Florida Keys RV camping means driving the Overseas Highway — “the 113 miles of roadway from Key Largo to Key West” with “an astonishing 42 bridges,” as the Florida Keys tourism council describes it — and parking at a state park on the water or a full-hookup RV resort near Key West. Sites are limited and winter is peak season, so the most important step is booking early: Florida State Parks opens campsite reservations 11 months ahead for Florida residents and 10 months ahead for non-residents.
This guide covers the main state park campgrounds, a few private RV parks, RV length limits, costs and timing. Rates and rules change, so check each park’s official page before you go (information below as of November 2026).
Florida Keys RV Camping at a Glance
| Campground | Area | Sites and hookups | RV length notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park | Key Largo | 42 reservable sites; 30/50-amp electric, water and sewer | Most sites fit 40 ft; a few slightly longer |
| Curry Hammock State Park | Marathon | 28 sites; water and 20/30/50-amp electric; dump station | Park lists a maximum RV length of 70 ft |
| Bahia Honda State Park | Bahia Honda Key (Big Pine Key address) | 80 sites in three campgrounds; electric and water in two of them; dump station | Buttonwood takes large RVs; Sandspur max 23 ft; Bayside is reached under a bridge with 6 ft 8 in clearance |
| Sugarloaf Key / Key West KOA Resort | Sugarloaf Key | Full hookups, 50/30/20-amp; pull-through and waterfront sites | KOA lists an 85 ft maximum length |
| Boyd’s Key West Campground | Stock Island (Key West) | Full hookups, 30/50-amp, water, sewer and cable TV | RVs up to 45 ft in select sites |
Sources: Florida State Parks, KOA and Boyd’s official pages, checked November 2026.
State Park Campgrounds in the Keys
The campgrounds below are run by Florida State Parks and booked through its statewide reservation system, so the advance-booking windows described later apply to all of them.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (Key Largo)
John Pennekamp is in Key Largo, where the 113-mile run to Key West begins. Its campground has 42 reservable sites, each with 30-amp, 50-amp and 110-volt outlets plus water and sewer hookups, a picnic table and a grill. Most sites fit an RV up to 40 feet, according to Florida State Parks.
Fees, per the park’s hours and fees page: $36 per night plus tax, a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee, and a $7 nightly utility fee for RV sites.
Curry Hammock State Park (Marathon)
A smaller campground with 28 sites. Each has a gravel pad, water, a picnic table, a charcoal grill and 20/30/50-amp electric service, and the campground has a dump station. The park lists a maximum RV length of 70 feet. Pets are not allowed on the beach, in the water or in the bathhouses, according to the park page.
Bahia Honda State Park (Bahia Honda Key)
The park is on Bahia Honda Key, an island in the Florida Keys; its mailing address is Big Pine Key. It has 80 sites in three campgrounds, per Florida State Parks:
- Buttonwood (sites 1–48): electric and water, gravel sites, a bathhouse and a dump station; accepts large RVs. Sites 12–25 are waterfront.
- Sandspur (sites 49–72): electric and water, but the maximum rig length is 23 feet from hitch to bumper, because larger rigs “cannot navigate the sharp turns in this camping loop.”
- Bayside (sites 73–80): eight primitive, non-electric sites with a picnic table, grill and water. Vehicles must fit under the new Bahia Honda Bridge, which has a low overhead clearance of 6 feet 8 inches, so check your vehicle height before booking.
Book the right loop for your rig at Bahia Honda. Buttonwood is the loop the park describes as taking large RVs; Sandspur is limited to 23 feet, and Bayside is reached under a 6 ft 8 in bridge clearance.
Long Key State Park
Long Key is not an RV option right now. The park page lists only hike-in, tent-only campsites, and a notice effective July 12, 2026 says all primitive camping there is closed for construction. The park’s oceanfront campground was hit by Hurricane Irma on September 10, 2017; Florida State Parks’ hurricane recovery update says “there is still more work to be done to restore the signature ocean-front campsites.” Check the park page for changes before planning a stay.
Private RV Parks in the Florida Keys
Private RV parks are the alternative when state park sites are booked. Two options near Key West:
- Sugarloaf Key / Key West KOA Resort: every RV site type is listed with full hookups and 50/30/20-amp service, including pull-through sites and back-in waterfront sites. KOA says the campground is about a 30-minute drive from Key West, and its campground page lists an 85-foot maximum length.
- Boyd’s Key West Campground: on Stock Island, “just 5 miles from Duval Street.” Full-hookup sites have 30/50-amp electric, water, sewer and cable TV, and the campground can take RVs up to 45 feet in select sites.
Boyd’s lists its peak season as October 15 to April 30. Weekly stays may be required for some site types, and Fantasy Fest, Christmas and New Year’s require a 4-night minimum, according to its FAQ page.
When to Go and How Far Ahead to Book
Winter is peak season. Boyd’s, for example, defines its peak season as October 15 through April 30.
Book as early as the system allows. Florida State Parks says Florida residents can reserve campsites 11 months in advance and non-residents 10 months in advance. Residents enter a Florida driver’s license or ID number, which is verified each year. Reservations are made on the Florida State Parks reservations website; the John Pennekamp park page also lists 800-326-3521 for phone reservations.
Hurricane season in the Atlantic runs June 1 through November 30, according to NOAA. If you travel in late summer or fall, watch forecasts closely and know your evacuation route before you arrive.
If a state park is full, check it again in the weeks before your trip in case a site opens up. You can also book a private park as a backup, after reading its cancellation policy.
Tips for Driving the Overseas Highway in an RV
- Plan fuel and grocery stops. Fill up and stock up before long stretches rather than counting on finding services at the next stop.
- Allow extra time. Build slack into the schedule instead of planning a tight drive to your campground.
- Check the wind forecast. The route crosses 42 bridges; if strong winds are forecast, consider adjusting your travel day in a high-profile RV.
- Know your height and length. Use them when you book — park loops, bridges and site sizes vary, as Bahia Honda shows. If you are still choosing a rig, our guide to RV classes compares sizes and types.
- Getting into Key West. Boyd’s FAQ points guests to the free Duval Loop Shuttle, the city’s Key West Rides app, and bike and scooter rentals, so you may not need to drive the RV into town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you camp in an RV in the Florida Keys?
Yes. Florida State Parks campgrounds at John Pennekamp, Curry Hammock and Bahia Honda accept RVs, and private parks such as the Sugarloaf Key KOA and Boyd’s Key West Campground offer full-hookup sites. Each has its own RV length limits, so check before you book.
How far in advance should you book RV camping in the Florida Keys?
As early as possible, especially for winter. Florida State Parks opens reservations 11 months ahead for Florida residents and 10 months ahead for non-residents. Private parks set their own windows; Boyd’s lists October 15 to April 30 as peak season.
How much does it cost to camp at a Florida Keys state park?
At John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, camping costs $36 per night plus tax, a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee and a $7 nightly utility fee for RV sites, according to Florida State Parks (as of November 2026). Fees differ by park.
Which Florida Keys campgrounds take big RVs?
The Sugarloaf Key KOA lists an 85-foot maximum, Curry Hammock lists 70 feet, most John Pennekamp sites fit 40 feet, Boyd’s takes up to 45 feet in select sites, and Bahia Honda’s Buttonwood loop accepts large RVs. Avoid Bahia Honda’s Sandspur loop (23 feet max) and Bayside loop (6 ft 8 in bridge clearance).
Is there an RV park in Key West itself?
Boyd’s Key West Campground is on Stock Island, about 5 miles from Duval Street, and offers full-hookup RV sites. The Sugarloaf Key KOA is about a 30-minute drive from Key West.