Florida Camping: Where are your spots in the Sunshine State?
Hi there!
I've lived in Central Florida for almost 15 years, and sadly have not made it out of the Central FL area as often as I would have expected by this point (just a beach trip here and there). So I'm working on putting together a list of CGs for my family to visit over the next few years while we road-trip and see more of the state.
We'll be tent-camping or cabin-renting in the short term, and then camping in a pop-up once I get my tow vehicle situation squared away (ideally within a year). We're wanting to hit all regions and variety of distances from home eventually: Local (Central), East / Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast, South, North, & Panhandle.
So I'm turning to the experts to find the "famous favorites" and the "best kept secrets"! If you've camped here in Florida, what are some of your favorite spots, and why? Also want to hear if you know of places to avoid!
Some specifics about us and most important amenities:
Thanks in advance for any recommends!
I've lived in Central Florida for almost 15 years, and sadly have not made it out of the Central FL area as often as I would have expected by this point (just a beach trip here and there). So I'm working on putting together a list of CGs for my family to visit over the next few years while we road-trip and see more of the state.
We'll be tent-camping or cabin-renting in the short term, and then camping in a pop-up once I get my tow vehicle situation squared away (ideally within a year). We're wanting to hit all regions and variety of distances from home eventually: Local (Central), East / Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast, South, North, & Panhandle.
So I'm turning to the experts to find the "famous favorites" and the "best kept secrets"! If you've camped here in Florida, what are some of your favorite spots, and why? Also want to hear if you know of places to avoid!
Some specifics about us and most important amenities:
- Wife & myself are late-30's. Our son is almost 4yo.
- Hiking (if you can call it that here at 1 foot of elevation), biking, canoeing, fishing, etc.
- Close to points of interest are a big plus, since the big goal is to see the State. (Think St. Augustine, Everglades, Keys, beaches, springs, Kennedy Space Center, etc. We aren't afraid of crowds or being tourists!)
- Kid-friendly amenities are a big plus (playgrounds, pools, family socials, the kinds of activities I've seen at KOAs or Jellystones)
- Electric & water hook ups are a must (not trying to take on this FL heat without AC, LOL).
- Not looking to rough it or dry camp. The idea is to keep the wife and kid relatively comfy, cool, and entertained while also getting a dose of the outdoors and RV lifestyle. All while road-tripping and seeing all the attractions.
Thanks in advance for any recommends!
