Glamping near Palm Beach Gardens offers accommodations ranging from safari-style canvas tents to yurts within a 30-mile radius. The subtropical climate maintains year-round temperatures between 60-90°F, with higher humidity levels from June through September. Winter months (November-April) see less rainfall and lower humidity, creating prime conditions for outdoor activities.
What to do
Fishing access: 15 minutes from campsites: At Palm Beach County Park South Bay RV Campground, campers can enjoy convenient boat access to Lake Okeechobee. "Great place to stay. Would stay here again... Boat dock on site. Full hookups. Spots are spacious!!!" reports Jeff T.
Safari adventure: Adjacent to campground: West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA offers discounted tickets to the adjacent wildlife park. "Great location near the Safari park with discounted tickets available. I recommend staying here if you are going to the Safari Park and need a place to stay," writes Coral W.
Water recreation: Multiple options: Quiet Waters Park provides water activities directly from the glamping area. "My husband and I rented a campground flat in December. It was on the water, had a grill, electricity, fire pit, tent, running water and was pet friendly. We brought our kayaks and played around," shares Ashley J.
Biking trails: Paved paths: Phipps Park Campground features excellent biking infrastructure. "Really enjoyed this spacious park. Great biking, easy access to boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Close to beaches and shopping so there's something for everybody to do," notes Patricia Pettersen C.
What campers like
Wildlife encounters: Natural alarm clocks: KOA Campground Okeechobee offers unexpected wildlife experiences. "We tent camped here. Site small and sandy but location is the key to this KOA. Right next to Lion Country Safari. We are used to hearing birds and frogs when we camp, but here it is lions...and other noises I was not able to identify," says JEFFREY W.
Pool facilities: Two separate areas: "There is an adult only pool, and a family pool. The Shanty, a bar is right by the adult pool, with entertainment in season and mostly on weekends," explains Mary M. about KOA Campground Okeechobee.
Community atmosphere: Seasonal activities: Road Runner Travel Resort provides numerous social opportunities. "There are adult activities - Bingo, karaoke, jam sessions, trivia night, pickleball, tennis, shuffleboard, Pentaque, cornhole, basketball, crafts, and more," details Jessica A.
Private island camping: Platform tents: Phipps Park offers a unique island camping experience on elevated platforms surrounded by water. "We stayed in one of the electrical sights along the river. We made use of the fire pit and enjoyed the sunset. The other guests were friendly and we saw a bunch of dogs around," shares Jeff P.
What you should know
Price considerations: Higher during season: West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA rates vary considerably. "Camp site were $90 a night. Our campsite have a nice view of the maintenance building. It was kind cool hearing the lions roar / huff during the night and morning though," comments Craig O.
Seasonal population shifts: Winter crowding: Sunsport Gardens Family Naturist Resort sees seasonal fluctuations. "The reason why I titled this 'relaxing' is because I enjoy the feeling of the place! The people (mainly the snowbirds) the come down seem to be the friendliest!" explains Lisa C.
Tent camping limitations: Platform only: Some parks restrict ground tents. "There are no tents allowed here. They have tents that are already set up on platforms and they have holes all over the sides and bottoms, so they are not sealed properly and full of mosquitoes," warns Mercy R. about Phipps Park.
Pest management: Mosquito preparation: "When we were pulling in we noticed a train of 7-8 RV's and trailers leaving. Didn't think much of it. Went ahead and checked in, got to our camping site, etc. That's when we noticed that it was literally swarming with mosquitos," cautions Daniel G. about West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA.
Tips for camping with families
Pool amenities: Family-friendly options: "There is a lot to do there and the family pool had crystal clear water. Place is very clean and staff were not only friendly but really helpful," reports Nat W. about KOA Campground Okeechobee.
Wildlife education: Safari sounds: "The campground is gated during evening hours with the gate closing at 10:00 pm, so you will need to get a gate key card with a $20.00 deposit which will be refunded when you turn the key back at the end of your stay," explains Burton M. about West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA.
Kid-friendly activities: Multiple options: Paradise Island RV Resort provides convenient access to urban attractions. "Campground in the city, great guest services, friendly staff. Near grocery store, and everything! Full hookup sites, spots are big and concrete roads, amenities like restrooms and showers are clean, the pool is nice!" shares Milagros B.
Seasonal activity planning: Winter optimal: "Weather great to explore park in late Winter. Kids loved it and we will be back!" notes JEFFREY W. about West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA.
Tips from RVers
Campground layout: Varying site sizes: Road Runner Travel Resort offers diverse site options. "The property is clean with paved roads and super large lots that you just don't find anymore. Great facilities including a pool, tennis courts, shuffle board, a chip and put golf course, a store, and more!" explains Mitchell.
Utility hookups: Full services: "We discovered this place on a vacation trip to see a friend on Hutchinson Island in Fort Pierce FL. We are now camping here seasonally in a 35 ft Class A RV. There's a large pool, a good-sized general/convenience store with all the essentials," shares Jessica A. about Road Runner Travel Resort.
Hurricane season considerations: Evacuation location: "The campground staff was great: while going from 15% to 100% occupancy in 24 hours, they still kept up the cleanliness support, and friendliness. It was a great experience in a trying time like evacuating for a hurricane," says William C. about his stay at West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA.
Long-term accommodations: Monthly options: "So, we were here a bit long term in the summer. Staying here in the summer is as bad as being in Vermont in winter. You need a reason to be there and sadly we did," shares Ian R. about West Palm Beach-Lion Country Safari KOA, noting the challenging summer climate conditions for extended stays.
