Camping cabins near Everglades City, Florida provide outdoor accommodations in a subtropical wilderness area at sea level that receives approximately 55 inches of rain annually. Temperatures in summer months regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter brings milder temperatures between 60-80°F. Mosquitoes are prevalent year-round but particularly abundant during the wet season from May through October.
What to do
Explore the reptile exhibit: Trail Lakes Campground offers a unique wildlife experience at their on-site reptile exhibit. "There is a reptile exhibit which you can visit for free if you're staying here. Safe, clean & friendly," notes one visitor to the Chokoloskee RV Park. Many facilities provide educational opportunities about local wildlife.
Take guided swamp tours: Several campgrounds serve as bases for different Everglades excursions. "This is a fantastic location to serve as a home base when exploring Big Cypress and the Everglades NP. You will be in the middle of everything! They offer guided trips, or you can book from the many other businesses in the area offering swamp buggy, airboat, hiking, tram, fishing, and paddling/boat trips," mentions a reviewer at Trail Lakes Campground.
Stargazing opportunities: With minimal light pollution, the Everglades offers exceptional night sky viewing. "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," explains a visitor about Trail Lakes Campground.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate having room to spread out. "The sites were spacious and had room to spread out and not be on top of your neighbors. Picnic table and fire rings at each site," notes one reviewer about Trail Lakes Campground. Site sizes vary between properties, with some offering more privacy than others.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses are consistently mentioned in positive reviews. "The pool facilities are super nice and the bath facilities were very clean," according to a camper at Naples/Marco Island KOA Holiday. Showers with good water pressure and regular cleaning are valued amenities.
Waterfront views: Locations with water access receive high marks from visitors. "We were right on the water which was a blessing and a curse. It was so pretty but airboats launched from the other side of the water and it was very noisy all day long," shares one guest at Everglades Isle Motorcoach Retreat. Water views often come with both benefits and drawbacks.
What you should know
Seasonal popularity impacts availability: Winter months bring significantly higher occupancy. "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," reports a camper at Trail Lakes Campground.
Weather considerations: Summer brings intense heat and insects. "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," advises a visitor.
Pricing varies significantly: Rates range from moderate to premium depending on location and amenities. "Remote location, but not in a bad way easy to get to and from other large cities. Great scenery in the campground, clean awesome sites, big! $65 a night. Have wood and fire rings available," notes a camper at Crystal Lake RV Resort. Budget accordingly for your preferred accommodation type.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Kids appreciate swimming pools during hot weather. "This is a nice camping location... the pool, boat ramp, playground, and dog park are all open. 2 dog parks!" mentions a reviewer at Naples/Marco Island KOA Holiday. Call ahead to confirm pool availability, particularly after storm seasons.
Educational opportunities: Wildlife experiences can engage children of all ages. "Campers have free admission to the Snake Ape and reptile exhibits- snake lovers will enjoy the snakes including one of the largest captive pythons in the world. We held a baby alligator and saw the adults up close," shares a Trail Lakes Campground visitor.
Playground availability: Some campgrounds offer play structures for kids. "The park has bathrooms, a small playground, chickee for lounging outdoors, with a fire pit nearby, and a pavilion for gathering with friends and family," notes a reviewer at Chokoloskee RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site access challenges: Some campgrounds have narrow roads that can challenge larger rigs. "This RV resort is delightful. The roads are tight for bigger rigs. Don't let that deter you," advises a visitor to Marco Naples RV Resort.
Age restrictions: Some properties limit older RVs regardless of condition. "This place will not take older motorhomes regardless of condition. This is very disappointing when you take pride in your older rig and keep it nice," cautions a visitor to Everglades Isle Motorcoach Retreat. Contact campgrounds in advance to verify any age restrictions.
Drainage concerns: Florida's low elevation can create flooding issues. "We stayed here last weekend, and while the park is nice enough, there are severe drainage issues. We live in Florida and fully understand rainy season, but there's no excuse to wake up to 4 inches of water FLOWING through your site," warns a camper at Naples/Marco Island KOA Holiday. Request higher elevation sites when possible.
