Hawthorne is a small town located in north-central Florida. This town is located about 15 miles east of Gainesville. Several lakes are within minutes from this community. It is considered a sportman's paradise, with several locations for hunting and fishing. Campgrounds in this area offer a range of options and cater specifically to the sportsman.
Ranch Motel & Camping Park is a combination motel and campground. The motel features 12 basic rooms, some having kitchenettes. Twelve tent sites are available with water and electricity. Thirty-six RV sites have full hookups. An on-site boat ramp is available for canoes or sailboats. Leashed pets are welcome but must stay in specific areas.
Ranch Motel & Camping Park
8010 U.S. 301
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-3851
Twin Lakes Fish Camp is located on Cross Creek and surrounded by two hunting management areas. Full hookup and primitive campsites or fully furnished cabin rentals with satellite TV are available at Twin Lakes. This campground offers a tackle shop, recreation room, fire pit, laundry room, barbecue area, horseshoe pits and restrooms with showers. Canoe and pontoon boat rentals available. Air boat tours can be scheduled for guests.
Twin Lakes Fish Camp
17105 S. County Road 325
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 466-3194
twinlakesfishcamp.com
Lochloosa Harbor is located on a marina on Lochloosa Lake. This lake is known for its fishing and its abundance of crappie, bass, brim and shellcracker. Wildlife watching is another popular activity on this lake, with eagles, osprey and gators seen in this area. Campsite options include cabins with full kitchens, tent sites with water and electricity and RV sites with full hookups. Lochloosa also offers laundry facilities, a bath house and convenience store.
Lochloosa Harbor
15008 SE US Highway 301
Hawthorne, FL 32640-7713
(352) 481-2114
lochloosaharbor.com
