Campgrounds
Tillis Hill Recreation Area
Citrus County, FL
Tillis Hill Recreation Area, located within the Citrus Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest south of Inverness, serves as a dedicated equestrian and camping destination. The campground provides 37 paved campsites featuring electric hookups at 30 and 50 amp, potable water connections, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills. Amenities include two bathhouses with showers, an RV dump station, a dining hall, and a pavilion with commercial grilling facilities suitable for group gatherings.
The equestrian program includes 36 covered open stalls, with specialized accommodations for stallions and high-spirited horses, and miles of dedicated trail access throughout the forest. Recreational options range from single-day 12-mile routes to extended two-day 24-mile journeys with primitive overnight camping, alongside hiking access to the Citrus loop system and connections to the Florida National Scenic Trail. Pets are welcomed, and reservations run through ReserveAmerica.
Common Questions
What campground amenities are available at Tillis Hill?
The campground includes 37 paved campsites with electric and water hookups, two bathhouses, an RV dump station, a dining hall, and a pavilion with grills.
What equestrian facilities are provided?
Tillis Hill features 36 covered open stalls including specialized stallion accommodations, with direct access to miles of equestrian trails throughout the forest.
What trail options are available?
Visitors can choose 12-mile one-day routes or extended 24-mile two-day journeys with primitive overnight camping, plus hiking access to scenic forest loops.