If you have ever driven from the east coast to the west coast of Florida, you may have noticed a little pocket of pristine scenery — right in the middle of Central Florida’s flatlands. Ocala, Florida is green and luxurious. Noticeably, attention to detail doesn’t miss a beat here. These expansive green fields and pastures show themselves to be exquisitely manicured. As you drive through Ocala, herds of pedigree horses pepper the grounds, their long tails lazily swatting at flies. Their shiny coats groomed from head to tail, not a hair is left out of place. These properties receive a treatment that befits the equestrian center of the world. This is a different part of Florida from the sun-soaked beaches with their saltwater air and bustling crowds. And for the RVer, there’s no better place to take in the difference than at Champions Run RV Resort.
Champion’s Run RV Resort in Florida is a luxury destination for many RVers and horse lovers alike. In alignment with rest of Ocala’s aesthetic motif, Champion’s Run puts comfort, accouterment, and resort style amenities in the forefront of its intention.
Why Stay at Champions Run RV Resort
As Central Florida’s newest luxury RV resort, Champion’s Run is setting the bar high in the luxury RV division. It boasts resort style amenities, a convenient location to the World Equestrian Center, and clean, spacious and tidy RV sites amidst central Florida’s elegant grounds.
Florida is well known as a warm and comfortable destination for snowbirds to fly south for the winter. As such, Champions Run RV Resort is a popular destination for RVers looking for that Florida sun during winter’s chill. The resort-style amenities at Champion’s Run make it an attractive destination for full-time or seasonal RVers alike. looking for a warm climate during the winter months. The pet exercise areas, resort swimming pool, and sports arenas all make this a sustainable place to stay for a while.
Things to Know About the Park
- A Great Clubhouse. A 12,000 square foot facility features a ballroom with a high tech stage. The club house also has a fitness center, multiple activity areas, bathrooms, showers, and laundry facilities.
- Lots of Sports Courts. Sports activities and courts available here include pickle ball, bocce ball, and shuffleboard.
- Tiki Bar by the Pool. A full service tiki bar is open next to the pool offering a variety of fun loving beverages. Speaking of which, the swimming pool is resort-style swimming pool. It comes equipped with umbrellas and pool chairs for relaxation.
- A Place for Pets. This RV park is pet friendly! It provides designated pet exercise areas to accommodate your energetic furry traveling companions.
Tips and Advice
- Plan for Sun. Like so many RV parks in Florida, Champion’s Run RV Resort sites do not offer any shade. You will want to take this into consideration if you plan to visit during the summer months. The Florida sun is an unforgiving and brutal force of nature, especially when it radiates down on concrete and asphalt. If you have dogs, watch their paws if they step on the asphalt under a summer sun.
- No Stables Onsite. While the location to the World Equestrian Center is very convenient, there are no equestrian amenities or stables on the grounds itself.
- A Charge Outside the Rate. Electricity fees for long-term stays are not included in the monthly rate.
Booking a Site at Champions Run RV Resort
Whether you’re looking to book your stay at Champions Run RV Resort for season or a shorter stay, you can reserve your spot on their website or by calling the front desk (352-322-2992). Prices per site can run as low as $35 a night but typically go up from there.
For snowbirds considering long-term RV site rental, Champion’s Run RV Resort offers RV sites for both short- and long-term use. Weekly rates will come with a 10 percent discount. Prices for monthly stays for deluxe sites can depend on seasonality. For spring through summer (April through September 2025), the rate is $600 per month. From fall through winter (October 2025 through March 2026), the rate goes up to $1,500 per month.
Soaking Up the Best of Ocala
An Equestrian Heaven
Ocala, otherwise known as, the “Horse Capital of the World,” offers numerous disciplines within the equine industry. And even if you aren’t interested in partaking in these events, witnessing them can be just as grand. Dressage competitions, hunter/jumper shows, and the Ocala Annual Arabian Horse Show (held in April) will all take your breath away.
The World Equestrian Center sits on 2,000 acres of Florida’s horse country. It is the largest equestrian complex in the country. The facilities feature state of the art arenas, both indoor and outdoor. The emphasis here is on quality, class, and excellence. For any equine aficionado, it is a veritable Mecca.
Breathtaking Scenery
Situated in the middle of Central Florida, Champion’ Run RV Resort is surrounded by lush forests and lakes. But the land around the resort is only the beginning. Ocala itslef features more than 600 lakes and rivers where visitors can swim, fish, snorkel, and kayak.
Silver Springs State Park is a mere 10 miles from Champion’s Run RV Resort, and it is a world famous destination. Crystal clear water runs through the park. Glass-bottom kayak tours are quite popular, and during the winter months, you may see manatees. (Just make sure you follow these rules to respect aquatic wildlife.) I can tell you from experience, a manatee encounter is one of the most magical animal encounters. Snorkeling is another popular activity here, although it is prohibited in some areas of the park. There are several hiking trails where you can view a diverse range of wildlife including birds, otters, turtles, fish and even … wait for it … monkeys?
The Ocala National Forest is only 20 miles from Champions Run RV Resort. Biking, hiking and horse back riding trails are rampant here. Water birds abound under the lush canopy of pine forests, cypress and magnolia trees. The visitors center at the park offers a wide variety of learning activities, historical information, and maps of numerous trail heads
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