It's not hard for recreational vehicle enthusiasts who want to stay on a Florida beach to find an RV park to meet their needs. Florida has nearly 660 miles of beaches along its 1,200 miles of coastline, according to the state. Campers can choose between Atlantic Ocean beaches on the state's eastern shore, or Gulf of Mexico beaches on the west. In both regions, they'll find RV parks conveniently located to local attractions, including Kennedy Space Center.
Emerald Beach RV Park
Emerald Beach RV Park is located on Santa Rosa Sound in northwest Florida, between the cities of Destin and Pensacola. Campers can fish from the park's private white-sand beach, enjoy the pool or go kayaking (rentals are available). Emerald Beach offers 76 sites with full hookups, including back-in and pull-through sites. Each site includes a paved patio, a picnic table and cable TV; Wi-Fi is offered for a small fee. Other amenities include laundry facilities and propane sales. The park offers an ongoing GPS treasure hunt, and public boat ramps and the Gulf of Mexico are less than 2 miles away. In 2010, two-person summer rates started at $47 ($57 for beachfront sites). Children under 4 stay free. Discounts are offered to Good Sam and AAA members. Weekly and monthly rates are available.
Emerald Beach RV Park
8885 Navarre Parkway
Navarre, FL 32566
866-939-3431
emeraldbeachrvpark.com
Manatee Hammock Campground
Manatee Hammock Campground is located on Indian River Lagoon near Titusville, along eastern Florida's "space coast." Campers at Manatee Hammock can watch launches from Kennedy Space Center, fish from the park's shoreline or pier, swim in the pool or observe wildlife including osprey, pelican and dolphins. Operated by Brevard County, Manatee Hammock offers 147 RV sites with full hook-ups. Amentities include shower and laundry facilities, a reception center, and shuffleboard; Wi-Fi is available at the reception center. In 2010, RV rates were $28 for residents, $30 for non-residents; there are also sales and tourist taxes. A variety of discounts are offered.
Manatee Hammock Campground
7275 S. U.S. Highway 1
Titusville, FL 32780
321-264-5083
campingspacecoast.com
North Beach Camp Resort
North Beach Camp Resort is located on one of northeastern Florida's barrier islands, between the Atlantic Ocean and the North River. Surf fishing, swimming, and surfing are popular activities for guests at the 30-acre wooded resort, which has frontage on the ocean and the river. In 2010, RV rates for two people ranged from $45 per night for an inland site with water and electric hookups, to $75 nightly for a riverfront site with full hook-ups. Shower and laundry facilities are available and the resort has a game room, TV lounge, lending library and convenience store. Guests can enjoy fishing from the campground's pier or use the nearby boat ramp for river access. Aunt Kate's Restaurant is located on the resort property, offering casual family dining indoors or on decks. The resort also operates scenic cruises with discounted prices for guests. Weekly RV rates are available, and Good Sam Discounts are offered.
North Beach Camp Resort
4125 Coastal Highway
St. Augustine, FL 32084
800-542-8316
northbeachcamp.com
Turtle Beach Campground
Turtle Beach Campground was named in honor of the area's nesting sea turtles after Sarasota County purchased the park in 2006. The 14-acre campground is located on Siesta Key, along western Florida's Gulf Coast. Turtle Beach offers 40 sites, including RV and tent areas. RV sites include sewer, water, and basic electricity, with air conditioning and cable TV each available for $2 daily in 2010. The campground has free Wi-Fi, launching areas for kayaks and canoes, boat ramps, grills, picnic areas a volleyball court, and a playground. In 2010, RV sites ranged from $32 to $60 nightly for two people.
Turtle Beach Campground
8862 Midnight Pass Road
Sarasota, FL 34242
941-861-5000
scgov.net
