Road trip over the Seven Mile Bridge to the Florida Keys and experience the vast wildlife population. Big Pine Key RV Park in Florida is home to some unique species and great fishing explorations. If you are in the water or on shore, the natural beauty and vibrant ecosystems make it a perfect getaway for nature lovers.
Big Pine Key RV Park’s Wildlife
Big Pine Key in Florida is named after the island’s forest and wildlife preserve. The most famous habitat of this island is the Key Deer.
The Key Deer are protected by the National Key Deer Refuge because they are an endangered species. These animals are only found in the Florida Keys. The deer are more accustomed to living and approaching humans that camp at Big Pine Key RV Park but it is important to only observe the wildlife.
Note: Engaging in activities like feeding them is illegal.
While the Key Deer tends to get the spotlight, other unique wildlife fills up the Keys and the refuge as well. There are the Lower Key marsh rabbits, Florida freshwater turtles, manatees, wild chickens, and a whole host of birds like pelicans, seagulls, and others that migrate to the Keys every year. Camping at Big Pine Key RV Park you will be in the heart of it all.
Fishing in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean
On your way to Big Pine Key RV Park, stop at Key Largo Island and the Everglades National Park. If you want a top-notch fishing trip these three destinations are wedged in between the coral outcropping of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. Which means the amount of fish to catch is endless.
The most commonly caught fish are both Tarpon and Bonefish.
The other fish and shellfish of the Florida Keys include:
- Mahi-mahi
- Grouper
- Wahoo
- Florida Yellow Tail
- Blue Crab
- Stone Crab
- Spiny Lobster
With an appropriately obtained fishing license from the State of Florida, these three destinations: Big Pine Key RV Park, Everglades National Park, and Key Largo are an angler’s dream!
Campground in the Florida Keys
Crossing the overseas highway down to the Florida Keys is iconic. Big Pine Key FL is the ultimate destination for RV and rustic camping. The oceanfront campsites and campgrounds have easy access to fishing and wildlife sightseeing. For RVers looking for full service, Big Pine Key RV Park offers full hook-up RV sites both on and off the canal as well as the oceanfront.
The RV park has on-site boat ramps and slips for purchase making it the perfect home base for any fishing trip or water activity. Big Pine Key RV Park is not your traditional RV Park; it also have resort amenities including a fully equipped store and an upper deck swimming pool with views of the ocean. If you are looking to take a trip to the Keys but do not have an RV, Big Pine Key RV Park has oceanfront Airstream and Travel Trailer rentals.
The all-age resort’s activities are great for the whole family and include dances, game nights, bingo, beach bonfires, happy hour, sport fishing, movie nights, and arts and crafts. When staying at the campground make sure to check out their activities calendar on the CampersApp or the website.
With the campground’s convenient location, if you head about an hour north or south you can make day trips to visit other popular attractions like Key West, Everglades National Park, Key Largo, Cudjoe Key, Bahia Honda State Park, Sugarloaf Key, and even the Naval Air Station.
When you plan your next fishing, sightseeing, or immersive wildlife vacation to Florida, stay at Big Pine Key RV Park. The ideal location is perfect for your Florida Key adventure and for creating unforgettable memories.
