The best waterside campgrounds near Perdido Key, Florida

Perdido means lost in Spanish—a name which adds to the intrigue of this already mesmerizing camping destination. So what’s worth seeing here, you ask? Consider the white sand dunes and calm Gulf waters, or the vast, wildlife-filled estuaries. You’ll also love that over half of this island is dedicated to state or federal parks, which gives rare access to Florida’s natural flora and fauna. Whether you want to hike, swim, fish, sunbathe or simply explore on your Perdido Key vacation, you’re guaranteed to find what you’re looking for.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Perdido Key

1. Flying Frog Ranch

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40mi from Perdido Key · 6 sites · RVs

Nominated as BEST HIPCAMP IN FLORIDA, Flying Frog Ranch is exactly that peaceful getaway you are searching for, while still being close enough to all things Florida. From friendly wildlife, to hidden gems, Flying Frog provides you a peaceful stay off the beaten path, while still being close to all you seek. The property is a shared space consisting of 1+ acre of private, natural setting, including a well stocked pond. You can wake up and see all sorts of friendly wildlife coming and going, including peacocks, rabbits, turtles, and much more. Fishing, nature trails, animal safari, horseback riding can all be found throughout the neighborhood, and beaches are just a short drive away. Leap into Flying Frog! Our guests love staying here "I really loved this place! It was quiet yet close to everything. I love walking the property and taking in all the natural beauty. He responded quickly to texts if I had a question. Very peaceful and quiet! If you don't like busy campgrounds this is the place to go to. A little piece of paradise with the pond and turtles and all his flowering trees. I also saw a peacock while there! I extended my booking for an extra day." Come enjoy the ORIGINAL neighborhood hipcamp .

2. Jonathan Dickinson State Park

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(16)

130 sites · Jupiter Island, Florida

A fun-for-everyone wildlife habitat just west of Jupiter Island.

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Perdido means lost in Spanish—a name which adds to the intrigue of this already mesmerizing camping destination. So what’s worth seeing here, you ask? Consider the white sand dunes and calm Gulf waters, or the vast, wildlife-filled estuaries. You’ll also love that over half of this island is dedicated to state or federal parks, which gives rare access to Florida’s natural flora and fauna. Whether you want to hike, swim, fish, sunbathe or simply explore on your Perdido Key vacation, you’re guaranteed to find what you’re looking for.

95% (1.1K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Perdido Key

1. Flying Frog Ranch

98%

(229)

40mi from Perdido Key · 6 sites · RVs

Nominated as BEST HIPCAMP IN FLORIDA, Flying Frog Ranch is exactly that peaceful getaway you are searching for, while still being close enough to all things Florida. From friendly wildlife, to hidden gems, Flying Frog provides you a peaceful stay off the beaten path, while still being close to all you seek. The property is a shared space consisting of 1+ acre of private, natural setting, including a well stocked pond. You can wake up and see all sorts of friendly wildlife coming and going, including peacocks, rabbits, turtles, and much more. Fishing, nature trails, animal safari, horseback riding can all be found throughout the neighborhood, and beaches are just a short drive away. Leap into Flying Frog! Our guests love staying here "I really loved this place! It was quiet yet close to everything. I love walking the property and taking in all the natural beauty. He responded quickly to texts if I had a question. Very peaceful and quiet! If you don't like busy campgrounds this is the place to go to. A little piece of paradise with the pond and turtles and all his flowering trees. I also saw a peacock while there! I extended my booking for an extra day." Come enjoy the ORIGINAL neighborhood hipcamp .

2. Jonathan Dickinson State Park

94%

(16)

130 sites · Jupiter Island, Florida

A fun-for-everyone wildlife habitat just west of Jupiter Island.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Public campgrounds near Perdido Key

Nearby water access for a calm dock view of a stunning sunset.. here we spotted otters a few minutes walk from the campsite.

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The River Campground

27mi from Perdido Key · 53 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jonathan Dickinson State Park

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Pine Grove Campground

28mi from Perdido Key · 77 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Cathi

November 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

9 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

This was my first time using this app, so I didn’t know what to expect… and let me say that it far exceeded my expectations! Vito the owner couldn’t be more friendly and accommodating! I had an issue that was a million percent my fault… I cut the corner too tight coming in and got stuck in the ditch. If this happens to you, just call Priority Towing and they’ll come get you out the way you went in!!! Vito was so helpful throughout that whole thing! The property is beautiful and peaceful. If you have dogs, there is a very well-kept backyard, but you can also walk them on the sidewalk of the main road. Would most definitely recommend this very cool and hip camp!

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Peter

June 2025

13 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

Beautiful secluded property but still close to civilization. Really enjoyed my stay and probably will again.

Julian

April 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

Vito is one of the best hosts I've come across, very nice and responsive. Beautiful secluded property. I would recommend.

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Lynda

April 2025

24 ft Class B

With pets

3 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

This was a charming location on a quiet street with the sounds of peacocks and other birds. Vito was an attentive and helpful host.

K

March 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

30 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

Highly recommend Flying Frog Ranch. It is a peaceful and beautiful place to stay. The host, Vito, is helpful and kind. We would not hesitate to stay again or recommend to family and friends.

Matthew

February 2025

19 ft travel trailer

14 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

My wife, cat and I stayed at Vito's for 6 weeks! while working remotely and exploring the area. We lived out of our travel trailer in Vito's larger RV site and shared the property with the occasional neighbor Hipcamper. This is a great spot for a longer-term stay! Mind you, while we had 50 amp power, we shared the water supply (hose was long enough to reach our trailer), and did not have a sewage hookup. Vito kinda recommended a local pump out service for our tanks. We only ended up using them a couple of times as we took the camper down to the keys for a long weekend amidst our stay. The property is beautiful, quiet and peaceful. A perfect place to stay, away from the city, but close enough to all the conveniences and easy to take day trips or weekend adventures to beaches like Jupiter, Palm Beach, Miami and even the keys. Vito was an excellent host. Thank you so much!

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Tricia

February 2025

20 ft campervan

9 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

This campsite was a peaceful and pretty place to relax. Vito was very responsive to my questions during my stay. I would highly recommend staying here if you’re checking out the area.

Matthew

February 2025

19 ft travel trailer

27 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

What a great, peaceful spot! We stayed 6 weeks in our camper trailer, working full-time (great WiFi and cell service) and exploring on the nights and weekends. The neighborhood is quite and great to walk around. Loved the peacocks roaming through camp!

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Patricia

January 2025

16 ft car

6 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

Lovely site. Enjoyed our stay. Wonderful location. Good value.

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gabz

January 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

9 nights at Flying Frog Ranch

My husband & I spent a week at Flying Frog Ranch & it was absolutely amazing. It was very quiet & serene. The views were beautiful as they have a pond with chairs to sit by. Vito & Isabella were very attentive & accommodating to all our needs & were always super responsive. Definitely will be returning in the future.

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Sierra

November 2024

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Flying Frog Ranch

We enjoyed our stay at Vito's property. Very pretty, quiet, and safe!

Nearby public parks

Browse national and state parks near Perdido Key

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Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Jupiter Island, Florida

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The best waterside camping near Perdido Key guide

Where to go

Perdido Key State Park

One of many unique characteristics of Perdido Key: half of the island is in Alabama, and half is in Florida. On the Florida side, you’ll find Perdido Key State Park, a gorgeous stretch of white sand complete with picnic tables, dunes, picnic pavilion, showers and endangered wildlife. This is home to nesting sea turtles and shorebirds, with a boardwalk for viewing. Perdido Key State Park has primitive campsites as well as RV campsites, so there’s a little bit of something for every type of camper.

Johnson Beach National Seashore

This federally designated area is the perfect place to see nature and enjoy uncrowded beaches. This is part of Gulf Island National Seashore, a 215 square mile stretch between Florida and Mississippi. You’ll enjoy the lifeguards, bathrooms and paddling access in this area, and if you’re interested in hiking, you can enjoy the Discovery Nature Trail. This is a raised boardwalk that winds through many landscapes, including dunes, pine trees and salt marshes. This area does charge an entrance fee, so have a card or cash ready.

Big Lagoon State Park

This state park offers unfettered access to some of Florida’s most beautiful features. You’ll see sand dunes, tidal ecosystems and endless wildlife. There are 75 designated camping sites in Big Lagoon State Park, with fire rings, water hookups and picnic tables. Another adventure activity is the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail, the entrance of which is marked by a half kayak and a weathered log book detailing past adventures. Most importantly, don’t miss the massive raised boardwalk winding through the park, which offers various viewing points.

When to go

The warmest month in Perdido Key is July, with January being the coolest. Since this is a top place to see wildlife, you may want to plan your visit around different hatching or migration patterns. For example, if you want to see sea turtles, they tend to come onto the beach for nesting and hatching between May and August. February and March tend to be the best months for visiting the beach.