Friday, September 6, 2013

Reasons to Go Camping in Key West

 


As you step off the Miami to Key West shuttle, you are transported to a completely different place, a tropical paradise, if you will. There is so much to do here, bask in the laidback vibe, explore the Old Town or even go snorkeling in Key West.


Camping in Key West is another activity that is popular with adventure lovers the world over. The campgrounds here are open all year through and offer tourists unbeatable outdoor experiences. Here are just some reasons to go camping in Key West.


Key West Enjoys Great Tropical Weather Almost All Year Round



The tropical island of Key West enjoys spectacular weather almost all year round. The balmy climate with its cool salty breezes from the Atlantic Ocean and its sunny skies are some of the main reasons thousands of tourists are lured here every year. You may experience rain showers occasionally but they will pass relatively quickly. While Key West is swarming with visitors all year through, the best time to visit is between November to May where the weather is magnificent, the crowds are fewer and the prices are reasonable. This incredible weather makes camping in Key West an enjoyable experience.


Key West is Home to some really Popular Campgrounds



The tropical island of Key West is home to some amazing camping grounds. Boyd's Campground in Key West has been named by the Travel Channel as one of the top RV campgrounds in the United States. It is located just a short bus ride away from the hustle and bustle of Key West. Boyd's have RV sites and waterfront tents along with amenities like a heated pool, modern bathrooms, a swimming beach and a marina.


El Mar RV Resort has interior as well as oceanfront RV sites that are equipped with phones and television. The sites are side by side along gravel pathways with palm trees and patios that loom overhead. Leo's Campground offers budget-conscious travellers tent and RV sites a bike or bus ride away from the main island of Key West. The RV and tent sites have waterfront tent sites that sit on a charming little lake. Most are equipped with barbecues, picnic tables and some have provisions for electric at a nominal rate.


Dry Tortugas in Key West Offers a Challenging Camping Experience



If a fully-equipped campsite is not your cup of tea and you would rather rough it, head to Dry Tortugas National Park. Dry Tortugas lies around 70 miles from Key West and comprises the Coast Guard Station and Loggerhead Lighthouse, the Garden Key Harbor Light, Fort Jefferson, more than 200 shipwrecks and a massive cannon collection. You can reach the eight-site campground by ferry but be prepared to rough it out as there is no water or electricity. Visitors are not allowed to carry more than 60 to 70 lbs of gear and charge extra for transporting kayaks.     



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