RV & camping guide
Dry Tortugas National Park by RV
Your route
EYW
Key West International Airport
Dry Tortugas National Park
About 18 min · 4 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Vehicle & road notes
Which vehicle
No vehicles are permitted in the park; transportation is by boat or seaplane only.
parking
Key West Terminal Logistics
Parking in downtown Key West is expensive and limited. Use long-term municipal lots or hotel parking and arrive at the ferry terminal at least 60 minutes before departure.
signal
Complete Digital Disconnection
There is no cell service or public Wi-Fi on Garden Key. Inform others of your itinerary before leaving the mainland and carry physical copies of permits.
fuel
Personal Hydration Requirements
The park provides no fresh water. Day visitors must utilize ferry supplies; campers must carry a minimum of two gallons per person per day.
Campground reservations
Mandatory Ferry and Seaplane Transportation Booking
Reach the park by reserved concession ferry or seaplane, private vessel, or permitted tour operator. Campers cannot travel by seaplane; reserve limited ferry camping transport well ahead. Regular Garden Key campsites for up to six people are first come, first served on arrival, with camping fees paid on the island; large groups of 10–20 require advance park reservations.
Official sourceWhere to park the rig near Dry Tortugas National Park
Private campgrounds and RV parks outside the park, plus overnight stops for members.
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RV parks near Dry Tortugas National Park on RoverPass
Book RV parks and campgrounds online with full hookups near the park.
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Campsites near Dry Tortugas National Park on Campspot
Private campgrounds, cabins and glamping just outside the park, often with availability when park sites sell out.
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Rent a motorhome or campervan
Fleet rentals from established depots. Compare pick-up cities against your flight.
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Class C Motorhome — Sleeps 4
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Sprinter Adventure Van
Small enough to park at the trailhead, comfy enough to sleep in.
Check on Motorhome RepublicQuick answers
Can I take an RV to Dry Tortugas National Park?
Yes, Dry Tortugas National Park is a good fit for camping trips. Check vehicle length limits on park roads and campgrounds before you book, and plan fuel stops on remote stretches.
Where do I pick up an RV for Dry Tortugas National Park?
The nearest airport is Key West International Airport (EYW), about 18 min away by car. Rental depots are usually in larger cities, so compare pick-up points before booking flights.
Do campgrounds near Dry Tortugas National Park need reservations?
Reach the park by reserved concession ferry or seaplane, private vessel, or permitted tour operator. Campers cannot travel by seaplane; reserve limited ferry camping transport well ahead. Regular Garden Key campsites for up to six people are first come, first served on arrival, with camping fees paid on the island; large groups of 10–20 require advance park reservations.