RV campgrounds near Cantonment, Florida offer visitors access to the Gulf Coast region with its mild winter climate and hot, humid summers. Most sites in the area sit at elevations under 100 feet, with sandy soil that drains quickly after the frequent afternoon thunderstorms common from June through September. Cell service quality varies significantly between providers, with T-Mobile users reporting weaker coverage than Verizon in several parks west of town.
What to do
Water activities at Perdido Key: The public dog beach near Perdido Key RV Resort provides pet-friendly swimming access about a mile from the campground. "There is a dog park just over a mile away with a swimming area for dogs. It is close to the grocery store and numerous restaurants," notes Martin R.
Visit military attractions: From Avalon Landing RV Park, you can reach the Pensacola Naval Air Station museums within a 30-minute drive. "There is the aviation museum, a lighthouse, golf course, walking/biking trails and beautiful beaches. Lots of great places to walk or ride bikes!" reports Kloee S.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer on-site fishing options without needing to travel. "Fishing from their bridge is permitted. Flat concrete spots with picnic tables," explains Lauren M. about Avalon Landing RV Park, while The Retreat RV Campground features river access with "a pet beach separate so even your dogs can enjoy the water."
What campers like
Convenience to Interstate travel: Milton-Gulf Pines KOA provides easy access for travelers passing through the region. "Easy on/off of I-10. Friendly, helpful staff. Plenty of pull throughs," explains Steve H., while another camper noted it was "Conveniently located off the freeway, yet quiet."
Family-oriented amenities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park caters specifically to families with children. "We stayed at Jellystone this past weekend and ended up staying a third night (unplanned). We had a lot of fun. The kids loved all of the Saturday activities," shares Jaimee D. The park includes organized activities and recreation options specifically designed for younger campers.
Extended stay options: Pensacola RV Park accommodates longer visits with appropriate amenities. "I stayed here for 6 weeks. Highly recommendable- a very clean, friendly and well run family RV park - close to major highways, restaurants, groceries and other amenities. Popular with pet owners," reports Pat L., making it suitable for snowbirds or temporary relocations.
What you should know
Site limitations: Many RV campgrounds Cantonment, Florida and surrounding areas have tight spacing between sites. At Perdido Key RV Resort, "No wood fires and sites so small you're sitting on your neighbors, but clean, great full hookups, close to the beach. There is road noise from the bridge during the night," according to Stephanie D.
Internet connectivity issues: Working remotely can be challenging at some parks. "WI-FI was adequate for work VPN but not enough bandwidth for streaming movies or running audio on Webex calls," notes Brenda R. about Perdido Key RV Resort, while J M. mentioned at Pensacola RV Park that "our t-mobile internet wasn't the best but i would stay here again."
Weather considerations: The region experiences frequent afternoon thunderstorms in summer months. Prepare for rapid weather changes and have indoor alternatives planned. The Retreat RV Campground offers "showers, laundromat, and gas grills. There are even bouncy houses and playgrounds for the kids" providing covered options during storms.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: The Retreat RV Campground offers multiple recreation options on-site. "The grounds are very beautiful and there are many places that you can walk around the campground. The river bank is gorgeous and we even spent a dinner out next to the river," shares Chloe F., providing natural entertainment without leaving the property.
Safety awareness: Some parks have specific safety guidelines for children. At Avalon Landing, "we were heavily warned about not letting kids be out unsupervised even to walk the dog," according to Lauren M., suggesting parents should maintain close supervision of children throughout their stay.
Amenity check: Confirm which recreational facilities will be available during your visit. "Pool was open but very cold," noted one visitor to Perdido Key, while a Milton-Gulf Pines KOA camper mentioned "Great little putt putt area for kids. Spots are good sized, although we had a premium spot for the patio & grill."
Tips from RVers
Leveling preparations: Bring extra leveling blocks to many campgrounds in the area. At The Retreat RV Campground, "make sure you bring leveling blocks, some of the sites are fairly level while others are not. Our site sloped down towards the river and we needed extra blocks to place under our tires and stabilizers," advises Chloe F.
Power adapter needs: Call ahead to confirm electrical hookup specifications. "The campground website currently that all electric campsites are 50amp which they are not, if you need a 50amp site you will have to call the office to ensure you can secure one," warns a camper at The Retreat RV Campground.
Access challenges: Several parks have tight turns that can be difficult for larger rigs. At Avalon Landing RV Park, "We were taken to our site and we were guided as we backed up our RV," notes Annette V., while Five Flags RV Park reports having "pull thru site 67 had a nice level slab which was nice."
