The best campgrounds near Key West, Florida with swimming

Key West packs in over 80 campsites where swimming isn’t just an option—it’s the main event. Expect waterfront spots with direct access to turquoise shallows and reefs that demand a snorkel. You’ll find sites like Little Palm By The Sea (58 reviews) and Ocean Front Premium Lot (1 review) putting you steps from the water. Average price runs $182 a night, with options dipping as low as $135. Most sites allow campfires and include toilets and showers, so you won’t have to rough it. Off the sand, hiking trails and fishing spots round out the scene. If you want to wake up to salt air and swim before breakfast, Key West delivers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Little Palm By The Sea

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20mi from Key West · 1 site · RV · Cudjoe Key, FL

We are located on Kemp Channel, one of the most accessible boating channels to both the beautiful back country as well as a quick ten-minute run to the open Atlantic and it’s Coral Reefs. Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary is a nearby must for snorkeling and diving in the crystal blue Atlantic. On the gulf side, Cudjoe Key offers the Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge… A kayak or small boat paradise. Beautiful landscaped waterfront site in Venture Out Cudjoe Key Florida, 25 miles to Key West. The site includes a concrete picnic table, boat slip and a swim ladder. Venture Out is a gated community with 24 hr. security on the shores of Cudjoe Key. The amenities include a marina, ship store, fuel, playground, heated pool and spa, ocean swimming area, ocean front beach area, pickleball, tennis, bocce, outdoor pavillion, activity center, laundry facilities and showers, tons of activities... Bring your boat, jetski, scuba gear, snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and fishing poles for a camping trip of a life time. Seasonal, Weekly and Monthly Pricing Available. Lobster season 7/24- 8/14 Other things to note Canal front RV lot 35' x 70' with a 35 ft. seawall for your boat - ocean views and access. Accomodates up to a 45 ft RV. Water, sewer and electric hook up. WIFI At the Site ( Reach out to me to access it) ( 30,50,110 amp service). Please read the listing for all the Venture Out Rules, Fees and Venture Out RV Restrictions. Beautiful landscaped waterfront site in Venture Out Cudjoe Key Florida, 25 miles to Key West. The site includes a concrete picnic table, boat slip and a swim ladder. Venture Out is a gated community with 24 hr. security on the shores of Cudjoe Key. The amenities include a marina, ship store, fuel, playground, heated pool and spa, ocean swimming area, ocean front beach area, pickleball, tennis, bocce, outdoor pavillion, activity center, laundry facilities and showers, tons of activities... Bring your boat, jetski, scuba gear, snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and fishing poles for a camping trip of a life time. Seasonal, Weekly and Monthly Pricing Available. Lobster season 7/24- 8/14 Site #353. NO POP UP STYLE OF ANY KIND OR CANVAS TOP CAMPERS , NO TINY HOUSES, TENTS, AND HOMEMADE TRUCK CAMPERS ARE NOT ALLOWED. N

2. Bahia Honda State Park

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78 sites · Big Pine Key, Florida

Pristine, white-sand beaches and turquoise waters await in this tropical paradise.

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Potable water

Toilets

Key West packs in over 80 campsites where swimming isn’t just an option—it’s the main event. Expect waterfront spots with direct access to turquoise shallows and reefs that demand a snorkel. You’ll find sites like Little Palm By The Sea (58 reviews) and Ocean Front Premium Lot (1 review) putting you steps from the water. Average price runs $182 a night, with options dipping as low as $135. Most sites allow campfires and include toilets and showers, so you won’t have to rough it. Off the sand, hiking trails and fishing spots round out the scene. If you want to wake up to salt air and swim before breakfast, Key West delivers.

91% (62)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Little Palm By The Sea

91%

(81)

20mi from Key West · 1 site · RV · Cudjoe Key, FL

We are located on Kemp Channel, one of the most accessible boating channels to both the beautiful back country as well as a quick ten-minute run to the open Atlantic and it’s Coral Reefs. Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary is a nearby must for snorkeling and diving in the crystal blue Atlantic. On the gulf side, Cudjoe Key offers the Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge… A kayak or small boat paradise. Beautiful landscaped waterfront site in Venture Out Cudjoe Key Florida, 25 miles to Key West. The site includes a concrete picnic table, boat slip and a swim ladder. Venture Out is a gated community with 24 hr. security on the shores of Cudjoe Key. The amenities include a marina, ship store, fuel, playground, heated pool and spa, ocean swimming area, ocean front beach area, pickleball, tennis, bocce, outdoor pavillion, activity center, laundry facilities and showers, tons of activities... Bring your boat, jetski, scuba gear, snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and fishing poles for a camping trip of a life time. Seasonal, Weekly and Monthly Pricing Available. Lobster season 7/24- 8/14 Other things to note Canal front RV lot 35' x 70' with a 35 ft. seawall for your boat - ocean views and access. Accomodates up to a 45 ft RV. Water, sewer and electric hook up. WIFI At the Site ( Reach out to me to access it) ( 30,50,110 amp service). Please read the listing for all the Venture Out Rules, Fees and Venture Out RV Restrictions. Beautiful landscaped waterfront site in Venture Out Cudjoe Key Florida, 25 miles to Key West. The site includes a concrete picnic table, boat slip and a swim ladder. Venture Out is a gated community with 24 hr. security on the shores of Cudjoe Key. The amenities include a marina, ship store, fuel, playground, heated pool and spa, ocean swimming area, ocean front beach area, pickleball, tennis, bocce, outdoor pavillion, activity center, laundry facilities and showers, tons of activities... Bring your boat, jetski, scuba gear, snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes and fishing poles for a camping trip of a life time. Seasonal, Weekly and Monthly Pricing Available. Lobster season 7/24- 8/14 Site #353. NO POP UP STYLE OF ANY KIND OR CANVAS TOP CAMPERS , NO TINY HOUSES, TENTS, AND HOMEMADE TRUCK CAMPERS ARE NOT ALLOWED. N

2. Bahia Honda State Park

90%

(37)

78 sites · Big Pine Key, Florida

Pristine, white-sand beaches and turquoise waters await in this tropical paradise.

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Key West

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Stories from the community

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Johanna

October 2025

25 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Little Palm By The Sea

Very nice place to stay! We enjoyed it! Everything was clan and comfortable. We can recommend the place.

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Johnny

August 2025

30 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Little Palm By The Sea

Easy access to boat great ramp the gate people are very nice. And no one bothered us we were free to be nice and secluded

Thomas

June 2025

21 ft Class B

With pets

4 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

I was not able to make it to little palm. My camper broke down along the way there. Denise was very understanding.

Stacey

June 2025

31 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Little Palm By The Sea

Our stay at this location was fun and easy. We enjoyed the beautiful pool and the conveniences of the location. The surrounding area was full of beautiful activities. We went on a dolphin/sandbar tour that was incredible.

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Michelle

May 2025

27 ft fifth wheel

With pets

7 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

Wonderful little spot and Denise was very accommodating.

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Christy

May 2025

37 ft Class C

With kids

5 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

Denise was the perfect host! She was very responsive, easy to work with and everything was as described. Well, it was more beautiful than the photos represent! We enjoyed the site, it was directly on the canal, with easy access for the boat. The kids enjoyed ping-pong, swimming and riding bikes in a secure /safe environment. We'll definitely be back! Thanks Denise!

DAVID

April 2025

22 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

The space is terrific for a nice spot to stay while jumping round the Keys. We’ve been there twice and loved it both times. The facilities and amenities at Venture Out are great as well. Close to a couple really great restaurants and bars including Broil, Square Grouper, Boondocks and Tonio’s. Counting the days until we can return. Denise is easy to work with. Thanks!

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Roger

March 2025

27 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

Great time and nice resort with more amenities than some other resorts which were at comparable pricing. Pickleball courts to swimming pool available. Also, pool tables, ping pong, sewing classes and much more. Church services are available. The only negative we experienced was a couple area wide internet outages. All campsites were affected, but internet was still available in the resort’s activity room. . Enjoy.

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Beverly

February 2025

40 ft Class A

With pets

5 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

What a beautiful site. We loved it. We were greeted before our arrival and instructions were clear. Everything was as instructions stated with no problems.

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JD

February 2025

24 ft travel trailer

14 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

We loved our stay at Venture Out. The location can’t be beat. There are a lot of restaurants and a grocery store close by. We would recommend this location for your next Keys adventure.

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Roger

January 2025

27 ft travel trailer

14 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

All of the facilities of the resort are available: a rec room, basketball courts, tennis courts, Pickleball courts(Pickleball club), access to the water for boating with a mooring area right behind the site. There are many organized, activities: welcoming clubs, breakfast on occasion, food carts on occasion, flea market, and a nice church meeting in the park. Note that dogs are to be walked outside of the park, to do their business there. It is not too long of a walk to get to the gate from the Little Palm by the sea site. Also, with the Wi-Fi unit Denise provides, there is great Wi-Fi connection. Our 26 foot trailer fit into the spot just fine.

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Paul

January 2025

27 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

We loved our time here! The host was open and made sure we were aware of rules and extra fees well in advance of our arrival! The spot is right on the water and close to all the amenities. We stayed with our puppies and had a blast! Can’t wait to come back

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Brian

November 2024

24 ft Class C

7 nights at Little Palm By The Sea

The resort and space worked out well for us. Denise was very responsive to our questions and everything was as described. We enjoyed our stay.