Top 10 RV Parks Near the St. Augustine, FL Area

Top 5 reasons why it is a fun place to visit:

1. Visit St. Augustine distillery
2. Visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
3. Walk the St. George Street
4. Check out the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument (Starfort)
5. Visit the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park

List of top ten RV Parks in the St. Augustine, FL area:

(Disclaimer: information is a compilation of researched info as published online and does not necessarily reflect the experience or opinion of the author)

The RV parks have been ranked and are listed from “Most Recommended” to “Least Recommended” based on reviews, feedback, amenities, and preference. Cost was not the primary ranking driver.

Please note that weekend RV families with children might have different needs than full-time RV “snowbirds”.

1. Pellicer Creek Campground

One can do both freshwater and salt fishing here. This place is a great way to stay for a while and explore the St. Augustine area.

What makes this park unique?

This park is family-owned and operated and is a great place for anyone who loves boating or kayaking. The sites are all level and shaded, but the trees limit the size of the pads to 25×45 feet with mostly back-in sites.

2. 4 Lakes Campground

This park has lake access and is a newly established RV park that is just adding on amenities. The location is great and the layout is also very well done. It’s about 30 minutes from St. Augustine.

What makes this park unique?

Established five years ago, this park is still being built and improved. The staff is super friendly, the facilities are super clean, the sites are level and spacious on gravel. This park is family-friendly.

3. Anastasia State Park

Anastasia State Park is a 1,600 acres park in Florida. It’s located on Anastasia Island across from Matanzas Bay close to downtown St. Augustine.

What makes this park unique?

Sandy dunes, pristine beaches and rich history. This place has it all. The sunsets are simply incredible. Grab a kayak and explore the area, catch fish or just enjoy the 360-degree views.

4. Stagecoach RV Park

This RV has some great history. As the owners share on their Website: “Our Stagecoach name originates from our area’s history.  Picolata Road, now called County Road 208, was the stagecoach trail used when traveling into St. Augustine.

For many years there was a stagecoach service that connected the St. Johns River and the town of Picolata to the nation’s oldest city. We cherish our city’s history, and wanted to incorporate that in our name.“ (Source: https://www.stagecoachrv.net/about)

What makes this park unique?

This is a no-frills full-service RV park that is a great long-term stay for anyone visiting the St. Augustine area. The sites are level and paved and the park is well-laid out.

5. St. Augustine Beach KOA

This park is a great place to stay in the heart of St. Augustine! As their Website states: “You’re well-situated to explore the historic city of St. Augustine from this campground on Anastasia Island. Visit the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park (known as the site where Ponce de Leon landed in 1513), the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum and the Lightner Museum – filled with artifacts from America’s Gilded Age.

Anglers can cast for snapper, grouper, amberjack and other tasty fish on a deep-sea charter or from the pier that’s just a mile away.

From your Camping Cabin, RV Site or Tent Site, take a 3/4-mile walk to the ocean or enjoy on-site amenities, including a pool, fishing pond, paddleboats and Kamp K9, where your pup can run and play off-leash!” (Source: https://koa.com/campgrounds/st-augustine-beach/)

What makes this park unique?

This is a well-maintained, peaceful park with clean amenities and access to all local things to do. As a KOA, this park also has the expected perks of staying with that brand of a park. Max pull-through length is 75 feet.

6. Beverly Beach Camptown RV Resort

This is a park with RV lots and cabins right on the beach! “With 1,500 linear feet of Atlantic Ocean beachfront for your enjoyment, we are one of the few RV resorts situated directly on a seawall along the beach.

Located directly in the middle of St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city 32 miles to the north, and Daytona Beach, 30 miles to the south, there are nearby attractions for everyone. We are truly a year-round premier camping destination.” (Source: https://www.beverlybeachcamptown.com/)

What makes this park unique?

This park has the best views and beach access for anyone who loves spending time with toes in the sand and getting some vitamin sea! Many visitors say it’s worth the extra premium for the instant access to the beach.

7. North Beach Camp Resort

There is a restaurant and a bar just a short walk down the river. The amenities are clean and the staff is pleasant.

What makes this park unique?

Private beaches, tropical landscaping, amazing sunsets! This is the place to be for all beach lovers! You can have a nice bonfire by the beach and enjoy a drink while watching the sun go down, and during the day you can enjoy all the area has to offer! The sites are all shaded with great tropical trees.

“North Beach Camp Resort is located on 30-heavily-wooded acres on a barrier island between the saltwater North River and the Atlantic Ocean, just 4.5 miles north of historic downtown St. Augustine and 24 miles south of Jacksonville Beach.

Our prime northeast Florida beach camping location makes us the destination of choice for in the know campers!” (Source: https://northbeachcamp.com/)

8. Compass RV Park

This park has patio sites, buddy sites and a trail that winds through the resort are all great features of this park. Sun Outdoors purchased this property to streamline the operations and to offer great amenities to their guests.

What makes this park unique?

Immaculate amenities, spacious dog runs, paved big RV lots-all these are great reasons for someone to choose to stay here. The sites are level gravel, most are back-in. Note: since Sun Outdoors purchased this property, the rates have been increased (however, for this area, they are still pretty affordable).

9. Bryn Mawr Ocean Resort

This park is located just a short drive to St. Augustine. The sand dune is quite high so you can’t quite see the beach from the site, but it’s within walking distance. This park is about one hour from Daytona Beach.

What makes this park unique?

One can walk to the beach from the RV site. There are many shops and restaurants within walking and biking distance. The premier sites are worth the price, but make sure you do not have to cancel your stay, because there is a hefty non-refundable fee.

Note: make sure you tell the RV park the length of your RV before you book your site so that they place you in a large enough site.

10. Faver-Dykes State Park

Located 15 miles south of St. Augustine, bordering Pellicer Creek, this park has water and land activities galore. From boating to fishing, visitors can enjoy the finest of coastal Florida living.

What makes this park unique?

This park is truly beautiful, with access to Pellicer Creek to paddle boat or kayak and fish or simply enjoy the surroundings. This is a rustic park with no frills but it’s a natural place for outdoor enthusiasts. Beautiful sunsets and plenty of dolphin watching.

TIPS TO GET TO ST. AUGUSTINE

St. Augustine is a popular location for coastal Florida tourism. As a city right on the coast, it can be accessed via I-295/I-95 from Jacksonville, or I-4/I-95 from Orlando. When traveling from the West, one can also take US-27 to Gainesville and FL-100 to St. Augustine.