Florida Sand Music Ranch
Florida Sand Music Ranch (formerly Sertoma Youth Ranch) is an 80 acre, wooded camping and event retreat. Experience old Florida camping under a natural hardwood canopy with the modern convenience of hot showers and indoor restroom facilities. Set up your tent in our primitive camping area or bring an RV / travel trailer, etc. and hook up with water and electric service. We are dog friendly and welcome your well-behaved, domestic pets though we require that they be on a leash at all times.
Independent promoters and organizations stage numerous multi-day music festivals at the Ranch each year that you don’t want to miss.
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Wayne BairdThis is a campground, so the "rooms" were provided by the campers. Other than that, this place is fantastic. We wait each year for two festivals. We have tented in the "wilderness" spots several times when there is no live music entertainment, and that's perfectly fine. But we live for the two Blues Fests each year. Sites are mostly level, the accommodations are what you'd expect and the volunteers are wonderful.
Oct 15, 2026 · Google Review
Ashley SchmiedeknechtAttended a wedding here and it was perfect for family to rent campers and stay right outside the venue. The large gazebo can easily fit hundreds of people, the stage was large, and it is a beautiful clean park.
Sep 14, 2026 · Google Review
Kevin ButlerGreat campground and music venue. Music festivals throughout the year. Campsites with full hookup and primitive sites. Showers and bathrooms. All stages covered. Concessions, food trucks and vendors. Check website for more info.
Apr 10, 2026 · Google Review
Lady JFlorida Sand Music Ranch is one of those rare places that still feels genuine. From the moment you pull in, it’s clear this venue is built around community, music, and a love for the outdoors—not overproduction or flash. The setting is open, rustic, and intentionally laid back, which immediately sets the tone for a relaxed, enjoyable experience. The music is the heart of the ranch, and it delivers consistently. Whether it’s country, rock, southern jam bands, or acoustic sets, the sound quality is solid and the atmosphere feels intimate despite the open space. You don’t feel separated from the performers; instead, it feels like everyone—artists and crowd alike—is part of the same shared experience. That’s something many larger venues lose. What really stands out is the crowd and the vibe. People are friendly, respectful, and clearly there for the music, not chaos. There’s room to spread out, dance, bring lawn chairs, or just stand back and enjoy the show your own way. It’s welcoming to couples, groups, and even families during appropriate events. The staff and organizers deserve credit as well. Events feel organized without being restrictive, and the overall flow—from parking to stage access—works smoothly. Florida Sand Music Ranch succeeds because it knows exactly what it is: a no-frills, authentic music venue where the focus stays on good sound, good people, and a good time. If you appreciate live music in a real, unpolished setting, this place is absolutely worth the visit.
Jan 15, 2026 · Google Review
Janet LowryFlorida Sand Music Ranch is and excellent venue. Had a wonderful time at the Rock and Roll Music Revival this weekend! Follow their site! Something for everyone.
Apr 19, 2026 · Google Review