Best Glamping near Bonita Springs, FL

Searching for glamping near Bonita Springs? Camping has always been a favorite form of travel for many, but Bonita Springs, FL glamping is a new and unique way to do it. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a site closer to all the action, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect glamping spot.

Best Glamping Sites Near Bonita Springs, Florida (7)

    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL

    1. Periwinkle Park

    9 Reviews
    39 Photos
    290 Saves
    Sanibel, Florida

    Amenities include: Complete Hookups Picnic Tables Restrooms/Showers Laundry Ice LP Gas Pavilion available for private & public functions Beach, Golf, Shops & Dining all within walking distance NO DOGS ALLOWED. NO CREDIT CARDS. WI-FI NOT PROVIDED If you need Wi-Fi during your stay, you must supply your own hotspot. Verizon has the best coverage in our area. Please note Campfires are not permitted.

    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 - $62 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL

    2. Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    11 Reviews
    34 Photos
    99 Saves
    St. James City, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL

    3. Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    101 Photos
    339 Saves
    Boca Grande, Florida

    Cayo Costa State Park protects the Charlotte Harbor Estuary and provides visitors with a majestic piece of untouched Florida.

    An unspoiled Gulf Coast island evokes images of wind-shaped trees, dunes, beaches and freedom to explore. This especially rings true for Cayo Costa Island.

    Accessible only by boat or kayak, this former fishing ground of the Calusa Indians features nine miles of undeveloped shoreline for swimming, snorkeling, shelling, fishing, birdwatching and exploration along with several walking and bicycling trails through the island’s interior. Shorebirds are numerous, and one might spot manatees, porpoises and sea turtles offshore.

    This is coastal Florida at its best! Campsites and cabins are available for overnight stays, and a ferry service runs to the island from several mainland locations. Visitors are reminded that camping is allowed only in designated sites in the campground on Cayo Costa.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Tent Cabin

    $22 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL

    4. Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    7 Reviews
    56 Photos
    103 Saves
    Naples, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Endless Summer RV Park near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Endless Summer RV Park near Naples, FL

    5. Endless Summer RV Park

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    34 Saves
    Naples, Florida

    Just a few miles east of sunny downtown Naples, Florida you will find the gorgeous RV Resort that is Endless Summer. With a location like this one, your possibilities for fun and relaxation are as endless as our name suggests. If you like golf, this community is perfect for you, as it sits minutes away from over 80 different golf courses, catering to a variety of levels of golf expertise. Not into golf? That's ok, hop in your car for a quick 15-minute drive west to the stunning white, sandy beaches of Naples. Or, spend your beautiful winter days among countless numbers of nearby shops and restaurants. Don't wait another minute, book your stay now! Your Endless Summer awaits!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo at San Carlos RV Resort & Marina near Fort Myers Beach, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at San Carlos RV Resort & Marina near Fort Myers Beach, FL

    6. San Carlos RV Resort & Marina

    3 Reviews
    1 Photo
    82 Saves
    Fort Myers Beach, Florida
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    Alyssa D.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Trail Lakes Campground near Ochopee, FL

    7. Trail Lakes Campground

    11 Reviews
    168 Photos
    94 Saves
    Ochopee, Florida

    Trail Lakes Campground is Everglades RV and tent camping at its best!! Camp in the Everglades with the conveniences of home. We are located in the Big Cypress National Preserve and surrounded by over 1 million acres of National Park lands. Trail Lakes Campground offers a truly unique wilderness camping experience. We’re owned and operated by the Shealy family for three generations. This old- style Florida campground is one of a kind. We offer primitive tent camping, tent camping with electric (Class B site), rustic cabins with A/C, and Native American built chickee cottages for a clamping-style experience. Amenities include showers, laundry, ice, firewood, general camping sundries, a gift shop and nearby fishing areas and hiking trails. Information regarding availability, unit capacity and reservations are available on our website. Fishing and safari guide services are available directly on site. Restaurants, grocery, gas, hardware, bait and tackle supplies and National park water access are easily accessible in nearby Everglades City, just 12 minutes away. Experience the real Florida at Trail Lakes Campground.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $45 - $225 / night

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Recent Glamping Reviews near Bonita Springs, Florida

66 Reviews of 7 Bonita Springs Campgrounds


  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jan. 28, 2022

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Beach camping paradise

    This place is special.  Best beach oriented camping in Florida.  The shelling is amazing and you truly feel like you have traveled back in time.  We have camped there in a tent site three times in the last year.  The campground closed for several months in summer 2021 to eradicated the rodents.  It worked!  We did not see or hear one rodent when we stayed for three nights in November 2021.  If campers / visitors will keep a clean camp site and not leave food and garbage out, the rodents should stay under control.

      No problem with bugs in the dry season, but you still need some bug spray at dawn and dusk.

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest
    May. 28, 2019

    Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    RANGER REVIEW: GREGORY ZULU 35L BACKPACK AT PICAYUNE STRAND STATE FOREST

    RANGER REVIEW: GREGORY ZULU 35 BACKPACK AT PICAYUNE STRAND STATE FOREST-HORSESHOE CAMPGROUND

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Florida offers very diverse camping opportunities throughout the state. Not many states can offer year-round camping along lakes, rivers, oceans, swamps, undulating terrain to pancake flat, grasslands, sugar sand to elevated chickee huts. Camping in Florida is not for the faint of heart, but for the adventurous...much like any state. However, in Florida, you may encounter crawling or slithering reptiles and spinning spiders in various shapes and sizes, non-venomous and otherwise...gators or saltwater crocs...otters, manatee or sharks...wild hog, bear, bobcat or relocated panther.  In the fairly young Picayune Strand State Forest many of these reside. Most are shy and elusive, rarely to be seen...but they are present. Many wrongly assume the voracious and plentiful mosquito is the state bird...not so much...but come prepared with repellant any time of year.

    Almost comically, Picayune Strand State Forest (https://www.freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/Florida-Forest-Service/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Picayune-Strand-State-Forest) was the location where the 1950's phrase has its origination..."If you believe that, I've got some swamp land in Florida to sell you." Land developers laid flat the land southeast of the city of Naples, put a grid of sandy roads in and flew prospective buyers in helicopters above the land during the dry winter months to sell them on the dream of cheap prime SW Florida real estate. Problem is...this land is all part of the Everglade watershed and is under a few feet of water every year from June through November, once the rainy season begins June 1. Some bought, but very few built...so to return the sheet flow back to its original state...the State began purchasing land back through eminent domain from the mid-1980's until a remaining parcel was purchased in the mid-1990's when the Picayune Strand State Forest was named. The man-made pump-regulated canals are being blocked to allow the natural sheet flow to reclaim much of this area.

    Unilike many State Forests, while you can hike and bicycle the roads and trails throughout Picayune Strand, you cannot camp wherever you like. Horseshoe Campground https://floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/camping/horseshoe-primitive-campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=FLFS&parkId=1120199 is located on the north end of the State Forest, which travels on the south side of Alligator Alley (Interstate 75) as it turns and slices across the Everglades to Miami.

    Horseshoe Campground is a small parcel of high ground carved out of the swamp scrub. The grounds are well-maintained and clean. I found Ranger Reid, in the Ranger office, to be very friendly and helpful. He even offered a highlight that a panther, the night before my arrival, was chasing some deer about 300 yards west of the campgrounds.

    KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

    No potable water (bring all the water you need)

    No Electricity (None, zero, zilch...plenty of sunshine for solar chargers though)

    No Showers (I'd also advise against swimming in any water nearby)

    No waste recepticles (Carry out what you bring in)

    No Internet offered (Adequate cell service is available)

    ⦁ Open fires permitted in designated camping areas, in fire rings, unless posted

    ⦁ Two portable pit latrines enclosed within wood fence enclosures

    ⦁ Prepare for mosquitos year round

    ⦁ Don't forget your sunscreen

    Reservations can be made through Reserve America's website. Or you can chose to utilize one of the six (6) walk-up sites. Actually, I liked the added feature of the two tarp poles (or hammock poles) on the non-reservable walk-up sites. Between mid-November and April, it does not rain often, so its of no real advantage...unless you utilize a hammock. But from mid-May to mid-November, you are likely to experience some heavy downpours each afternoon...so sturdy tarp poles would be appreciated.

    Each site is grass covered, has one fire ring and one picnic table.

    Can't beat the pricing...$10 a night.

    True to its name, Horseshoe Campground offers paddocks for the horses and ample room for horse trailers. The Equestrian Group Camping area also has picnic tables, some grills and a pavilion. Horses must be picked up after in the campground, just like dogs.

    I saw one pop-up camper during my stay. I imagine you could back in a larger RV, but there is no gravel or concrete pad...and the grass is on a sugar sand base. So plan accordingly.

    Several trails leave the campground from the northwest corner. Adequately marked and all are sandy. If you choose to ride a bicycle on the trails or gravel roads, you'll want the largest tires possible to have both comfort and control. You can drive to other trails, such as the3.2 mile Sabal Palm trail...though during the height of the rainy season, the back road there will likely be impassable.

    Wildlife abounds and birding is huge during winter migratory months. You are also likely to see the nesting pair of bald eagles, gopher tortoise, wood stork, eastern indigo snake, red cockaded woodpecker, osprey, red-shouldered hawk, kites, and a myriad of wading birds.

    Numerous activities are nearby, whether you want to take in an Airboat Everglade tour, Shark Valley National Park, kayaking, canoeing throughout the Big Cypress Basin. Gulf Coast beaches are an hour away...either in Marco Island, Naples, Bonita Springs or Fort Myers Beach.

    Bike racers convene on Picayune Strand every May for the 50 mile Tour de Picayune https://tourdepicayune.org/.

    PRODUCT REVIEW: NEW GREGORY ZULU 35 BACKPACK

    Gregory Mountain Products have really stepped up their game in recent years! Not that they’ve been a slouch...Gregory Packs have long been synonymous with easing heavy loads, durability and comfort. Here's a look at Gregory's New Zulu 35 backpack https://www.gregorypacks.com/packs-bags/day-packs/zulu-35-1115ZUL35.html?dwvar\_1115ZUL35\_color=Fiery%20Red&cgidmaster=packs-day-packs#start=1 As a TheDyrt.com review Ranger, I have opportunity to review gear at no cost or substantially discounted pricing, as was the case with Gregory's New Zulu 35.

    PROS:

    •Featherweight 

    •Breathable/Airflow

    •Comfortable 

    CONS:

    •Very limited pole loop and bungee

    First and foremost, Gregory's Zulu 35 prolific use of breathable cutouts in the hip-belt and shoulder strap padding, coupled with the large holed mesh liners elevate airflow to new levels. The taut mesh back panel creates ample space between the pack body and the wearer’s back resulting in more airflow. Greater airflow, greater comfort. A thinner aluminum loop outlined the back panel for pack support and stability.

    The Hip Belt: All hip-belts are not created equal. The Zulu 35 is a huge departure from previous Gregory models. The 3D Comfort Cradle was created to eliminate hotspots. Absent is the lower lumbar padding, thick hip bone padding and swivel...present is the FreeFloat ventilated suspension system. Hip-belt bellow pockets are cavernous in comparison to former Gregory models...8” zippers offer plenty of room for current smartphones, even when housed in protective cases. The pocket bellows 1.5” at the top and 2” at the bottom...and is nearly 11” from front to rear. Both pockets are coated nylon packcloth in contrast Gregory’s former generation Baltoro with one waterproof pocket and first generation Paragon packs that offered one of the pockets in a light breathable fabric. Note: Cram too many hard edged or lumpy items in those pockets and you may feel them through the ‘foam cutout’ areas.

    Shoulder Straps: They may not be thinner, but they feel thinner... amply comfortable. Adjustment for size is a snap...well, actually more of a pull. Slide a hand down and separate the hook-n-loop and adjust to your desired height (marked in 1” increments). The chest strap slides along 9” integrated piping making the perfect placement simple. At 6'0," and with my torso length, I felt I was at the very top end of the adjustment.The logo’d QuickStow eyewear band and elastic keeper strap adorns the left shoulder strap simplifying sunglass storage. The right chest strap incorporates a hydration hose retention hook...but the coolest is the chest strap buckle now has an integrated high shrill whistle! How cool is that?! Buckle coloration has changed too. Male end is a dark gray, female end a light gray.

    Pack Body: The main body is a lightweight coated, nylon pack cloth shell with lightweight stretch fabric ambidextrous 8”x 6” deep waterbottle/storage sleeves and a 12” x 7” deep breathable stretch fabric exterior rear stash pocket with adjustable top buckle. Two compression straps on each side help keep the load stable. The Zulu 35 offers one large compartment with a top load cinch opening and a U shaped 40” zipper allows easy access to entire main pack contents. Absent is an unnecessary bottom zipper. The top load offers a 34” circumference so no worries about restrictions. The main body interior supplies a protective hydration sleeve along with both a Gregory hydration pack specific SpeedClip snap hook and also a nylon loop for other brands. Trekking/ski pole or ice axe loop (adjustable!) and cinch bungee are intended to keep items secure. (*I found the combo for attaching my poles to be rather ineffective, as the bungee, even cinched tightly, did not prevent my poles from swinging metronome style at the top, which you can see from my pics).  All pack zippers include molded Comfort Grip nylon loops for easy pulling.

    Pack Hood: The hood has one outer and one inner zippered pocket. The outer pocket will hold ample ancillary items, whereas the inner pocket is intended as a dedicated “labeled” Rain Cover storage pocket. But stuffing the Rain Cover into the main body stretch stuff pocket or water bottle/storage sleeve frees up an additional zippered pocket. Two small web lash loops on the outside of the hood are nice for securing solar panels or carabiners for hanging your Tentlab Deuce shovel.

    **Final Thoughts: ** Born a skeptic, things are rarely as advertised but the New Gregory Zulu 35 is the real deal. Until now, I loved my overly padded hip belts, shoulder straps and back panels of yesterday’s packs...but the Zulu 35’s comfort level was astounding, catching me totally off guard. Granted, I was only hauling 30lbs, but it was ‘out of sight-out of mind.’ The purposefully engineered breathable mesh and cut-outs worked...in blazing sun and 89 degrees, I was comfortable. I usually haul heavy loads (55-65lbs) for long treks...but I was able to pack enough in the Zulu 35 for four days worth and still had room. Apart from the ineffective bungee cinch/adjustable loop for poles...it is nearly perfect! In the future, I’ll just stick my trekking poles (upside down) in the side pocket and cinch ‘em down with the side compression straps with my tent poles. Problem solved.

    Overall Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    **Stats: **

    Size: Gregory Zulu 35 (Med/Lg)

    Capacity: 35 liters/2136 cu in

    Pack Weight: 2.89

    Recommended Maximum carry weight: 35 lbs

    Reviewer: 6’0/185, 21” torso 

    Price Point:  $169.95

  • Jeanene A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jun. 9, 2017

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Best Island Camping in Florida

    Want to avoid the crowds and have a heavenly beach camping experience? Cayo Costa is absolutely the best place for getting away from everything civilized!. They offer primitive camping only, bring your tent and good stakes as the wind is steady there) or rent a cabin (there are 12 of them - no a/c - no sleeps 6 - single stacked wooden bunks - no padding) and reachable only by ferry (must reserve ahead) or private boat. There are showers and restrooms but no sinks for washing dishes and you are asked to take everything you bring on the island off with you.

    Can you say dark... make sure you bring flashlights and headlamps because this place is DARK at night!

    No phone signals and no electricity so leave your cell phones at home unless you have a charging block and want to use to take photos. Easiest way to get there is by ferry, they will haul your camping gear and even your kayak if you reserve in advance.There are carts available to load your gear in to get it off the dock from the ferry (but you may have to wait in line to use), and a golf cart/tram or truck will take you back to the camping area.During the day the beach is busy during summer break, but many folks come out for the day only. The island is fun to explore - "At one time approximately 20 fishing families lived on Cayo Costa in the early 1900s, where they established a school, a post office and a grocery store." per the state park website

    The 9 miles of beach is great! Nice and shallow for a bit (on parts of the beach) but the shelling is awesome. Lots of different shells and sharks teeth from many varieties of sharks . Usually you are able to purchase wood for fires at the ranger station. Bring all of your food and WATER. Also pack lots of bug spray for no-see-ums and mosquitos, Sunblock, Sunglasses and a hat - you will be glad you did as the reflection off the water can be brutal..You are pretty much on your own out there after the last ferry leaves for the day, enjoy a moonlit walk on the beach or an amazing sunset.

    One of our top 5 favorite camps in Florida!

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Want your own island...well...here it is!

    Though Cayo Costa State Park is located in SW Florida...a bustling madhouse of northerners from Oct through May...you can still find peace and quiet.

    Most folks prefer to pay the $45 to take the ferry across the waterway between Pine Island and Cayo Costa...but I say save a few bucks...brave the power boaters, stuff your gear in dry bags, cram them into the kayak and paddle to/from the island. (The only downside is you have to leave your kayaks up on storage racks at the Cayo Costa Ranger Station).

    Take the time to plan your paddle around, between and through the barrier islands to Cayo Costa. There is some big water, that might put your panties in a bunch if you aren't use to it. With all the skirting, figure about 5 water miles...give or take. We left Pineland Marina (overnight parking was $8 for your vehicle)...paddled across to Black Key, down through Orange Pass, around Coon Key, pass between the southern point of Useppa island and Terrassee Island and stop for lunch on Cabbage Key...at none other than Cabbage Key Restaurant (where Jimmy Buffet wrote/sang of "cheeseburger in paradise"...for real!). We are talking Old Florida here. Then weave your way north a couple mles to the Cayo Costa State Park Ranger Station/Camp Store. You'll get a rickshaw type hauler to pull all your gear the nearly one mile to the other west side of the island where the tent sites and primitive cabins are.

    Remember, if you do take the ferry...know the times of arrival and departure...or you'll be staying another day.

    If you paddle...know the upcoming forecast. If weather turns poorly...you'll be nervously paddling back singing the Gilligan's Island theme song.

    Caveat: This is SW Florida...we are talking below the tropics line folks. It's hot. If you rent one of the primitive cabins (do so long in advance...) there is no electricity, so there is no AC, fans or what-have-you. If you are in a tent...its hot...suck it up and love it! Being SW Florida...on the Gulf...sand and all...you get skeeters and no-see-ums or chiggers. If there is no wind off the Gulf, sometimes you'll get small biting flies. I only add this, so you come prepared. Sawyer Permithrin Clothing spray works great...I spray it on my clothes and tent.

    Also know, that from June through October, it'll ordinarily rain for a short duration in the afternoon. Nothing to worry about and it cools things down (just kidding...it cranks up the humidity). You'll be in your swimsuit anyways...

    It seems as though you are marooned on your own little island. You'll enjoy a myriad of water birds (herons, egrets, diver ducks, anhinga, spoonbills, pelicans, sea gulls) along with osprey, bald eagles, kingfisher and kites. The beach is awesome...and sunsets like you've never enjoyed before! Stargazing is to die for...no ambient light to wash out the blackness of the night sky.

    Swim, shell, explore, fish (get a free shoreline fishing license first..ya, I know...if its free why bother...but it is the law)...it doesn't get much better than this.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Island Getaway

    Not far from the mainland, this island has a wonderful state park on its northern tip. You can get there by ferry, private boat(there are slips) or kayak(about 8 miles 1 way). A trolley takes you the 1/2 from the docks to the gulf side of the island where the campground is. The sites are very spacious with fire pits, picnic table and at some sites a place to hang a hammock. There are also cabins to rent. There is a bathroom with outdoor showers. Once there you can go to the beach, collect shells, hike, fish, kayak, geocache and watch the stars at night. We were there during a meteor shower and had a fantastic show on the beach that night. I highly recommend this little spot of paradise off the Florida coast.

  • Jennifer L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Nov. 15, 2019

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Amazing!

    This is a true gem in South Florida, a remote island paradise. Miles of beaches with very few people and great hiking/biking trails through the scrub. Pack lightly as you will need to load and unload all of your stuff on the ferry and then the tram and then carry it to the campsite. There is no electricity but cell service with AT&T was great (not that I wanted to use it much). The camp store sells souvenirs and necessities (snacks, cold drinks, firewood, ice, more insect repellant). Restrooms are clean and there is potable water available there, so no need to bring your own and waste plastic. I was glad I didn’t bring my kayak, as it would have been a lot to haul with me, and I rented one for $20 for a half day on the island. Although bikes are also available for rent, I would probably bring my own bike next time as it would be helpful to get around during the 4 days I was there and find more remote locations.

    Insects are a serious issue, even in the fall and winter. Hope for a breeze to deter the no-see-ums. I used DEET spray and a thermacell and a permethrin-treated tent and still left with dozens of bites, and that was in November. Next time I would wear pants and long-sleeve shirts in the evenings. Fortunately I didn’t see any rats while I was there  

    My campsite was #13 and it was one of the smaller ones but well-shaded and apart from the louder cabins. Some campsites have hammock posts and otherwise you are not allowed to hang hammocks on the trees, so plan accordingly.

  • Stephanie Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Trail Lakes Campground
    May. 24, 2019

    Trail Lakes Campground

    Great basecamp for Everglades Adventures!

    I gave this campground 5 stars because it feels so different than the rest of the Campgrounds available in Big Cypress Reserve and Everglades National Park. 

    Trail Lakes is a proper campground which is staffed and gated just off of Hwy 41 (Alligator Alley) on the west side in Ochopee. It's open all year long. 

    For me, visiting in the off season, it felt nice to have the structure of the campground. Most of the other campgrounds I visited along 41 between Naples and Miami were completely empty of people, but full of signs warning campers of Panthers and alligators - and even bears. I had no idea Florida had bears. I didn't want to camp alone, so I loved that this campground had staff and a few other guests who might notice f I got eaten.

    The campground is open all year long, and has a small store in the camp office. 

    The campground is built in several loops around a couple of lakes and has space for RV's and tents. If also offers cabins and some screened in open air huts (which I didn't stay in but they looked really cool). You could buy ice and firewood, as well as rent kayaks if you dared to boat through alligator swamps.

    There's not much in Ochopee, so stock up when you leave Miaimi or Naples (depending which way you drive). There are a few things available at the campground store.  There is a mini post office in Ochopee which is worth stopping for a photo opp. The airboat tours which are everywhere along the highway here are definitely worth it. 

    You can get their latest pricing for all their sites and cabins at www.evergladescamping.net

  • Victoria S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Trail Lakes Campground
    Nov. 19, 2020

    Trail Lakes Campground

    Nice hideaway

    My girlfriend and I wanted to do the spur of the moment camping trip and so, while we were driving from the east side of south Florida we tried calling multiple campgrounds to find which had last minute availability for a 7:30 pm check-in. This campground was the first to answer the phone number listed on this app. The lady that answered was very nice and explained they had electricity and showers and that there were still tent sites available. The latest time you can check in is 9:00 pm and check out time is lax so we weren’t told a specific time.

    Once arriving to the campground all we had to do was call a number to unlock the gate and then we paid for our camp site while we were in the car. After we paid, we were escorted to our camping site by a gentleman on a four wheeler.

    The camping cite has a grill and electricity but we couldn’t find any water pump. But we brought water so we were fine. We were on a site next to the bathroom which also has showers, so it was easily accessible. There is a good amount of space for each site. You can definitely play some music at a low volume without disturbing anyone else. Another great aspect of this location is your ability to see all of the stars. There are no towns close by so the light pollution is low.

    We are in November now and the weather is in the 70s during the day and 60s at night so the mosquitoes are not bad, but they are still present. Having a bottle of bug spray and maybe a fogger will do just fine in this weather.

    Overall I am so happy with this campsite and it was perfect for what we were looking for.

  • Sara G.
    Camper-submitted photo from San Carlos RV Resort & Marina
    Jul. 12, 2021

    San Carlos RV Resort & Marina

    Love the park

    we had a paved site on the river we took the paddle boards over to the restaurant on the opposite side short walk over the bridge to town and the beach. Dogs allowed, shuffle board small pool.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from San Carlos RV Resort & Marina
    Jun. 12, 2021

    San Carlos RV Resort & Marina

    Great campground

    Campground staff very nice campsites are great concrete slab with table. Some campsites are tricky to get into we have a 34 foot fifth wheel. Could use a little more shade

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    Aug. 5, 2022

    San Carlos RV Resort & Marina

    Comfortable, Clean, Safe Amazing location

    One of the best RV parks I have stayed at so far. It's proximity to the beaches and location on the water makes it a great place to stay. Location has all the amenities you need to make for a fun time

  • Jeff R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Endless Summer RV Park
    Jun. 19, 2021

    Endless Summer RV Park

    Always open

    With a newly purchased Catalina and a few days before memorial weekend we found this very nice Campground. Nice folks and staff.

  • Coral W.
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    Dec. 29, 2021

    Endless Summer RV Park

    Small No Frills near beautiful Naples

    This small no frills campground was great for the price. Beautiful area all around but nothing fancy. Its a short drive to downtown Naples and Naples Pier/Beach which I highly recommend. Great friendly staff and campers.

  • Michelle S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jan. 1, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Lovely Quaint Place

    We were running close to the cut off for check in due to traffic. We called and the clerk waited for us to get there. We made it just under the wire. The sites were close together and a bit tight, but they are nice gravel for the rig and a concrete pad for your rug. Each site has a grill and picnic table. Fires are not permitted. The beach is a short bike ride away, but can be walked too. This place only takes cash or check and is kind of old school. But the prices are awesome for staying on Sanibel Island. There is a nice restaurant across the street from the park. There is an aviary in the campground. This place is also a trailer park with mobile homes super close to each other. Not many campsites available, so book early. The bath houses were nicely kept and no issues. The sites are all full hook up. We will be back again.

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Quaint park with cute, clean amenities

    Have camped here twice this year. Bring your bike as beach is half mile away. This is a bird watcher paradise. Lots of parrots as well as native birds. Love all the squawking when they wake up in morning! Nice, family atmosphere. Note: no TMobile service in campground. Ice is available onsite. We will be back!

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Even overflow sites not bad

    Had 3 sites together. This park has many permanent residents so our sites backed up to small trailer homes. Didn't bother us much as we had pond and Avery in front of sites and enough trees for hammocks and shade. Birds are amazing. If you are around at feeding time, you can often see parrots riding around in a gold cart!

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    May. 16, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Amazing!!

    This place is amazing. I wanted to take my kids camping with only a tent. I called the day before and made reservations for the next day. The check-in lady was so nice. Place is very clean and every one is so friendly. We loved it and we definitely will be coming back.

  • Joshua B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Aug. 3, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Quiet but smelly

    The campsite is beautiful and well maintained. Lots of landscape and birds to see. Good location. However, be mindful of your location. There is an area right next to the sewage treatment facility and it stinks bad when the wind is wrong. It was wrong most of my weekend.

  • Erik P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Feb. 1, 2022

    Periwinkle Park

    Great spot

    Super close to a nice beach. Birds were so cool. Everything worked. Park was clean. Good size lots.

  • Megan K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Sep. 16, 2018

    Periwinkle Park

    Sanibel Island on a Budget

    Sanibel Island is a great vacation spot full of vacation homes, white sand beaches, and world-class shell hunting. This is the only campsite available on the entire island, and as a result it is a bit pricier than most camp sites, but it is far and away the most economical way to see the island. It is driving f distance from most of the local tourist sites we stayed for a week and never ran out of things to do.

    The campground is less than a mile from the beach, easily walkable and even easier to bike. The campsite is designed to acomódate RV camping and long term mobile home set ups, however there are some lots available for tents as well. Due to the RV and location in city limits there are no campfires allowed, but grills are allowed and the site has very well kept and clean shower/bathroom facilities.

  • Linda A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    May. 11, 2020

    Periwinkle Park

    Sanibel Island

    Nice park close to the beach! Concrete patios, clean bath houses and laundry rooms. Lots are spaced nicely, full hook ups, good WiFi and cell service.

  • N
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    Sep. 24, 2022

    Periwinkle Park

    Great South Fl Escape

    Enjoyed our brief stay at Periwinkle. Quiet, good bathrooms, a short hike to the beach and great restaurants and bars and ice cream within walking. Also serves as an exotic bird refuge. So much to like. Great price point.

  • Penny M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest
    Feb. 6, 2021

    Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    Privacy and sandy trails

    We stayed in a campervan and upon arrival saw 4 campsites packed together a d the entire field was open which had many other campsites. We drove into camp site 20 instead of our reserved site 2. There was no body working there so I guess switching campsites was okay. I did call and let them know o. Their answering machine that I was taking site 20 instead. It didn’t make sense to be crammed together. Anyway, it was a great stay for 4 days with deer roaming the campground. We biked (very sandy) and hiked. Only a portapotty . No other amenities. The generator of one of the campers was annoying because we were in the wilderness. I guess they needed their heat, as it did get down to 30 degrees in Feb. So realize that because there is no power that some people may be using noisy generators.

  • Joe D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    Very peaceful

    Very friendly camp host, he was eager to greet me n my crew of moto riders and offer us a cooler with ice and a dozen bottles of water. Gave us a site away from the main area for some peace and quiet and a great view of the sky’s above. Definitely a nice place to search out for a nice nite star gazing.


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