlife viewing.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring likely excellent for wildlife, blooms and comfortable weather; not explicitly detailed.

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Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5

Mild winters in Florida make it an attractive season for visits (no winter-sport need).

Planning Tips

    About Little Manatee River State Park Loop Lmr1

    Loop LMR1 at Little Manatee River State Park offers the rare combination of riverside tranquility and frontier convenience. Each site—whether you're tent camping, RV traveling, or arriving on horseback—comes equipped with fire ring, picnic table, and full hookups, placing you steps away from 6.5 miles of trails and some of Florida's clearest paddling waters.
    Developed campsites for tents and RVs, plus four equestrian campground sites for riders using the park's equestrian trails.
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    Amenities available

    Showers
    Potable water
    Electricity hookups
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings

    Activities you can enjoy

    A mix of water-based and land activities are available, including canoeing/kayaking on the Little Manatee River, multi-use hiking and equestrian trails, and wildlife viewing. Recreation areas and picnic shelters are also present throughout the park.
    HikingA 6.5-mile loop trail is described on-site; the park also contains extensive multi-use and equestrian trails (over 15 miles of equestrian trails).
    FishingFishing is available on the Little Manatee River; water clarity often allows viewing fish in shallow areas.
    Biking
    Boating
    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsVisitors should be aware of typical Florida wildlife (reports include alligators, snakes, and other native animals) and river-related hazards when paddling; standard campsite safety and awareness of wildlife are advised.

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    Reviews

    4.2
    114 reviews
    Satisfactory
    Satisfactory
    Little Manatee River State Park Loop Lmr1 is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Visitors consistently praise the park's peaceful, well-maintained campground, clean restroom and shower facilities, extensive trails, and excellent river access for canoeing/kayaking and wildlife viewing. Campsites are noted as spacious with water and electric hookups.
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    Based on 114 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Clean, updated restrooms and showers; water and electric hookups at sites; scenic river for paddling and wildlife viewing; extensive equestrian and multi-use trails; generally tranquil and well-kept...
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    Based on 114 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Arrive before park gates close at sunset (visitors report arriving early is advisable); typical check-in/check-out and quiet-hour practices reported (web research indicates common check-in at 3 p.m.,...
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    Camper Quotes

    “Great place to hit the trails!”; “The park is very nice, has water and electric hookups, and very new, and clean facilities.”; “Wonderful little campground with power and water for rv or tent...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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