How many Florida state parks allow camping?


How many Florida state parks allow camping? Florida's state parks offer more than 50 campgrounds statewide for tents, campers and RVs.


How much does it cost to camp in a state park in Florida?

Campsite prices vary from $16 to $42 a night depending on the park. Cabin prices vary from $30 to $160 a night. Visitors pay a nonrefundable $6.70 reservation fee (per reservation, not per night) when making a reservation online or through the call center.


Where can I camp in Florida for free?

Best Free Campsites in Florida
  • Indiantown, FL. DuPuis Campground. 51 Reviews.
  • Wildwood, FL. Lake Panasoffkee Wildlife Management Area. 31 Reviews.
  • Lorida, FL. Hickory Hammock Equestrian Campground. 25 Reviews.


Can you sleep in your car in Florida state parks?

Do any state parks permit boondocking, dispersed camping or staying overnight in a day-use parking lot? No. Overnight stays in Florida's state parks must take place in a designated campsite, cabin or lodge to better preserve our natural features and the safety of our park visitors.


Can I camp at Florida state parks?

Florida's state parks have plenty of options for camping throughout the state. Full-facility campsites for tent campers and RVers include water, electricity, a grill and picnic table, along with centralized showers, restrooms and dump station. Maximum RV lengths vary by park.


What is the difference between golden age passport and senior pass?

The Senior Pass has replaced the Golden Age Passport. The Senior Pass is a lifetime entrance pass to those national parks, monuments, historic sites, recreation areas, and national wildlife refuges that charge a Land and Water Conservation Fund Act (LWCFA) entrance fee.


Can you carry a gun in Florida State Parks?

You may carry your weapon within a Florida state park (except for Savannas Preserve State Park) as described above, but you may not fire that weapon within a state park. The only exception to this is when an organized event such as a living history battle reenactment is taking place.


How can I get into Florida state parks for free?

Other Ways to Gain Free Entry Florida State Parks doesn't have any programs for students, but certain military members and licensed family foster homes can get a discounted or free pass depending on which category they fall into. You can learn more by visiting the Florida State Park discounted membership site.