Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A

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245 reviews
Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A

Quick Facts

Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

14 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A
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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

4.45

Recommended

Based on 245 reviews

302 Google reviews

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"Visitor feedback is generally positive about the trail access, friendly staff/camp host, clean bathhouse, easy pull-through sites, and strong cell service. Common negatives include lack of privacy and shade at sites, highway noise, loose gravel sites, and a distant bathhouse."

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Best Time to Camp at Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A

While seasonal information is limited, mid-March visitors have reported pleasantly low insect activity—a notable bonus for Florida camping. As with any prairie environment, you'll want to prepare for sun exposure and pack accordingly for the open terrain, regardless of when you visit.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

Florida summers are hot; trails usable but heat/bugs may limit comfort.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Milder fall weather likely favorable for trail activities.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring conditions likely excellent for hiking/running on trails.

Best
Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5

Mild Florida winters should support comfortable trail use.

Planning Tips

    About Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A

    Loop A at Ross Prairie Trailhead and Campground invites you to experience Florida's unique prairie ecosystem, where wide-open skies replace the typical canopy of trees. This trail-focused campground features convenient pull-through sites with full utility hookups, designed for adventurers who want easy access to miles of multi-use trails without sacrificing modern conveniences.
    Fourteen pull-through sites equipped with water and 30/50-amp electrical service; sites are described as easy to set up but generally open with little privacy or shade.
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    Amenities available

    Showers
    Potable water
    Electricity hookups
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings

    Activities you can enjoy

    Loop A provides direct access to an extensive trail system and the Cross Florida Greenway, supporting hiking, trail running, mountain biking, horse riding, and thru-hiking.
    HikingExtensive trails for hiking, trail running, and thru-hiking with connections to the paved Cross Florida Greenway.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsLimited or no shade (sun exposure), close proximity to a busy highway (noise), loose gravel at sites, limited site privacy, and a bathhouse located outside the campground (requires a walk).

    Weather at Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A

    Reviews

    4.5
    245 reviews
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    Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop A is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Visitor feedback is generally positive about the trail access, friendly staff/camp host, clean bathhouse, easy pull-through sites, and strong cell service. Common negatives include lack of privacy and shade at sites, highway noise, loose gravel sites, and a distant bathhouse.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 245 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Excellent trail network for hiking, running, mountain biking and horseback riding; clean bathrooms and showers; easy pull-through sites with water and 30/50-amp electric; on-site campground host;...
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    Based on 245 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Check in at the small park office hut; expect a walk to the bathhouse; gate is locked at night by staff; best for short, trail-focused stays—bring shade or a canopy and plan for limited on-site...
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    Based on 245 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    Visitors describe the sites as "easy pull-through" with water and 30/50-amp service; some call the bathhouse a "trek" or "dungeon"; others note "excellent Verizon coverage" with very fast speeds.
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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