Along the north bank of the Caloosahatchee River in Alva, this Lee County-managed campground operates as a walk-in facility, meaning all gear travels by cart from the parking area to the sites. No vehicles reach the campsites directly. That access model keeps the grounds notably quiet, as multiple reviewers confirm, and it also means no RVs occupy the camping area despite water hookups being listed for the park. Sites are well-shaded and generously sized, each equipped with a fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. Carts are available near the check-in office and reviewers consistently note they make the carry-in manageable.
The campground sits within Caloosahatchee Regional Park, which includes miles of trails along the river corridor and mountain bike routes that reviewers call some of the better options in South Florida. Fishing is accessible on-site, and Telegraph Creek, roughly three miles out, draws anglers with kayaks. A playground makes the grounds functional for families. Restrooms stay clean according to multiple visitors, showers are available on-site, and WiFi has been noted as functional, though the trail network is the bigger draw.
Nightly rates run $15 to $40, reservations are available, and the campground operates year-round. No pets are permitted. The town of Alva sits less than a mile away for resupply. Paul W. sums up the activity mix as "biking, fishing, hiking and camping, nothing better." Campers wanting full hookups and drive-to sites can look at Olde Florida Motorcoach & RV Resort to the east as an alternative.
Description
-Parking Fee is $1 per hour or $5 per day
-Dogs are not permitted at this park.
-Alcohol, gasoline powered generators and electric bicycles are not allowed in the park per County Ordinance 18-12 (as amended)
-Collection of plants, animals, shells or other natural and cultural resources is not allowed.
-Helmets are strongly encourage for all mountain bikers and are required by state law for anyone under the age of 16.
-Volunteer Opportunities are available
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCaloosahatchee Regional Park is located in Florida near Alva
Address
18500 North River Road
Alva, FL 33920
Coordinates
26.7252487 N
81.64793567 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 12/11/25
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 12/11/25
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 30 min from Cape Coral, FL
- 31 min from Punta Gorda, FL
- 48 min from North Port, FL
- 49 min from Naples, FL


















