Best RV Parks & Resorts near Sanibel, FL

Several RV parks sit within 20 miles of Sanibel, Florida, offering varied options for motorhome travelers. Gulf Waters RV Resort in Fort Myers Beach provides full hookup sites with 30/50 amp service, concrete pads, and big-rig friendly access. Periwinkle Park, the only RV campground on Sanibel Island itself, features full hookup sites though spaces are notably tight. Encore Gulf Air operates year-round with full hookups including 50 amp service and accommodates pets at their Fort Myers Beach location. Fort Myers/Pine Island KOA Holiday offers big-rig friendly sites with 50 amp hookups and sewer connections. "The sites are level & compact with concrete patio pads," notes one RVer who stayed at a nearby resort, highlighting the well-maintained infrastructure common to the area's parks.

Winter months bring heavy demand to Sanibel area RV parks, with many requiring reservations 11 months in advance for prime spots. Cell service varies by location but remains generally strong throughout the region, with Verizon users reporting consistent connectivity. Most parks maintain on-site sanitary dump stations, though W.P. Franklin North offers only a dump station near the exit rather than sewer hookups at individual sites. Hurricane recovery continues to affect some facilities, with certain amenities still under renovation at parks damaged by recent storms. Pet-friendly policies are standard across most RV resorts, though specific restrictions may apply. One traveler cautioned about drainage issues at Encore Fort Myers Beach, noting: "It rained and I woke up to find my camper surrounded by 4 inches of water."

Best RV Sites Near Sanibel, Florida (94)

    1. Encore Fort Myers Beach

    6 Reviews
    Fort Myers Beach, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The pros on this RV park are that it is only 4 miles from the beach and very convenient to shopping. Fort Myers, Sanibel, Cape Coral are all just 15 to 20 minutes drive."

    "Clean laundry facilities, nice clean dog park with a bench, perfect for the smaller dogs. Super tight, awning to awning. That's the only reason I dropped a star."

    2. Encore Gulf Air

    2 Reviews
    Fort Myers Beach, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Love that it's close to the beach, just needs Moore trees."

    "Great place to spend the winter. 3 miles from the beach."

    3. Fort Myers / Pine Island KOA Holiday

    1 Review
    St. James City, FL
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    4. Sun Resorts & Residences Sanibel Gateway

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    Fort Myers Beach, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (239) 466-8988

    $99 / night

    5. Encore Pioneer Village

    3 Reviews
    North Fort Myers, FL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "My mother had a trailer there for a long time until her death. I am going to try to be the snowbird and stay a few months."

    "This is a park with permanent sites, transient and seasonal people, with a the locals prominently making the social life active and fun."

    6. Encore Sunseekers

    2 Reviews
    North Fort Myers, FL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "amazing people and the sites were level and close to beach access within a couple miles.Sanibel Island I was in awe beautiful. The bath houses were clean and well kept up. The pool was enjoyable."

    7. NOFO GROVES Getaway

    6 Reviews
    North Fort Myers, FL
    27 miles
    Website

    $50 / night

    "Very beautiful family, amazing, peaceful and quiet Highly recommended"

    "Very beautiful, quite and peaceful location for camping out"

    8. Gulf Waters RV Resort

    1 Review
    Fort Myers Beach, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (239) 437-5888

    "The place is beautiful, well kept, and so very peaceful. Rest rooms were updated and clean. Very Friday staff in office. Kid and pet friendly. Trolly next door to take you to beach."

    9. Encore Gulf View

    1 Review
    Punta Gorda, FL
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    10. Encore Harbor Lakes

    4 Reviews
    El Jobean, FL
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "We came back to Florida to retrive our car after a 3 month stay in New England. This campground was right down the road from where we needed to conduct our business."

    "We wanted to use our generator for camping to test it out, but it would not start. Had to have a RV park nearby and called, and booked a site within 10 minutes. Very pleased with the accommodations."

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RV Park Reviews near Sanibel, FL

229 Reviews of 94 Sanibel Campgrounds


  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 27, 2019

    Sea Isle Resort

    Convenient to Matlacha

    Our stay here was a bit weird. Since it was March in Florida (and nearly impossible to find available campsites unless you reserved 11 months in advance), we called ahead to see if there was room. When Carl learned we only had a 17-foot camper van, he agreed to “fit us in”. Yes, there was a slot that we backed into and we had room to erect our screen room on the concrete pad next to our van but there was absolutely NO privacy between sites. Many of the people here were long-term residents and not generally vacationing campers. Although information says the rates range from $30-$60 per night, we paid $50, cash only. There were no restrooms on-site, but we were able to use the clean restrooms at the county park across the street (but had to make a mad dash across the busy road to get there). It suited our needs for two nights to enjoy small and quirky Matlacha, including walking distance to kayaking opportunities, but we wouldn’t choose to stay here again.

  • Kasey L.
    Sep. 18, 2024

    *Coming Soon in 2025!* Palm Breeze Luxury RV Resort

    Palm Breeze Coming Soon!

    We're beyond excited for the grand opening of Palm Breeze Luxury RV Resort and have already booked our stay for 2025! The amazing amenities, combined with the family-friendly and pet-friendly atmosphere, make it the perfect getaway for everyone. The reservations team was incredibly friendly and helpful, and the new management company is doing a fantastic job. We can't wait to experience everything this resort has to offer!

  • Josh D.
    Jun. 2, 2019

    Northtide Naples 55+ RV Resort

    Simple place

    If your looking for a weekend get away this is not the place. If you are looking for long term camper living this is the place for you. The sites dont have fire rings or bbq pits and they are very small and cramped together but what can you ask for. They do have a heated pool and are close to town since they are in the middle of it. Coin operated laundry and there is a day room

  • E
    Oct. 12, 2020

    Myakka River RV Resort

    Low Key Campground

    We stayed here for a week and overall it’s a solid, no frills place to stay. Level & compact sites with concrete patio pads. Our site backed right up to the marsh, which had a lot of birds & wildlife. There’s a pool, laundry, fenced dog area, and WiFi (for an extra fee). Verizon cell service was solid & always had connection. Mostly long term residents here but they are really friendly & helpful.

  • Megan K.
    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.

  • Stacey M.
    Sep. 30, 2017

    Koreshan State Park Campground

    Our favorite place close to home

    We camp Koreshan because it is literally less than 10 minutes from our house. We can set up camp and stay throughput the week even if the kids have school. It’s hard to book a weekend at any Florida campground in season so plan ahead if you want a Florida State park. This campground has short trails to hike through beautiful bamboo forests. A ramp for putting in your kayaks or SUPs as well as kayak rental. Locations to fish the river. You are a 20 minute drive to the beach from here. Very centrally located to shopping and farmers markets. Koreshan has a farmers market there at the park I believe on Sundays. The campsites have a fire pit and wood is sold at the entrance. It is a historic site of the early settlers of the area from the late 1800’s so there are historical buildings on site to tour. It is a pet friendly campground. The only reason I give this campground 4* rather than 5 is because of the road noise from Hwy 41 that it is off. It’s quite peaceful until you get a motorcycle racing up and down the highway at 2am. They do have specific sites if you wish to camp in hammocks. If you google the campground you should be able to find out which sites those are.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 3, 2024

    Panther Pond Primitive Campground — Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest

    Secluded Campsites

    Panther Pond: We really liked this quiet campground with very secluded sites. More sunshine and solar at Okaloacoochee Overflow and Hunt Camp. To Do: Nearby trails here to talk of grass to comfortably walk in. Either not much recent horse traffic or they just have not been mowed. Either is probably due to this year’s wet winter .

    Make sure to make the 30 minute drive to the board walk on Sic Island Dr. Short walk to the short boardwalk. Outstanding way to leave with a taste of the slough.

    Bicycles on Wildcow Rd

    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: 4.5 for Great privacy. Price 2023: $ 10 for seniors Security: None Usage during visit: 1/4 full Site Privacy: most all sites – excellent, with shrubbery in between sites. Site Spacing: very nice Site surface: dirt Reservations: required Campground Noise: Quiet Road Noise: Maybe a little from Cow Path Rd. Very little travel. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no none Potable Water Available: a couple miles away at Hunt camp there is a hand pump at the horse corals. Rangers say it is not portable.
    Generators: allowed Bathroom: chemical toilets Showers: no Pull Throughs: None Cell Service (AT&T): one bar Setting: in a long pine forest, with lots of palm tree shrubbery Recent Weather: clear with highs in the upper 60s Solar: some sites. See below. Host: no Rig Size: 17 to 20 foot trailer will fit in some sites in my opinion. See below. Sites: Will easily fit a 17 foot trailer: 1,2,3*,5*,7,6,9*,11, *very nice solar at 2 PM, but not all day.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 2, 2024

    Okaloacoochee Slough Overflow Campground

    Quiet and Peaceful

    Overflow CG, Okaloacoochee FLSF: We had a peaceful experience staying here for 5 days.

    To Do: Nearby trails here to talk of grass to comfortably walk in. Either not much recent horse traffic or they just have not been mowed. Either is probably due to this year’s wet winter . Make sure to make the 30 minute drive to the board walk on Sic Island Dr. Short walk to the short boardwalk. Outstanding way to leave with a taste of the slough.
    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good.

    Wildcow Rd beginning at the campground is a nice walk. Three walks with only 1 vehicle during our walk.

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer. ) Overall Rating: 4.5 for mostly large sites, but no privacy in between. Price 2023: $ 11 about w taxes Security: None Usage during visit: 1/2 Site Privacy: Open Site Spacing: most of the 6 sites are large Site surface: Gravel Reservations: Required Campground Noise: Very quiet.
    Road Noise: Wildcow, a backcountry road, runs along campground. Not busy during our visit, but can be more busy I hear. Could be a dust problem when there is less rain. Through Traffic in campground: Along Wildcow. Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Ram gets report as non-potable water at Hunt Camp, .25 miles. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Chemical toilets.
    Showers: No Pull Throughs: No Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: 3’ tall native grass in between sites. Recent Weather: Sunny, not too hot Solar: The best Host: No Rig Size: Any size. Sites: 1 is best. 6 is second, but closer to the road which was infrequently used during our stay. 3 and 4, unfortunately back up to each other.

  • J
    Dec. 9, 2021

    Naples/Marco Island KOA Holiday

    Very nice and laid back

    We stayed here for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it. The location is fantastic, close enough in to be 5 minutes from a super Wallmart and shopping, 25 minutes to Everglades City where we went out fishing and took an air boar tour, and is a hop skip to Marco beaches. This is your standard KOA with an upscale amenities list. The cell service and Wi-Fi were fantastic all over the site bc they have signal boosters located throughout. We are tent campers and the various tent sites seemed to be better than most. The pads were dry and flat. Each site has a table, fire pit ring, and water/ele. The sites are kinda on the steep side, but the place is nice and the owner totally believes in upgrading and maintenance, which is refreshing in this day and age. The pool facilities are super nice and the bath facilities were very clean. I will definitely be coming back to this little hide away! I give it 5 stars for its cleanliness, amenities, super friendly staff, location, and my experience staying there. We drove away with a smile on our faces and great Memories. I’m surprised there aren’t more reviews posted!


Guide to Sanibel

Experience the beauty of RV camping near Sanibel, Florida, where stunning landscapes and vibrant local culture await. With a variety of well-reviewed RV parks, you can enjoy the perfect getaway while having access to essential amenities.

Explore Local Beaches and Water Activities

  • Enjoy the proximity to beautiful beaches when you stay at San Carlos RV Resort & Marina, which offers easy access to water activities like paddleboarding and fishing.
  • The Gulf Waters RV Resort is conveniently located near Fort Myers Beach, making it a great spot for sunbathing and beachcombing.
  • For a serene experience, consider Cypress Woods RV Resort, where you can relax by the pool or take a short drive to nearby coastal attractions.

RVers Appreciate Amenities Like Full Hookups and Recreation

  • Cypress Trail RV Resort features full hookups and a range of activities, making it a favorite among RV enthusiasts looking for a well-equipped site.
  • At Sanctuary RV Resort, guests can enjoy amenities such as showers, toilets, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
  • The Bonita Lake RV Resort offers a variety of facilities, including a pool and laundry services, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors.

Big Rigs Should Check Out Spacious Sites

  • Calusa Cove RV & Mobile Home Park is known for its spacious sites that accommodate larger RVs, providing ample room for maneuvering.
  • If you're traveling with a big rig, Lazy J RV & Mobile Home Park offers generous space and easy access to local attractions.
  • The Lakes Park RV features large sites with beautiful views, perfect for those who want to enjoy the outdoors without feeling cramped.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular RV campsite near Sanibel, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Sanibel, FL is Encore Fort Myers Beach with a 3.3-star rating from 6 reviews.

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