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TravelerButtonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park
Camping 2026
Amazing views, the ocean water was perfect! Beware of mosquitos in the summer months!!
Glamping near Marathon, FL
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Flamingo Campground in Everglades National Park and Bahia Honda State Park house distinctive glamping accommodations for travelers seeking upscale outdoor experiences in the Florida Keys. Both locations feature climate-controlled glamping units with amenities far beyond traditional camping, including comfortable bedding, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. Flamingo Campground offers eco-friendly yurts and safari-style canvas tents with stunning waterfront views and access to the diverse ecosystems of the Everglades. According to one visitor, "The view of the gulf is amazing. Such a good place to view the sunset." Bahia Honda provides luxury camping options with waterfront positioning, offering guests immediate access to some of the Keys' most pristine beaches and waters. These glamping sites range from basic furnished canvas tents to fully-equipped units with kitchenettes and private bathrooms.
Water-based activities dominate the glamping experience at these locations, with snorkeling, kayaking, and fishing directly accessible from most sites. Bahia Honda State Park's crystal clear waters create ideal conditions for glampers interested in exploring marine ecosystems without venturing far from their luxury accommodations. One guest noted, "It is really neat to walk on the old bridge, and learning the history of it." Both locations maintain dedicated swimming areas for glampers, though Bahia Honda offers superior beach access. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, particularly at Flamingo Campground where guests can spot native birds, alligators, and other Everglades species from their glamping accommodations. Reservations should be secured well in advance as these premium camping options typically book 11-12 months ahead, especially during the prime winter season when temperatures are most comfortable for enjoying both indoor and outdoor amenities.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Marathon (6)
1. Buttonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park
"We had water and electric hook up , but the water spigot was so far away from our camper that even our long hose would not reach. So fill your tank up with water before you park your RV."
"Bathrooms are clean and well kept, quiet hours are great, and it was wonderfully breezy throughout our two-day stay."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $36 / night
2. Jolly Roger RV Resort
"Clean bathrooms. Swim clean water area in ocean. Plenty of bench seating by water, beautiful sunsets. Boat deck boat ramp. Really big mostly RV sites but tent sites by fence are comfy."
"When we drove by the office, on our way out to eat on the night we arrived, they had prices posted for late arrivals to check themselves in, the price listed for the two sites on either side of us was"
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $125 - $145 / night
3. Bayside Campground - Bahia Honda State Park
"Clean camp sites with electric and water besides a handful of sites located in the tent only section. It is water only."
"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"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $160 / night
4. Flamingo Campground — Everglades National Park
"Once you’re all the way down to Flamingo, you’re 50 miles away from nearest town, so bring everything you need that you wouldn't normally find at a convenience store. "
"Flamingo Campground, Florida Everglades—eco-tent Pro: The location is superb. Ours was located closest to the water(#6). You don’t get to choose—assigned when you check in."
5. Flamingo Campground
"Bathrooms were clean and bug free, hot showers available in the A loop!"
6. Riptide RV Resort
"There’s no pool but there are laundry facilities and a clean bathroom. There’s a community grill, picnic area, and chairs to enjoy the sunsets"
"Nice pavilion down at water, nice little beach, dock, restrooms, showers and laundry"
Drive Time
- 2 hrs from Miami, FL
- 3 hrs 31 min from Naples, FL
- 4 hrs 7 min from Cape Coral, FL
- 4 hrs 11 min from Punta Gorda, FL
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Glamping Reviews near Marathon, FL
117 Reviews of 6 Marathon Campgrounds
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RangerFlamingo Campground — Everglades National Park
A must see but bring bug spray!
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We had a fantastic time at Flamingo in Everglades National Park! The scenery is beautiful, the wildlife viewing is incredible, and there’s always a chance to spot alligators, birds, manatees, and other amazing creatures. The marina area is well-maintained, and the peaceful views across Florida Bay are unforgettable.
One thing to be prepared for: the mosquitoes can be intense, especially around sunrise and sunset. Bring plenty of bug spray and apply it often. With good insect repellent, the mosquitoes are manageable and definitely not a reason to miss this unique experience.
Overall, Flamingo is a must-visit destination for nature lovers. The wildlife, sunsets, and natural beauty make it well worth the trip!
- bbnhorsegal@hotmail.com N.Traveler
Jolly Roger RV Resort
Awesome sunset views
Super clean rv resort. Nice pool, clubhouse and picnic table at ever site. Full hookups.
- EEmma S.
GuideButtonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park
Absolutely stunning, MUST GO!
This is paradise. Bahia Honda State Park is a little slice of heaven and so so stunning. I can see why this place books out so far in advance.
We put on a Dyrt Alert and boy did we get one! I swooped on a cancelled site so fast I can’t believe I got a reservation! Thank you Dyrt !
The campground was lovely, all the sites are amazing. We lucked out and got a shaded one so our trailer was nice and cool for our kitty during the day. Bathrooms are clean and well kept, quiet hours are great, and it was wonderfully breezy throughout our two-day stay.
The beaches are all easily accessible by walking or biking from the campground, but there is also ample parking if you want to bring chairs or a beach setup.
Sandspur beach is perfect swimming, and Loggerhead beach experiences very low tides so you can walk out on sandbars and swim as well. The sunrises and sunsets are glorious, check out the top of the old railroad bridge for some views.
Staff was very friendly and helpful. They even found an item we lost! Very grateful to them.
If you’re lucky enough to swoop a spot here, do. Check cancellations!
MG S.GuideFlamingo Campground — Everglades National Park
Did Not Live Up To Expectations
Man… I was really excited to camp here, but sadly I’m upset that we spent the money. Based on the map and some photos online, I thought there was a beach where we could lay out. After driving around we could not find a beach to lounge at. There was a fishing beach, but it was rocky and muddy. The “restaurant” is more of a cafeteria. The tent sites are super buggy, even in late December. People were up all night making all kinds of noise. We would never stay here again, unfortunately. Very disappointing experience. It is cool, though, to say that we have camped in the Everglades.
Sandra L.RangerJolly Roger RV Resort
Packed in tight, yet still big rig and boat friendly
Narrow roads, shades, water side sites, pool, dog park, boat wash, laundromat.. its nice.But because packed so tight, I cant give higher stars. Big rig have drive thru sites. The sites along the edge armre very small. Parking on grass, cement slabs for your picnic table.
- Sandra L.Ranger
Buttonwood Campground — Bahia Honda State Park
Beautiful Bahia Honda
Beautiful views, marina, 3 beaches, family & pet friendly. Rent kayak or snorkeling gear, and RELAX. Buttonwood campground has sites with boat slips, or GOA views with amazing sunsets from your site. There is always some traffic noise from rt1, beautiful place. Highly recommend! Remember: no grills or campfires on the ground... bring a raised fireplace.
- AAlex M.
ScoutBayside Campground - Bahia Honda State Park
Beautiful but SO MANY RATS
We’ve stayed at the other part of the campground and it was amazing. This half of the campground is beautiful but there are just SO many rats here. They get into everything and are completely shameless. You can barely scare them away! That combined with little voracious mosquitos totally overwhelmed us on our stay.
Again, it’s really beautiful and quiet over there, but it’s hard to enjoy when each night is filled with the sounds of fighting rats and each morning starts with cleaning rat droppings off our things and inspecting the previous night’s damage. Camp in the main campground instead!
- RRob Y.Scout
Flamingo Campground — Everglades National Park
Nice Campground in a great place
We stayed at flamingo in late June at the start of the hot/rainy/buggy season. We stayed in the camper loop (T loop) of the campground. Because it was the off season there were times when we were the only ones in that loop of the campground. During the evening a couple other campers would come in, but there were stretches during the day that it was empty. Our son loved this because he could ride his bike all around the campground to his hearts content.
We did not find the bugs to be too terrible (although the gage on the wall of the visitor center had them just slightly into the "horrible" range). We live in Michigan's U.P. so we have a fairly high bug tolerance. There were some portions of the park that a bit of bug spray worked just fine, but others where we were glad we had bug shirts.
The bathrooms were decent, although the water was never quite hot due to it being solar heated.
The overall park amenities were nice. We enjoyed our visit and got to see a lot of the famous wildlife.
Nice place, would happily visit again.
Guide to Marathon
Camping near Marathon, Florida provides access to diverse marine ecosystems across the Florida Keys. The subtropical climate maintains warm temperatures year-round with average winter lows of 65°F and summer highs around 90°F. Most campgrounds in the area sit at sea level with minimal elevation changes, making them susceptible to strong winds and occasional flooding during hurricane season from June through November.
What to do
Kayaking through mangroves: At Jolly Roger RV Resort, visitors can launch directly from the campground's boat ramp. "The swimming area was my only very slight disappointment. Wear water shoes, the rocks are rough," notes one camper, but the mangrove waterways provide excellent paddling opportunities.
Fishing from campground docks: Fish right from your campsite at Riptide RV Resort, where "there's a community grill, picnic area, and chairs to enjoy the sunsets." The resort caters to anglers with a fishing-focused community atmosphere.
Wildlife viewing at dawn: Early mornings at Flamingo Campground offer prime wildlife spotting when temperatures are cooler. According to a visitor, "We got to see a lot of the famous wildlife" including wading birds, alligators and numerous water species that are more active during cooler parts of the day.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bayside Campground at Bahia Honda State Park maintains modern bathrooms and shower facilities that campers appreciate. One camper mentioned, "Clean camp sites with electric and water besides a handful of sites located in the tent only section."
Community atmosphere: Many Marathon-area campgrounds foster community connections. At Jolly Roger RV Resort, campers note the "large pavilion with a beautiful beach and boat dock area" where visitors gather for sunset viewing and socializing.
Historical elements: The remnants of Henry Flagler's railroad provide interesting historical context. "It is really neat to walk on the old bridge, and learning the history of it," reports one Bayside Campground visitor about the nearby historic railway bridge.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book sites 11-12 months in advance for winter stays at popular locations like Buttonwood Campground. After Hurricane Irma damage, one visitor noted, "The Atlantic sites are gone and won't be available for maybe 2 more years, I will keep checking."
Insect preparation: No-see-ums and mosquitoes can be intense, especially at dusk. A Flamingo Campground T-Loop visitor warned, "Lots of mosquitos even in January" while another mentioned sites near shrubs are "almost unbearable" with both mosquitoes and tiny gnats.
Limited shade: Many Keys campgrounds offer minimal tree cover. A camper at Flamingo T-Loop mentioned, "We were in electric site number 1 which included shade trees" - noting this as an exception rather than the norm in an area where most sites have limited natural shade.
Water concerns: Some campgrounds experience intermittent water issues. A recent visitor to Flamingo noted, "Our last night the water went out and all bathrooms in all loops were closed. Apparently this can be common with pump going out."
Tips for camping with families
Accessible options: Buttonwood Campground at Bahia Honda offers excellent accessibility features. One reviewer shared, "This place was just amazing for my family member in a wheel chair! Everywhere was wheelchair accessible, and they even had a beach wheel chair that we could checkout."
Kid-friendly activities: Bring bicycles for family exploration. A camper mentioned, "Our son loved this because he could ride his bike all around the campground to his heart's content" when staying at Flamingo during off-season when fewer campers were present.
Heat management strategies: The Florida Keys heat requires planning, especially with children. One family at Buttonwood Campground reported, "We managed to survive the heat by purchasing an easy up to cover our tent. We removed the tent fly so we could get air flowing through."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: When glamping near Marathon, Florida in an RV, seek waterfront sites with afternoon shade. A Jolly Roger RV Resort visitor advised, "We were lucky enough to get campsite number 150 and we were about 1 min walk to the water and pier area."
Small campground advantages: Smaller RV parks often provide more personalized experiences. A Riptide RV Resort camper noted, "This is a small campground with mostly lot models and a small motel, but don't let that keep you away, the people are wonderful!!"
Utility considerations: Many glamping sites near Marathon provide electric hookups but limited water access. At Flamingo Campground T-Loop, an RVer mentioned "No water at the sites but potable water and dump facilities are provided" - important information for planning water usage during your stay.
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