Welaka Lodge & Resort

RV park in Welaka, Putnam County, Florida

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RV park with 22 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.

22 sites
20 / 30 / 50 amp

Electric service

Seasonal

Open year-round per booking; in season Feb 1-Oct 31, off season Nov 1-Jan 31 (cottage rate terms); dockside bar open seasonally

Book online

Through Campspot

Riverfront lodge, bar and RV park on the St. Johns River in Welaka (Channel Marker 50) with full-hookup 20/30/50-amp RV sites, cottages, boat slips and an on-site Boat Bar & Grill with live music. Seasonally heated pool, hot tub, free Wi-Fi, camp store and laundry; RV rates are not posted on the website.

What stands out

  • On the St. Johns River at Channel Marker 50 with boat slips
  • On-site Boat Bar & Grill with live music
  • Full-hookup RV sites with 20/30/50 amp
  • Seasonally heated pool and hot tub overlooking the river
  • Camp store sells beer, wine and liquor
  • Cottages and boat, kayak, canoe and golf cart rentals

Sites

Full hookup RV sites (shaded or sunny/premium)

Hookups
Full hookups
Power
20 / 30 / 50 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Not listed

What this place offers

  • Pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bathhouse
  • Camp store
  • Ice
  • Laundry
  • Fishing
  • River or creek
  • Beach

What this place offers

  • Pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bathhouse
  • Camp store
  • Ice
  • Laundry
  • Fishing
  • River or creek
  • Beach
  • Boat rentals
  • Kayak & canoe rentals
  • Golf cart rentals
  • Food on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Boat Bar & Grill on the river with live music, DJs and karaoke (bar phone 386-467-7173)
  • Covered and open wet boat slips; lifted slips
  • Boat charters
  • Private fishing dock
  • Boat ramp nearby (not on site)
  • Coin laundry room with lending library
  • Camp store sells liquor, beer, wine, ice cream and camping supplies
  • Sandy beach (About page)
  • Designated storage area for extra vehicles and trailers

Cabins and rentals

Cabin

Bathroom
Not listed

'Luxury cottages'; rates for 2 guests, $10/night per extra overnight guest; 3-night minimum in season (Feb 1-Oct 31), 2-night off season; no Saturday arrivals or departures; 11% tax extra; pets only in designated cottages for a fee; no smoking inside.

RV rental

Sleeps
2
Bathroom
Yes

#7 Turtle Nest 7 (RV): one bed, one bath, sleeps 2. Same rate terms as cottages.

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • RV page says 'Pet-Friendly'. Rental units: pets only in designated units with a fee; $50/night penalty if violated.

Arrival

  • Check-in: 3:00 PM (office open for check-in until 5 PM per website, 4 PM per Campspot)
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Open year-round per booking; in season Feb 1-Oct 31, off season Nov 1-Jan 31 (cottage rate terms); dockside bar open seasonally

Cancellation: Campspot policy: same-day cancellations and no-shows charged 100%. Stays under a week need 14 days' notice (minimum 20% of deposit fee; under 14 days deposit lost). Stays of 1 week to 1 month need 21 days' notice; a month or more needs 30 days; otherwise deposit non-refundable. Holidays: full payment 3 weeks before arrival and twice the notice. No refunds for early departures. 50% deposit at booking. (Website policy page gives shorter notice periods: 1 week / 2 weeks / 1 month, and a minimum fee of 20% or $10.)

Included in the rate: Rental rates are for up to 2 guests; $10 per extra overnight guest; age 2 and under not counted.

Other fees: Weekly and monthly discounts on RV sites (amounts not stated). Day visitors $5/day and must register. Tax 11% extra (rental units). Late check-out $15/hour (Campspot). Pet fee in designated units; $50/night penalty for unauthorized pets. Returned check $35. Rental stay discounts: in season 10% off 4 nights, 20% off 5+; off season 10% off 3 nights, 20% off 4, 30% off 5+. Optional Refund For Any Reason / Reschedule For Any Reason add-ons (not on holidays or groups).

Good to know

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

Location and directions

  • Directly on the St. Johns River at Channel Marker 50; reachable by boat.

Rates and fees

  • Late check-out available at $15 per hour.
  • Rental balance due the day before arrival (Campspot) / at check-in (website).

Long-term and snowbird stays

  • RV sites offered nightly, weekly or monthly with discounted weekly and monthly rates.

Rules

  • Registering guests must be 21 or older unless a family is checking in; for married couples one must be 21.
  • No Saturday arrivals or departures for cottage stays.
  • Maximum two vehicles on site; extra vehicles and trailers go to a designated storage area.
  • Day visitors $5 per day and must register at the office.
  • Smoking not allowed inside units; allowed on porches.

Amenities and services

  • Pool heated seasonally; pool overlooks the river.
  • Camp store sells liquor, beer, wine, ice cream, Tervis tumblers and locally made goods.
  • Covered and open wet slips and lifted slips; boat rentals and charters.
  • Coin laundry room has a lending library.

Activities and nearby

  • Silver Glen Springs, Ocala National Forest and guided bass fishing trips nearby; downtown Welaka minutes away.
  • Boat ramp is nearby, not on site; private fishing dock on site.

Ownership

  • Operated by Welaka Lodge LLC d/b/a Welaka Lodge & Resort.

Also worth knowing

  • Calls itself a party destination with a bar running for over 30 years; live music, DJs and karaoke.

On Google

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

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Where you'll be

1001 Front Street, Welaka, FL, 32193

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