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130 Reviews of 9 Marathon Campgrounds

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  Jane

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Encore Fiesta Key

  Great place

  Very clean campground. Excellent communication from the office. Very nice pool and beach ⛱️

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  Joseph C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 13, 2024

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  Buttonwood at Bahai Honda state park

  The Campgrounds are very nice and pads are very level, some have adequate shade, others none, we were at site 31 for 5 days. Site was very tight for our camper with slide out and awning was on the trees, Bugs were just unbearable, we tried everything. Showers were in need of repair, (men’s side)shower handle was broken , but we’re very clean, Staff were super friendly, concession stand on site had gifts as well as anything you might have forgot to pack. The views from the old bridge were breathtaking. This part of the keys was less touristy which was good/bad , so if you wanna go to a good restaurant go north toward ismorada . Family beach was excellent for little one’s , no waves, no bad currents , the sites are super hard to come by, so it will piss you off to see some on the water with nobody on them for days (Sad)

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  Joe R.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 4, 2024

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  The worst site is still amazing

  We had site 45, which may even be the least desired site, by the dumpsters and dump station. It doesn’t matter. This park is a gem. Several beaches, all different. A nice walk up the bridge. Staff super friendly. The sites are wide and offer plenty of space in buttonwood.

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  Joe R.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 1, 2024

  Sugarloaf Key West Holiday

  Wow!

  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. While they have golf cart rentals, we didn’t need them as this is a small resort and easy to walk. They have a pool area with bar and grill, and live music. The beach has inflatables for kids. The dog park is small, but still nice. The staff is all top notch! Definitely visit the jumping bridge down the street! Great hidden gem :)

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  Jordan M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 8, 2024

  Bahia Honda State Park

  Great tent site with water and electric

  The pad for the camp suite is big gravel so bring something for your back they also had 2 hammock hookups and a grill waterfront with a great sunset

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  Rachel S.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 29, 2024

  Flamingo Campground

  All the amenities but also mosquitos

  Mostly enjoyed our two night stay in the Everglades. Flamingo Campground is run by a concessionaire, and its most expensive than we like to pay for campgrounds. $38-42ish per night depending on if its a weekend or week night. Mosquitos were bad the last week in April, wind helped a bit but we basically stayed in our camper the entire time.

  Bathrooms were clean and bug free, hot showers available in the A loop!

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  Barb N.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 20, 2024

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  Amazing Gulf views!!

  Great campground within a state park offers lots of biking and beaches to choose from.

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  Roger W.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 20, 2024

  Flamingo Campground

  Open Oarklike Concessionaire Run

  Flamingo in the Everglades: Open parklike with new and what are the absolute largest of campsite signs I have seen in 5 years of traveling. No excuse to be in the wrong site at Flamingo! I had to laugh and wonder that if they are that big, blind drivers must be frequenting Flamingo. On a serious note, the brand new visitor center is a 5 star. Spending time there will not be regretted,. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

  (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. Our rating of a campground is influenced by the following: The general ambiance- sort of wilderness feel the campground gives us. A selection of campsites which offer some visual privacy and/or view from sites. Cleanliness of whatever facilities are offered is important and usually noted in my review.

  Overall Rating: 3.5 Price 2023: $ 34 w interagency pass Usage during visit: 1/2 full Site Privacy: Poor Site Spacing: Fair Site surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Not bad for an open area Road Noise: No outside road noise Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: Many sites Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Flush toilets.
  Showers: Solar. Water temperature depends on sunshine, time of day, usage , and the length showers folks take.
  Pull Throughs: All Cell Service (AT&T): 4 bars Setting: Open park like with scattered mature trees Recent Weather: The weather has really varied this year. Hot, cod, cloudy, windy, rainy. Solar: Yes Host: Paid personnel Rig Size: The largest of rigs can be accommodated here Sites: Last loop is best

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  Karen S.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 27, 2023

  Encore Sunshine Key

  Fun atmosphere and activities, but lots of wind and seagrass on the beach

  We were so excited to visit this highly rated Thousand Trails Sunshine Key!  The pictures online are not exactly accurate.  The RV sites are barren with little shade - feels like a parking lot.  There are a LOT of full-timers here and they have the best sites, close to the marina and pool.  The resort has a fun/upbeat vibe with lots going on - happy hour with music, crafts and farmers market.  Our site 57 was more isolated and the park was only 2/3 full, even though the Thousand Trails website says it is full!

  There is a small beach area with lounge chairs and a Tiki hut.  Our dogs ran off leash and swam in the ocean as there was no one around.  They also have a marina and dock with beautiful sunset views.  The other guests were very friendly and we wish the weather was better to hang out and meet more people.  We had one day, out of 14 with clear, sunny skies.  The other days were raining a tropical storm and the winds were insane.  This was unusual however for December.

  Everyday the staff sends texts to remind you of activities - happy hour, live music, bingo, farmers market and crafts.  Friendly and welcoming and would recommend again.  I don't however, think it lives up to the hype of one of the very best Thousand Trails/Encore in the Keys.

  Marathon is a laid back, Keys island with eclectic dining, shops and activities.  We had dinner one night at Isla Bella - very upscale, but expensive.  The Sombrero Beach is beautiful and dog friendly if on a leash.

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  Karen S.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 26, 2023

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  Loudest road noise from Oversees Hwy - Not able to sleep

  This campground has great reviews and we were looking forward to our visit.  Our site was right on the water, facing the overseas freeway.  We loved the location but we could not sleep, it was so loud with the traffic, trucks and cars.  Our site was 15 and faced the highway.  The park was lovely, the grounds and the beaches beautiful.  However, if you have dogs, it's a no-go.  No dogs allowed and they have to stay at your camp.  We were disappointed because potentially, we could return and stay for 14 nights, but with two nights of zero sleep, we were ready to go.  The nearest town is Big Pine Key and there's a Winn Dixie, UPS store, bagel shop and a dog park.  The dog park was packed so not an option.  Maybe check out other campsites that don't have the freeway noise.

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  Joel R.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 30, 2023

  Sugarloaf Key West Holiday

  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.

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  Thalia P.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 6, 2023

  Flamingo Campground

  Cozy Spot

  The store by the marina is well stocked and the marina itself is pretty big though we did not use it. The sites are cozy and pretty close together and the bathrooms were well kept. The water in the showers gets about lukewarm. There’s a little beach nearby too. We were able to buy firewood at the site and help was easy to find if it was needed.

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  Craig F.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 24, 2023

  Encore Sunshine Key

  Extended Weekend stay

  Campground is big and surrounded by water. All gravel sites, very few trees. We were in the infield sites. Lots of RVs there for a long term stay, but people seem to go home during the week. Lots of fishermen. Seems too expensive to me. Laundry facility worked well, but way over at the marina.

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  A T.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 10, 2023

  Encore Fiesta Key

  All the amenities you need

  No shade, but a bar, restaurant, pool, beach, marina, and so much more. About an hour and 20 to Key West, but close to great fishing. I would definitely stay here again.

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  Mia Y.

  Guide

  

  May. 10, 2023

  Encore Fiesta Key

  Great!

  The campground is beautiful and everyone is super friendly but the music is extremely loud on weekends so keep that in mind if you’re staying anywhere close to the pool and bar area. Also- the cottage we stayed in had roaches, but they sprayed for them and were very nice and accommodating about it. Staff is amazing and being by the water is great. Love Fiesta Key and will definitely come back!

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  George L.

  Guide

  

  May. 1, 2023

  Encore Sunshine Key

  Great Location

  Great location in the lower keys. Our spot #400 on the beach was truly great. Lots of long term folks . Bathhouses are new but cleaning could be better. Sites are pea gravel pretty level. At these prices pretty amazing they want you to pay extra for Wi-Fi

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  Ronald C.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 17, 2023

  Encore Sunshine Key

  pretty place

  Stayed here for two weeks in site 401 . its a big campground with plenty of things going on , the views are great and the price is $$$$. only complaint I had was road noise but that's not their fault .

  many premium spots .

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  These Roads L.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 9, 2023

  Encore Fiesta Key

  Fun Family Resort

  We loved Fiesta Key! Some of our favorite parts of this resort were the weekly farmers market, the Easter egg hunt on Easter, the restaurant, snorkeling from the shore, and the how they pickup your trash for you right at your site. I sometimes it is the little things. 😆

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  paul W.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 8, 2023

  Flamingo Campground

  Great stay

  Loved the campground. I stayed during the week and it was mostly quiet. This is the place to be if you like to fish, kayak or want to be alone.. I can’t say enough about the fishing. Many Crocodiles. The 1.5 hour boat tours are both well worth the 35$. Make sure you ask for a site with shade‼️

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  Diana R.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 12, 2023

  Encore Fiesta Key

  Absolutely love it here

  We decided to go east during Snow Bird season. So we have been playing ping pong through out in the keys. Fiesta Key Resort is a very nice resort, we were going to be here for 2 nights and extended to 6. They have a restaurant that is good, beach, snorkeling, sun rises and sunset are serene. The staff are all amazing! The sites are great size, you aren’t on top of each other, plenty of room. Well for us it was plenty of room bc we have a 31’ class C motorhome with no tow. So we didn’t have to use up our extra space for the tow vehicle.

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  Lauren

  Scout

  

  Feb. 22, 2023

  Flamingo Campground

  Wonderful easy option for out-of-state camping

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Flamingo Eco-tents. We appreciated being able to camp without brining in the typical supplies since we were visiting from out of state - the tent includes your bedding, towels, etc. 

  Even in January bugs were intense as soon as the sun went down - don't plan to sit around a campfire here, even doused in bug spray. Instead, eat an early dinner and then head back to your tent for sunset. 

  When booking, request a bay side tent (7,8,13,14,17,18) to have an uninterrupted water front view from your porch.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 31, 2022

  Flamingo Campground

  Bring your bug spray!!

  This is one of three options to "camp" in this part of Everglades National Park (the other two are RV sites and a large grassy area for tent camping (only open during the winter months). The 20 Eco tents provide a change of pace to regular camping, and they are nicely appointed, but they are a bit of a splurge (over$100 with tax). 

  Each tent has full deck flooring and comes equipped with a double or queen bed with bedding (November– April only), a fan, 110 outlets, towels, two chairs/small round tables, and shelving with baskets. You can enjoy at least a partial view of Florida Bay from each tent.

  The Eco tents have their own “private” bathroom/shower separate from the public restroom and it was clean. Unlike the bathrooms at Long Pine Key campground, there is a handicap-accessible stall. Towels are provided in the tents. 

  Cooking or food of ANY KIND is not allowed in the tents as it would attract bugs and other wildlife. There are picnic tables/fire pits by the parking lot for cooking/eating but it was very windy when we arrived, so we just ate cold food in our van. All food must stay in your vehicle. You are also not allowed to use bug spray in the tent due to the flammable nature of the spray. Other rules include no music in the campground or tents. 

  We were there shortly before the winter season so there were not as many options for recreation available. There are hiking trails and you can rent canoes or kayaks. Other boat tours are available, but we didn’t take advantage of any of these, preferring instead to take photos of birds and walk the short Anhinga Trail (closer to the northern entrance to the park). 

  Both the sunsets and the sunrises are spectacular (if you can stand the mosquito assault!)

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  B M.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 14, 2022

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  One of our Favorites

  We love Bahia Honda and camp there every year. It's hard to get a reservation there so good luck. The Atlantic and the Gulf meet and it's a beautiful park. There are 2 main loops for camping. Buttonwood has some bigger sites and a little more privacy. If you lucky enough to get a waterfront site you can snorkel off your site or launch your kayak. We float on rafts after a day of fun and cool off. You see a good sunset here too. 

  The sandspur loop is for campers under 23' and they are tighter with no shade or privacy. Yet they are right on the Atlantic ocean and the view is awesome. Loggerhead beach is beautiful. 

  You can rent a kayak if you don't have one and paddle around the island. It's all good. The old Flagler bridge is a great photo op and you can walk up to it and catch a beautiful sunset or stargaze. 

  There is a primitive campground  loop too on the gulf side near the Cabins. You can't get under the bridge to drive back with a high vehicle so make sure you look at the standards if you are booking a cabin or a primitive site. My truck with the kayak racks on top won't go under it. 

  Lot's of good eats south on Big Pine Key and north on Marathon. There are 2 grocery stores on Marathon Key and a Winn Dixie on Big Pine Key. Lot's of small deer on Big Pine Key do not speed they will get you. As a matter of fact the keys are loaded with police looking for speeders so take it slow.

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  B M.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 19, 2022

  Encore Sunshine Key

  Amazing place with waterfront sites

  We stayed 5 nights in spot #423 a waterfront site. Sunsets were amazing and so is the night sky. Near our site the marina has a area looks like a giant aquarium with Tarpon, Nurse sharks, tropical fish, Big Grouper/Jew Fish, and Manatees. Along with lots of iguanas. There are 2 fish cleaning stations, a pool, game room, small store, gas station, and 2 swim areas. One is on a sandy beach with lounge chairs and a large Tiki. The other is off the dock near site # 425. People fish off the dock too. The current can be strong. Nice place to watch the sunset. There are some good places to eat on Marathon along with shopping and grocery stores. Love Pokeys good food and you can find anything on the menu its got everything. Big Pine Key has the No Name Pub love their Pizza, Triano’s Taco truck excellent tacos. Taco truck is open Mon-Thurs till 5. He can run out of the good stuff earlier. Key Wes is about 45 minutes from here. Warning do not speed in the keys they will get you. Pay attention to the speed limit.

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  Derick B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 7, 2022

  Encore Sunshine Key

  Peaceful Getaway

  Whatever you do, make sure you make it out here at least once. Great people, staff and more. There's a private beach, marina, fishing dock general store I mean, why leave? Only thing we are going to do different next time is to book during the cooler months. It's hot!

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  UsRohrer

  Scout

  

  Aug. 5, 2022

  Bahia Honda State Park - Buttonwood

  Nicey

  Very nice

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  Matthew N.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 13, 2022

  Flamingo Campground

  Not ideal for tent camping

  The sites are bare and very close together, so no privacy. Also, cannot choose site, so I was stuck next to the very loud bathroom, I could hear the toilet seats and hand dryers going. Kindof took away from the camping experience. Ended up switching my reservations to the walk in camping as there was no one there, plus it’s right on the water. Much better!