RV camping in Florida state parks has great views.
Florida state parks make camping in an RV eas--from reserving the campsite to getting rid of waste. Combine the ease of setting up camp with Florida's balmy weather and eye-candy scenery, and there's no reason in the world not to bring the RV to one of the state's many parks.
Instructions
1. Find a camp site by visiting the Florida state parks' website (listed below). The website has information rather than opinions, so asking other RVers' opinions will narrow the choices. Florida's tourism board, Visit Florida, also offers guides to Florida camping online and at visitor's centers.
2. Reserve the camp site online (link included below) or by phoning. Do not expect to drive up without a reservation, as many Florida parks take reservations up to one year in advance. Except for river camps along the Suwanee River, the park system uses Reserve America for reservations. To reserve a river camp, visit the link below or call 800-868-9914.
3. Pack the essentials, like water, food, charcoal (if you plan to grill) and lighter fluid. Don't forget essential non-perishables like bug spray, hats and a camera. If RV camping at a park with water access , bring snorkels, fins and a mask. For saltwater, bring an underwater camera, but for snorkeling Florida's rivers, the black water makes underwater photography challenging for all but the most advanced.
You need bug spray for mosquitoes, chiggers, no-see-ums and black flies, all of which prevail throughout Florida. Bring a hat and sunscreen. Even in the winter, Florida sun is stronger than most areas of the country and sunburn is possible on cloudy days.
4. Make sure your RV has extra propane for cooking, hoses and power cords for hooking up. Double-check screens and ensure that doors open and close securely. Check fluids in the engine. Because Florida is prone to lovebugs (non-biting winged insects) during certain times of the year, consider a "bra" for the front of the RV and bringing a brush and bucket to wash them off your RV.
5. Plan your trip with a GPS or computer mapping website to ensure arrival while the park gate is staffed. Carry the park's phone number so if an unexpected situation arises (like a traffic jam) you can phone ahead and get the after-hours gate code or make other arrangements. Most Florida parks have a combination lock system on the front gate so campers can come and go after hours.
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