Glamping options near Immokalee offer a mix of natural environments and comfort amenities. The area sits in Florida's southwestern region where the subtropical climate creates year-round camping opportunities with temperatures rarely dropping below 50°F in winter. Several campgrounds provide elevated camping experiences within an hour's drive of Immokalee, ranging from basic tent sites to luxury safari accommodations with private fire rings and concrete pads.
What to do
Kayaking in Picayune Strand: Explore the waterways at Horseshoe Primitive Campground where the sandy trails lead to excellent paddling opportunities. "We biked (very sandy) and hiked. Only a portapotty. No other amenities," notes one visitor who enjoyed the natural setting.
Wildlife viewing at sunrise: The open fields at Horseshoe Primitive Campground provide excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "It is very open and you will see a lot of your neighbors, but that isn't too much of a worry as many folks are here for hunting. It's quiet in the evenings and makes for a great sunset spot," reports camper Teala S.
Historical exploration: Visit Koreshan State Park Campground to tour the historic settlement. "This campground has some history to it, which is pretty cool," mentions Eric R., while another camper notes, "The park offers hiking trails and close by access for launching kayaks. This park also has a walking tour of the Korshean Settlement which was interesting."
What campers like
Dark skies for stargazing: The remote location of Trail Lakes Campground provides exceptional night sky viewing. "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," one camper observed, appreciating the balance of seclusion and safety.
Spacious sites with privacy: Campsites at Trail Lakes offer 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," shares one reviewer who stayed in February 2021.
Clean facilities: Periwinkle Park maintains high standards for their facilities. "Bathrooms were probably the cleanest I've ever seen at a campground. They were cleaned daily and it showed," reports Rob Y. Another camper mentioned, "Nice park close to the beach! Concrete patios, clean bath houses and laundry rooms."
What you should know
Limited water and power access: At Horseshoe Primitive Campground, expect basic amenities. "Only a portapotty. No other amenities. The generator of one of the campers was annoying because we were in the wilderness," explains one visitor who appreciated the wilderness feel but suggests preparing for noise from other campers' equipment.
Potential wildlife encounters: Be prepared for native wildlife. At Koreshan State Park, one camper advises, "I'd suggest avoiding site 37 until it's renovated. Big tree in the middle, and soft sugar sand is hard to level. Also, just know there are paths in the back where you want to keep eyes open. Saw rattlesnakes."
Seasonal considerations: Mosquitos can be problematic depending on the time of year. "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," explains a camper at Trail Lakes Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Educational wildlife opportunities: Endless Summer RV Park offers access to nearby educational experiences. "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," shares Coral W.
Kid-friendly amenities: Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA provides activities for all ages. "We love to hike the trails and the kids really like the playground at this campground. The historic area is really neat too and they have a farmers market on Sundays," reports Sarah C.
Water activities for all skill levels: Trail Lakes Campground offers kayak rentals appropriate for families. "You can buy ice and firewood, as well as rent kayaks if you dared to boat through alligator swamps," mentions one visitor who appreciated the amenities but cautions about wildlife awareness with children.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: At San Carlos RV Resort & Marina, choose carefully based on your rig size. "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," advises Marie F.
Hookup considerations: Full amenities are available at most glamping locations close to Immokalee, Florida. "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," shares an RVer at San Carlos RV Resort.
Leveling challenges: Some sites require extra preparation. At Koreshan State Park, "Sites have stones and sand. Not alot of grass or tree coverage. Sites are small but will work for a tent or smaller camper. Ours is 32' and it is really tight for the site," explains Mary Jo R., providing important context for larger rigs.
