Florida RV Parks — Our Top 5 Favorites After 20+ Years in the Sunshine State
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We have lived in Central Florida for more than 20 years, and we have been full-time RV travelers since 2018. Between those two things, we have spent more nights in Florida RV parks than we can count.
Some of those parks were incredible. Others were places we would never go back to. And a few of them have become spots we return to again and again, year after year.
This list is not a ranking based on online reviews or ratings. These are our personal top 5 Florida RV parks — the ones we have stayed at, loved, and recommend to friends. We picked them because each one offers something completely different, and together they cover the best of what Florida has to offer RV travelers.
Whether you are looking for white sand Gulf Coast beaches, Florida Keys adventures, historic towns, or a base camp near Miami, our list of the best Florida RV parks has you covered.
In This Florida RV Parks Guide
- 1. Camping on the Gulf — Destin (Panhandle)
- 2. Grayton Beach State Park — South Walton
- 3. Bahia Honda State Park — Florida Keys
- 4. Anastasia State Park — St. Augustine
- 5. Miami Everglades RV Resort — South Miami
- Campground Essentials — What We Bring Every Trip
- Tips for Booking Florida RV Parks
- Plan Your Florida RV Parks Road Trip
1. Camping on the Gulf — Destin, Florida
Region: Gulf Coast / Panhandle
Hookups: Water & Electric (no sewer at sites — pump-out service available)
Website: campingonthegulf.com
This has got to be one of the very best Florida RV parks we have ever stayed at. Period.
Located on the panhandle near Destin, Camping on the Gulf (formerly Camp Gulf) sits directly on the white sugar sand of the Emerald Coast. Some RV sites back right up to the beach — and we mean your front window is looking at nothing except the Gulf of Mexico.
The park offers water and electric hookups, but no sewer connections at the sites. That sounds like a problem, but it is not. The staff comes around with a portable pump-out truck when your tanks get full. You do not have to move or do anything — they handle it for a small fee.
There are two swimming pools on the property, plus cabin rentals if you are traveling with friends or family who do not have an RV. The Beach House cabin has 2 master suites and a bunk room with 6 bunk beds, full A/C, and cable TV. It is essentially a vacation rental inside an RV park.
The location is perfect. You are outside the city of Destin, away from the traffic and crowds, but still within walking distance along the beach to great restaurants and shops. The Destin Harbor Boardwalk and Henderson Beach State Park are both a short drive away.
Pro tip: Book the beachfront row if your budget allows. The upper park sites are more affordable and still a short walk to the sand, but nothing beats waking up to the sound of the Gulf right outside your window.
⚠️ Pet owners: Pets are allowed at most sites but are prohibited on the beach per local law. There are Dogipot stations around the property for cleanup.
2. Grayton Beach State Park — Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Region: Gulf Coast / South Walton
Hookups: Full hookups (premium sites) / Water & Electric (tent sites)
Website: floridastateparks.org/graytonbeach
If you want a more natural, less resort-style Florida beach camping experience, Grayton Beach State Park is it.
This state park sits on some of the whitest sand you will ever see — we are talking powder-white, squeaky sand that looks like it belongs in the Caribbean. The campground has a good mix of RV sites, tent sites, and even a few teepees if you are feeling adventurous.
The premium RV sites include full hookups on cement or gravel pads. Tent sites have water and electric. Every site comes with a fire ring, so you can have a campfire — something a lot of beach campgrounds do not allow.
The beach is about a 10-minute walk from the campground through the dunes. And because this is a state park, the crowds are nothing compared to resort beaches. It is peaceful, uncrowded, and genuinely beautiful.
Here is the bonus: the town of Seaside is right around the corner. If that name sounds familiar, it is because Seaside was the filming location for The Truman Show. It is a quaint little planned community with an area where travel trailer trailers have been converted into food trucks. You can walk from food truck to food truck getting tacos, barbecue, ice cream, and whatever else sounds good. It is really neat and definitely worth checking out.
Pro tip: State park sites fill up fast during spring and summer. Book as early as possible — Florida state parks allow reservations up to 11 months in advance through floridastateparks.org.
3. Bahia Honda State Park — Big Pine Key, Florida
Region: Florida Keys (Mile Marker 37)
Hookups: Electricity & Water (Buttonwood sites) / Some full hookup
Website: floridastateparks.org/BahiaHonda
If you are going to drive your RV all the way down to the Florida Keys, Bahia Honda State Park is a must-stop. We would even go as far as saying it is the reason to make the drive.
This park sits on the south end of the Seven Mile Bridge and has one of the only beaches in the Keys with actual sand — not rock and coral, but real sandy beach where you can wade in and swim. The water is that unreal turquoise color you see in travel magazines, except you are standing in it.
There are 72 campsites ranging from tent-only to full hookup. The Buttonwood Campground (sites 1–48) can accommodate larger RVs and includes gravel pads with electricity and water. There is a dump station on-site. The park also has three duplex cabins on stilts overlooking the bay if you want to upgrade for a night or two.
Kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals are available at the park, and you can book snorkeling trips out to Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary — some of the best reef snorkeling in the continental United States. If you prefer calmer water, try paddling through the mangrove trails at nearby John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo.
Marathon is close by, so you have grocery stores, fuel, and restaurants within easy reach.
⚠️ CRITICAL RV HEIGHT WARNING: The Bayside Campground requires driving under the new Bahia Honda Bridge, which has a clearance of only 6 feet 8 inches. If your RV is taller than that — and most travel trailers and motorhomes are — you cannot access the Bayside sites. Stick to Buttonwood Campground and measure your rig before you go.
Pro tip: Bahia Honda is one of the most popular state parks in Florida. Sites often sell out months in advance, especially during winter. Set a calendar reminder and book the moment reservations open at the 11-month window.
4. Anastasia State Park — St. Augustine, Florida
Region: Northeast Florida / First Coast
Hookups: Full hookups (select sites) / Water & Electric
Website: floridastateparks.org/anastasia
If you are on the northeast side of the state, Anastasia State Park gives you the best of both worlds — and it is one of those Florida RV parks that earns a spot on every list. You get beautiful natural beaches during the day and one of America’s oldest cities a short drive away at night.
The campground is tucked into a coastal hammock with 139 sites, some with full hookups. The sites are shaded, spacious, and feel much more private than what you get at most RV resorts. The park itself offers kayaking, saltwater fishing, swimming, hiking trails, and some of the best bird-watching on the Atlantic coast.
But the real bonus here is the location. Downtown St. Augustine — the oldest city in the United States, founded in 1565 — is a quick drive across the Bridge of Lions. You can spend an entire day exploring the Castillo de San Marcos, the Colonial Quarter, St. George Street with all its shops and restaurants, and the Lightner Museum.
The park is also right next to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, so if a show is happening while you are there, you can walk over from your campsite. We have seen some great concerts without ever leaving the park property.
Pro tip: The beach at Anastasia has a separate entrance with vehicle access. You can drive right onto the hard-packed sand and set up chairs and an umbrella for the day. Not many beaches in Florida allow that anymore.
5. Miami Everglades RV Resort — Miami, Florida
Region: South Florida
Hookups: Full hookups (30/50 amp)
Website: rvonthego.com — Miami Everglades
If you are headed to South Florida, Miami Everglades RV Resort is a solid home base. It has everything you would expect from a full-service RV resort, plus it puts you within striking distance of both Miami and the Florida Keys.
The resort sits on 34 acres surrounded by avocado and mango trees and tropical nurseries. All sites have full hookups with 30 and 50 amp electric, which is important because you will need your A/C running in Miami heat.
Amenities include a heated swimming pool, hot tub, playground, dog park, shuffleboard, pickleball courts, basketball courts, and a mini golf course. There is a camp store in the front office for anything you forgot or need to pick up.
Everglades National Park is less than 10 miles away. Key Largo is about 30 miles south. And Miami itself — South Beach, the Art Deco District, Coral Gables, Little Havana — is a 30-minute drive north. You can spend a week here and still not run out of things to do.
The resort is pet-friendly with walking trails and a dedicated dog park, which was a nice touch.
Pro tip: Miami Everglades is an Encore/Thousand Trails property. If you have a Thousand Trails membership, you may be able to book here at reduced rates or as part of your membership network. Worth checking if you plan to stay for an extended period.
Campground Essentials — What We Bring to Every Florida RV Park
No matter which Florida RV parks we are heading to, certain things go with us every single time. After years of forgetting something important (and learning the hard way), we have a standard setup that covers the basics.
Hookup Gear
25ft RV Drinking Water Hose (Camco TastePURE)
Not all campground water tastes great. A dedicated drinking water hose keeps things clean and BPA-free from the spigot to your RV.
We connect this between the spigot and our hose at every park. It filters out chlorine, sediment, and bad tastes. Takes about 30 seconds to install.
You need a reliable sewer hose. Period. We carry both a 15ft and a 10ft so we can handle any distance from the site connection to the dump.
This little connector makes a secure seal at the dump station inlet. No wiggling, no leaking, no mess.
Power & Protection
Southwire Surge Guard — 30A | 50A Version
Non-negotiable. Campground electrical pedestals can have faulty wiring that will damage your RV electronics. The Surge Guard tests the power before it reaches your rig and cuts off automatically if something is wrong. We plug this in before anything else.
Setup & Leveling
Most RV sites are not perfectly level. Stack these under your wheels until everything is flat. Your fridge will thank you — RV refrigerators do not work properly when tilted.
Once you are level, these keep you from rolling. Simple, cheap, essential.
Comfort & Outdoor Living
GCI Freestyle Rocker Folding Chair
This is our go-to campsite chair. It rocks, it folds flat, and it is comfortable enough to sit in for hours. We have two — one for each of us.
Thermacell Radius Mosquito Repeller
Florida and mosquitoes go together like peanut butter and… well, nothing good. The Thermacell creates a 15-foot zone of protection around your campsite. No sprays, no coils, no DEET. We do not sit outside without it.
Guides & Planning
Good Sam Campground & Coupon Guide
We still carry a physical copy alongside our apps. The Good Sam guide includes discount information and ratings for thousands of parks across the country. Helpful for planning stops when you do not have cell service.
Florida has three national parks (Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas) plus dozens of national monuments, seashores, and preserves. This guide covers them all with maps and campground details.
Camping Journal & RV Travel Logbook
We designed this one ourselves. It gives you space to record each stop — campground name, site number, hookups, notes on what you liked or did not like. After a year of traveling, you will have a complete record of every park you visited. Beats trying to remember which campsite had the best sunset view.
For our complete list of everything we pack, check out our full guide:
RV Camping Checklist — The Complete Packing Guide →
Tips for Booking Florida RV Parks
Florida is one of the most popular RV destinations in the country, and Florida RV parks fill up fast — especially between November and April when snowbirds head south. Here are a few things we have learned about booking:
Book early for state parks. Florida state parks allow reservations up to 11 months in advance. Popular parks like Bahia Honda, Anastasia, and Grayton Beach can sell out within days of the reservation window opening. Set a reminder on your phone for exactly 11 months before your planned arrival date.
Check your rig dimensions before you go. Some parks have height restrictions (like the 6’8″ bridge at Bahia Honda), length limits, or tight turns that can be difficult for larger RVs. Call ahead and ask — do not assume you will fit based on photos alone.
Understand the hookup situation. Full hookup (water, electric, sewer) is not universal. Many state parks only offer water and electric. Some — like the beachfront sites at Camping on the Gulf — do not have sewer at all. Know what your RV needs before you book.
Consider the season. Summer in Florida is hot, humid, and buggy — especially South Florida. Spring (March–May) and fall (October–November) tend to offer the best combination of comfortable weather and availability. Winter is peak season with the best weather but highest prices and lowest availability.
Use multiple booking platforms. State parks book through floridastateparks.org. Private parks may book through their own sites, RV on the Go, or Thousand Trails. Apps like the ones we list in our camping resources guide can help you find nearby alternatives if your first choice is full.
Plan Your Florida RV Parks Road Trip
Florida has something for every kind of RV traveler — beaches, springs, state parks, national parks, historic towns, and more free camping options than most people realize. Beyond these Florida RV parks, here are some of our other guides to help you plan:
- Tips to Plan a Fun RV Trip — Complete Guide
- Free Camping — Resources for RV Boondocking
- Free Boondocking Near Me — How to Find Spots
- 6 Orlando Photo Spots for Stunning Wildlife Photos
- Boondocking — What Is It and How to Get Started
- The Best RV Newbie Tips
- RV Camping Checklist — The Complete Packing Guide
- Tips to Stay Safe While Boondocking
Happy trails, and if you visit any of these Florida RV parks, send us a message and let us know how it went. We love hearing from fellow travelers.
— Tony & Gina
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