Fluffy Cow Farms in Melrose, FL offers tent camping on a beautiful 20-acre farm that is home to more than 100 animals. Sites are $50 to $75 per night depending on demand, with power and water available for an additional $25. A restroom with sinks and hot water is open 24/7, and visiting the animals is free when you book a stay.
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There’s something special about stepping off the beaten path and into the heart of nature. At Fluffy Cow Farms in Melrose, FL, you’ll experience tent camping like never before—surrounded by over 100 rescued animals and the peaceful beauty of our sanctuary.
Tent Camping Details:
$50–$75 per night, depending on the date
No showers available (you’re welcome to bring a portable shower)
24/7 restroom access with sinks and hot water
$25 additional for power and water
Camping here isn’t just about pitching a tent—it’s about immersing yourself in a one-of-a-kind experience!
Explore & Enjoy:
- Interact with our friendly rescued animals
- Feed the fish and turtles
- Wander through 20+ acres of breathtaking wetlands and towering oaks
- Access all sanctuary events during your stay
- Nearby attractions include Jacksonville, Gainesville, High Springs, and historic St. Augustine
For an unforgettable memory, schedule a cow cuddle experience—it’s the ultimate way to connect with kindness!
Leave the city behind, set up your tent, and enjoy a peaceful getaway in nature. Reserve your camping spot today!
Camp Somewhere New and Unique
Going off the beaten path is part of the joy of tent camping. If you are looking for somewhere new and unique to set up camp, our tent campground sits right on our beautiful farm.
Not a Typical Campground
Tent camping at Fluffy Cow Farms is not like staying at a typical park. You are camping alongside friendly farm animals, butterfly gardens, a pond, and a gorgeous old oak forest.
Convenience and Safety
The campground offers the convenience and safety of paved road access, so getting in and out is easy.
Extended Cow Cuddling Session
The extended session includes approximately 25 minutes with the main herd and 20 minutes with Jett. It is the best choice for guests who want the most time with all of our cows.
Kind Choices Every Day
Our goal is for every guest to leave inspired to make kind choices for animals, the environment, and their own health.
Pond-View Sites
We have several spots to choose from, including two that overlook the pond. Ask for a pond-view site when you book.
Tent Camping Rates and Add-Ons
Our pricing is simple and affordable.
Nightly Rates
Tent camping is $50 to $75 per night depending on demand. Book early to secure your preferred dates.
Power and Water
If you need power and water at your site, it is available for an additional $25.
Campground Facilities
We keep facilities clean and accessible so you can focus on enjoying the farm.
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Restroom Open 24/7
A restroom with sinks and hot water is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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No Showers for Tent Stays
Showers are not available for tent campers. You are welcome to bring a portable shower if you like.
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Glamping Option
If you would rather sleep in comfort, our luxury covered wagons offer central heat and air and a full bathroom, including a wagon for two and a family suite for up to four guests.
Things to Do on the Farm
There are tons of fun things to do right here on the farm during your camping trip.
Meet the Animals
Interact with our amazing animals, rub pig bellies, talk turkey with the gobblers, and feed the fish and turtles. Visiting the animals outside the cows' area is free when you book a stay.
Explore 20 Acres
You will get to explore more than 20 acres of wetlands and a gorgeous old oak forest, with access to our events and animals.
Add an Experience
Book a cow cuddle with Jett, our fluffy Highland cow, or a two-hour BYOB picnic in one of our pavilions.
Parties and Get-Togethers
Celebrate a birthday, shower, bachelorette party, or get-together with the happy animals. Enjoy your cake or meal in our fenced and screened pavilion, and ask about decorations and favors at an additional cost.
Carley the Cat
"I was found as a little kitten, lost as could be. Now I have fun all day, eating lots of delicious food and treats. When I'm not eating, I like to follow people around. You may not see me when you visit, but rest assured, I'm watching you!"
Explore Nearby North Florida
The farm is located near Jacksonville, Gainesville, High Springs, and St. Augustine, so you will have plenty of fun things to do nearby.
A Great Base Camp
Spend your days exploring North Florida, then come back to a peaceful campsite surrounded by nature and friendly animals.
Farm Experiences Rain or Shine
If you add a farm experience to your trip and the weather turns bad, that experience is refundable, or you can reschedule it for another day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tent Camping in Melrose, FL
How much does tent camping cost?
Tent camping costs $50 to $75 per night depending on demand. Power and water are available for an additional $25.
Are showers available?
No, showers are not available for tent stays. You are welcome to bring a portable shower.
Is there a restroom?
Yes, a restroom with sinks and hot water is available 24/7.
Can I get power and water at my tent site?
Yes, power and water are available for an additional $25.
Can tent campers visit the animals?
Yes, visiting the animals outside the cows' area is free when you book a stay. Cow cuddles can be booked separately.
Is the campground easy to reach?
Yes, the campground has paved road access. It is located in Melrose, FL.
What is there to do while camping?
You can interact with the animals, feed the fish and turtles, and explore more than 20 acres of wetlands and old oak forest.
Do you offer glamping?
Yes, our luxury covered wagons offer glamping with central heat and air and a full bathroom.
What cities are near the campground?
The farm is near Jacksonville, Gainesville, High Springs, and St. Augustine.
Can I bring a portable shower?
Yes, you are welcome to bring a portable shower, since showers are not available for tent stays. The restroom with sinks and hot water is open 24/7.
How is this different from a regular campground?
You camp on a farm that is home to more than 100 animals, with access to our animals, gardens, and forest. It is a unique, peaceful alternative to a typical park.
Bring Your RV!
Bring your RV and enjoy staying with the animals in their magnificent home with beautiful landscaping and views. Stay a night, a week, a month or for the winter! We love snowbirds & you'll love it here in such a beautiful, tranquil and private space. We can't wait to meet you!
Discounts for Weekly or Monthly.
- 50AMP Power Service
- Softened, filtered water hook-up
- Black water can be dumped using a tote for an additional $35
NO CHECKINS after 10PM, you'll need to boondock in the field or along the fences outside of our entrance until the following day if you arrive after 10PM without express approval.
PLEASE DO NOT TURN ONTO HOPE LANE, no matter what your GPS says, it is a deadend dirt road on private property, turning around will be a nightmare. Our driveway is just south of Hope Lane.
RV stays can be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather.