Half Shell RV Park and Marina is a lovely place to spend time relaxing, fishing, site-seeing, or there are also guided fishing trips and equipment rentals readily available in the area. Half Shell offers numerous sites to choose from to make your RV home "long term" or for a long weekend or even a whole summer or winter. We have a boat ramp available for use as well. Located directly on the St. Johns River, only 5 miles south of Palatka, Florida on Highway 17.
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If you are looking for more than just peace and quiet, or a good fishing trip, feel free to venture out on day road trips throughout north and central Florida. Half Shell is conveniently located 5 miles south of Downtown Palatka, just off US Hwy 17. Major tourist destinations like Orlando, Daytona, St. Augustine & Jacksonville are all less than an hours drive.
No smoking inside any campground buildings or dock areas and please do not drop your cigarette butts on the ground, we have buckets provided throughout the park. Drunk and disorderly conduct is not permitted, and absolutely no kegs are allowed in the park. No drinking and no visible alcohol containers or drugs allowed.
Reviews (9)
Roberta Burton
Jan 24, 2022
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I’m rating 5 stars based on the conversation I just had with the sweet lady on the phone. I’m fleeing a domestic situation and she was very understanding and I would love to make it a home for the moment with my kids. I will definitely b calling her closer to the time I leave because she was so sweet and kind an seemed to have cared about me. Based on the call I felt so comfortable explaining my situation and why I was calling so late. Thank u ma’am for respecting me and understanding my concerns and I hope to make ur tv place out home when we get there. I really appreciate u answering my
Kyle J. Dick
Dec 28, 2021
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My husband & I stayed here for 3 days. I'm rating this 5 stars because of how accommodating these wonderful people where. Our first TT ever & we just purchased this rig 35 feet & we where arriving late. The owner stayed up late to help me back it in & hook it up properly. The site we had was pretty good sized. We unfortunately didn't see much of the river as it was blocked by some RVs however its peak winter months & we totally get it. We have talked about staying here again next year when we visit our family. fair price beautiful property. The owner was very polite Thank you so much
Marcia Ely
Oct 31, 2021
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I had made reservations weeks prior to my arrival. On the day of my arrival I was informed that a lot was not available and they were going to put me in an “emergency spot” for 2 days and then move me to another spot.
The RVs are stacked right next to each other. It was poorly managed. It felt very unsafe. This is not a “campground”. It is a place to come to be packed in like cattle. This is not camping!!
The RVs are stacked right next to each other. It was poorly managed. It felt very unsafe. This is not a “campground”. It is a place to come to be packed in like cattle. This is not camping!!
Falko Orlowski
Oct 25, 2021
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I stayed for several month at the Half Shel Resort in Satsuma, while waiting for our house to be finished. Its a nice quite place with a marina, so very convenient if you not only have an RV, but also a boat. They have very nice spots and its quite. I recommend this RV resort and will stay there again. Sandy and Tony who run this place are very helpful and the prices are fair.
Robert Watson
Oct 23, 2021
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Jenifer Bowman
Jul 24, 2021
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This place is a hidden gem. This park is gorgeous. I love being able to do so much right here. You can go fishing, cook out, lounge on the Marina and watch some absolutely amazing sunsets. I love staying here. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. I will definitely be staying here for a while!
Pamela Kerr
Jul 14, 2021
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Although I did not have any runs in with the owners like the full timers have. Beautiful sunsets no doubt about it but something needs to be done about the smell of the water. I have had well water at my home and has never smelt like that. The washroom needs to be updated, there is no pool, no dog park. Oh and if you have a dog it's an extra 60.00 a month. I don't understand the theory of that. All I am going g to say is it far from a resort.
Abby James
May 02, 2021
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Rex Lynde
Dec 28, 2019
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I have lived here since May. Sandy and Tony have been very attentive and great hosts to me. The day before I moved into the park a Semi truck ran over my phone ( my neglect!, Nuff said 🤪). It cost me $$$$$ to replace. Sandy was very understanding and nice enough to work with me on the first months rent Thanks again Sandy😘). Tony Literally works All day Every day to improve the park, Thanks Tony🌪💪!
The other guests here have been great and soooo accepting. Its a pretty quite park for the most part, once in a while someone is having fun or getting together playing corn hole and whatnot
The other guests here have been great and soooo accepting. Its a pretty quite park for the most part, once in a while someone is having fun or getting together playing corn hole and whatnot