The Cove Resort & Pub

Campground in Inverness, Citrus County, Florida Also known as Cove Campground

Aerial view of The Cove Resort & Pub
Aerial near the address
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Campground with 13 sites

Full hookups, 50 amp, Pets welcome, On the water

From the park's website, Oct 2026

Not yet confirmed by phone. Details can change, so check with the park before you go.

13 sites
20 / 30 / 50 amp

Electric service

Seasonal

Open 7 days a week

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Through Campspot

Small lakeside RV park and pub on Lake Henderson, about 3 miles from downtown Inverness, with 13 full-hookup sites (4 pull-through, 20/30/50 amp) and five rental cabins and homes. It is a former fish camp, with an on-site waterfront restaurant and free kayaks.

What stands out

  • Former fish camp on Lake Henderson with an on-site waterfront pub and restaurant
  • 13 full-hookup sites (4 pull-through), 20/30/50 amp, lots at least 32 x 28 ft
  • Free kayak use; pontoon and airboat tours leave from the property
  • Five rental cabins and homes, including one with a private pool
  • 2.5 miles from the Withlacoochee State Trail

Sites

Pull-Through RV Site

Hookups
Full hookups
Power
20 / 30 / 50 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed
Number of sites
4
Nightly
$55

Back-In RV Site

Hookups
Full hookups
Power
20 / 30 / 50 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed
Number of sites
9
Nightly
$55

What this place offers

  • Laundry
  • Lake
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Kayak & canoe rentals
  • Playground
  • Food on site
  • Wi-Fi

What this place offers

  • Laundry
  • Lake
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Kayak & canoe rentals
  • Playground
  • Food on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site waterfront restaurant and pub (The Cove Pub & Grub)
  • Free use of kayaks
  • Corn hole
  • Free trailer parking
  • Pontoon and airboat tours depart from the property
  • Fire pits and grills

Cabins and rentals

Cabin

Sleeps
2
Bathroom
Yes
Nightly
$135

Love Shack: remodeled ~400 sq ft fish-camp cabin, smart TV, large shower, kitchenette, pet friendly.

Cabin

Sleeps
2
Bathroom
Yes
Nightly
$135

Tin Roof Cabin: ~400 sq ft original cabin, kitchenette, queen bed, walk-in shower, dogs 25 lb and under.

Rental

Sleeps
4
Bathroom
Yes
Nightly
$185

The Point House: 2 bedroom, 1 bath lakefront house with screened room and private boat dock; golf cart provided.

Rental

Sleeps
6
Bathroom
Yes
Nightly
$205

Swampwater Farm: private home with full kitchen, dishwasher, washer/dryer; no parties.

Rental

Bathroom
Yes
Nightly
$235

Founder's Lodge: 2 master suites, private in-ground pool, dog play area; no parties.

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed
  • No tents

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • RV sites pet-friendly per Campspot. Cabin dogs need advance approval and a dog fee; Tin Roof takes dogs 25 lb and under. Pick up after pets.

Arrival

  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Open 7 days a week

Other fees: RV sites from $55/night (Campspot). Free kayaks and free trailer parking. Dog fee for cabins: $50 (Campspot) or $25 one-time (Welcome Book).

Good to know

From the park's own website and other official pages. Policies change, so confirm with the park.

Location and directions

  • Turn onto South Cove Camp Point right next to the Dollar General on Hwy 44 East; the park is about 800 ft behind the store.

Sites

  • All lots are at least 32 x 28 ft and allow slide-outs on both sides.
  • Sewer is septic; free trailer parking is available.

Rules

  • No swimming from the property; the lake has alligators and snakes.
  • Airboats and pleasure craft on Lake Henderson can be noisy.
  • Quiet hours are 9 PM to 8 AM (rental guide); check-in 2-7 PM.

Amenities and services

  • Waterfront pub and restaurant on site, described as the only waterfront restaurant in Inverness.
  • Kayaks are free; sign out at the bar and wear a life jacket.
  • Laundry room open 8 am to 4 pm.

Activities and nearby

  • Pontoon tours (the Jillyfish) and airboat tours depart from The Cove.
  • 2.5 miles from the Withlacoochee State Trail and 3 miles from downtown Inverness.

Ownership

  • Owned by Lou Ann Jacobs and Kemper Willcut, who live on site.

Also worth knowing

  • Former Florida fish camp; named Campspot's 2025 Top Hidden Gem in North America.

On Google

Rating, reviews and photos from the park's Google listing.

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Where you'll be

1242 S Cove Camp Point, Inverness, FL, 34450

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