Many seasonal and permanent RVs on site. Very tight access to many sites. Grass & sand sites that wider than many parks. Of the 4 RV parking places close to Cedar Key, I hate to say it, but this is by far the best value for the dollar and nicest. Across the road is a proposed RV park with buyable lots, their advertisements state "Cedar Key 7 minutes away". Maybe at 75-80 MPH. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Not a great campground. Needs some work. Sites are very tight with narrow roads for big rigs. Most of sites are filled with snowbirds. However this by far beats Sunset RV Park/Motel closer to Cedar Key. Rainbow Country was $28 less per night with larger sites and no tidal marsh (swamp) at rear of RV promoted as "water-front". Might stay here again in 5 years or so, just to see how they finish the upgrades at Cedar Key on the wharf. We camped here in a Motorhome.
An interesting mix of transients visiting Cedar Key (like us), long-term snowbirds down for the winter and apparently comfortable, and poverty-stricken permanent residents in dilapidated rigs that are sinking into the ground (those back sections of the park are scary). Theft warnings are posted. The staff is friendly and helpful, and there is a small store at a gas station across the street (good ice cream). Our overall impression, however, is very negative. The laundry is filthy beyond belief and actually falling down, and we did not want to touch anything in the dirty community room. There is mold in the showers. We were told the wiring at campsites is to be replaced soon, and it needs it -- wires are exposed. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Overall, a nice campground with a great water view. A bit crowded, and the sewer connection was too far to reach with my 15 ft hose. I liked the commons room - got a break from my wife! Would like to spend more time in Cedar Key. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Sites are a bit small, but the waterfront sites have a view that is quite impressive (worth the extra cost). Cedar Key is a gem, and this campground is a bike ride from town and the rest of the island. We would definitely go back to this spot. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
We had a wonderful stay here. The campground is sort of older, and some of the "upkeep" could be better, but it fits the whole town--sort of like a mini-Key West! The lady on the phone was very nice; said it was directly on the gulf--which is sort of true. It's more like an inlet, but a pretty view nonetheless. The shower house/bathrooms were old but very clean. Great WI-FI service, very fast. Cable was not so good, but we watched movies instead. Water pressure excellent. Great little place, and the price was right for the area!! My inlaws came with us and stayed in the attached "Motel" (4 rooms). We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
The couple who purchased this a few years ago, are charming. They have painted it in limes, and turquoises and pinks, making you feel like you are in retro Florida. The whole campground makes you feel like old time Florida...loved it. The restrooms and shower room have murals, and are very clean. There is a laundromat just down the street. The town is very quaint, we enjoyed the town, and the waterfront area. We purchased lots of fresh oysters, and had our fill of raw, stewed. soup, and fried. The campground itself has sights very close together, but most backup to a bay, with little piers onto it. The space behind us made us feel that we had plenty of room. (there was a 40ft motorhome beside us...and we still felt cozy in our spot). It got really cold while we were there, so we utilized the community room, with a big fireplace, TV, coffee, etc. Although dogs were not allowed, we seem to be the only ones using it, so we took our chances and let our dog in. The owner came in, and said it was OK...she was really nice and welcoming. Their website says they are selling permanent lots, but so far I don't think that is working out...and they have plenty of sites. Very charming! We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
This campground is becoming an ownership RV park. Their web site is very misleading as to the current condictions. The spots are small, but high tide view are great. It was cool while we were there so only a few bugs. We enjoyed biking from the park to main part of the island. Life is slow and easy going on Cedar Key. We enjoyed our 10 days. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
We had an ocean view. Our 5th wheel is 35', with 3 slide outs. Very tight!! We had trouble getting in and getting out, because sites are very close together. We had trouble finding a place to park truck (dually). They want you to park between rigs, ugh!! We were too big and had to park out front. We were eaten alive by "no see ums". Had to wear long pants, long sleeves, close all windows. Ground is uneven and sandy. High tide is beautiful, low tide is nothing but mud. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
The information provided by their (clever) website and the person taking the reservation was very misleading. It sounded more like an Outdoor Resort type of facility. The sites are sand/gravel and nothing is paved. It looks more like a work in progress with with a lot remaining to be accomplished. They are in the process of removing some of what look like derelicts. As stated in earlier reviews by others the sites are close together, extremely close together. If the park had been full we would not have stayed. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Made reservations for two nights using passport america discount...no problem..upon checking in asked twice regarding cost per night...manager stated $21/night....she didn't supposedly have time to check us in...said pick your site and pay up later...checked in...went to office...asked price for spot and manager said $21/night...pay in the morning... stayed two days...went for check out and she said first night $21/night second night $42/night...passport america book stated 2 night minimum...6 night maximum at $21/night...she denied ever discussing price....flat out lie....then she continued to say the campground has been bought out by condo developers and they don't need our type of business...Our last stay at such a flim-flam operation. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
March 2006
$28
Spent two nights here while exploring Cedar Key. It is convenient, friendly, and clean. Bathrooms/showers are together, so for families, this may be an advantage. Sites are VERY tight and close together. They have tenting sites near the front under shade, which is nice. Views of bay are great at high tide; at low you are looking at mud flats, very tidal. Roads are typical Florida limestone/sand and therefore can be dusty. But since it is a small area and most folks come and sit for several days or more, not a big issue. Close by was a clam farm and we walked to the facility, bought a large bag of fresh clams for dinner, then had a tour of how they raise clams for export around the country. Fascinating (and excellent eating. ) I believe the campground/motel is undergoing change of ownership; not sure how much of the friendly, easy-going nature will be retained. But if you want to visit Cedar Key, it is a great spot to spend a few days or weeks. They are Passport America, but do not accept discounts during high season (November through March). We camped here in a Motorhome.
If you are a SOCIAL type of person you will love this park. All the sites are right on top of each other so you really get to know all your neighbors. The water front sites do offer a great view of the bay and great sunsets every evening. This park is an old park, but on the other hand it is a very unique park. The staff is very freindly and treat you like you are satying at a bed and breakfeast, they have some kind of food and drink treat every morning and evening for all the guests. The whole park is decorated in the Jimmy Buffet-Margaritaville style, which makes you smile all the time. These were some of the cleanest bathrooms that I have ever encountered. Each one is seperate and contains all the convients just like at home. We used this park as a home base for our visit to Cedar Key, which was very convient to bike to the historic district from the campground..about 1 1/2 mile...the campground does not have much to offer for children to keep themslves occupied. If you want to do a little fishing and kayaking at Cedar Key this is the place to stay and I feel it was reasonably priced at $35 a night. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
This is a rustic campground whose personality fits that of the key. The owners have painted everything in bright colors of purple, pink and teal, reminiscent of the Caribbean! There are several docks for fishing, bird watching or relaxing. Mornings will find muffins or coffee cake in the clubhouse and a warm fire in the fireplace to remove the chill from your bones. On Thanksgiving day, the owners prepared turkey and ham and guests provided all the fixings. Kayaking and airboat tours can be arranged at the campground. A wonderful place to escape the problems of the world and wonderful people who want to be sure your stay is enjoyable. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
2004
$38
This is an older park that the new owners are gradually upgrading. The sites are fairly small and the levels could be better. You will need at least 2 sewer line lengths for the hookups which are mostly at the rear of the sites.The staff are very friendly and keen to help. There are a small number (10 or so) permanent residents with older units that vary in condition. This does not detract much from the overall appeal of the park. The residents of these units that we met were friendly and helpful. The few shortcomings of this park are more than made up for by the price. This is a good value park with very friendly staff. They provide free continental breakfast. We met some real nice fellow travellers there. Going back for labor day. Nearest large store for supplies is 30 minutes away so make sure you stock up before you get there ! We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 2 / 10 ]
2004
$40
Park is much smaller than it appears on their website. Spaces are very close together. The
interior roads and sites are are white gravel and very dusty. The slide on my TT was only 6" from my neighbor's awning and I could not extend my own awning. This is one of the very few sites I've ever used where I had to use 2" leveling boards to level my TT. The fishing docks were in poor repair and dangerous for small children with no bars or railings at lower levels. The only railing was at waist high for an adult. Everything was an extra cost - $2.00 for dog, $1.00 for cable. There were several old, permenent RV's there that looked like they dated from the 1960's and gave the park a junky appearance. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
2004
$16
New owners who are wonderful. Working very hard to to fix campground up and they have
done a wonderful job. We had a great time and stayed longer than had anticipated. Took friends who rented one of the motel rooms which are more than adequate. If you want a real getaway, Cedar Key is the place, like Florida was 100 years ago. Good restaurants and nice little town for exploring. We certainly will go back.Giving such a high rating, not that camp is that elaborate but such nice people and relaxing atmosphere and I think that is what motorhoming is all about... We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
2003
$16
Very pet & child friendly. Socials on Sat. night & free cont. breakfast. Laid back &
casual. We camped here in a Tent Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
2003
$28
We had a great time. The new owners were wonderful. They are struggling to upgrade the
park. They have hand painted murals on the walls of the bathrooms to make them unique and homey. They were extremely clean, and private. We walked to town
with our dog. It was raining and we called them about cab service, they came and got us. There are docks behind some of the sites and we caught a 31 inch red fish. The sunset from the dock was breathtaking. There is a nesting pair of eagles on the point. The bird life is unreal on this island. We are from New England and this tiny fishing village and park remind us of home away from home. We met some really nice campers from Germany there, and hope to go there again soon. We camped here in a Motorhome.