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Available Dec 12–13 · 1 night23 sites open for every night · from $24/night
Monument Lake Campground is a Recreation.gov campground in Ochopee. It lists 28 RV or RV/tent sites and 10 tent sites for rigs up to 45 ft (official limit). Pets are allowed per the listing.
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| Site | Sa 12 | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $24 |
| 37 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 38 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 1 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 33 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 23 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 32 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 31 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 24 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 29 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 2 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 3 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 25 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
Your dates (Sat, Dec 12 – Sun, Dec 13): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Official limit 45 ft: longest permitted equipment length on the Recreation.gov site list. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Florida Rig Fit tool
33100 Tamiami Trl E
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Monument Lake Campground sits along the edge of Monument Lake within Big Cypress National Preserve, where freshwater swamp habitat gives way to open campsites that look out over the water. The campground contains 38 sites in total: 28 are designated for RV use and 10 are tent sites. RV campsites ring the lake, so most rigs have a water view but are described as open with limited to no shade plan for sun and bring awnings or shade gear. Tent sites are set apart from the RV loop, tucked closer to the campground host and the restroom for a slightly quieter, more sheltered feel. Basic comforts at the campground include flush toilets and drinking water, and fire rings are provided at the tent sites; many sites also include a picnic table for meals outdoors. Monument Lake is easily reached from the Tamiami Trail (US 41) around mile marker 59 between Naples and Miami, and for facility-specific questions fees, reservations or seasonal access call the preserve office at (239) 631-9988. Because Monument Lake is centrally located in Big Cypress, it's a handy base for the preserve's wide range of outdoor pursuits: fishing and hiking close to the campground, boardwalk exploration, and access to longer biking and auto-tour routes across the preserve. The broader Big Cypress landscape supports a mix of tropical and temperate plant communities and abundant wildlife wildlife viewing and photography are common pursuits here, and the preserve is also home to the endangered Florida panther. Nearby points of interest that make good day trips include the Oasis Visitor Center, the Miccosukee Cultural Center, Shark Valley, and Clyde Butcher's Art Gallery. If you prefer quieter tent camping near facilities, use the smaller tent loop next to the host; if you're in an RV, expect open lakeside views but little natural shade. For up-to-date details on site fees, reservation policies, and any seasonal restrictions, contact the preserve at the number above before you go.
Picks are 45 ft or shorter: the official RV length limit here. Pickup area: Miami (Miami International (MIA)), about 52 mi straight-line from Monument Lake Campground. RV rentals in Miami
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| $28 |
| 19 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 21 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 20 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 16 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 36 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 15 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 17 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 30 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 35 rv nonelectric | ✓ | $28 |
| 4 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 7 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 6 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 9 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 13 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 12 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 10 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 5 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 11 tent only nonelectric | R | $24 |
| 27 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
| 28 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
| 26 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
| 34 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
| 22 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
| 14 rv nonelectric | R | $28 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
| Agency / operator | National Park Service (Big Cypress National Preserve) |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov — Most campsites: 6 months before arrival (check the Seasons & Fees tab) [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length | Official limit 45 ft: longest permitted equipment length on the Recreation.gov site list [Recreation.gov site list: Monument Lake Campground] |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
| Season | Not listed |
| Hookups | Not listed |
| Max stay | 10 nights max |
Sources: Recreation.gov — Tips for Making Campsite Reservations at Popular Locations (checked 2026-10-18); Recreation.gov site list: Monument Lake Campground (checked 2026-10-18). "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
Managed by National Park Service (Big Cypress National Preserve). Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the Recreation.gov listing. Anything we can't source says so.
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (516 reviews, ★ 5.0). Not written or edited by us.
“Nice campground. Also enjoyed the ranger program about the night sky ”
“Well kept campground. Conveniently located. Soft grass! Wish we had stayed even longer. ”
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