With electric hookups available at drive-in sites, Big Flats Campground operates within Myakka River State Park under Florida state management. Site 10 provides secluded positioning away from main traffic areas. Campers report frequent deer sightings along campground roads, particularly during morning and evening hours when wildlife activity peaks.
The campground allows campfires and maintains well-kept grounds despite recent hurricane damage from Ian, with most uprooted trees cleared from sites. Staff assistance helps with reservations and site information. Advanced booking proves essential due to high demand for this location. For different accommodations, Old Prairie Campground — Myakka River State Park offers an alternative within the same state park system.
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Location
Public CampgroundBig Flats Campground — Myakka River State Park is located in Florida
Coordinates
27.261658672854438 N
82.28746718468676 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 12/6/25
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Electric Hookups
- Fires
For Vehicles
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 51 min from North Port, FL
- 1 hr 3 min from Punta Gorda, FL
- 1 hr 17 min from Tampa, FL
- 1 hr 25 min from Cape Coral, FL
