Title: Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground Campground in Chiefland with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104380000/104373500/104373489/44525f5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104380000/104373500/104373489/449e2632.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104380000/104373500/104373489/7c6f1c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104380000/104373500/104373489/12311c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104380000/104373500/104373489/ad318a05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled near Fanning Springs and Manatee Springs State Park, Primitive Campground offers a serene escape from modern life. Immerse yourself in the sounds of nature, trade screens for campfires under starlit skies, and create lasting memories surrounded by crystal-clear waters and hidden trails. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground Welcome to our Primitive Campground, Nestled near the enchanting Fanning Springs and the pristine Manatee Springs State Park, our camp is your gateway to breathtaking natural wonders. Escape modern life and immerse yourself in the symphony of rustling leaves. Camp under starlit skies, trade screens for campfires, and create lasting memories surrounded by the beauty of nature. from crystal-clear waters to hidden trails. Book your stay and discover the joy of genuine connection with nature. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 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) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/52900/52826/c5ad8776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Chiefland Chiefland - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 6.2 1,004 reviews CA $102 CA $114 total includes taxes & fees Dec 28 - Dec 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=52826&PinnedHotelID=52826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3774/4b965efb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn near Manatee Springs State Park Chiefland - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.6 Good 862 reviews CA $101 CA $112 total includes taxes & fees Dec 19 - Dec 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=3774&PinnedHotelID=3774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18973500/18973439/119cef57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Suwannee River Retreat Old Town - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 201 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=18973439&PinnedHotelID=18973439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76350000/76341100/76341006/ae2b54b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet Bed & Bath close to Manatee State Park and many other FL entertainments. 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Rustic 1908 Barn nestled on 2.5 acres of old oaks Chiefland - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=105452665&PinnedHotelID=105452665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 4 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 no 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.409508,-82.93433&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:o%7CorDpbeyN%3FQ%3FQ%3FO%40S%3FQ%40Q%40O%40Q%40SBO%40QBQ%40QBQBOBQBQDOBQDODODQDODODQDOFODOFOFOFMFOFMHOFOHMFMHMHOHMHKHMHKJMJKHMJKHKJKJKJKLIJKJIJILKJGLKLGLIJGLGLILGLELGNGLELENGLELCNELENCNCLCNELANCNANCNALANANAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LDNBNBLBNDLDNDLBLFNDLDLFLFLDLFLHLFLFLHLFJJLFJJJHLHJJJHJJJJJJJJJJHLJJHLHJJLHJHLFNHLHLHLFNFNHLFNFLDNFNFNDPFLDPDNDNDPDNBNDPBNBPBPBNBPBP%40PBP%40N%40R%40P%40N%40P%40P%3FR%3FN%40P%3FP%3FPAR%3FN%3FPAPAPAPAPAPAPCPAPCNCPCPCNCPCPENCPENENEPENEPGLEPGNGNELGNGLINGNGLINILILGLILILKLIJILKJILKJKJKHKLKJKHKHMJKHKHMHKHMHMFMHMFMFMFMFMFMFMDODMFMBODMDOBMDOBOBMBOBO%40MBO%40O%40OBO%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMCOAOAOCOAMCOCMCOCOEMCOEMCMEOGMEMEOGMGMGMGMGMGKIMGMIMIKIMIKIKKKIMIKKKMKIIKKKIMKKKMIKIMIMIMIMIMGMIOGMIOGOGMGOGMGOEOGOEOEQEOEQEOEOEQCOEQCQCOCQCQAOCQAQCQAQAQAQAQ%3FQAQ%3FO%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xQzBvfoRR0FiUODR0fZSre9VhSg=) Chiefland, FL #### What's nearby - Eddie Buie Park \- 14 min drive \- 18.7 km - Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge \- 16 min drive \- 16.9 km - Chiefland Farmers Flea Market \- 16 min drive \- 19.4 km - Manatee Springs State Park \- 20 min drive \- 26.6 km - Waccasassa River \- 23 min drive \- 33.8 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tickled Pink Grillers - ‬15 min drive - ‪Treasure Camp - ‬13 min drive - ‪Treasure Camp - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Kilted Grill - ‬15 min drive - ‪Country Store - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? ### What time is check-out at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? ### Where is Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground located? ## Have a question? 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