Best Glamping near Sanibel, FL

Escape into nature and disconnect from daily life with glamping near Sanibel. The Dyrt lets you enjoy a unique, rustic Sanibel experience while glamping. You're sure to find glamping for your Florida camping adventure.

Best Glamping Sites Near Sanibel, Florida (6)

    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Cayo Costa State Park Campground near Boca Grande, FL

    1. Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    101 Photos
    339 Saves
    Boca Grande, Florida

    Cayo Costa State Park protects the Charlotte Harbor Estuary and provides visitors with a majestic piece of untouched Florida.

    An unspoiled Gulf Coast island evokes images of wind-shaped trees, dunes, beaches and freedom to explore. This especially rings true for Cayo Costa Island.

    Accessible only by boat or kayak, this former fishing ground of the Calusa Indians features nine miles of undeveloped shoreline for swimming, snorkeling, shelling, fishing, birdwatching and exploration along with several walking and bicycling trails through the island’s interior. Shorebirds are numerous, and one might spot manatees, porpoises and sea turtles offshore.

    This is coastal Florida at its best! Campsites and cabins are available for overnight stays, and a ferry service runs to the island from several mainland locations. Visitors are reminded that camping is allowed only in designated sites in the campground on Cayo Costa.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Tent Cabin

    $22 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA near St. James City, FL

    2. Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    11 Reviews
    34 Photos
    99 Saves
    St. James City, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Periwinkle Park near Sanibel, FL

    3. Periwinkle Park

    9 Reviews
    39 Photos
    290 Saves
    Sanibel, Florida

    Amenities include: Complete Hookups Picnic Tables Restrooms/Showers Laundry Ice LP Gas Pavilion available for private & public functions Beach, Golf, Shops & Dining all within walking distance NO DOGS ALLOWED. NO CREDIT CARDS. WI-FI NOT PROVIDED If you need Wi-Fi during your stay, you must supply your own hotspot. Verizon has the best coverage in our area. Please note Campfires are not permitted.

    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 - $62 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at San Carlos RV Resort & Marina near Fort Myers Beach, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at San Carlos RV Resort & Marina near Fort Myers Beach, FL

    4. San Carlos RV Resort & Marina

    3 Reviews
    1 Photo
    82 Saves
    Fort Myers Beach, Florida
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Endless Summer RV Park near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Endless Summer RV Park near Naples, FL

    5. Endless Summer RV Park

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    34 Saves
    Naples, Florida

    Just a few miles east of sunny downtown Naples, Florida you will find the gorgeous RV Resort that is Endless Summer. With a location like this one, your possibilities for fun and relaxation are as endless as our name suggests. If you like golf, this community is perfect for you, as it sits minutes away from over 80 different golf courses, catering to a variety of levels of golf expertise. Not into golf? That's ok, hop in your car for a quick 15-minute drive west to the stunning white, sandy beaches of Naples. Or, spend your beautiful winter days among countless numbers of nearby shops and restaurants. Don't wait another minute, book your stay now! Your Endless Summer awaits!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL
    Camper-submitted photo at Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest near Naples, FL

    6. Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    7 Reviews
    56 Photos
    104 Saves
    Naples, Florida
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $10 / night

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Recent Glamping Reviews near Sanibel, Florida

55 Reviews of 6 Sanibel Campgrounds


  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jan. 28, 2022

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Beach camping paradise

    This place is special.  Best beach oriented camping in Florida.  The shelling is amazing and you truly feel like you have traveled back in time.  We have camped there in a tent site three times in the last year.  The campground closed for several months in summer 2021 to eradicated the rodents.  It worked!  We did not see or hear one rodent when we stayed for three nights in November 2021.  If campers / visitors will keep a clean camp site and not leave food and garbage out, the rodents should stay under control.

      No problem with bugs in the dry season, but you still need some bug spray at dawn and dusk.

  • Beth P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA
    Apr. 18, 2019

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Fisherman's camp

    This is an out of the way park. The map may show that it's close to Sanibel and Ft Meyers but it is not really by car. This place grows on you. Pine island has no beaches but does have a lot of fishing spots and great restaurants. The noseeums about did me in there. No one sits out once the sun starts to set. The pool closes at dusk. The laundry room is spotless and adjoins a wonderful library. This park has mostly permanent residents but the people are friendly. There is a nice dog park and playground.

  • Michelle S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jan. 1, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Lovely Quaint Place

    We were running close to the cut off for check in due to traffic. We called and the clerk waited for us to get there. We made it just under the wire. The sites were close together and a bit tight, but they are nice gravel for the rig and a concrete pad for your rug. Each site has a grill and picnic table. Fires are not permitted. The beach is a short bike ride away, but can be walked too. This place only takes cash or check and is kind of old school. But the prices are awesome for staying on Sanibel Island. There is a nice restaurant across the street from the park. There is an aviary in the campground. This place is also a trailer park with mobile homes super close to each other. Not many campsites available, so book early. The bath houses were nicely kept and no issues. The sites are all full hook up. We will be back again.

  • Megan K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Sep. 16, 2018

    Periwinkle Park

    Sanibel Island on a Budget

    Sanibel Island is a great vacation spot full of vacation homes, white sand beaches, and world-class shell hunting. This is the only campsite available on the entire island, and as a result it is a bit pricier than most camp sites, but it is far and away the most economical way to see the island. It is driving f distance from most of the local tourist sites we stayed for a week and never ran out of things to do.

    The campground is less than a mile from the beach, easily walkable and even easier to bike. The campsite is designed to acomódate RV camping and long term mobile home set ups, however there are some lots available for tents as well. Due to the RV and location in city limits there are no campfires allowed, but grills are allowed and the site has very well kept and clean shower/bathroom facilities.

  • Jeanene A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jun. 9, 2017

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Best Island Camping in Florida

    Want to avoid the crowds and have a heavenly beach camping experience? Cayo Costa is absolutely the best place for getting away from everything civilized!. They offer primitive camping only, bring your tent and good stakes as the wind is steady there) or rent a cabin (there are 12 of them - no a/c - no sleeps 6 - single stacked wooden bunks - no padding) and reachable only by ferry (must reserve ahead) or private boat. There are showers and restrooms but no sinks for washing dishes and you are asked to take everything you bring on the island off with you.

    Can you say dark... make sure you bring flashlights and headlamps because this place is DARK at night!

    No phone signals and no electricity so leave your cell phones at home unless you have a charging block and want to use to take photos. Easiest way to get there is by ferry, they will haul your camping gear and even your kayak if you reserve in advance.There are carts available to load your gear in to get it off the dock from the ferry (but you may have to wait in line to use), and a golf cart/tram or truck will take you back to the camping area.During the day the beach is busy during summer break, but many folks come out for the day only. The island is fun to explore - "At one time approximately 20 fishing families lived on Cayo Costa in the early 1900s, where they established a school, a post office and a grocery store." per the state park website

    The 9 miles of beach is great! Nice and shallow for a bit (on parts of the beach) but the shelling is awesome. Lots of different shells and sharks teeth from many varieties of sharks . Usually you are able to purchase wood for fires at the ranger station. Bring all of your food and WATER. Also pack lots of bug spray for no-see-ums and mosquitos, Sunblock, Sunglasses and a hat - you will be glad you did as the reflection off the water can be brutal..You are pretty much on your own out there after the last ferry leaves for the day, enjoy a moonlit walk on the beach or an amazing sunset.

    One of our top 5 favorite camps in Florida!

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest
    May. 28, 2019

    Horseshoe Primitive Campground in Picayune Strand State Forest

    RANGER REVIEW: GREGORY ZULU 35L BACKPACK AT PICAYUNE STRAND STATE FOREST

    RANGER REVIEW: GREGORY ZULU 35 BACKPACK AT PICAYUNE STRAND STATE FOREST-HORSESHOE CAMPGROUND

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Florida offers very diverse camping opportunities throughout the state. Not many states can offer year-round camping along lakes, rivers, oceans, swamps, undulating terrain to pancake flat, grasslands, sugar sand to elevated chickee huts. Camping in Florida is not for the faint of heart, but for the adventurous...much like any state. However, in Florida, you may encounter crawling or slithering reptiles and spinning spiders in various shapes and sizes, non-venomous and otherwise...gators or saltwater crocs...otters, manatee or sharks...wild hog, bear, bobcat or relocated panther.  In the fairly young Picayune Strand State Forest many of these reside. Most are shy and elusive, rarely to be seen...but they are present. Many wrongly assume the voracious and plentiful mosquito is the state bird...not so much...but come prepared with repellant any time of year.

    Almost comically, Picayune Strand State Forest (https://www.freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/Florida-Forest-Service/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Picayune-Strand-State-Forest) was the location where the 1950's phrase has its origination..."If you believe that, I've got some swamp land in Florida to sell you." Land developers laid flat the land southeast of the city of Naples, put a grid of sandy roads in and flew prospective buyers in helicopters above the land during the dry winter months to sell them on the dream of cheap prime SW Florida real estate. Problem is...this land is all part of the Everglade watershed and is under a few feet of water every year from June through November, once the rainy season begins June 1. Some bought, but very few built...so to return the sheet flow back to its original state...the State began purchasing land back through eminent domain from the mid-1980's until a remaining parcel was purchased in the mid-1990's when the Picayune Strand State Forest was named. The man-made pump-regulated canals are being blocked to allow the natural sheet flow to reclaim much of this area.

    Unilike many State Forests, while you can hike and bicycle the roads and trails throughout Picayune Strand, you cannot camp wherever you like. Horseshoe Campground https://floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/camping/horseshoe-primitive-campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=FLFS&parkId=1120199 is located on the north end of the State Forest, which travels on the south side of Alligator Alley (Interstate 75) as it turns and slices across the Everglades to Miami.

    Horseshoe Campground is a small parcel of high ground carved out of the swamp scrub. The grounds are well-maintained and clean. I found Ranger Reid, in the Ranger office, to be very friendly and helpful. He even offered a highlight that a panther, the night before my arrival, was chasing some deer about 300 yards west of the campgrounds.

    KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

    No potable water (bring all the water you need)

    No Electricity (None, zero, zilch...plenty of sunshine for solar chargers though)

    No Showers (I'd also advise against swimming in any water nearby)

    No waste recepticles (Carry out what you bring in)

    No Internet offered (Adequate cell service is available)

    ⦁ Open fires permitted in designated camping areas, in fire rings, unless posted

    ⦁ Two portable pit latrines enclosed within wood fence enclosures

    ⦁ Prepare for mosquitos year round

    ⦁ Don't forget your sunscreen

    Reservations can be made through Reserve America's website. Or you can chose to utilize one of the six (6) walk-up sites. Actually, I liked the added feature of the two tarp poles (or hammock poles) on the non-reservable walk-up sites. Between mid-November and April, it does not rain often, so its of no real advantage...unless you utilize a hammock. But from mid-May to mid-November, you are likely to experience some heavy downpours each afternoon...so sturdy tarp poles would be appreciated.

    Each site is grass covered, has one fire ring and one picnic table.

    Can't beat the pricing...$10 a night.

    True to its name, Horseshoe Campground offers paddocks for the horses and ample room for horse trailers. The Equestrian Group Camping area also has picnic tables, some grills and a pavilion. Horses must be picked up after in the campground, just like dogs.

    I saw one pop-up camper during my stay. I imagine you could back in a larger RV, but there is no gravel or concrete pad...and the grass is on a sugar sand base. So plan accordingly.

    Several trails leave the campground from the northwest corner. Adequately marked and all are sandy. If you choose to ride a bicycle on the trails or gravel roads, you'll want the largest tires possible to have both comfort and control. You can drive to other trails, such as the3.2 mile Sabal Palm trail...though during the height of the rainy season, the back road there will likely be impassable.

    Wildlife abounds and birding is huge during winter migratory months. You are also likely to see the nesting pair of bald eagles, gopher tortoise, wood stork, eastern indigo snake, red cockaded woodpecker, osprey, red-shouldered hawk, kites, and a myriad of wading birds.

    Numerous activities are nearby, whether you want to take in an Airboat Everglade tour, Shark Valley National Park, kayaking, canoeing throughout the Big Cypress Basin. Gulf Coast beaches are an hour away...either in Marco Island, Naples, Bonita Springs or Fort Myers Beach.

    Bike racers convene on Picayune Strand every May for the 50 mile Tour de Picayune https://tourdepicayune.org/.

    PRODUCT REVIEW: NEW GREGORY ZULU 35 BACKPACK

    Gregory Mountain Products have really stepped up their game in recent years! Not that they’ve been a slouch...Gregory Packs have long been synonymous with easing heavy loads, durability and comfort. Here's a look at Gregory's New Zulu 35 backpack https://www.gregorypacks.com/packs-bags/day-packs/zulu-35-1115ZUL35.html?dwvar\_1115ZUL35\_color=Fiery%20Red&cgidmaster=packs-day-packs#start=1 As a TheDyrt.com review Ranger, I have opportunity to review gear at no cost or substantially discounted pricing, as was the case with Gregory's New Zulu 35.

    PROS:

    •Featherweight 

    •Breathable/Airflow

    •Comfortable 

    CONS:

    •Very limited pole loop and bungee

    First and foremost, Gregory's Zulu 35 prolific use of breathable cutouts in the hip-belt and shoulder strap padding, coupled with the large holed mesh liners elevate airflow to new levels. The taut mesh back panel creates ample space between the pack body and the wearer’s back resulting in more airflow. Greater airflow, greater comfort. A thinner aluminum loop outlined the back panel for pack support and stability.

    The Hip Belt: All hip-belts are not created equal. The Zulu 35 is a huge departure from previous Gregory models. The 3D Comfort Cradle was created to eliminate hotspots. Absent is the lower lumbar padding, thick hip bone padding and swivel...present is the FreeFloat ventilated suspension system. Hip-belt bellow pockets are cavernous in comparison to former Gregory models...8” zippers offer plenty of room for current smartphones, even when housed in protective cases. The pocket bellows 1.5” at the top and 2” at the bottom...and is nearly 11” from front to rear. Both pockets are coated nylon packcloth in contrast Gregory’s former generation Baltoro with one waterproof pocket and first generation Paragon packs that offered one of the pockets in a light breathable fabric. Note: Cram too many hard edged or lumpy items in those pockets and you may feel them through the ‘foam cutout’ areas.

    Shoulder Straps: They may not be thinner, but they feel thinner... amply comfortable. Adjustment for size is a snap...well, actually more of a pull. Slide a hand down and separate the hook-n-loop and adjust to your desired height (marked in 1” increments). The chest strap slides along 9” integrated piping making the perfect placement simple. At 6'0," and with my torso length, I felt I was at the very top end of the adjustment.The logo’d QuickStow eyewear band and elastic keeper strap adorns the left shoulder strap simplifying sunglass storage. The right chest strap incorporates a hydration hose retention hook...but the coolest is the chest strap buckle now has an integrated high shrill whistle! How cool is that?! Buckle coloration has changed too. Male end is a dark gray, female end a light gray.

    Pack Body: The main body is a lightweight coated, nylon pack cloth shell with lightweight stretch fabric ambidextrous 8”x 6” deep waterbottle/storage sleeves and a 12” x 7” deep breathable stretch fabric exterior rear stash pocket with adjustable top buckle. Two compression straps on each side help keep the load stable. The Zulu 35 offers one large compartment with a top load cinch opening and a U shaped 40” zipper allows easy access to entire main pack contents. Absent is an unnecessary bottom zipper. The top load offers a 34” circumference so no worries about restrictions. The main body interior supplies a protective hydration sleeve along with both a Gregory hydration pack specific SpeedClip snap hook and also a nylon loop for other brands. Trekking/ski pole or ice axe loop (adjustable!) and cinch bungee are intended to keep items secure. (*I found the combo for attaching my poles to be rather ineffective, as the bungee, even cinched tightly, did not prevent my poles from swinging metronome style at the top, which you can see from my pics).  All pack zippers include molded Comfort Grip nylon loops for easy pulling.

    Pack Hood: The hood has one outer and one inner zippered pocket. The outer pocket will hold ample ancillary items, whereas the inner pocket is intended as a dedicated “labeled” Rain Cover storage pocket. But stuffing the Rain Cover into the main body stretch stuff pocket or water bottle/storage sleeve frees up an additional zippered pocket. Two small web lash loops on the outside of the hood are nice for securing solar panels or carabiners for hanging your Tentlab Deuce shovel.

    **Final Thoughts: ** Born a skeptic, things are rarely as advertised but the New Gregory Zulu 35 is the real deal. Until now, I loved my overly padded hip belts, shoulder straps and back panels of yesterday’s packs...but the Zulu 35’s comfort level was astounding, catching me totally off guard. Granted, I was only hauling 30lbs, but it was ‘out of sight-out of mind.’ The purposefully engineered breathable mesh and cut-outs worked...in blazing sun and 89 degrees, I was comfortable. I usually haul heavy loads (55-65lbs) for long treks...but I was able to pack enough in the Zulu 35 for four days worth and still had room. Apart from the ineffective bungee cinch/adjustable loop for poles...it is nearly perfect! In the future, I’ll just stick my trekking poles (upside down) in the side pocket and cinch ‘em down with the side compression straps with my tent poles. Problem solved.

    Overall Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    **Stats: **

    Size: Gregory Zulu 35 (Med/Lg)

    Capacity: 35 liters/2136 cu in

    Pack Weight: 2.89

    Recommended Maximum carry weight: 35 lbs

    Reviewer: 6’0/185, 21” torso 

    Price Point:  $169.95

  • Dave V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Want your own island...well...here it is!

    Though Cayo Costa State Park is located in SW Florida...a bustling madhouse of northerners from Oct through May...you can still find peace and quiet.

    Most folks prefer to pay the $45 to take the ferry across the waterway between Pine Island and Cayo Costa...but I say save a few bucks...brave the power boaters, stuff your gear in dry bags, cram them into the kayak and paddle to/from the island. (The only downside is you have to leave your kayaks up on storage racks at the Cayo Costa Ranger Station).

    Take the time to plan your paddle around, between and through the barrier islands to Cayo Costa. There is some big water, that might put your panties in a bunch if you aren't use to it. With all the skirting, figure about 5 water miles...give or take. We left Pineland Marina (overnight parking was $8 for your vehicle)...paddled across to Black Key, down through Orange Pass, around Coon Key, pass between the southern point of Useppa island and Terrassee Island and stop for lunch on Cabbage Key...at none other than Cabbage Key Restaurant (where Jimmy Buffet wrote/sang of "cheeseburger in paradise"...for real!). We are talking Old Florida here. Then weave your way north a couple mles to the Cayo Costa State Park Ranger Station/Camp Store. You'll get a rickshaw type hauler to pull all your gear the nearly one mile to the other west side of the island where the tent sites and primitive cabins are.

    Remember, if you do take the ferry...know the times of arrival and departure...or you'll be staying another day.

    If you paddle...know the upcoming forecast. If weather turns poorly...you'll be nervously paddling back singing the Gilligan's Island theme song.

    Caveat: This is SW Florida...we are talking below the tropics line folks. It's hot. If you rent one of the primitive cabins (do so long in advance...) there is no electricity, so there is no AC, fans or what-have-you. If you are in a tent...its hot...suck it up and love it! Being SW Florida...on the Gulf...sand and all...you get skeeters and no-see-ums or chiggers. If there is no wind off the Gulf, sometimes you'll get small biting flies. I only add this, so you come prepared. Sawyer Permithrin Clothing spray works great...I spray it on my clothes and tent.

    Also know, that from June through October, it'll ordinarily rain for a short duration in the afternoon. Nothing to worry about and it cools things down (just kidding...it cranks up the humidity). You'll be in your swimsuit anyways...

    It seems as though you are marooned on your own little island. You'll enjoy a myriad of water birds (herons, egrets, diver ducks, anhinga, spoonbills, pelicans, sea gulls) along with osprey, bald eagles, kingfisher and kites. The beach is awesome...and sunsets like you've never enjoyed before! Stargazing is to die for...no ambient light to wash out the blackness of the night sky.

    Swim, shell, explore, fish (get a free shoreline fishing license first..ya, I know...if its free why bother...but it is the law)...it doesn't get much better than this.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Island Getaway

    Not far from the mainland, this island has a wonderful state park on its northern tip. You can get there by ferry, private boat(there are slips) or kayak(about 8 miles 1 way). A trolley takes you the 1/2 from the docks to the gulf side of the island where the campground is. The sites are very spacious with fire pits, picnic table and at some sites a place to hang a hammock. There are also cabins to rent. There is a bathroom with outdoor showers. Once there you can go to the beach, collect shells, hike, fish, kayak, geocache and watch the stars at night. We were there during a meteor shower and had a fantastic show on the beach that night. I highly recommend this little spot of paradise off the Florida coast.

  • Jennifer L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cayo Costa State Park Campground
    Nov. 15, 2019

    Cayo Costa State Park Campground

    Amazing!

    This is a true gem in South Florida, a remote island paradise. Miles of beaches with very few people and great hiking/biking trails through the scrub. Pack lightly as you will need to load and unload all of your stuff on the ferry and then the tram and then carry it to the campsite. There is no electricity but cell service with AT&T was great (not that I wanted to use it much). The camp store sells souvenirs and necessities (snacks, cold drinks, firewood, ice, more insect repellant). Restrooms are clean and there is potable water available there, so no need to bring your own and waste plastic. I was glad I didn’t bring my kayak, as it would have been a lot to haul with me, and I rented one for $20 for a half day on the island. Although bikes are also available for rent, I would probably bring my own bike next time as it would be helpful to get around during the 4 days I was there and find more remote locations.

    Insects are a serious issue, even in the fall and winter. Hope for a breeze to deter the no-see-ums. I used DEET spray and a thermacell and a permethrin-treated tent and still left with dozens of bites, and that was in November. Next time I would wear pants and long-sleeve shirts in the evenings. Fortunately I didn’t see any rats while I was there  

    My campsite was #13 and it was one of the smaller ones but well-shaded and apart from the louder cabins. Some campsites have hammock posts and otherwise you are not allowed to hang hammocks on the trees, so plan accordingly.

  • Joshua B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Aug. 3, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Quiet but smelly

    The campsite is beautiful and well maintained. Lots of landscape and birds to see. Good location. However, be mindful of your location. There is an area right next to the sewage treatment facility and it stinks bad when the wind is wrong. It was wrong most of my weekend.

  • Erik P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Feb. 1, 2022

    Periwinkle Park

    Great spot

    Super close to a nice beach. Birds were so cool. Everything worked. Park was clean. Good size lots.

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Quaint park with cute, clean amenities

    Have camped here twice this year. Bring your bike as beach is half mile away. This is a bird watcher paradise. Lots of parrots as well as native birds. Love all the squawking when they wake up in morning! Nice, family atmosphere. Note: no TMobile service in campground. Ice is available onsite. We will be back!

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Even overflow sites not bad

    Had 3 sites together. This park has many permanent residents so our sites backed up to small trailer homes. Didn't bother us much as we had pond and Avery in front of sites and enough trees for hammocks and shade. Birds are amazing. If you are around at feeding time, you can often see parrots riding around in a gold cart!

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    May. 16, 2021

    Periwinkle Park

    Amazing!!

    This place is amazing. I wanted to take my kids camping with only a tent. I called the day before and made reservations for the next day. The check-in lady was so nice. Place is very clean and every one is so friendly. We loved it and we definitely will be coming back.

  • Linda A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    May. 11, 2020

    Periwinkle Park

    Sanibel Island

    Nice park close to the beach! Concrete patios, clean bath houses and laundry rooms. Lots are spaced nicely, full hook ups, good WiFi and cell service.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Periwinkle Park
    Sep. 24, 2022

    Periwinkle Park

    Great South Fl Escape

    Enjoyed our brief stay at Periwinkle. Quiet, good bathrooms, a short hike to the beach and great restaurants and bars and ice cream within walking. Also serves as an exotic bird refuge. So much to like. Great price point.

  • JEFFREY W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA
    Jul. 27, 2021

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Super clean pool and helpful staff

    One of the better maintained KOA campgrounds. Staff really cares and willing to do whatever it takes to help you have a great stay. There is even a hot tub! Grocery store nearby, which is really convenient. Good cell service and ok wifi. Have to drive to beach but so worth it! Super beaches and amazing water.

  • Steven  B.
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    Jun. 12, 2018

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Stayed in May 2017

    Nice campground and facilities. The pool was awesome. EverythIng was clean. We had an issue with the breaker kicking. We ended up using the box for the next site, issues were done. Only down side ... no shade and the sand fleas were eating us up.

  • Amanda A.
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    Oct. 27, 2021

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Great stay

    Campground had great amenities. Clean showers and bathrooms. Club house with ping pong. Very empty during this time of year. Bugs were at their peak. No complaints, easy contact less check in and check out!

  • Caleb K.
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    Nov. 2, 2023

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Citra Royal Palm RV Park

    Well I called to reserve for the night. I was given a discounted $40 overnight rate. It seemed fair, but the conditions were underwhelming. I had to use the shower and bathrooms and frankly… it was a hole in the wall. The shower was literally just a hole in the wall! Had to walk carefully in the bathroom to avoid getting in contact with the disgusting conditions.

  • Caleb K.
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    Nov. 2, 2023

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Shellmound Campground

    Located in Jasper, TN. This is a place to visit! Fair rates ($35/night) and great views. Friendly staff. Upkeep on bathrooms and showers. Very pleased with my stay here! The lot was a tight squeeze so if you’re not an experienced driver, you may want to request a different lot selection.

  • Nicole C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jan. 17, 2022

    Fort Myers-Pine Island KOA

    Its.. a nice place

    It takes an hour to drive to the closest beach, Almost everything inside the campground closes 8pm including the pool and the office and the laundry. The spaces are very tight and there is some pretty strict rules that I was unfamiliar with, Including I couldn't put my little doggy fence up in the grass next to my camper. The man that came around in the golf cart with the rule book was a very horrible person. Aside from that everybody else was very nice and the campground is actually well kept and it is nice.


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