The area around Weston, Florida includes several established campgrounds offering a mix of tent and RV camping options. Markham Park Campground in Sunrise and C.B. Smith Park Campground in Pembroke Pines provide year-round camping with full hookup sites for RVs and designated areas for tent camping. Davie/Fort Lauderdale KOA and Topeekeegee Yugnee Park Campground are also popular options within a short drive of Weston. Most campgrounds in this region are developed facilities with amenities like electric hookups, water, showers, and dump stations rather than primitive or dispersed camping areas.
Camping in the Weston area is available year-round, though Florida's hot and humid summer months can be challenging for tent campers. Many sites require advance reservations, especially during winter when northern visitors flock to South Florida. Most campgrounds are accessible via paved roads and don't require special vehicles. The region's flat terrain makes for easy camping setup, though limited shade can be an issue during warmer months. Facilities typically include restrooms, showers, and hookups for RVs. A camper noted, "This is a VERY reasonably priced campground with a lot of pluses. Access to an adjacent golf course and driving range. Bike trails. Walking trails. Wide sites that are very easy to pull through or back into."
Several visitors mentioned that while campgrounds near Weston lack the wilderness feel of more remote areas, they offer convenient access to urban amenities while still providing outdoor recreation opportunities. Campgrounds in the region typically feature paved sites, picnic tables, and fire rings. Many have lakes or ponds, though swimming is often prohibited due to alligators. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers appreciate the accessibility of these parks and their proximity to attractions. The campgrounds generally receive good ratings for cleanliness and maintenance, though some tent campers note that RV areas often have better amenities and more shade. Traffic noise can be an issue at some locations, particularly those near highways or train tracks.
"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."
"It has plenty of picnic tables, a path to the lake, and woods to explore via trails. There are some pretty interesting pieces of history leftover behind the camping field."
"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."
$35 - $57 / night
"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. "
$10 / night
"No one around at all, friendly staff when you needed and dirt cheap."
"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."
$45 - $50 / night
"I have been here a few times mainly to use the trails for disc golf. This park is a true escape from the hustle and bustle of South Florida life."
"Great place to pull over on your way to the Florida Keys or Miami for an overnight stay. Showers, charcoal grills and a small kids playground are the highlights of this park."
$110 - $300 / night
"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."
"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"
"Conveniently located near stores and everything you would need. Close to airport."
$50 - $120 / night
"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."
ScoutIt's great to be in Fort Lauderdale, so close to activities. RV park is old, poorly kept, and crowded. Mostly long-term campers who were very friendly. Vehicles parked onto narrow black top roads. Dead leaves blown to the side but not picked up. Peeling paint in showers. Friendly staff to our faces, but overheard them being unkind when they didn't know we could hear.
LegendJust south of ‘The Magic City’ (a.k.a. Miami), you’ll come across Kendall, which while definitely NOT a destination in and of itself, it does offer one of the ONLY real campgrounds within the Miami vicinity. Here, you’ll discover Larry & Penny Thompson Park Campground, which upon arrival, immediately feels like a breath of fresh air the moment you turn in off SW 184th Street, trading bumber-to-bumper grinding traffic and endless miles of jam-packed strip malls in exchange for tall palms, shady roads and a surprisingly peaceful park setting. The campground is tucked away within a sprawling county park operated by Miami-Dade, and the vibe leans more tropical retreat than urban escape, with birds chirping, breezes moving through the trees, and a calm that makes you forget you are still very much in South Florida.
Before I get into the ‘nuts& bolts’ of Larry & Penny Thompson Park CG, allow me to share – that I had a fairly HORRIBLE experience here. So let me share some more – not to be a ‘negative Nancy’ - but rather, in the hopes you can learn from my mistakes (or rather, the omissions of this CG) and not replicate the issues I experienced for yourself, allow me to shed some light on some concerns. To begin with, if you are a tent camper (like I was in this scenario) there is NO WAY to make a reservation. You simply have to show up and IF the folks in the park office feel like there’s enough room for you to stake out a piece of land on their garbage-strewn tent camping plot of grass, they alone have the DISCRETION to ALLOW you to pay them for the privilege. Given that ALL OF THOSE WITH RVs have reservation privileges, this relegates us tent campers to ‘second class citizens.’ Second, paying $28/ night gets you basically a patch of uneven land (with more tree roots that reminded me a lot of Stranger Things with all of those root-like moving alien arms all over the ground preventing a flat piece of outdoor nirvana to be discovered) and the right to access the community bathrooms. While there is solid shade and about a half dozen bag-lined garbage bins in the tent camping area, the picnic tables are all dilapidated (unlike those in the RV area that are nearly brand new), half of the water spigots didn’t function, there are no in-ground fire rings, the stand-up grills are a joke and there is ZERO electricity. Um, so what am I paying for you ask? Great question. But this wasn’t even the worst part. So here it is: I arrived at Larry & Penny Thompson Park Campground having driven nearly 8 HOURS all the way from St. Augustine and arrived at 5:13pm only to be greeted by incredibly RUDE county park staff who could only say “Sorry, you arrived after 5pm and we don’t allow any TENT CAMPERS to arrive after 5pm.” What I found preposterous is that NOWHERE – not online, not on TheDyrt and NOT EVEN ON-SITE – does it mention that one (OK, well at least us tent campers anyway) has to arrive BEFORE 5pm. Had that vital piece of information been shared with me during 1of the 3 phone calls I made to the property before I arrived – TRUST ME – I would have arrived 13 minutes earlier. You know what the worst part about this whole experience was? Apart from the fact that I was famished and exhausted, was nearly out of gas and my cell phone just died? There was absolutely NO REASON to deny me entry for arriving 13 minutes after their (artificial) deadline. All I can say is that I’m glad Mary and Joseph didn’t have to deal with Miami-Dade County Park staff that acted like hostile and rule-abiding ‘inn keepers’ otherwise our Lord and Savior would have had no other choice, like I did, but to check in to a nearby hotel. Thankfully, I had enough Marriott Bonvoy points to spend the night at a hotel, albeit an hour away.
OK, deep breath. Let it go, I say. So I returned the next day, registered my complaints and stayed for 2 nights. With this, the rest of my experience (apart from what had been previously noted) was a fairly positive one.
Before I move on, you're probably scratching your head saying "Why did this guy return after such a horrible experience?" Well, because it is the reason most choose to stay here - it is nearly the ONLY campground in the Miami, so it's either shell out $200 or $300 a night for a hotel or sleep under the stars.
The campground itself is fairly decent size with – count ‘em– not 3, not 7, but a total of 11 RV parking ‘pods’ (think small loops with about 20 slots in each) that have been thoughtfully laid out, with over 200 sites total offering full hookups, paved pads and a mix of sun and shade depending on your preference. Sites are mostly level and easy to navigate (even for larger setups) with the roads being wide enough to remove whatever stress you may be dealing with upon arrival. Amenities are strong across the board, including clean restrooms, intermittent hot showers (some days they were hot, some days they were ice cold, but no matter the day, the pressure was always incredibly low), pay-for-play laundry facilities, a few scattered playgrounds, an amenity center that offers up a large screen TV, lending library, DVDs and ample space for group gatherings. The best amenities? The amazing community pool located right next to the community center (note: only open between 10am– 5pm, so if you’ve come here because of work, that’s a bummer, unless you can work from the pool, which I couldn’t) and the freshwater lake with a sandy beach that feels like a built-in bonus for families. Oh, and during the summertime, there’s a waterslide facility that looks AMAZING! The park is pet-friendly, somewhat well-maintained if you’re not staying in the tent area (which, unfortunately, I was) and has a safe, welcoming feel throughout.
Beyond the campground, you are perfectly positioned to explore both nature and convenience. The park itself has miles of paved biking and walking trails, plus open green spaces and water access for a relaxing afternoon. Just a short drive away, you will find grocery options like Publix Super Market, Walmart Supercenter and additional essentials along US-1 along with a Costco that’s only like 20 minutes away. If you are looking to explore further, Biscayne National Park offers boating and snorkeling opportunities, while Miami Zoo is practically next door for an easy family outing. Not too far away from here you can also find fast food and casual dining spots for a bite to eat in case you grow tired of black beans w/ hot dogs for the third meal in a row.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a handful: (1) Aim for sites deeper into the loops for more shade and less road noise; (2) The freshwater lake and beach area are perfect for kids to cool off on warm afternoons; (3) Bring bikes as the paved trails throughout the park are ideal for cruising; (4) Keep an eye out for iguanas and wading birds around the water’s edge; (5) Shade varies quite a bit so a canopy can be helpful on sunnier sites - but if you are tent camping, you won't really need any shade, unless you want to be protected from the intermittent rains; (6) For a great nearby bite, check out Shiver’s BBQ at 28001 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33033; (7) You will hear non-stop urban noise and traffic from anywhere in this campground, so while you may be shuddered from the noise inside your RV or camper, you won't be so lucky inside a tent, so if that bothers you, bring earplugs; and (8) OH, how could I forget!!! Don’t arrive here AFTER 5PM!!!
Happy Camping!
ScoutGreat campground near Biscayne and Everglades National Parks.
GuideSite has high traffic due to how close it is to I-75. The primitive camp is located on the FTA Orange Trail. No reservations needed. Unfortunately due to its closeness there can be trash, not everyone follows Leave No Trace. In the wet season there is a creek to the south which you need to cross to get to the campground. During the dry season it is bone dry. Recommend bringing in water. Fairly large, but smaller than Panther and Nobles. Not much trees, so little shade and limited hammock camping opportunities. There is one aluminum picnic table and a fire ring. There are smaller cleared areas in the back of the site for additional tent camping sites with a smaller fire ring.
GuideThis campground is the farthest out from I-75. Located on the FTA Orange Trail it is the smallest. There is a bench and a fire ring. It is right on the trail so no privacy from hikers doing the loop. No water, recommend bringing your own, especially during the dry season. A spur goes north from that site, however it is overgrown. Barely a signal on the cell. The area is open, not much shade or trees if you hammock camp. No reservations needed.
GuideEvery spot on the campground was great, and you can bring your boat up to shore on some.
ScoutOur stay here was the best! Our host, John was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful, making sure we had everything we needed while also respecting our privacy. The location was peaceful and relaxing. we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
GuideThis is a dirt parking lot on the Tamiami Trail (Rt 41) right along the canal. Airboats run all day. We didn't go on one but it looked fun. Great fishing! No water no hookups.
ScoutFor $130/night-this place is a crowded dump with poorly maintained muddy sites.
Camping options near Weston, Florida cover varied terrain with sites situated across suburban parks and neighboring natural areas. Most campsites sit at elevations under 10 feet above sea level, contributing to the characteristically flat camping surfaces. The region's humidity peaks from June through September when afternoon thunderstorms occur regularly, making spring and fall the most comfortable seasons for tent camping.
Shooting sports and RC activities: Markham Park Campground offers diverse recreational options beyond standard camping activities. The park features "a large outdoor shooting range (don't worry, it is quiet at night) and an RC airplane strip," according to one camper. Another visitor noted, "Access to an adjacent golf course and driving range. Bike trails. Walking trails."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Sawgrass Recreation Park provides unique Everglades wildlife experiences. "Beautiful setting, very peaceful. Beautiful pond with friendly muscovy ducks," reports one camper. This park serves as "an oasis of civilization on a 30 mile stretch of nothingness" along State Route 27.
Water activities: Markham Park Campground campsites offer water access. A camper explains, "We've got 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."
Observatory visits: Markham Park includes stargazing opportunities not found at other local campgrounds. "Also has a nice observatory on saturday nights to visit," mentions a reviewer, providing a unique evening activity option for campers interested in astronomy.
Urban camping convenience: Easterlin Park Campground offers an urban forest experience. "It's like a little forest in the city," reports one visitor. Another notes, "Close to 95 and actually quiet. It's like a little forest in the city." The park provides "lots of trails and bike paths" while remaining accessible.
Spacious RV sites: C.B. Smith Park Campground provides well-maintained camping spaces. "The campground was very clean with full hookups and sewer directly at our camp site," reports a camper. Another visitor adds, "We stayed site 48 which I highly recommend."
Water views: Topeekeegee Yugnee Park Campground offers scenic lake vistas. "The sunsets over the water are spectacular. Even though I'm a local, you never get tired of watching them," shares one camper. Another mentions the "beautiful park with big lake" as a highlight of their stay.
Security measures: Several campgrounds prioritize security features. At Topeekeegee Yugnee Park, "Very well lit at night with security," reports one camper. Another notes the campground has "great security all day and night," providing peace of mind for visitors unfamiliar with the area.
Noise considerations: Davie / Fort Lauderdale KOA and other parks experience various noise levels. One visitor notes the KOA "gets really crowded during winter season." At Easterlin Park, expect "Noise from I-95 and occasional train," while at Topeekeegee Yugnee Park, "the train tracks behind it and highway is not far so it's kinda loud at times."
Weather planning: Summer thunderstorms and humidity affect camping comfort from June through September. Spring and fall offer more moderate conditions. Winter brings increased campground occupancy as northern visitors arrive.
Park restrictions: Operating hours vary by location. At Topeekeegee Yugnee Park, "park closes at 8, you can still enter through the exit gate until midnight and then have to call security to get in/out," explains a reviewer.
Site selection importance: Choose sites based on specific needs. At C.B. Smith Park, "The front area is more for weekenders. We stayed in the back behind the lake and it was very quiet/family friendly," notes one long-term camper.
Water parks and playgrounds: C.B. Smith Park Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "Mini golf. Water park wasn't open on March," reports one camper. Another mentions, "there's a massive playground across from the campground in the main park."
Nature education opportunities: Wildlife viewing creates learning experiences. At Markham Park, a camper notes how "the perimeter of the area is lined with a sturdy fence that can technically be closed via gate. We always felt safe, and would definitely return. Great place for kids to repeat visit and build memories."
Event planning: Check park schedules for special events. One camper at Topeekeegee Yugnee Park "stumbled on a Renaissance Festival," creating an unexpected family activity. Many parks host scheduled weekend events throughout the year.
Swimming alternatives: Pool access varies by location. At Davie KOA, "Pool was nice and clean," reports one camper, while another mentions, "Other than the pool no other activities or areas for activities." Note that swimming in lakes is often prohibited due to alligators.
Site accessibility: Yacht Haven Park & Marina offers waterfront options with considerations. "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," shares one RVer. However, another cautions about "tight parking and roads" and "terrible" water pressure.
Winter booking preparation: Reserve well in advance for winter stays when northern visitors increase occupancy. RVers recommend booking several months ahead for prime waterfront or shaded locations during peak season from December through March.
Utilities connections: Position affects hookup access. One RVer at Yacht Haven found, "we were unable to hook up to sewer, and had to run our electric cable and water hose under the camper. Luckily we were able to reach."
Road navigation: Some parks require careful maneuvering. At Easterlin Park, "Bring you A GAME as this campground road is very tight with lots of turns," advises an experienced RVer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Weston, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Weston, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 74 campgrounds and RV parks near Weston, FL and 7 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Weston, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Weston, FL is Davie / Fort Lauderdale KOA with a 3.4-star rating from 18 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Weston, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Weston, FL.
What parks are near Weston, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Weston, FL that allow camping, notably Biscayne National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve.
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