Flamingo Campground - Everglades National Park (Video)

Flamingo Campground in Everglades National Park is located on the southernmost tip of the Florida peninsula.

Visitors will find an abundance of recreational activities while visiting the Flamingo Campground.

Make sure to check out my things to do in Everglades National Park or just sit back and take in the incredible view of the bay.

Flamingo Campground - Everglades National Park

There are two beautiful campgrounds in Everglades National Park, the Flamingo Campground and the Long Pine Key Campground.

The Flamingo Campground is a large front country campground with 274 campsites, 65 of which are suitable for RV's.

The campground is broken down into several areas.

The T Loop is an RV campsite loop, 41 of which have electrical hookups (1-41).

The A Loop is tent camping only with 55 tent sites and a group site.  Both the T Loop and the A Loop have restrooms, showers, sanitary pump out, and water.

The B Loop is tent camping only with 59 tent sites.

The Bayside Campground has an additional 30 tent sites in an open field with phenomenal views of Florida Bay! Campers here park in a parking lot and hike out to their campsites.

There are also 20 Eco Tents located next to the Bayside Campground. These safari-like tents are on a raised platform and even have a queen or two double beds, 110 electricity, lights and a fan!

Activities in the Flamingo area include a seasonal visitor center, seasonal ranger-led programs, hiking trails, canoe trails, saltwater fishing, boat tours, boat rentals, canoe rentals, and bike rentals.

There is also an incredible sunset from the Bayside tent site campground near the eco-tents.

Park Ranger John Pro Tip:

Two things to never forget in Everglades National Park are sunscreen and insect repellent.

Both the sun and Mosquitoes are abundant in South Florida, especially in the summer/rainy season which runs from from approximately May 15 to October 15 each year.

Tips for protecting yourself from mosquitoes include wearing long pants, and long-sleeved shirts and applying bug spray with DEET. Permethrin can be applied to certain fabrics and also helps to deter mosquitoes.

Number of Sites: 274

Location in the park:  The Flamingo campground is one of two drive-in campgrounds accessible from the Homestead entrance of the park.

Campsite Cost: As of August 2023 the campground fees are

RV Sites with electric hook-up (per site per night) General (Monday - Thursday) - $45.00

The fee covers electric hook-up per site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

RV Sites with electric hookup (per site per night) General (Friday - Sunday) - $55.00

The fee covers electric hook-up per site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Tent and non-electric RV (per site per night) General (Monday - Thursday) - $30.00

The fees cover a non-electric hook-up site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Tent and non-electric RV (per site per night) General (Friday - Sunday)- $35.00

The fees cover a non-electric hook-up site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Group site (per night per site) - $55.00

The fee covers up to 15 people, 5 tents, and 3 vehicles per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Senior/Access Camping Fee:

RV with electric hook-up (per site per night) Senior, Military, Access (Monday - Thursday)- $40.50

The fee covers electric hook-up per site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

RV with electric hookup (per site per night) Senior, Military, Access (Friday - Sunday) - $49.50

The fee covers electric hook-up per site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Tent and non-electric RV (per site per night) Senior, Military, Access (Monday - Thursday) - $27.00

The fee covers a non-electric hook-up site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Tent and non-electric RV (per site per night) Senior, Military, Access (Friday - Sunday) - $31.50

The fees cover a non-electric hook-up site per night. This camping fee does not include the entrance fee to the Park.

Payments accepted:

Reservations: Reservations for Flamingo during the busy season (December-April) are highly recommended. 

Campground Address:

1 Flamingo Lodge Highway, Lot #

Flamingo, FL 33034

Latitude/Longitude:

 25°08'13.7"N 80°56'20.0"W

Accessible Sites:

The Flamingo Campground accommodates tents and RV's and has designated accessible campsites. Parking lots contain van-accessible parking spaces identifiable by clear signage.

Pets Allowed:

Pets must be kept on a leash (max. 6 feet in length) at all times. Pets are only allowed in camping sites and parking lots

 

Campground Reservations

Are Campground Reservations Available? Yes

Phone Number? 855-708-2207

Online? Yes, through Flamingo Adventures

First Come, First Served? Yes. During the summer/fall slower season (June-November) reservations are not needed.

Campground Amenities

Dump Station: Yes, Year-Round

Bear Boxes: No

Flush Toilets: Yes

Payphone: Telephone available for emergency use only

Is wifi available? No

Is cell service Available? Yes, Year-Round. Cellphone reception is not reliable, but AT&T sometimes has service

Is the camp host available on-site? Yes, Year-Round

Is firewood available for purchase? Yes, Year-Round

Amenities at each campsite:

Fire pits in the site? Fires are permitted in grills only. Fires must be attended at all times

Picnic Tables in the site? Yes

Potable Water? Yes

RV Camping at Flamingo Campground

RV Length: RV Max Length - 45 Feet

Generators: 8:00 a.m. to 8;00 p.m. only

How to get to Campground

The Flamingo Campground is located 38 miles south after going through the main entrance to Everglades National Park in Homestead.

Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: 8 people

The number of cars per campsite: 2 vehicles

Check-out time: 10 am

Quiet Hours:  10 pm - 6 am

Additional information on Everglades National Park

Complete Guide to Everglades National Park - Your complete guide to Everglades National Park!

Things to do at Everglades National Park - List of top things to do in Everglades National Park

Long Pine Key Campground - One of two front country campgrounds in Everglades National Park

Flamingo Lodge and Restaurant (Opened 11/1/2023) - Exciting to be able to stay in a Lodge at Everglades National Park!

Shark Valley Tram Tours - Everything you need to know about planning a trip to Shark Valley and taking the Tram

Everglades Boat Tours - There are several great boat tours to take in and around Everglades National Park!

Anhinga Trail Everglades National Park - One of my all-time favorite trails for seeing wildlife!

Everglades National Park Wildlife - Everglades is one of my favorite national park for wildlife viewing, especially bird watching!

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Lodging near Everglades National Park

If you decide that camping is not for you here are some of the hotels that are nearby.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Florida City  - At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Florida City, an IHG Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Free WiFi in public areas and a business center are available to all guests.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Homestead Florida City - Consider a stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Homestead Florida City and take advantage of free full breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room Wi-Fi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.

Breezy Palms Resort - At Breezy Palms Resort, hit the beach, relax by an outdoor pool, or spend the day at a marina. Each apartment features a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave, plus free Wi-Fi and a TV with cable channels. Other amenities that guests will find include a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Islander Resort - Consider a stay at Islander Resort and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach cabanas. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The onsite restaurant, Tides Beachside Bar & Grill, features ocean views and al fresco dining. Enjoy onsite activities like basketball, volleyball, and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room Wi-Fi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Click on the map below to see the current rates for hotels and vacation rentals near Everglades NP.

 

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