Check in was after hours on a Saturday but arrangements for our arrival went very smoothly. Our…read morecottage is roomy, well equipped and exceptionally clean! Very relaxing atmosphere and beautiful pool with a great cafe/bar. Prices on lunch and drinks are fantastic. We will def book again in very near future.

We've been coming here for 3 years now. We have a RV and stay at a site. We're a little…read moredisappointed this year. There's a lot of construction going on and a trailer that hauls in equipment parked at the empty site next to us when there is a whole row of empty rv sites. Our grill looks like it's been through WW2. And has no propane in it. People take their big dogs to the dog park and don't clean up after them. On the plus side the pool is nice. Most of the rv sites are big rig friendly. The town of Jensen Beach is quaint and within walking distance. I'm not entirely sure if I would recommend this place. They charge 3,400.00 a month for a rv site! At this price I would expect a lot more than what is offered. Like walking distance to the beach!

This park is named in honor of the Phipps Family descended from Henry Phipps Jr. (1839-1930), a…read morebusinessman and philanthropist. Phipps grew up with Andrew Carnegie as a friend and neighbor. As an adult, he became Carnegie's business partner in the Carnegie Steel Company and as a result became very wealthy. The Phipps family donated to the town of Palm Beach one of the most significant gifts in county history, an ocean to lake property that is now known as Phipps Park. The Phipps family had established public parks in Palm Beach and in the New York area. Phipps Park on the St. Lucie Canal was made possible with a land trade involving Michael Phipps which resulted in the public recreation facility. Michael, born January 10, 1910, in England was also associated with the St. Lucie Training Track for thoroughbred horses on SR 76. He passed away on March 13, 1973. Phipps Park is part of the St. Lucie South Recreation Area which has a 55 acres of camping and conservation land on the Okeechobee Waterway. In 2006 FEMA installed 35 traditional primitive campsites, and 24, 20-amp electric sites during the 2006 hurricanes when the park was being used for FEMA housing. Campground renovations began in 2018 and continue to this day. There are now 99 RV sites and 19 adventure tent sites that come with canvas tents. In the park you will also find hiking trails, fishing pier, a new boat ramp and dock, showers, laundry facilities, picnic pavilions, and restrooms. This park is popular with anglers who enjoy fishing both fresh and salt water. Next to the camping area is the St. Lucie Lock and Dam built in 1941 and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers .The lock was built for flood control replacing the natural outflow of the St. Lucie River from Lake Okeechobee. This waterway is now part of a cross-Florida navigational route connecting the Atlantic Ocean to Lake Okeechobee and on to the Gulf. On the north side of the lock, the one mile St. Lucie Nature Trail traverses in a one mile loop through a subtropical forest next to a primitive group campsite. There is also a volunteer manned visitor's center which provides information on the history of the lock and the local ecosystem. With the historic lock, fishing options, and hiking trails, Phipps Park is worth exploration even if you don't plan on staying overnight to camp.

My in-laws come down from Ohio every year for 2 months. They stay at Phipps park and love it…read more They say it is relaxing, fishing is good. They were impressed with the new bathroom facilities. They would give it 5 stars.

Cool park! We drive by often and it's always something we've wanted to stop and check out. I had no…read moreidea this park is so huge! You could drive for 30 minutes and still not see everything! We stopped by on a weekday and the park was pretty and relaxing. Not too many people on the couple of trails we did. The observation tower is closed but they still have a nice boardwalk up to that area that makes for a great walk! It's pretty highly elevated for Florida - kind of impressive in person! Entry is $6 per car, and the lady provided a map and recommended her favorite trail. We checked that trail out as well (the white trail), but the height of the observation tower trail was really the star! We decided to drive around after doing both trails, and we saw their campgrounds. So surprising at how busy this place was! It seemed there was hardly an empty spot! Must be a happening place to camp! We'd definitely return for more adventures, as this is a cool park!

This place is great for those into the outdoors or nature in general. Kayaking, camping, fishing,…read moreand plenty of wildlife you might run into. There's overlooks and and an endless supply of trails to choose. I will definitely be back with some chairs and hoping for some quiet time to myself. The environment is so unique here you feel like you're in a different country at times.

Awesome campground! Love the atmosphere and people! So much fun!!! No drama and everyone is so…read morefriendly!

Located in the middle of nowhere, about 15 miles south of Lake placid, FL. This LGBTQ+ campground,…read moreis quiet, relaxing, very old and worn a few permanent residents, nice pool area..no restaurant or bar, bring everything you need, no dance floor no real entertainment even on holiday weekends. There is a shack in the wooded area by the boardwalk for indiscretions.. ( the only fun or interesting thing there), are bit pricey for the cabin rentals, especially the tiny tiny ones, that you can't even turn around in.. plus a 25$ a year membership, and 10 $ day pass, that sadly end at 4 pm.. ridiculous. They really dont know how to run a business.. soo many potentialfor this place.. . You can however rent a rv or camp nearby within 5 miles and go for a day or 2. We did about 4 miles away rented a rv. And do the day pass thing. Now, for the most part.. its clicky , and not many newbies.. friendly people there, nothing to do.. the 2 guys that own it are rude and nasty as fuck.. condescending, the short old one drive around in the golf cart and watch everyone, a gestapo. Rude and nasty, very very unfriendly, and makes any newcomers uneasy and unwelcome.. you figure they would love new blood to stair some life in the place. It could be a great place. Have a little food place, a bar.. or sorts ... a dance area.. breath some life into this place.. Owners could be a bit more friendly accommodating. Don't ask them anything.. j7st ask any of the resident or you'll get you head chewed off

The worst experience ever. I lived here for 3 years they were rude. Tried to make my husband and I…read morefeel like we shouldn't be there bc they want it to be a retirement community only even though we were 38 and 40 so its not like we were ridiculously young we are closer to retirement age than childhood. We never did anything to get in trouble the 3 years I lived there. They gave one ridiculous violation because the house number on trash bin (which is 1 on the house and 2 on the trash bin on ground) had been sun bleached out but the number on the house was CLEARLY readable. ​This place is ruined by the rude snowbirds. Rude security staff (except Brooke she is amazing) they gave anyone who came out a hard time. We called everyone in even had to call in doordash bc they wouldn't let them come in. All together the only thing worth it out there is the views and amenities at the clubhouse. The people act like pure trash to anyone they don't deem old enough for "their island." They even threw a fit for owners trying to Airbnb their homes when they were not in town God forbid they stayed less than 1 month at a time. Can't wait for the old stuck in their ways people to die off and stop discriminating against "young people". The snowbirds were the worst there the mindset is its mine and you shouldn't be here even though my husband and I were residents year round. 100% reason why we didn't purchase a place out there. Stop discriminating and MAYBE they can be seen as great place. ​

You can't get any closer to the water at Nettle's Island which is on Hutchinson Island…read more The lots are open and paved but hard to come by especially in-season. There are two pools and a private beach along with a nice restaurant that sits right on the water overlooking marina. Across the street, Shuckers has a great menu and entertainment right on the ocean. Beautiful spot.

Very much in the middle of nowhere. There are plenty of bugs, but they are tolerable. Great…read moreatmosphere, very friendly staff and visitors. Plenty of trails, and various types of accommodations, from tent camping to cabins to an inn and the barracks. And a plus is that it's clothing optional.

Such an amazing oasis in the middle of Florida. The staff is so accommodating and welcoming to new…read moreguests and returning loyal friends. If you'd like to relax and love hiking, this is a wonderful place for you.

Very secluded and quiet campground that is safe and dog friendly. Easy to access and close to…read morePort St Lucie. Very level.

Had a great couple day camping here. Diana was very kind and accommodated my request to change…read moresites and put me by the water. When checking out Wendy was very pleasant. Beautiful park/campground walking trail. Sunrises on the observation deck was beautiful. All the wonderful sounds of nature. Very quiet camp! I would only add that updates be done to the restroom/showers...i.e. new painted walls, stall doors, floor, add new soap dispensers etc. I would recommend camping here. Overall, a very nice place!

We have been wanting to try this little park for over a year now. Finally, we just booked. There…read moreare only 30 sites but each one is super large. We were able to put our big ole truck next to the rig easily. It was super quiet and everyone was friendly. The owners are very kind and caring. They seem like they enjoy what they are doing. The only reason I gave this park a four instead of a four five is there are no laundry facilities or bath house. Although we didn't need either, it's good to know in advance so you can be prepared. It takes about 15 minutes to get into town. Not many good restaurants nearby but we decided to cook. We also perused the flea market. Okeechobee is a truly unique place where everyone says hello, holds the door open and is friendly.

Water's Edge is beautiful! This is a very nice, well maintained RV resort. It's right on the canal…read moreof Lake Okeechobee, the 8th biggest lake in the United States! Every site is paved with manicured landscaping. Plants in between sites provide privacy. 50 amps FHU, big rig friendly. Boat ramp conveniently located inside the resort, great for RVers who are here for fishing There's boat/trailer storage area in the end of the park, for renters to store the toys. There are gators in the lake, so you don't want to swim in the lake! Wifi, outdoor pool, pet friendly, gated. Although not many amenities, but there is a big tiki by canal equipped with outdoor seating, great for chilling and hanging out with friends. Big dog park for our fur baby to run freely. Dog bags are provided through out the park, very thoughtful. However there's no trash by the dog park or anywhere near by to throw away. Can only go to big dumpster. We love this park! It's a great location for weekend getaway for us. We are thinking of coming here once a month!