Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Key West, FL

Boyd's Key West Campground and Leo's Campground welcome pets throughout their facilities on Stock Island, just minutes from Key West. Tent campers, RV travelers, and those seeking cabin accommodations can bring their four-legged companions to these established campgrounds. Both properties maintain clean grounds with designated pet areas, though sites are typically close together with limited space for larger dogs to roam freely. Leo's provides a small doggie playground next to the office where pets can exercise off-leash. Most sites include water hookups, electric service, and picnic tables, with full sewer connections available at many locations. Boyd's features waterfront sites where dogs can enjoy bay views alongside their owners, though leash rules apply throughout all common areas. Campers browse The Dyrt when exploring the best sites near Key West, Florida.

Multiple pet-friendly trails and beaches exist within a short drive of these Key West area campgrounds. Higgs Beach Dog Park offers a fenced area where dogs can play off-leash, located approximately 4 miles from the campgrounds. The sites at Boyd's feature tropical landscaping that provides welcome shade for pets during hot weather, particularly important during summer months when temperatures frequently exceed 90°F. Stock Island itself offers limited pet-friendly dining options, though downtown Key West contains numerous restaurants with dog-friendly outdoor seating areas. Nearby veterinary services include the Keys Animal Hospital on Big Pine Key for emergency care. Sites at both campgrounds feature gravel surfaces that can be hard on paws during summer heat, so protective booties may be necessary for sensitive dogs. Weather considerations remain critical, as hurricane season (June through November) may necessitate evacuation plans that accommodate pets.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Key West, Florida (16)

    1. Boyd's Key West Campground

    50 Reviews
    Key West, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 294-1465

    "The staff instantly delivers customer service the moment you drive in. They drop your boat in water for you and show you to your spot and help you get hooked up."

    "Boyd’s campground is in an awesome location with close proximity to Key West favorites like Hogfish Bar and the Absinthe House. When they say water view, they mean it!"

    2. Leo's Campground

    9 Reviews
    Key West, FL
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 296-5260

    $79 - $179 / night

    "Camp ground is very clean, and a short drive to anything in Key West. Only downside I can think of is the price, but it is Key West so everything is expensive."

    "Why we booked: Seemed like the most solid spot for a quick stay close to Key West, which we were visiting mostly for Dry Tortugas NP. Campground: Parking lot vibes."

    3. Bluewater Key RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Summerland Key, FL
    12 miles
    Website

    $100 - $300 / night

    "Facilities are nicely kept. 20 minute drive to Key West. Luv luv luv!!!"

    "Sites are beautiful and many have tiki/gazebo room Right on the water Fish and snorkel from your own site Very relaxing and great getaway Only 15-20 min to heart of key west and all it has to offer !"

    4. El Mar RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Key West, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 294-0857

    "They are strict with the rules there which isn't a problem, just a heads up for those disrespectful people who do not clean up after their dogs and those with inadequate sewer hook ups on their rigs."

    5. Sugarloaf Key RV Resort & Cottages

    6 Reviews
    Summerland Key, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 745-1079

    "There aren’t any fire pits at the sites but is one in the common area next to the small pool."

    "We were upgraded to a waterfront lot near restrooms. Lot was graveled surface. Did offer deluxe lots having concrete pads with tiki hut. The amenities were newly installed."

    6. Geiger Key RV Park

    1 Review
    Key West, FL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 296-3553

    "They bill this as an authentic Florida Key Fish Camp, but with waterfront hook-ups, boat slips, laundry, showers, plus Florida Keys famous fishing. Just 10 miles from Key West."

    7. Sugarloaf Key/Key West KOA Resort

    4 Reviews
    Summerland Key, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 745-3549

    "Most are tucked into the shrubberies so they have privacy. Wide sites with Gravel drives, new style hook-ups for water, electric, wifi and cable tv. Bathrooms and showers are very nice."

    "Perfect location for visiting the keys. Easy access and right on the water. Check in was easy and we booked a standard back in site."

    8. Buttonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park

    32 Reviews
    Big Pine Key, FL
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 872-2353

    $36 / night

    "It is still one of the best campgrounds in Florida and only 30 miles from Key West."

    "My father and I rode our motorcycles from Wisconsin to Key West in October 2019. My father was able to reserve a cabin in Bahia Honda for two nights. The location and views were amazing."

    9. Big Pine Key RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Big Pine Key, FL
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 872-2351

    "There is a really pretty nature trail as well. Beautiful area that is close to Bahia Honda state park, sombrero beach, and key west. We already reserved our spot for next year."

    "After calling 6+ other campgrounds in the Keys to find a site for 2 night we came across Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge on our drive to Key West. They had an open site available!"

    10. Venture Out

    3 Reviews
    Summerland Key, FL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (305) 414-8936

    "The owners took us out on their boat for a sunset cruise and it was a really great location. Not too far from Key West, but you could still feel like you were in nature."

    "Venture Out: this is about 40 minutes from downtown Key West. That is the main benefit of being here for us. Our site was on a canal with a view down the canal to what I would call a bay."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Key West, FL

191 Reviews of 16 Key West Campgrounds


  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 30, 2023

    Sugarloaf Key/Key West KOA Resort

    Southern most KOA

    This is all brand new. And pricy. There is a 2 night minimum and sites start at $160/night (and go up). They had extensive damage from hurricane Irma in 2017 and have rebuilt everything. They have only been reopen 2 years. There is still some construction ongoing. Sites are nice. Most are tucked into the shrubberies so they have privacy. Wide sites with Gravel drives, new style hook-ups for water, electric, wifi and cable tv. Bathrooms and showers are very nice. There is a “resort style” pool, (whatever that means), a private beach (not dog friendly), hot tub, boat dock & marina, a small dog park, and kayak rental and they rent three-wheel bikes for kids to terrorize everyone. They are about 27 miles from Key West. They have a pub with “live music” till 10pm weekends. It was annoying but we found a nice little restaurant at the Geiger Key Marina, and thankfully the “music” stopped about 9:30.

  • Chris E.
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Encore Sunshine Key

    Go South For The Winter!

    This is a great spot to escape the cold. It is a fair distance from Key West, about a half hour drive. This location does have all the amenities you wake me though.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 29, 2023

    Geiger Key RV Park

    Just 10 miles from Key West

    They bill this as an authentic Florida Key Fish Camp, but with waterfront hook-ups, boat slips, laundry, showers, plus Florida Keys famous fishing. Just 10 miles from Key West. Sites are close together, but most people don’t stay in the campground with Florida Keys fishing, and Key West nearby. There is a marina, and some sites are right on the water. The Marina has charters for deep water fishing, or kayaks and paddle boards. We saw manatees in the mangroves. Also a restaurant where they will cook your catch, or order from their menu.

  • Tina F.
    Apr. 28, 2021

    Venture Out

    Stayed here in an Airbnb

    We got an Airbnb and it was adorable! The owners took us out on their boat for a sunset cruise and it was a really great location. Not too far from Key West, but you could still feel like you were in nature. Highly recommend for a weekend getaway. The pool is awesome and it’s also not too far away from some great beaches.

  • Patricia M.
    May. 3, 2018

    Buttonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park

    Still a great place post Irma

    We tent camped 3 nights, leaving Bahia Honda yesterday, May 2nd.

    The Bath Houses were destroyed by Irma and the Atlantic Ocean area is fenced off due to damage. We enjoyed the Gulf Beach and kayaked in the Gulf. The weather was perfect, very warm days, but cool nights.

    The Park is using very nice, modern trailers for restrooms and showers. Everything was very clean and had hot showers.

    The Atlantic sites are gone and won't be available for maybe 2 more years, I will keep checking.

    It is still one of the best campgrounds in Florida and only 30 miles from Key West.

  • Sheila B.
    Jul. 16, 2016

    Sigsbee Military RV Park

    My husband says "prison "

    We were bothered daily by a camp host. Because people live there, there is a rotation schedule from dry camping areas to full hook-ups. We never moved to a full hook-ups because we weren't there long enough. They don't take reservations. Its first come first serve in all camping spots. We would not have been allowed to continue dry camping in our spot if we had wanted to. The dry camping area is nicer and more private than the area for full hook-ups. The cost was low and considering the time of year and unnecessary drama we tolerated during our stay it was nice. The laundry and bathroom facilities are nice and well maintained. We were close driving or bicycling distance from Key West.

  • Coral W.
    Dec. 29, 2021

    Sugarloaf Key / Key West KOA

    Beautiful Resort - Short Drive to local adventures

    We only stayed 3 nights here but I could have stayed for much longer. It's a beautiful location that is all brand new. Just 20 min scenic drive and you are in Key West. If you have never been to Key West before I suggest you find a golf cart rental as the streets are narrow with parking on both sides. 

    The staff here was phenomenal. The only downside in the whole park was the laundry facility and showers could have been a little bigger but other than that we were impressed. The Pub had some great cocktails and was right next to the pool which the kids loved. We didn't eat here but did get a recommendation for some great pizza just 4 miles a way (A Slice of Paradise) that was great! They had corn hole (bags as we call it in the north), go-cart rentals, a fun dog park (no pooch with on this adventure but it looked great), kayak rentals, a marina and more. 

    Something to keep in mind is that this is located on a channel and the beach is not as nice as others. The water isn't the picturesque blue you may be thinking of for Key West. But it was still nice. I definitely recommend some water shoes as it is a little rough up next to shore.

  • R
    Jul. 5, 2022

    Boyd's Key West Campground

    Great family RV park

    So much to do. The staff instantly delivers customer service the moment you drive in. They drop your boat in water for you and show you to your spot and help you get hooked up. All the staff was so kind and friendly. The pool was amazing!! It has a chiller on it which is a must in south Florida in the summer. So nice and cool it was easy to hang out in it all day. It was easy to get an Uber ride to Key West and the bus stopped real close. The site was big and plenty of room. The entire place was pet friendly. The only “negative” was the sandy mud. Make sure you have a large outside mat so you don’t track the mud in and you are good.

  • Michelle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 18, 2022

    Boyd's Key West Campground

    Perfect Location, Unbeatable Views

    Boyd’s campground is in an awesome location with close proximity to Key West favorites like Hogfish Bar and the Absinthe House. When they say water view, they mean it! The sites pull up right to the edge of the water where you can dip your toes in and enjoy an epic sunrise. The airplanes are a little loud and wifi is spotty on the island but that’s just a little character for Key West. 10/10 recommend!!


Guide to Key West

Discover the joy of camping with your furry friends near Key West, Florida, where several campgrounds welcome pets and offer a range of amenities to enhance your outdoor experience.

Tips for camping with dogs near Key West

  • Ensure your pet is comfortable in tight spaces, as some sites, like those at Boyd's Key West Campground, have close quarters.
  • Bring along essentials like water bowls and leashes, as many campgrounds, including Leo's Campground, have pet-friendly policies but expect you to keep your pets under control.
  • Check for nearby dog parks or pet-friendly areas; Sun Outdoors Sugarloaf Key features a dog wash station to keep your pup clean after a day of adventure.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Boyd's Key West Campground

  • Boyd's Key West Campground offers a vibrant atmosphere with a pool, onsite food truck, and a welcoming environment for pets.
  • At Bluewater Key RV Resort, you can enjoy large sites with beautiful landscaping and private tikis, perfect for relaxing with your pet.
  • El Mar RV Resort is known for its friendly staff and proximity to Key West, making it a great base for exploring the area with your dog.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

  • Campers at Geiger Key RV Park enjoy waterfront hookups and a marina, ideal for fishing trips with their pets.
  • Sugarloaf Key West Holiday features a pool area with a bar and grill, where you can unwind while your pet relaxes by your side.
  • Venture Out offers a range of recreational activities, including swimming and boating, ensuring both you and your pet have plenty to do during your stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Key West, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Key West, FL is Boyd's Key West Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 50 reviews.

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