Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P

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245 reviews
Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P

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Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

14 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

No Pets

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Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P
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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

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"Reviewers praise excellent trail access, RV-friendly pull-through sites with water and 30/50A electric, clean grounds and friendly hosts, and notably strong Verizon cell service. Common criticisms are lack of shade/privacy, audible highway noise, the bathhouse being outside the loop and limited in fixtures, fair interior gravel roads with potholes, and no sewer hookups."

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Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P
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Driving directionsReviewer-recommended access via Route 484; campground is adjacent to the Ross Prairie Trailhead parking area (trailhead parking serves the campground).
Located adjacent to a busy highway with straightforward vehicle access; reviewers report noticeable traffic noise and that the area is well lit at night.
Nearby supplies
Dunnellon and Hernando areas (supplies/services)

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

Timing is everything here. Late fall through early spring turns Ross Prairie into a camper's dream—mild temperatures, manageable bugs, and trails that practically beg to be explored. Mid-March particularly shines, when past visitors rave about bug-free days and ideal hiking weather. Summer's a different story: the exposed sites offer little refuge from Florida's fierce sun, making those cooler months your sweet spot for comfortable camping and all-day greenway adventures.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

Trails available year-round; no summer-specific notes (data limited).

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Trails and mild seasons likely make fall pleasant; reviewers praise trail use.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring likely favorable for hiking and nature viewing given trail access.

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Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5

Florida winters are typically good for outdoor activity; no closures noted.

Planning Tips

    About Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P

    Loop P's 14 roomy pull-through sites put you right at the heart of Cross Florida Greenway action, with full hookups (water and 30/50A electric) that let you plug in and explore immediately. This is your no-fuss basecamp for trail adventures—think open prairie camping where convenience trumps canopy, highway sounds blend into the background, and the trailhead's bathhouse is just a short stroll away.
    Loop P contains 14 pull-through sites with water and 30/50A electric; sites are open, mostly treeless gravel pads with minimal shade and wide-open prairie views.
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    Amenities available

    Showers
    Electricity hookups
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings
    Picnic tables

    Activities you can enjoy

    Primary uses center on trail-based recreation and access to the Cross Florida Greenway. Popular activities include hiking, trail running, mountain biking, paved/paved-trail biking, horseback riding, and nature observation/photography.
    HikingMulti-use trails originate at Ross Prairie Trailhead, traverse sandhill, scrub and wet prairie habitats, and connect to the paved Cross Florida Greenway.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsMinimal shade/exposure to sun, audible highway/traffic noise, interior gravel roads with potholes, and a bathhouse located outside the loop (a walk from some sites). Night lighting may reduce star visibility.
    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

    Weather at Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P

    Reviews

    4.5
    245 reviews
    Recommended
    Recommended
    Ross Prairie Trailhead And Campground Loop P is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers praise excellent trail access, RV-friendly pull-through sites with water and 30/50A electric, clean grounds and friendly hosts, and notably strong Verizon cell service. Common criticisms are lack of shade/privacy, audible highway noise, the bathhouse being outside the loop and limited in fixtures, fair interior gravel roads with potholes, and no sewer hookups.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 245 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Excellent on-site trail network with direct connection to the Cross Florida Greenway; all 14 pull-through sites with water and 30/50A electric suitable for RVs; generally clean facilities and helpful...
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    Based on 245 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Expect exposed, open sites with minimal privacy or shade; plan to use the single dump station (no site sewer); be prepared for a walk to the bathhouse; drive slowly on inside gravel roads; mid‑March...
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    Based on 245 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "all 14 sites are pull‑through"; "the dungeon" (one reviewer's description of the bathhouse); "excellent Verizon bandwidth"
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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