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Airboats & Everglades

Sawgrass, gators and airboat rides in wild South Florida.

The River of Grass

The Everglades is like nowhere else — a slow, shallow river of sawgrass the width of the whole peninsula, teeming with alligators, wading birds and the occasional crocodile. The classic way in is aboard an airboat, skimming across the grass into the wild heart of South Florida.

Ride an airboat

Airboat tours launch from the edges of the Glades around Everglades City, the Tamiami Trail and the Miami suburbs. In minutes you are gliding over water just inches deep, close to gators, turtles and herons, with a guide who knows the sloughs.

Explore the Glades

Beyond the airboat, Everglades and Big Cypress protect a vast wilderness of mangrove tunnels, cypress domes and coastal islands. Paddle, hike the boardwalks, or take a ranger tour — winter is the best season, with fewer bugs and abundant wildlife.

Basecamp in South Florida

Member parks across South Florida and the southwest coast put you within reach of the Glades, the Ten Thousand Islands and the Gulf beaches. Set up camp, then spend your days chasing gators and sunsets.

Where to camp

Member parks for Airboats & Everglades

Verified Camp Florida member parks that make a great base — compare photos and amenities, then book direct.

FeaturedSouthAdelaide Shores RV Resort
Adelaide Shores RV Resort
Avon Park, FL

Experience luxury RV living in the heart of Central Florida at Resort at Canopy Oaks. Spanning over 400 beautifully landscaped...

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FeaturedSouthAlligator Park
Alligator Park
Punta Gorda, FL

Palm Breeze Luxury RV Resort offers a premium RV experience just minutes from downtown Punta Gorda and the pristine beaches...

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FeaturedSouthArbor Terrace
Arbor Terrace
Bradenton, FL

Tropical Gardens is a welcoming, all ages RV community in Bradenton, FL offering seasonal and long-term stays for adults and...

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FeaturedSouthFisherman’s Cove RV Resort
Fisherman’s Cove RV Resort
Palmetto, FL

Tropical Gardens is a welcoming, all ages RV community in Bradenton, FL offering seasonal and long-term stays for adults and...

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SouthMiami Everglades RV Resort
Miami Everglades RV Resort
Miami, FL

Our paved RV sites have 30/50 amp service, full hookups, grills and picnic tables. Restroom building has A/C and hot...

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SouthThe Glades RV Resort, Golf & Marina
The Glades RV Resort, Golf & Marina
Golf Marina, FL

Situated on the western rim of Lake Okeechobee, North Lake Sun RV Communities offers a relaxing and entertaining resort experience...

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SouthA Vacation Inn Resort
A Vacation Inn Resort
West Palm Beach, FL

Wooded sites with picnic tables and grill, 45 sites have full hookups, 6 with partial hookups, water and 20 amp...

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SouthArcadia Peace River Campground
Arcadia Peace River Campground
Arcadia, FL

Palm Breeze Luxury RV Resort offers a premium RV experience just minutes from downtown Punta Gorda and the pristine beaches...

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SouthBig Cypress RV Resort & Campground
Big Cypress RV Resort & Campground
Clewiston, FL

Situated on the western rim of Lake Okeechobee, North Lake Sun RV Communities offers a relaxing and entertaining resort experience...

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SouthBig Tree
Big Tree
Arcadia, FL

Palm Breeze Luxury RV Resort offers a premium RV experience just minutes from downtown Punta Gorda and the pristine beaches...

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SouthBlueway RV Village
Blueway RV Village
Ft Myers, FL

Gulf Air offers hours of endless fun with countless activities and events, a spectacular clubhouse, heated swimming pool, picnic area,...

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SouthBonita Terra
Bonita Terra
Bonita Springs, FL

Gulf Air offers hours of endless fun with countless activities and events, a spectacular clubhouse, heated swimming pool, picnic area,...

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Airboats & Everglades FAQ

Where can I take an airboat ride near the Everglades?
Airboat tours run from Everglades City, along the Tamiami Trail, and on the western edge of Miami. Winter offers the best wildlife viewing and fewest bugs.
When is the best time to visit the Everglades?
The dry season, roughly December through April, is best — comfortable temperatures, fewer mosquitoes and wildlife concentrated around the remaining water.
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