RV camping near Royal Palm Beach, Florida offers lakefront sites at Lake Okeechobee and oceanside options along the Atlantic coast. The subtropical climate maintains warm temperatures year-round, with summer highs averaging 90°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 60°F. Sites within 20 miles of Royal Palm Beach provide access to both urban amenities and natural areas including wetland preserves and palm hammocks.
What to do
Fishing at Lake Okeechobee: South Bay RV Campground provides convenient access to lake fishing. "Site up against levee to Lake Ocochobee. Nice place to walk and enjoy sights," notes Jeffrey W.
Beach access: Juno Ocean Walk RV Resort is located within walking distance of Atlantic beaches. "Great location and just across the street from the fishing pier," reports Deb K., who stayed with a 34-foot travel trailer.
Swimming and relaxation: The pool amenities at several parks provide alternatives to beach swimming. At Paradise Island RV Resort, campers note the "slots were spacey and the pool seemed nice," according to Christoph.
Urban exploration: Many parks offer proximity to Fort Lauderdale attractions. "Great guest services, friendly staff. Near grocery store, and everything!" reports Milagros B. about Paradise Island's location advantages.
What campers like
Clean facilities: South Bay earns consistent praise for maintenance. "Totally in love with this place! Super quiet. Impeccably clean!" writes Jennifer B. Another camper adds it's "well landscaped county park with full hookups."
Lakefront views: Pahokee Marina & Campground delivers exceptional waterfront settings. "This place is GREAT. Quiet, right on water," reports Jeff T., who also noted "Water pressure is great. Electric is perfect."
Convenient locations: Many parks position campers near essential services. Richard H. spent 14 months at Paradise Island and found "it was extremely convenient to all of the Fort Lauderdale area."
Security features: Gated access provides peace of mind at several facilities. At South Bay RV Campground, Alistar B. appreciates that "the overall RV Camp is well organized, secure, and offers all the amenities (laundry, hookups, water, showers, and even an entry code)."
What you should know
Site spacing concerns: Some parks feature tight quarters between units. At Encore Sunshine Holiday, Keith F. reports: "I could hardly get my RV and Car Trailer through the campground."
Seasonal population shifts: Encore Breezy Hill experiences significant demographic changes seasonally. Tom V. observes: "Very large population of french speaking Canadians. Most don't/won't speak english. Hard to make any friends if you don't speak french."
Pet restrictions vary: Contrary to many parks, Encore Breezy Hill prohibits pets entirely. Ian R. reports: "This 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."
Traffic noise considerations: Sites near roads experience traffic sounds. At South Bay, tent campers report "you are near a freeway that goes and goes."
Tips for camping with families
Pool and recreation amenities: Highland Pines RV Resort provides family-friendly features. "Nice pool and billiards room. Remodeled bathrooms," notes Scott M.
Tent camping limitations: Some parks accommodate tents but with basic facilities. At South Bay, Alistar B. explains: "The separation between tent sites is pretty ambiguous too. One table and one huge group fire pit and two BBQ for all tent campers."
Light pollution considerations: Families with small children should note lighting conditions. Jeffrey W. mentions at South Bay: "Had to sleep with pillow on face as there are bright lights that stay on all night."
Proximity to eateries: Some parks offer easy access to family dining. Jeffrey W. recommends: "Make sure and eat at the Airport Diner...best food in town" when staying near South Bay.
Tips from RVers
Bathroom quality varies: Facility maintenance differs significantly between parks. Luis V. cautions about Pahokee Marina: "The biggest downside was the condition of the restrooms—they were in very poor shape and had a strong, unpleasant odor."
Hookup positioning: At Del Raton RV Park, hookup layout may present challenges. "The patios are higher than the gravel so you might have problems with fold out stairs," notes one RVer who stayed in a 2021 Jayco 284BHS.
Internet reliability: Connectivity varies widely between parks. Del Raton reviewers note: "Internet is hit and miss a lot of the time. Not reliable enough for work."
Water pressure concerns: Some parks experience utility fluctuations. At Del Raton, campers report "Water pressure is sub-par" despite changing filters.
