Title: Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # 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 - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill £34 includes taxes & fees 21 Sept - 22 Sept ## 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 ### 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) ## 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 ### Pets Pets are 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 This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that 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 - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles - Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min drive - 10.5 miles - Chiefland Farmers Flea Market - 20 min drive - 12.1 miles - Manatee Springs State Park - 25 min drive - 16.5 miles - Fanning Springs State Park - 34 min drive - 22.1 miles #### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - Tickled Pink Grillers - ‪Treasure Camp - ‬13 min drive - ‪willis playground - ‬13 min drive - ‪Country Store - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Kilted Grill - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground pet-friendly? > Yes, this campsite allows pets (limit 4 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? > As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground on 21 Sept 2025 start from £33.84, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chiefland-Hotels-Fanning-And-Manatee-Springs-Exclusive-Primitive-Campground.h104373489.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground ? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Fanning and Manatee Springs Exclusive Primitive Campground located? > Situated in Chiefland, this campsite is within 12 miles (20 km) of Suwannee River, Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge and Eddie Buie Park. Chiefland Farmers Flea Market is 10.5 mi (16.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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