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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly

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Vernon, FL
  • Falling Waters State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Ponce De Leon Springs State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Morrison Springs
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Vernon

In Vernon .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Moss Hill Methodist Church and 9 miles (15 km) of Beech Island. Red Oak Island and Lucas Lake are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lucas Lake - 20 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Falling Waters State Park - 25 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Ponce De Leon Springs State Park - 29 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Vortex Springs - 36 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Morrison Springs - 40 min drive - 27.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dee's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Holmes Creek Pizza & Pasta Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 79 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Seafood and Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smoke N Butts - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Camp directly on the river

Bring your tent and enjoy primitive, rustic camping directly on the river. No RV’s - Ad on a kayak from us and paddle to the famous Cypress Springs never hit the road.
Clean out houses, no showers. Pets, welcome for a $10 insurance fee. You can even bring your pet with you in the kayaks and canoes were the only place around that allows that. Not responsible for bad weather. Generators are not allowed. So other guests can enjoy there stay also Vehicles need to stay 30 feet away from the bank. In the common area ( tiki hut ) there electric to charge phones and such. No extension cords are allowed

Property manager

Elizabeth Schmitz

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Property amenities

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Camp directly on the river to the airport?

This campground is 34.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Camp directly on the river?

As of Apr 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Camp directly on the river on May 1, 2025 start from $26.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Camp directly on the river have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this campground.

Does Camp directly on the river offer free breakfast?

This campground does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Camp directly on the river?

No, there is no casino at this campground.

What time is check-in at Camp directly on the river?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Camp directly on the river?

Free parking is not available at this campground.

Does Camp directly on the river have a pool?

This campground does not have a pool.

Does Camp directly on the river have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this campground.

How close is Camp directly on the river to downtown Vernon?

This campground is 1.1 mi away from Vernon.

Camp directly on the river Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great camping getaway

This will probably be the last camping trip work all of my children. My oldest is 17. She was voluntold to go. We all had a great time despite some of the teenagers best efforts. I highly recommend. Liz and Rick were easy to connect with and answered any questions i had.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F., Silverhill, AL usq

Liked: Cleanliness

Great campground

We had a great time! Hosts were fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Time!

We LOVED every bit of our stay! Being right on the water and being with nature…it was just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023