Nelson's Outdoor Resort

Campground in Umatilla, Marion County, Florida

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Campground with 35 sites

Full hookups, Pets welcome, On the water

From the park's website, Oct 2026

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Riverfront RV park, marina and fish camp on the Ocklawaha River near Lake Griffin, with full-hookup and water/electric RV sites, long-term sites, tent camping and new glamping yurts and cabins. It has two boat ramps, boat slips and a bait shop; RV rates are not published online.

What stands out

  • On the Ocklawaha River with a full-service marina, boat slips and two boat ramps
  • Fish camp since the 1950s (formerly Nelson's Fish Camp)
  • Sunnyhill Restoration Area trails across the street
  • New 2026 glamping yurts and cabins
  • Long-term RV sites available

Sites

Full hook-up RV sites

Hookups
Full hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed

Electric & water RV sites

Hookups
Water & electric
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Laundry
  • Camp store
  • River or creek
  • Pond
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Hiking trails
  • Accessible sites

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Laundry
  • Camp store
  • River or creek
  • Pond
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Hiking trails
  • Accessible sites
  • Full-service marina with boat slips
  • Two boat ramps (paved and gravel)
  • Bait shop
  • Fishing dock
  • Kids' catch-and-release fishing pond
  • Covered picnic and grilling building
  • Fuel at marina
  • Direct access to Sunnyhill Restoration Area trails across the street

Cabins and rentals

Yurt (2)

Sleeps
4
Bathroom
No

Hook, Line & Sleeper Yurt on the water and Cast, Catch & Chill Yurt (handicap access); king bed, mini-split AC, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker; bathhouse a short walk. Booked via Airbnb.

Cabin (3)

Sleeps
5
Bathroom
No

Gator-Aide Oasis family cabin (5 guests), Castoway Canopy couples cabin (2 guests), Trophy Bass mini cabin; AC, mini fridge, microwave; no bathroom in units. New in 2026.

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • Dogs leashed at all times and waste picked up; dogs and cats must be spayed/neutered with proof; rabies vaccination proof required; separate pet rules agreement.

Arrival

  • Not listed

Included in the rate: Long-term rent covers 2 adults; $50 per month for each additional adult.

Other fees: No RV rates published on website. Boat launch $5; dockside fishing $10 per person; boat over 16 ft on a long-term lot $45/month; long-term late fee $25 after the 5th plus $5/day.

Good to know

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

Long-term and snowbird stays

  • Long-term RV sites include water, sewer, yard maintenance and trash; apply online via Rent Manager.

Pets

  • Dogs and cats must be spayed or neutered, with proof, and have rabies proof from a vet.

Rules

  • Gates locked 10pm to 6am; no use of ramp, dock, slips, fuel or laundry after 10pm.
  • Quiet: loud activities end by 10pm; speed limit 6 mph.
  • No firearms, air guns, BB guns, bows or crossbows on the property.
  • Only residents' cars may be washed in the park.

Amenities and services

  • Showers are provided for tent campers only; bathroom access for campers at no extra cost.
  • Store and bait shop open Tue-Sun 8am-8pm, closed Monday; laundry open to public 8am-8pm daily.
  • Glamping units have no bathrooms; bathhouse and showers a short walk.

Activities and nearby

  • Boat launch $5 from paved or gravel ramp; boat slips with a free boat slip special.
  • Dockside fishing $10 per person, closes at dusk; kids under 14 catch-and-release pond.
  • Sunnyhill Restoration Area (3,400 acres, 20 miles of trails, horseback riding) is across the street.
  • Boat north on the Ocklawaha toward the Ocala National Forest or south into Lake Griffin; airboat rides nearby (Justin's Jungle).

Accessibility

  • Cast, Catch & Chill yurt has handicap access.

Weather and hurricane policy

  • If the NHC cone puts the park in danger within 3 days, a park-wide pre-storm cleanup is done with 24-hour notice; loose items may be thrown out.

Ownership

  • Formerly Nelson's Fish Camp; a camping and fishing destination since the 1950s.

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Where you'll be

19400 SE Hwy 42, Umatilla, FL, 32784

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