Wows and Woes
The best thing about camping in Florida is the ability to get away from it all. Even with a metropolitan area 10 miles away, it can still feel like a great wilderness. Finding a camping spot near the beach and watching the sunset--there's nothing better.
The heat when tent camping can make it quite uncomfortable. Tents can stay hot and humid throughout the entire night. Also, camping in Florida tends to be a bit pricier than in many other states.
Insider Tips
To deal with the heat in the tent, your best bet is to keep as much airflow moving through the tent as possible. If you have electric hookup at the tent site, use a fan. Make sure the rain fly is down when the weather is nice, but keep it close by. Storms in Florida can pop up very quickly.
Bottom Line
Though the heat much of the year may discourage many from camping in Florida, overall the experience can be enjoyable. An ocean or pool offers welcomed relief from the heat.
Author's Most Memorable Moment
Camping near a lake at Wekiwa Springs State Park and being the first one at the shoreline in the morning made for a great memory. The water was as still as glass and the only disturbance was the sound of my lure breaking the water's surface. Being that close to natural attractions is the greatest benefit camping in Florida offers.
Article Written By Kenneth Black
Kenneth Black has been a freelance writer since 2008. He currently works as a staff writer for "The Times Republican" in Central Iowa. He has written extensively on a variety of topics, including business, politics, family life and travel. Black holds a bachelor's degree in business marketing from the University of Phoenix.
