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Markham Park Campground welcomes pets at all sites with full RV hookups, shaded tent areas, and designated walking paths for dogs. Campers consistently report the peaceful environment and open space at this Broward County park, with sufficient room between sites for privacy even when bringing pets. Davie/Fort Lauderdale KOA and C.B. Smith Park also accommodate dogs and cats, though KOA charges a $10 fee for cats regardless of whether they leave the camper. The parks maintain clean facilities with locked bathroom access codes for camper security. Parks permit dogs on leashes throughout common areas, though no dedicated off-leash dog parks exist within the campgrounds. The park rangers are consistently described as friendly and helpful with pet-related questions.
Mountain bike trails surrounding Markham Park provide excellent dog walking opportunities, with paved paths suitable for pets needing easier terrain. The adjacent waterways allow fishing access, though campers should supervise pets near water due to alligators in deeper sections. Vista View Park across from Davie KOA offers beautiful sunset viewing spots perfect for evening dog walks. The campgrounds maintain quiet evening environments ideal for nervous pets, though daytime noise from jet skis on the water and the shooting range at Markham can be noticeable. Most sites feature full hookups with picnic tables, allowing comfortable setup for campers with pets. Nearby shopping centers provide easy access to pet supplies when needed.
"This KOA was close to family and friends. Stayed for five nights. It was clean and I felt safe. Staff were very helpful getting backed in and set up."
"It's located near many attractions and shopping. Beautiful sunset viewing across the street at Vista View Park and easy highway access. You're going to love your stay at this KOA!"
"For south florida, its about as good as it gets. Also has a nice observatory on saturday nights to visit."
"The Park rangers are amazing and you have a dog amount of space to yourself! 😊"
"Stayed here over a holiday weekend and enjoyed it, roads getting in the RV park are good but watch out for branches with big units outside the park to the north."
"The park is big with a paved walking path around the park. On the west side of the park there's a lot of big mature trees that give a lot shade and are just nice looking. "
from $35 - $57 / night
Check Availability"A lot of trails to walk in the middle of the nature. Mini golf. Water park wasn't open on March."
"We stayed in the back behind the lake and it was very quiet/family friendly. The lake/dock area is beautiful, and there’s a massive playground across from the campground in the main park."
"If you camp on the canal, chances are you will be right next to some amazing yachts! 7 minutes to Ft Lauderdale Beach and 7 minutes the other way to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood!"
"The grounds and views of all the surrounding yachts are simply spectacular. Everything here is setup for convenience and comfort."
from $110 - $300 / night
Check Availability"Near grocery store, and everything! Full hookup sites, spots are big and concrete roads, amenities like restrooms and showers are cleans, the pool is nice! Great time! Recommend"
"If your looking for the ultimate location, keep looking. My wife’s mom lives right around the corner otherwise we may not have even considered Aztec."
from $50 - $120 / night
Check Availability"It was on the water, had a grill, electrcitiy, fire pit, tent, running water and was pet friendly. We brought our kayaks and played around. Had a lot of space to walk our dogs."
"Good location in the middle of urban area, cabins to rent. We’ve used for daycamp without overnight, but you can do that if you want"
"Location was great, spaces are too tight though. I could hardly get my RV and Car Trailer through the campground. Restrooms were great and staff were helpful."
ScoutMy husband and I rented a campground flat in December. It was on the water, had a grill, electrcitiy, fire pit, tent, running water and was pet friendly. We brought our kayaks and played around. Had a lot of space to walk our dogs. It was really a great time!
GuideThis is a very nice campground which is part of the Miami-Dade County park system. It is close to the Encore Everglades park (about 4 miles) so we stayed here after we departed. The campground is divided into pods and each pod has about 15 or so sites. We were in pod 4 site 20 (420 lol). We booked this camp with the intent to stay for a month or longer as my husband had an opportunity to Captain boats in Miami.
The park was very quiet. Most of the campers were retirees, a few families with kids, but we were there in early January. The grounds are nicely maintained with lots of places to walk and open space with trees. They don't allow dogs off-leash and although it is adjacent to the rest of the Larry & Penny park, dogs are not even allowed in the main park, at all. We did however find a few dog parks within four miles or so which were nice.
They have a very nice pool which was open daily Wed- Sunday 11am - 5pm. It was raining and rather dreary during our stay so we didn't use the pool. They have a nice Clubhouse and it looked okay with tables, chairs, books, puzzles, but again very quiet. Not many activities except for a few and we didn't stay long enough to participate. After a week, we decided to make moves back home to Lake Tahoe. It was unseasonably cold, raining so no boat work and not an ideal spot for the dogs. They don't have WiFi and since we were planning a longer stay, purchased the Starlink system since I work remote during the winter. Starlink worked great, but costs $500+ to get started and then $120 or so a month. If you are looking for an affordable long term/monthly stay, it is great. The rates were $850 a month for full hook-ups. They had last minute space available, too.
If you are in the area, check out the Miami Zoo. We were there when they had the "Zoo Lights" a super fun evening event. They have other events at the Zoo and lots to do nearby. You are closer to town than Everglades Encore, but still close to the agricultural area. I recommend but not as fun or as many activities as some other places.
TravelerThis park is located right off Route 1 in Florida City. For the area this is a large park. I believe over 150 sites. The sites are decent in size. The park fills up quickly come the winter time with the “ Snow Birds” but the park overall is wonderful. There is a bar/Tiki Hut on premise and a big swimming pool open year round. This is a pet friendly park but with a breed and size restriction, so call ahead if you have Fido with you.
Guidesites: no pets allowed. welcoming atmosphere. mostly shaded. near residential neighborhood but quiet. flat sites. amenities: large bathhouse. clean. other attractions: zoo. beach/waterslide. I would go back again.
GuideThis park was rated as pet friendly in the TT system, turns out it isn't. Now with under 2 weeks to go, we need to make new reservations and may have to be over an hour out from where we need to be.
Phone calls galore trying to find a new site.
GuideSawgrass Recreation area primary businesses are airboat tours and petting zoo, however they have a small primitive campsite at the back as well. I was trying to ride my bicycle from Ft. Laudardale to South Bay, but the head wind was so strong that I was moving at a snail's pace. Luckily, this place is conviniently located just off the state route 27, an oasis of civilization on a 30 mile strech of nothingness. the camground is only open during dry season, which is late winter.
Guide3 campers and two RVs crammed into overflow. NO full hookups as indicated over the phone. Showers NOT in the “bath house” adjacent to these crummy sites. The dumpsite is between the office and the fence. This requires you to back into position or drive down a narrow path and make 3 tight turns. Florida has NO dump sites at rest or service areas! What????
GuideI am writing this review to shield anyone who is camping & going through a difficult time in life, because no one deserves to be treated as we were. Unfortunately, I would never stay at this KOA ever again. It makes me very sad & upset to know that such unkind, greedy people run this campground- one of the few KOA’s in all of Florida. My family and I are going through a very rough time due to illness. We come here to be at a family wedding, to forget, to be happy & comfortable. We are big travelers all across the continental United States, and have stayed at nearly every KOA in the entire country. This is the first and hopefully last time I have ever had to write a review to protect people from coming to a campground. If you HAVE to stay here do not stay in spot 89. The KOA workers walk dogs they cannot control, that bark VERY loudly at 8AM. And all throughout the day, dogs walking past and barking. Absolute torture. We were charged for having 2 cats, $10. Never been charged for two cats that don’t leave the camper but, okay. When we got to the site, we discovered that we paid $120 for a spot with an enormous pile of dirt & construction on it. Not being dramatic. But honestly, I really didn’t care about that much. What bothered me was how they treated people. I pride myself on always being kind to people because you don’t know what anyone is going through. What bothered me was a man with facial hair on a golf cart telling me (who owns the camper & paid for the spot) to leave immediately because my sisters rental car was “not registered at the office”. He saw us come in and drove all the way back to the office to look at our registered cars. How bored and and angry at life do you have to be to care about that? Just wow. He tried to charge us money to register my pregnant sister coming to visit us for 2 hours because we “didn’t register her rental car at the office?” I have never experienced anything like that. Turns out there was one nice woman who is shorter and has dark brown hair in a ponytail, she was kind enough to tell us the TRUTH that we just had to park it in a designated spot. LOL. Why wouldn’t you tell someone that in the first place? Because you can get money out of them the first way. How cruel and greedy is that? I will never associate myself with this campground ever again. The nasty looks we received from staff during our stay was laughable. I look forward to sending a very accurate depiction of our lovely stay at the Davie KOA to the KOA Owners Association Board of Directors. I hope you desperately unhappy people can heal yourselves and find true happiness & love in this life.
GuideThis site was beautiful and well kept. The gentleman (park ranger?) who greeted everyone and made sure the rules were followed was very nice and answered all of our questions. I appreciated that he was around as it make me feel safer if I were to travel alone. This is a great site for families or groups as the sites are close together so one could reserve 2 and have a lot of room for multiple tents/cars. On the other hand, if you are looking to get away from people, this is not it. The sites are close to each other with little to no barriers/designation lines between them. This is a great site for those testing camping with their dogs or small children. Not too far of a trip, great walking space, and the ranger is great about making sure all dogs are kept on leash. It is near to the Oasis Ranger Station and the Florida Trail, as well as loop road and Shark Valley. The stars were absolutely incredible being so far from major cities. Other than how close the tent sites were, my one big negative is the amount of road noise. The closest campsites are maybe 100 meters from the Tamiami Trail so if you're a light sleeper, it is less than ideal.
Plantation, Florida camping options provide year-round access with average winter temperatures in the 60s-70s°F and hot, humid summers around 90°F. The terrain is predominantly flat with interconnected waterways throughout the area, creating numerous fishing spots while requiring campers to be cautious of wildlife. Most campgrounds remain open through Florida's rainy season from May to October.
**Wildlife viewing: Located at Markham Park Campground, the interconnected waterways host diverse wildlife. "The water way right behind us with a wide open grassy area. Great for fishing or if you've got a jet ski you can easily get on and off right there. There are gators in the water which is much deeper than one would think," notes Jamie F.
Visit nearby attractions: Proximity to major tourist destinations makes camping convenient. "7 minutes to Ft Lauderdale Beach and 7 minutes the other way to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Hollywood!" shares Donna S. about Yacht Haven Park & Marina.
Mountain biking: Markham Park offers extensive trail systems for cyclists. "Lots of room to roam here. Great mountain bike trails, lakes, woods, disc golf, flora and fauna," says Jeffrey W. who appreciates the diverse recreational options.
Sunset viewing: Take advantage of local scenic spots. "Beautiful sunset viewing across the street at Vista View Park and easy highway access," suggests Elisabeth F. who visited Davie KOA.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness ranks high among visitor priorities. "The campground is well-maintained, peaceful, and offers plenty of space between sites, giving a nice sense of privacy. The park itself is beautiful, with lots of shaded areas, clean facilities, and easy access to nature trails," explains Luis V. about Markham Park.
Security measures: Campers appreciate safety provisions at C.B. Smith Park Campground. "We stayed in the back behind the lake and it was very quiet/family friendly. The lake/dock area is beautiful, and there's a massive playground across from the campground in the main park," reports Kelsey P.
Dog-friendly environments: Pet-friendly campgrounds near Plantation provide amenities for animals. "The campground was very clean with full hookups and sewer directly at our camp site," notes H M. about their stay at C.B. Smith Park, which welcomes pets with designated areas for walking.
Multiple recreational options: Parks often include diverse activities beyond camping. "What I loved most was how much there is to do right on site—whether you enjoy kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, or just relaxing by your campsite, this park has it all," shares Luis V. about Markham Park.
Noise considerations: Some parks have nearby noise sources to consider. "During the day, there is noise pollution due to jet skis on the water, and the gun range located across the path. However, at night (when it really matters) it is completely silent except for local wildlife," explains Ioana Z. about their Markham Park experience.
Train activity: At Topeekeegee Yugnee Park Campground, be aware of nearby transportation. "Clean park friendly staff. Great amenities. There are not many downsides two that I want to discuss. The campground does sit next to a train track i believe its a commuter line so there is an early train 4am which is startling," warns Darren F.
Park access hours: Several parks have restricted entry times. "Other downside is park closes at 8, you can still enter through the exit gate until midnight and then have to call security to get in/out," adds Darren F. about Topeekeegee Yugnee Park.
Seasonal population changes: Winter brings more campers to the area. "Very friendly staff. This palce gets really crowded during winter season," notes Pavel T. about Davie KOA.
Playground access: Davie / Fort Lauderdale KOA offers kid-friendly features. "It is across the street from a massive park that is perfect for all family members. If you go to the park, make sure you see the burrowing owls," suggests Carlton A.
Wildlife education opportunities: Take advantage of unique local wildlife viewing. "The sunsets over the water are spectacular. Even though I'm a local, you never get tired of watching them," shares Suzanne R. about C.B. Smith Park, where families can observe various waterbirds and fish.
Swimming options: Water activities provide relief from Florida heat. "The pool is crystal clear and welcoming. It's located near many attractions and shopping," mentions Elisabeth F. about the refreshed facilities at Davie KOA.
Nature exploration: Parks offer educational walking paths. "It has easy access to I-95 and is mostly good for locals to bring children for a day of fun in the sun!" notes Cort B. about Topeekeegee Yugnee Park.
Site selection strategy: At Yacht Haven Park & Marina, choosing the right spot matters. "The best part about the park is backing your RV up to the docks on the river and seeing all the boats go by at night," suggests Harry B.
Hook-up availability: Full service connections are standard at most area campgrounds. "Excellent Broward County park with full RV facilities. Plenty of recreational options. Great spot for first family camp out," notes Bob S. about Markham Park.
Parking considerations: Some parks have challenging navigation. "Very tight parking and roads. The water pressure was terrible," warns Harry B. about Yacht Haven Park, suggesting larger rigs exercise caution when maneuvering.
Site spacing: Space between sites varies significantly between parks. "I loved the peace and quiet at this park. The Park rangers are amazing and you have a dog amount of space to yourself!" shares Cat A. about the generous spacing at Markham Park, making it ideal for those with pets requiring more room.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Plantation, FL is Davie / Fort Lauderdale KOA with a 3.4-star rating from 18 reviews.
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