Airboat tours and a petting zoo are the main draw at Sawgrass Recreation Park, with a small primitive campsite tucked at the back of the property. The campground operates only during dry season, roughly late winter, and road access to the sites can turn muddy after rain. Rates run under $10 per night, though a $200 refundable deposit is required pending a post-stay damage inspection. Campers who want places to camp around Weston with a bit more infrastructure may find Markham Park Campground worth considering. Plan to arrive in dry conditions and confirm seasonal availability before making the drive.
Description
Sawgrass Recreation Park was previously a fishing camp. Over the next 30 years it transformed from a fishing camp, into a one boat airboat attraction in the 1970’s and finally became one of South Florida’s top destinations for visitors in the new millennium. In 2005, shortly after Hurricane Wilma hit, the Soverns’ family acquired Sawgrass Recreation Park. Since then, the park has expanded the exhibit areas to allow for the adoption and rescue of more reptiles and mammals. Sawgrass has also expanded community relations, offering an annual scholarship to a local student, and forging partnerships with local schools to educate students about the Florida Everglades.
Our store is well stocked with beverages, snacks, and lunch items. Tent Camping in the Everglades is primitive and available for $20.00 per site, per night. There is a maximum of 2 tents per site. Sites are available 7 days a week (reservations are required). Private guided fishing tours are available with advanced bookings (call for info). Group camping in the Everglades is also available for 20 or more campers (call for special rates). Sites are equipped with a picnic table and a campfire ring. Access to restrooms is a short walk. There are no showers on the property.
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Map & DirectionsSawgrass Recreation Park is located in Florida near Weston
Coordinates
26.17570004 N
80.44635175 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/25/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 users
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Pets
Drive Time
- 34 min from Miami, FL
- 1 hr 15 min from Naples, FL
- 1 hr 24 min from Port St. Lucie, FL
- 1 hr 51 min from Cape Coral, FL
