Midway Campground
Midway Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic table. Visitors may enjoy nearby activities such as fishing, hiking through the preserve, and exploring the many boardwalks.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 26 |
| Tent-only | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
36 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 03 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 05 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 06 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | RV ELECTRIC | RV electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 30 amp | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Dark sky | Inside Big Cypress National Preserve, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
| Accessibility | Sites 01, 02, 03, 04 and 32 more are listed accessible |
This campground offers electric hookups for RV sites, dump station, flush toilets, and water. Each RV campsite has its own picnic table and hibachi style grill. Covered picnic areas are located around the lake for day use.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 52) From Miami: Follow US HWY 41 west until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 52)
| Nearest town | Ochopee, Florida |
| Coordinates | 25.8514° N, 80.9872° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSet Cpi 6 Rx 1015
30 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 37.8 mi |
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Video
⛺ Midway Campground Review in the Everglades // Okeechobee, FL // USACE
Worth a stop
Located just off the highway, this campground is close to the Oasis Visitor Center, Miccosukee Cultural Center, Shark Valley, and Clyde Butcher's Art Gallery.
- 2.9 miOasis Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 2.9 miOasis Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness begins about 10.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.5 miMarjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 1,296,500 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Monroe StationBuilding · Ochopee · 7.1 mi
- Opa-locka BankBuilding · Opa-locka · 9.3 mi
Natural features
The RV campsites surround the lake offering a view from every site. Each campsite is open with limited to no shade. The outer perimeter of the campground is lined with a mixture of different trees.
Recreation
Midway Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve, offering a multitude of recreational activities. Ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, photography, and off-road vehicle trails.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Midway Campground?
Sites at Midway Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Midway Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Midway Campground have?
36 sites, including 26 RV sites with electric and 10 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Midway Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Midway Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Midway Campground?
This campground offers electric hookups for RV sites, dump station, flush toilets, and water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Midway Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Midway Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Midway Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Midway Campground?
Sites 01, 02, 03, and 04 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 36 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Midway Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Midway Campground sits inside Big Cypress National Preserve, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Midway Campground?
Midway Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve, offering a multitude of recreational activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Midway Campground?
Ochopee, Florida. Located just off the highway, this campground is close to the Oasis Visitor Center, Miccosukee Cultural Center, Shark Valley, and Clyde Butcher's Art Gallery.
Source: Getting there