Monticello, Florida serves as a strategic base for travelers along Interstate 10, with several RV parks and campgrounds positioned for convenient overnight stays. Tallahassee East Campground (formerly KOA) offers year-round accommodations with full hookups for RVs and tent camping options. Just a quarter mile from I-10, A Stone's Throw RV Park in nearby Lamont provides easy access for travelers while maintaining reasonable rates. Madison RV Resort and Golf Course, located about 30 minutes east, offers a more destination-oriented experience with its 95 sites, 9-hole golf course, and amenities designed primarily for adults. The camping landscape ranges from basic overnight stops to more developed resorts with recreational facilities.
Road noise is a common consideration at campgrounds near the interstate, with several reviewers noting the highway sounds at properties close to I-10. As one camper at A Stone's Throw noted, "This park is literally 1/4 mile off of I-10 (you hear the traffic, which did not bother us)." Most RV parks in the area feature full hookups with 30/50 amp service, though site spacing varies considerably between properties. The region experiences typical North Florida weather patterns with hot, humid summers when insects can be problematic. Several campgrounds offer laundry facilities and clean bathhouses, making them suitable for longer stays. Cell service is generally reliable near the interstate corridor but may diminish at more remote locations.
Campers seeking more natural settings can explore Suwannee River State Park, located within driving distance, which receives consistently high ratings for its trails and river access. "We've been to about 10 state parks in Florida and we loved this one the most. It's very well maintained and super clean and the bathhouse looks new," reported one visitor. Dog-friendly accommodations are common throughout the area, with several parks offering designated pet areas. Madison RV Resort features a spacious fenced dog park spanning approximately two acres. Most campgrounds in the region cater primarily to RV travelers, though tent camping is available at select locations. Budget-conscious travelers will find options ranging from basic sites at Rocky's Campground (around $9 for primitive tent camping) to more upscale resorts with rates exceeding $40 per night.
"Tallahassee FL Tallahassee RV Nice campground close to I10, shopping and restaurants.Gentleman who took my reservation over the phone was very nice and helpful. The sites are gravel, very level."
"Nice area to walk dogs. Will stay again."
$28 - $32 / night
"Not much immediately nearby, but the town of Monticello is about 4 miles north of the park with a Winn Dixie and other small merchants. A simple overnight stop along I-10. we would stop here again."
"It is literally along the highway and so easy to get too. It keep in mind along the highway means highway noise. We wear earplugs at night so it didn’t bother us."
"The only complaint is minor...traffic noise due to the close proximity to I-10. This is easly solved by leaving the HVAC fan on to mask the noise."
$26 - $38 / night
$31 - $999 / night
"There was a lot of signage as we got close to the CG to guide us in."
"There’s signage as you get close to the campground (CG) to guide you in. We arrived and checked in with no problems."
$75 / night
$20 - $40 / night
$32 - $40 / night
"Campground is quiet, it is located near minature golf and a lake. All with in walking distances. It is well taken care of, it does have a good bit of trails to walk."
"We had a nice overnight stay coming back from florida. We love to stay anyplace with a lake or river so this was a pretty park with a nice lake."
TravelerWe stay here often on trips north & south on I-75. Full hookups. Huge level sites. Sand gnats in summer! Clean new bath houses. Nice network of roads for e-bikes! Staff (Shannon) is the BEST! Took lots of time with us to straighten out issues online with our Friends of State Parks pass, etc.
ScoutUsually I’m a boondocker, but if I need to stay at a private RV place, this place is one of the nicest.
TravelerI travel in a toyota sedan so I was a bit worried about taking the dirt road. From the blacktop, it’s about 2 miles of bumpy dirt road. My car had no trouble playing go-cart, but wouldn’t come through here in the rain. Otherwise, will be back if I’m in Northern FL.
I stayed in a tent and had no trouble finding a flat area with good drainage. Stakes were easy to set in the ground and held well.
Camped for one night with just two other campers. Very quiet and great view of the stars.
Decent cell service for Verizon, was even able to stream.
Bring a book or plan for some quiet meditation as there’s no trails or much to explore. Great place to stop for the night before heading down to the keys.
Grab food and supplies before entering the National Forest. If you poop, bury it unless you want to lull critters to your campsite (: No trash available so plan ahead.
I heard mourning doves, Carolina wrens, and Cardinals before the sunset and fell asleep to the southern frog chorus.
LegendIf coming in from the east/Tallahassee on I-10, avoid Exit 241 (Madison/Greenville). Approaching from US-90 requires sharp right turns to reach the campground( CG). Instead, take Exit 251 for an easier left turn onto the CG road. This was our sixth year staying at the resort, and check-in at the office remained the same under the new ownership. After checking in, we proceeded to back-in buddy site 60A with full hookups to meet friends in site 60. One change involved the golf process, as we needed to go to the golf course clubhouse to pay for a golf package, then return to the office to pick up a golf cart. Water pressure was acceptable at around 40 psi. Cell service showed 3 bars on T-Mobile and 2 bars on Verizon. CG Wi-Fi was on the slower side with download speeds around 7 Mbps, so we relied on T-Mobile Home Internet, which consistently delivered speeds in the 200 Mbps range. The CG has relatively few trees, so satellite service was not an issue. The local Winn-Dixie has closed, leaving Bob& Jim’s Market as the primary grocery option in town, with Dollar General carrying a limited selection of basics. Prices at Bob& Jim’s were on the higher side. An Aldi was renovating the former Winn-Dixie building during our stay and was expected to open in about six months. For broader shopping and services, the nearest major amenities are in Live Oak, about 30 miles away. During our two-month stay, we learned that the new ownership planned to renovate the golf course and facilities into an executive 9-hole course, with construction scheduled to begin April 14, 2026, and a projected reopening in the fall or winter timeframe. Plans also included removing the first two holes near the entrance to add additional RV sites, bringing the total site count to around 200. Based on our experience, we plan to return again next year.
GuideWas actually at the spot geocaching, but really like the look of this little campground. And I mean little.
There’s a combination of electric hook ups and non-electric hook ups. It’s all very well kept and clean and organized.
Favoring this one for potential return to actually camp at. Gave this one 4 to 5 stars which is above average for me. But I’ve earned a fifth star if it wasn’t so close to the road with road noise and had been staffed full-time, and had a few more amenities.
GuideThis was a quick overnight stay for myself. I arrived a little bit after sunset and left fairly early in the morning.
Stayed at site number 18, which was Lakeside, but all campsites have decent view of lake through the trees. There is a dock and she can walk down to the water itself.
This is a very isolated place, and you have to drive down a dirt road, but very packed, which even sedans can handle no problem, unless it’s been raining that it might get a little slippery
When I stayed, it was 34° so didn’t do a whole lot but get set up in the rooftop tent and sleep. No real issues with Internet, for Verizon, but signal wasn’t super strong.
There is a toilet bathroom that is composting style, without sinks or showers.
But I booked I thought it said electrical, but after I booked, it said no electrical and when I arrived on site, there was a electrical pedestal, looked brand new, but not working. Unknown if they will soon have electricity or not ever used.
For its isolation and quietness and availability, I would definitely return. I don’t have a lot in this area to attend to, but this is a nice spot.
Star count is only down, ranked due to lack of electricity and water, as well as the slightly difficult drive in. That’s a plus for some people, but that’s how I do my star rankings.
ScoutSUPER private and quiet when I went, not a soul out there human or animal it seemed
TravelerSmall KOA but it has everything you need. Clean and well stocked facilities. Staff are professional and helpful.
GuideWe had reservations for one night. We were 1 1/2 hour from there and the airbag blew out on our motorhome. We luckily were by a freightliner dealer and they could put a new one on while we waited and we would have made it there. But unfortunately they had to order the part and while the part would be there that night they closed at 6. So we were stuck in place. I called the campground at 2:30 to let them know we wouldn’t make it while they still had time to rent out the space. But I noticed today my credit card got hit for $72 anyway. I understand people cancel for all kinds of reasons but mechanical isn’t something you can control. We had to stay the night at the freightliner place and didn’t leave there until 11:30 am and now have a 5 hour drive to Gulf Shores where we have reservations for 2 nights then onto Gulfport to get the AC fixed for a week and have to be in CA March 1, so it interrupted our plans too. I’d like to personally thank the kindness that the manager displayed by charging us a night that we weren’t there. Nothing like kicking you while you’re down. So just FYI- if you have a reservation and you die prior to checking in, your estate will be dinged!
North Florida's camping landscape around Monticello features a mix of private RV parks and more natural settings within easy access of Interstate 10. The area sits at approximately 200 feet above sea level with a subtropical climate that brings humid summers and mild winters. Winter temperatures typically range from 40-65°F, making it a popular destination for seasonal campers looking to escape colder northern regions.
Golfing opportunities: Madison RV Resort and Golf Course offers a well-maintained 9-hole course that receives consistent praise. "Our nightly rate was based on the monthly rate and included a golf cart and golfing on their well maintained 9 hole course," notes one reviewer who appreciated the value.
Trail exploration: Tallahassee RV Park provides access to scenic paths. "Beautiful trails," mentions one camper, while another states they "were pleasantly surprised at our stay here. We were not expecting much, but the park was actually beautiful."
Water activities: At Reed Bingham State Park Campground, campers can enjoy paddling on the 375-acre lake that connects to Little River. A reviewer explains: "Paddling/Fishing is fun on the 375 acre lake. The lake also connects to little river and it is a @ 3 hour leisurely up river paddle to Red Robin Boat ramp in Adel Georgia."
Spacious dog areas: The two-acre fenced dog park at Madison RV Resort and Golf Course stands out as exceptional. "A huge bonus for us was their large (about 2 acres) fenced dog park. This year they fenced off an area for small dogs," shared one frequent visitor.
Clean facilities: Tallahassee RV Park maintains high cleanliness standards. According to a reviewer, "Very pretty RV park. Level gravel sites and roads. WiFi, cable, full hookups. Lots of trees and shade. Nice area to walk dogs. Will stay again."
Easy highway access: A Stone's Throw RV Park offers exceptional convenience for interstate travelers. As one camper noted, "This RV park is right off I-10 making it great for overnighters. All the sites are pull-through making late arrival less stressful."
Price fluctuations: Campsite rates near Monticello, Florida can vary dramatically based on local events. At Tallahassee RV Park, one camper observed: "Was about double the nightly rate ($90!!!!) due to a FSU football game over the weekend but the place was only about 25% of capacity. Maybe because of crazy mark up policy."
Highway noise considerations: Most campgrounds in the area experience some road noise. A reviewer at A Stone's Throw RV Park stated: "The only complaint is minor...traffic noise due to the close proximity to I-10. This is easly solved by leaving the HVAC fan on to mask the noise."
Site spacing varies: Many campgrounds feature close quarters between sites. At Tallahassee RV Park, a camper mentioned: "Sites are VERY small… really great for parking but not socializing. With little outdoor space between RV's, most folks just keep to themselves. No fires and no outdoor grills."
Recreational options: Reed Bingham State Park Campground offers numerous family-friendly activities. "We love this state park park with its large wooded campsites, 375 acre lake and river for paddling & fishing, 7 miles of multi use trails for hiking & biking trails, playgrounds, and putt putt golf," shares an enthusiastic reviewer.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Bring binoculars for spotting local fauna. "Home to gopher turtles, alligators, deer and seasonal home to vultures and bald eagles makes wildlife spotting fun," notes a Reed Bingham visitor.
Child-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "The kids enjoyed the playground, climbing tree and mini-golf nearby," mentioned a family who stayed at Reed Bingham State Park with their children in December.
Late arrival planning: A Stone's Throw Lamont, Florida accommodates after-hours check-ins. "Terri was very easy to work with as we were a late, overnight arrival. Great little park for an overnight right off I-10. Easy access," notes a satisfied RVer.
Pull-through site availability: Many campgrounds offer convenient pull-through sites for easier parking. At A Stone's Throw, "All the sites are pull-through making late arrival less stressful. All sites have full hookups and there is wifi."
Big rig considerations: Tallahassee East Campground has size restrictions that may affect larger vehicles. One visitor warned: "Looks like a wonderful campground, unfortunately we came as a group in a mini church bus and were turned away. So if you have a bus camper or are bringing a group here in a bus i would keep looking."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Monticello, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Monticello, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 90 campgrounds and RV parks near Monticello, FL and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Monticello, FL is Tallahassee RV Park with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
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