Monument Lake Campground
Monument Lake 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, no hookups | 28 |
| Tent-only | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
38 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RV | Back-in | Gravel | 6 / 2 | ||
| 2 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | |
| 3 | RV | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | |
| 4 | Tent only | Pull-through | Gravel | 6 / – | ||
| 5 | Tent only | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 6 | Tent only | 6 / – | ||||
| 7 | Tent only | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 8 | Tent only | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 9 | Tent only | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 10 | Tent only | 6 / – |
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 | None |
| 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 |
This campground offers flush toilets and drinking water. Fire rings are available at the tent sites.
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 the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59). From Miami: Follow US HIWY 41 west until you see the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59)
| Nearest town | Ochopee, Florida |
| Coordinates | 25.8653° N, 81.1140° 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 ↗ | 7.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 45.8 mi |
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⛺ Monument Lake Campground Review // USACE Boondocking in Ochopee, FL (Everglades)
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.
- 5.1 miOasis Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 5.1 miOasis Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness begins about 13.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.4 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 · 0.9 mi
Natural features
The RV campsites surround the lake offering a view from every site. Each campsite is open with limited to no shade. Tent sites are tucked away from the RV area and close to the campground host and restroom.
Recreation
Monument Lake Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve offering a multitude of recreational activities including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, photography, and off-road vehicle trails.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Monument Lake Campground?
Sites at Monument Lake 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 Monument Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Monument Lake Campground have?
38 sites, including 28 RV sites without hookups and 10 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Monument Lake 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
Are there showers or a dump station at Monument Lake Campground?
This campground offers flush toilets and drinking water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Monument Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Monument Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Monument Lake 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
Is Monument Lake Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Monument Lake Campground sits inside Big Cypress National Preserve, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Monument Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Monument Lake 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
What if Monument Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Burns Lake Campground (6.6 mi), Pink Jeep Campground (7.6 mi), and Midway Campground (7.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Monument Lake Campground in?
Monument Lake Campground is a Big Cypress National Preserve campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Big Cypress National Preserve