A complete guide to camping in Naples

Naples sits on Florida's southwest Gulf Coast where the Everglades meet the Gulf of Mexico. The city draws a wealthy, seasonal population, and the camping scene reflects the area's character with RV resorts that lean upscale and long-term. Beach access, fishing, and proximity to the Everglades provide the outdoor draws beyond the campground gates.
Naples Motorcoach RV Resort serves the Class A motorcoach crowd with landscaped sites and resort amenities. Sun Retreats Naples and Sun Retreats Naples East operate branded campgrounds east of the city along the Collier County corridor. Lake San Marino and Northtide Naples 55+ RV Resort cater to the seasonal and age-restricted market. Marco Naples RV Resort sits between Naples and Marco Island with access to both.
The Everglades backcountry begins 30 minutes east. Big Cypress National Preserve offers primitive and developed camping in the swamp ecosystem for those wanting a raw contrast to the manicured RV resort experience. The Gulf beaches are the daily draw, with Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park and Clam Pass providing the most natural beach access in the Naples area. Offshore fishing for snook, redfish, and tarpon runs year-round from Naples Bay and Gordon Pass. The Ten Thousand Islands to the south add a backcountry fishing and kayaking dimension that few other Gulf Coast towns can match.
Best months: November through April
Winter is peak season. January averages 65 degrees with dry, sunny days. The Gulf stays swimmable year-round (low 70s in winter, mid-80s in summer). Summer is hot, humid, and within hurricane season (June through November). Daily afternoon thunderstorms from June through September bring lightning and heavy downpours. Mosquitoes peak near the Everglades edge from May through October. The dry season (November through April) coincides with snowbird arrivals and the highest campground occupancy.
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| Spring | Mar-May | 78°F | 66°F | The dry season (November through April) coincides with snowbird arrivals and the highest campground occupancy. |
| Summer | Jun-Aug | 88°F | 76°F | The Gulf stays swimmable year-round (low 70s in winter, mid-80s in summer). |
| Fall | Sep-Nov | 78°F | 66°F | Daily afternoon thunderstorms from June through September bring lightning and heavy downpours. |
| Winter | Dec-Feb | 67°F | 55°F | Winter is peak season. |
Source: NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals

November through April. The dry season brings sunny days in the 70s and 80s, minimal mosquitoes, and swimmable Gulf water. This is also peak demand for RV resorts, so book early. Summer is hot, humid, stormy, and within hurricane season.
Naples Motorcoach RV Resort is the most upscale option for Class A coaches. Sun Retreats Naples and Sun Retreats Naples East provide branded campground experiences. Northtide Naples 55+ serves the age-restricted seasonal market. Marco Naples RV Resort adds proximity to Marco Island.
Big Cypress National Preserve has both primitive and developed campgrounds 30 minutes east of Naples along US 41 (Tamiami Trail). Midway and Monument campgrounds provide developed sites. Backcountry camping is available with a permit. The western Everglades entrance at Everglades City is 45 minutes southeast.
Naples is a strong inshore fishing destination. Naples Bay, Gordon Pass, and the nearshore Gulf produce snook, redfish, tarpon, and sheepshead year-round. The Ten Thousand Islands south of Naples offer backwater fishing in mangrove country. Charter guides and kayak fishing are both productive.