RV route guide
Florida Keys + Everglades regional routes
Keys, Everglades, Big Cypress, Biscayne. The southern Florida RV circuit.
Southern Florida offers an integrated RV-travel experience combining the Florida Keys (US-1 to Key West), Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Biscayne National Park, and the Miami metro area. The region's challenge is hurricane season (June-November) — winter dry season (December-April) is the practical window.
- Tier
- Region
- State
- Florida
- Sources
- Cited official (.gov / .org)
What's the southern Florida RV circuit?
Miami base. Tamiami Trail US-41 west to Big Cypress + Everglades. South to Flamingo. Return via US-1 north. East to Biscayne. South to Florida Keys via US-1. Key West and return. About 600 miles, 10-21 days. Reserve all campgrounds 11 months in advance.
- 10-21 day circuit
- Winter only
- 11-month reservation window
- Hurricane season risk
- Multiple NPS units
What Visit Florida + Everglades tourism doesn't tell you
Regional travel guides typically focus on individual destinations. PickRV's regional guides focus on the multi-day RV-route reality — how to connect destinations efficiently, where to camp at intervals, what fuel + supply discipline matters.
Florida Keys campground availability is the limiting factor. Book in advance or use Florida City as base.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I camp in the Florida Keys without 11-month booking?
- Difficult in season. Private RV parks slightly more available than state parks.
Authoritative sources
Verify current conditions with state DOT 511 systems before departure. RV restrictions may change. Weather may close roads.
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