Florida RV Road Trips

Florida πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ is one of the top RV road trip states in the U.S., offering tropical islands, wildlife-filled wetlands, historic towns, and miles of beautiful coastline. Because the state is long and narrow with two coastlines, it’s perfect for multiple scenic RV routes.

Here are several great RV road trip ideas across Florida.


1. Florida Keys Overseas Highway

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Route:
Miami β†’ Key Largo β†’ Islamorada β†’ Marathon β†’ Key West

Distance: ~160 miles (260 km)
Ideal length: 3–4 days

Highlights

  • Driving the legendary Overseas Highway
  • Crossing the famous Seven Mile Bridge
  • Snorkeling coral reefs
  • Sunset celebrations in Key West

RV Stops

  • Bahia Honda State Park Campground
  • Sunshine Key RV Resort

2. Everglades & South Florida Wildlife Route

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Route:
Miami β†’ Everglades National Park β†’ Everglades City β†’ Naples

Distance: ~150 miles
Ideal length: 2–3 days

Highlights

  • Airboat tours in Everglades National Park
  • Alligator and bird sightings
  • Mangrove kayaking trails
  • Sunset views over wetlands

RV Stops

  • Flamingo Campground
  • Midway Campground

3. Gulf Coast Beaches Route

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Route:
Tampa β†’ Clearwater β†’ Sarasota β†’ Fort Myers β†’ Sanibel Island

Distance: ~200 miles
Ideal length: 3–4 days

Highlights

  • Famous white sand beaches
  • Shell collecting on Sanibel Island
  • Dolphin watching cruises
  • Coastal sunset views

RV Stops

  • Fort De Soto Park Campground
  • Red Coconut RV Park

4. Space Coast & NASA Route

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Route:
Orlando β†’ Kennedy Space Center β†’ Cape Canaveral β†’ Cocoa Beach

Distance: ~70 miles
Ideal length: 1–2 days

Highlights

  • Rocket launches at Kennedy Space Center
  • Space exploration exhibits
  • Surfing at Cocoa Beach
  • Wildlife refuges nearby

RV Stops

  • Jetty Park Campground
  • Manatee Hammock Campground

5. Historic Florida Route (St. Augustine & North Coast)

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Route:
Jacksonville β†’ St. Augustine β†’ Daytona Beach

Distance: ~90 miles
Ideal length: 2–3 days

Highlights

  • America’s oldest city: St. Augustine
  • Castillo de San Marcos
  • Spanish colonial architecture
  • Atlantic Ocean beaches

RV Stops

  • Anastasia State Park Campground
  • North Beach Camp Resort

6. Ultimate Florida RV Loop

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Route:
Orlando β†’ Miami β†’ Florida Keys β†’ Everglades β†’ Naples β†’ Tampa β†’ St. Augustine β†’ Orlando

Distance: ~1,200 miles
Ideal length: 10–14 days

Highlights

  • Tropical island driving
  • Everglades wildlife
  • Gulf Coast beaches
  • Historic coastal towns

βœ… Quick Comparison

TripBest ForLength
Florida KeysTropical island drive3–4 days
EvergladesWildlife & wetlands2–3 days
Gulf Coast BeachesWhite sand beaches3–4 days
Space CoastNASA & rocket launches1–2 days
Historic FloridaColonial towns2–3 days
Ultimate Florida LoopFull state highlights10–14 days

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