Positioned along US Highway 1 in the Florida Keys, Long Key State Park Campground occupies a narrow strip of land between the road and the Atlantic Ocean. This tent-only facility features just four campsites arranged side by side, each requiring a 100-yard walk across a boardwalk from the parking area to reach the camping area.
The sites sit directly on the waterfront, placing campers within 15 feet of the ocean's edge. This proximity allows for kayak launches straight from camp and wading in the shallow waters. However, the beaches here consist of muddy bottom rather than sand, limiting swimming opportunities. Traffic noise from US 1 carries across the campground throughout the night, as noted by multiple visitors.
Biting insects present a significant challenge, particularly no-see-ums that emerge during calm evening hours and persist through the night. "We were up basically all night itching and scratching," reports D C., who noted that bug spray provided little relief. Wildlife includes rats that scavenge for food scraps, with reports of them entering vehicles and damaging gear.
The facility provides clean restrooms with warm water but lacks lighting. For additional camping options in the Keys, consider Encore Fiesta Key just 2.6 miles northeast. Reservations fill quickly when available, though walk-up spots sometimes open due to cancellations.
Description
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There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
This campground is closed for construction. Please visit https://floridastateparks.org for more information or contact the park directly.
No collecting firewood, poisonous wood in the park.
Address and phone number, phone number is especially important during hurricane season.
Rigs that exceed the posted site length will not be allowed to remain on site. Camping rigs longer than this will be moved to alternate sites, if available, on arrival. Please see the Campsite List, above, for a list of site and driveway lengths.
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late please, contact the park prior to 5 p.m. on the day of your arrival.
Check in time is 3 p.m. Check out time is 1 p.m. br>
Quiet time begins at 11 p.m. and must be observed by all campers.
For everyone's enjoyment, including pets, please observe the pet camping rules found in the complete Florida State Parks Pet Policy, click here.
Pets are not allowed in any state park cabins or cabin areas.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of the park where visitors are normally allowed.
No one younger than 18 may camp overnight unless accompanied by a responsible adult, who will remain onsite for the period rented.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundLong Key State Park Campground is located in Florida
Directions
Travel south to US 1 Overseas Highway. Continue toward Key West to mile marker 67.5. Entrance to the State Park is on the ocean side. Look for the large brown sign. Stop at the ranger station for further instructions.
Address
M.M. 67.5 U.S. Overseas Hwy
Long Key, FL 33001
Coordinates
24.8127412473565 N
80.8227098943017 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/25/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/25/26
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Miami, FL
- 3 hrs 10 min from Naples, FL
- 3 hrs 46 min from Cape Coral, FL
- 3 hrs 50 min from Punta Gorda, FL
