Campgrounds in the Florida Keys

[Campgrounds in the Florida Keys]

Thanx, guys for your input. I appreciate hearing details. Seajay, I would also like to hear what other site you found in Florida. We will be there the month of October. We've seen Orlando and the East coast but would enjoy info on the west coast and the panhandle (or whatever they call that area).

[Campgrounds in the Florida Keys]

We stayed at Grassy Key RV resort in May. It is a new park and is a very nice place. It is only a few miles from Marathon.

have fun, Tom

[Campgrounds in the Florida Keys]

We stayed at Grassy Key RV resort in May. It is a new park and is a very nice place. It is only a few miles from Marathon.

have fun, Tom

[Campgrounds in the Florida Keys]

Willa and I have stayed on the ''keys'' in the winter months (JAN) and here are some things we have learned.

One. The further south you go on the keys the more camp sights cost per night.

Two. The further into winter months you go the more camp sights cost.

Three. We stayed on Marathon at the Buccaneer camp ground as I remember. Dont bet that name is right but

it will be the second campground as you go south on the island. It is on the right hand side of the

road. The people are very nice and the sights are pretty big.

Four. If you are thinking about getting a spot in a ''state campground'' FORGET IT. You have to wait till someone

dies or make your reservations at least one year in advance. You can go on line and check on availability

You may get lucky but dont depend on it.

Five. The earlier you make reservations the more likely you will get a price range you are looking for.

Six. Dont be afraid to SHOP AROUND.

Seven. The keys are a wonderful place for fishing. Buy a Florida salt water license and go fishing off the old road

beds that were the ''old highway'' down the keys. Florida has turned them into ''fishing piers'' and they are

free for the using. You can go out and ''catch your supper'' about every day.

Eight. If you stay on Marathon, Key west is about 80 miles away. Go to Key West and plan the trip as a ''day trip''

Go see the ''sights'' down there. It is worth the trip......

Nine. Hurricanes are the least of my worry in October. A good plan is to keep your water tank and gas tank

at least 3/4 full at all times and be prepared to the the ''Heck'' out of Dodge if necessary.

"STUFF HAPPENS''

Ten... There is a LOT TO SEE AND DO in Florida. I will not attempt to list all the things that can take your time

and money.

GO AND ENJOY..........

Seajay the sailor man

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Jay, thank you for your response. I am in the beginning stages of planning so will keep your email handy so I can pick your brain. We plan to head out next year in August. Have 6 months to explore AU and NZ. We want to as much as we can. If you travelled by car, did you stay in campgrounds?

[Has anybody toured Australia?]

Hello, out there. Have any of you rented an RV and toured Australia for several months? I would appreciate your input and accounts of your adventures.

[Campgrounds in the Florida Keys]

Hi, All You Experienced RVers, My husband and I are planning a southeast trek from CA to the Florida Keys. We plan to arrive in Florida sometime in October. We were love to here your comments on staying in the Keys (Marathon, etc). And, what do we do when there are hurricaines (besides, get the H out of there)

[The Florida Keys]

Hi Guys, Have you had any experience with staying in the Florida keys? We have a 40ft Safari with 3 slides. Do you have recommendation? We will be there in late October, early November. Look forward to your comments.