Kayakers and paddlers gain direct water access from this tent-only campground positioned along the Florida Keys coastline. Long Key State Park Campground features four hike-in sites that require a 100-yard walk across a boardwalk from the parking area, with campers setting up just 15 feet from the water's edge.
The sites sit side by side despite the park's expansive size, offering unobstructed views across the ocean waters. Campers can launch kayaks directly from their sites and explore the shallow areas suitable for lounging. The location provides opportunities for snorkeling, though reviewers note the beaches consist of muddy bottoms rather than sand. Traffic noise from nearby US Highway 1 carries throughout the night.
Restrooms provide warm water but lack lighting after dark. The campground operates year-round at $22 per night, though availability remains limited due to hurricane damage repairs that have periodically closed the facility. D C. warns that rats "getting into cars and chewing stuff up" requires careful food storage.
No-see-ums present significant challenges during certain seasons, particularly in early May when these biting insects can make camping uncomfortable despite wind conditions. For additional camping choices in the region, explore camping near Long Key State Park.
Description
Orb Trail
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
This campground is closed for construction. Please visit https://floridastateparks.org for more information or contact the park directly.
No collecting firewood, poisonous wood in the park.
Address and phone number, phone number is especially important during hurricane season.
Rigs that exceed the posted site length will not be allowed to remain on site. Camping rigs longer than this will be moved to alternate sites, if available, on arrival. Please see the Campsite List, above, for a list of site and driveway lengths.
The park gates close at sunset. If you plan to arrive late please, contact the park prior to 5 p.m. on the day of your arrival.
Check in time is 3 p.m. Check out time is 1 p.m. br>
Quiet time begins at 11 p.m. and must be observed by all campers.
For everyone's enjoyment, including pets, please observe the pet camping rules found in the complete Florida State Parks Pet Policy, click here.
Pets are not allowed in any state park cabins or cabin areas.
Service animals are welcome in all areas of the park where visitors are normally allowed.
No one younger than 18 may camp overnight unless accompanied by a responsible adult, who will remain onsite for the period rented.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundLong Key State Park Campground is located in Florida
Directions
Travel south to US 1 Overseas Highway. Continue toward Key West to mile marker 67.5. Entrance to the State Park is on the ocean side. Look for the large brown sign. Stop at the ranger station for further instructions.
Address
M.M. 67.5 U.S. Overseas Hwy
Long Key, FL 33001
Coordinates
24.8127412473565 N
80.8227098943017 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/25/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/25/26
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Miami, FL
- 3 hrs 10 min from Naples, FL
- 3 hrs 46 min from Cape Coral, FL
- 3 hrs 50 min from Punta Gorda, FL
