Ortona South Campground, FL - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Ortona South Campground in Glades County is located 39 min northeast of Lehigh Acres, FL with an elevation of 13 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites. The campground is open all year. 48 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 49 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station. Activities include biking, fishing.

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4.8 out of 5

5 star		82%
4 star		12%
3 star		3%
2 star		1%
1 star		0%

@RobertJ5338880 · Camped on Jul 23, 2025 at Campsite #47

Very quiet; a great place to camp.

@Johnand31C8F4E · Camped on Jul 22, 2025 at Campsite #40

This was our third time staying at South Ortona and every time is fabulous. Theres not a lot to do there but sitting at the river and watching boats and birds is very relaxing. We will be back.

@KimberlyW93778 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #44

We absolutely loved our stay at this Army Corps of Engineers campground! It was everything we hoped for quiet, peaceful, and incredibly clean. The views were stunning; we looked out over beautiful pastures and the river, and it was pure serenity.It was the kind of place where you can just breathe a little deeper and truly relax.We felt safe, the grounds were well maintained, and the whole experience exceeded our expectations.Well most definitely be back again already looking forward to it!

@GloryG239F35EB · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #40

We have been going to Ortona for about 5 years now and its like our second home. We love it so much. Its so peaceful. The sunsets are so stunning. The Ranger and Joyce are so so nice and so helpful. One of the things we miss the most is the fishing pier. We are hoping it gets repaired soon. Its taking a lot longer than we thought. The recommendations that we have are that the bathrooms are in desperate need of remodeling and the smell in the water be taken care of. The water would never have an egg smell until the last couple of times we have gone. All in all this is still our favorite campground. Anyone looking for activities or restaurants to go in the area here are a couple of recommendations. Blueberry Bunch Farm you can pick your own fresh blueberries, 7 Mares is a good Mexican restaurant, Labelle Brewery, Dollar General Market has everything you need, Pelican Snowballs has so many flavored snow cones and Two Peas has fresh baked pies.

@JohnS6889697 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #25

Great views and lots of bunny rabbits!

@JanetD9735856 · Camped on Jun 15, 2025 at Campsite #21

Very nice place to camp.

@RobertG6814422 · Camped on Jun 8, 2025 at Campsite #4

It was my second time, I bet the reason why is self evident. I will return in the fall. The hosts are very helpful.

@CorrineSAAC36B · Camped on Jun 7, 2025 at Campsite #27

Always clean, peaceful; love to be by the water and watch the boats go through the locks.

@maryw3172749 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #20

I love going to Ortona south. There is always a wonderful group Of volunteers Campsite Host. I love the Peace and quiet up the area.

@CarolD2559712 · Camped on Jun 3, 2025 at Campsite #28

We had a lovely time at this excellent site! Beautifully maintained grassy site right on the river, very clean, peaceful with friendly and helpful host couple also staying on site. Nice flat concrete stands with picnic tables. So interesting to watch the boats going through the massive lock, the Corps of Engineers do an amazing job of managing this powerful waterway. So quiet and peaceful, we saw lots of rabbits and different birds, two gorgeous otters, a manatee going through the lock, and lots of fish, although the site fishing pier is currently closed. However, just across the river footbridge is a nice fishing platform, very popular. This is a super site for dogs, and our Havanese Beau loved it. Several other well behaved dogs on site with their owners and of course on leashes. Owners clearly picking up well after their dogs. Some nice trees on site although most sites in the sun. The site is surrounded by farmland or preserves and isolated so seems very safe and quiet. Nice clean toilet and shower blocks, and the RV hookups are well maintained and easy to use. This is traditional RV-ing at its best, grills and fire rings available as well as a covered area for gathering or family BBQ's. The river side of the site runs down to the fast-flowing water, so caution needed for young children. No play park for children, but lots of grassy space to run around. La Belle is about 10 miles away for shops and dining. This is the perfect spot for a quiet, restful stay. Enjoy!

@ThomasW1659833 · Camped on May 19, 2025 at Campsite #30

Friendly staff, beautiful views, quiet nd safe

@EdwardB6540A0A · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #24

Love this campground! Very clean and peaceful.

@KingmanW599336 · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #32

Quiet and peaceful

@WilliamB132333 · Camped on Apr 24, 2025 at Campsite #22

Very nice campground good fishing and clean Faciilites would stay there again

@KathyO9167890 · Camped on Apr 14, 2025 at Campsite #17

We love to camp at Ortona! It is soo peaceful!

@ChrisL4253532 · Camped on Apr 14, 2025 at Campsite #26

This is my favorite Corp of Engineer campground to date. The many sites along the canal are well spaced, level and most all with a view of the boat traffic on the canal. The bathrooms are clean and well kept. Most of all I appreciate the camp host. She made sure that we were happy with our site selection and assisted when a change need to be made. She gets 5 stars for customer service.

@RandallP667683 · Camped on Apr 14, 2025 at Campsite #27

we come to Ortona Locks twice a year with our friends, very clean, friendly and relaxing.

@TerryK1995544 · Camped on Apr 12, 2025 at Campsite #30

It is a well kept quiet park, bathroom need alittle TLC. Flushing issues. Could have been cleaned better too. I chose to use my own shower and toilet for 2 weeks since no sewer. It was do able for the price!!

@DavidC2858387 · Camped on Apr 11, 2025 at Campsite #8

Great little campground. All roads are paved and sites are level concrete pads, most are back in, which is easy to accomplish. Half are on the water side. Both sides can easily see the water. The area outside the RV door is level gravel with a sturdy picnic table covered by a metal roof. All areas have grass and the landscaping is well cared for. It was so interesting to walk to the lock and across it and watch the operation. the restrooms were clean, though ours at the east end didn't have a means to dry your hands and it was shut down mid-stay due to plumbing issues. Only observation for improvement would be MORE TREES. Some sites are well shaded, but most are not.

@Kathleen337997 · Camped on Apr 6, 2025 at Campsite #37

Clean, quiet and a lovely spot on the water. Thoroughly enjoyed COE! Thank you!

@LouanneO8E8B88 · Camped on Apr 4, 2025 at Campsite #37

Nice little campground. Quiet and peaceful. Only downside was that we could not fish due to the dock being closed until repaired.We will camp here again in the future

@SueG6BB664B011 · Camped on Mar 31, 2025 at Campsite #35

One of the best kept COE sites we have visited. Clean and comfortable.

@SHERYLR49F35A6 · Camped on Mar 31, 2025 at Campsite #4

A peaceful setting and great hosts. Love this place.

@JuneM5167D7C17 · Camped on Mar 27, 2025 at Campsite #7

Cement Pad, found out after the fact could have gone to smaller site letting back of MH hang over the pad as long as jacks are on the pad.

@LuisRC0DFA1F4A · Camped on Mar 24, 2025 at Campsite #50

1st, when we arrived we were greeted at the entrance and were provided a pleasant welcome to include guidance and approaching our site and instructions for after hours campgrounds access.

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