Lake Manatee State Park Campground Florida
Lake Manatee State Park Overview
Lake Manatee State Park campground is located on the south shore of Lake Manatee and has 60 campsites with water/electric hookups for tents, trailers and RV’s (65 feet maximum). Primitive campsites are also available. None of the campsites are on the waterfront, but most all campsites are all within walking distance to swimming and fishing areas. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring, and grill. Our favorite Lake Manatee State Park campsites are 4, 10, 37 and 42.
Campers can stay for up to 14 nights during high-demand periods. The Park manager may extended the stay up to an additional 14 nights if there is availability.
The campground has flush toilets, hot showers ($) and drinking water. There is also a dump station and recycling center. Firewood is also available from the campground host.
Area Recreation & Activities
The Park offers a variety of outdoor recreation including excellent freshwater fishing, boating (motors must be less than 20 horsepower), canoeing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, biking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
Little Manatee River State Park is another option. It’s has 34 campsites and is located about 22 miles to the north, off Highway 301.
Make a Reservation for Lake Manatee State Park
Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Beach Shower House
- Boat Launch/Ramp
- Boat Ramp
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Dock
- Drinking Water
- Dump Station
- Electrical Hookup
- Equestrian trail
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
- Grills
- Group Pavilion
- Pay Phone
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Recycling Center
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets)
- RV Hookups
- Showers
Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Boating (non motorized)
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Interpretive Programs
- Kayaking
- Lake
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Sailing
- Stargazing
- Swimming
- Walking Trails
- Water Sports
- Wildlife Viewing
Bradenton, Florida 34212
941 741-3028
Lat / Long:
Upgrade to Campsite PRO Membership
Get 20% off availability alerts, entry to prize drawings, and enjoy an ad free experience!
Lake Manatee State Park Availability Alerts
Lake Manatee State Park sold out? Get an alert when a campsite becomes available at Lake Manatee State Park!
Create Campsite Availability AlertBest Campsites
Become a Pro Member to See a List of Best CampsitesRegions
Campsite Types
- ADA
- Primitive
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
# of Campsites:
60
# of RV Hookup Campsites:
60 w/ Water & Electric
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
30
Lake Manatee State Park Comments & Reviews
Visited Lake Manatee State Park Campground lately? We'd love to hear about your adventure. Did you find us useful? Did we forget something? Anything our community should know before heading out to Lake Manatee State Park?
campsitephotos.com
harvesthosts.com
How long can you stay in months
Hi Marcia,
At Lake Manatee State Park – campers can stay for up to 14 nights during high-demand periods. The Park manager may extended the stay up to an additional 14 nights if there is availability. So the maximum consecutive number of nights you can stay is 28.
Do any of the sites have lake access? Have a small tin boat would like to keep on the shoreline close to our campsite.
Hi Sheilagh,
None of the campsites at Lake Manatee State Park are on the waterfront, but most all campsites are all within walking distance to swimming and fishing areas. Campsites 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 are closest to the lake and boat ramp (about 1/4 mile).
I have a res. for 071 (HICK) campsite. I can not locate that site on the map that’s on your web site. Is there somewhere else I can look?
HI Betty,
Lake Manatee State Park campground has 60 campsites and I’m not familiar with a site #071 (HICK).
Good park for family camping with kids. Two trails are likely impassible to kids. Both start at the ranger station. The short loop has about 800 feet of sugar sand. The other loop to the equestrian center requires some gyrations and gymnastics because of the disrepair of the second wooden bridge. You have to go outside the barbed wire fence for part of the tide. I’m guessing the rotted wood on the second bridge has been there for years. If you make it to the equestrian side riding on the highway, there is no water fountain. However, the buildings in the restricted area have an outdoor sink with water. I’ll post photos as soon as I figure out how.