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The 255-acre Kelly Park camping was donated by Dr. Howard A. Kelly in 1927 for use as a public park,
wildlife preserve and bird sanctuary. Located within the park, Rock Springs—a natural freeflowing spring—travels nine miles to the Wekiva River. The spring maintains an average flow
of 26,000 gallons per minute with a constant 68 degree temperature. Enjoy swimming, hiking
and picnicking during your stay.
Kelly Park has 26 RV/tent sites.
Camp sites have a picnic table, fire ring with grill and water access.
All sites have electric access.
The Kelly Park entrance and dump fees are included in the per night camping charge (up
to 6 campers).
Two campsites can be rented per family unit; an individual can register only for one site.
- Kelly Park has 2 Group sites
Camp sites have campfire rings, picnic tables and garbage cans
I went back in 2014 and it was a blast. I'm use to springs and this one was excellent. Such a beautifully kept spring and what a way to relax. I'm glad my buddies took me for a visit. I grew up with springs in Florida, like Fanning, Manatee, Hart, and Gornto Springs, and this was just as amazing and the restaurants near here were great after a cool swim.
I spent my birthday here this year. It was a bit crowded, on a Wednesday, but it was still a pleasant experience. The river was my favorite part, and the most beautiful! It was fun. I image that when the park is less crowded it’s extremely peaceful too. If you’re curious to check out the trails, then I’d recommend visiting on a cooler day, because you’ll get hot, fast! The water was refreshing though.
I was also surprised and happy that the park has a vegan/vegetarian option on their food menu. I got the veggie burger with fries. It was decent for park food.
Overall Kelly Park is a fun, family spot.
This was our first time at Kelly park. It felt like we had entered another planet. The water was so crystal clear. They had areas to have a picnic, swim or just relax. We went during the week and it was extremely quiet as there was not many people there with us. The camping area was also very nice from what we saw. We are definitely planning another trip soon.
This place is just an absolute gem. Whoever complained the water is not "that blue", didn't paddle the Emerald Cut part or went after a storm. Absolutely breathtaking. I went by myself and joined a guided group. It was a very slow pace, paddling upstream and enjoying drifting back with plenty of stops on the way and back to take lots of pictures. Our guide was super friendly and gave fun stories about the area. 100% would come back next time I am in Orlando. They also gave me great tips to visit Kelly Rock spring close by.
