Surrounded on all sides by the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, the blazing hot state of Florida is a paradise on Earth when it comes to RV recreation. What could be better than relaxing from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the shade of palm trees? Wherever you are in the state, you are never more than 60 miles from the nearest spring of salt water. It's an epicentre for world-renowned cuisines, subtropical wilderness, fresh-caught fish, craft beer, sunny beaches, and generally speaking - affordable luxury.

Read on for thorough details on the 9 best RV and trailer parks in the southernmost state. We will compare amenities, area activities, reviews, and more. By the end, you'll have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable holiday.

Recently renovated and equipped with spacious sites, Grassy Key is designed to comfortably accommodate large RVs. The resort is located in the heart of the Florida Keys, within walking distance of the Dolphin Research Center. Here you will find the best sightseeing opportunities in all directions. Within a short drive, for example, you can appear at Curry Hammock State Park, one of the largest uninhabited parcels of land in Florida Keys.

Enjoy shopping, dining, relaxing on the white sand beach or swimming in the crystal clear swimming pool. Boat docks, clubhouse, picnic tables, spas, golf courses, snorkel charters and historic sites ensure you will not let a day go by without relaxing throughout.

This unique resort offers RV adventurers unlimited access to a tropical island setting. Located on the island of Ohio Key, it is a perfect getaway for ocean activities such as fishing, kayaking and boating. To take the burden off your shoulders, the resort offers all the necessary amenities. Shops, restrooms, showers, washrooms, game rooms, internet, multiple pickleball and tennis courts and more.

Explore nearby Bahia Honda State Park, play sports, take arts and crafts classes, do water aerobics, watch movies at the outdoor theater, or fish from the pier or boat. This tropical paradise will easily make you forget the hustle and bustle of city life.

If you are looking for a more luxurious stay in the Florida Keys, this is the place for you. Each site benefits from the shade of palm trees and has its own tiki hut with all the amenities of a 5-star hotel. Magnificent dining tables, sofas, large kitchens, TV's, armchairs, ceiling fans, hot and cold water sinks, ice machines and refrigerators provide the best comfort after a day of outdoor activities.

Fishing enthusiasts can choose from reef, light tackle and deep sea fishing. Only here are you able to host a fishing party on a private fishing charter.

The history of this campground dates back to 1963 when two travellers from Canada, Boyd and Elsie Hamiltons, were trying to escape the harsh winters and headed south in their campervan. They came across this island and decided to make it their home and later opened a campground.

Keeping up the reputation of the park, current management has made sure it is one of the best places for RV recreation. There are four bathhouses, each with showers, restrooms, rinse stations, washers and dryers. To meet and socialise with your neighbours, there are pavilions with sponsored activities like dances, cornhole tournaments, bingo, cookouts and more.

You'll find a gorgeous pool surrounded by swaying palm trees with island music in the background. Just a two-minute walk away is Elsie's Restaurant Tiki Garden, where you can grab a cocktail or lunch. Especially in the winter months, the place is bustling with weekday aerobics classes, movie nights, themed cookout parties with DJ's and costume contests.

Key Palms RV Resort is a perfect getaway for an active weekend. Located on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and just a short drive from the Atlantic Ocean, it is a perfect location for water activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkelling, scuba diving, hiking, biking, deep sea fishing.

You can easily walk to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and spend a day snorkelling over colourful coral reefs and various marine life.

This Florida RV park is only an hour's drive from Miami and two hours from Key West. Here you will find many luxurious amenities including: private patios, paved roads, concrete pads, heated pool and spa, private boat launches, washers, dryers, exercise room, WiFi, water, dump stations and cable.

The RV park Pensacola Beach is located directly across the street from the Gulf of Mexico beach and offers a choice of premium, deluxe and standard sites. Unlike many other resorts, this one is extremely pet-friendly. Take your four-legged friend to the private beach or let them play in the off-leash dog runs. To sit back and relax, there is the Sneaky Tiki Bar, which offers drink specials at certain times.

This park offers a heated pool, restrooms, showers, laundry facilities, RV supply stores, children's playgrounds, ice machines and much more to make your stay a memorable one.

Destin West RV Resort is conveniently located at Okaloosa Island, where you can walk to Florida's world-famous beaches. It is specially designed for 5th-wheelers and travel trailers. This park is famous for its dog park, dozens of golf courses, excellent restaurants and fishing areas. Considering the fact you will be surrounded by multiple national parks, it is a perfect place for a long stay.

Every Tuesday and Thursday, there is a community campfire with smores that all guests are invited to attend. As for amenities, there are 24-hour laundry facilities and bathhouses, a swimming pool, and several barbecue areas.

This waterfront RV resort in a lush tropical setting is just minutes from the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. Known for its natural beauty and laid-back attitude, the Santa Rosa resort will take every worry away from you. In 2018, this RV park received the Good Sam's Award for best breathtaking views.

With a total of 88 spacious RV sites, 24 of which are waterfront, this RV park offers full hookups, 30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, cable and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy a newly built waterfront pool, gathering area with fire pit and dozens of seating areas.

All guests have access to paddle board and kayak rentals, plus fishing and golf tournaments are held nearby each year.

Ho-Hum Park is unlike any of the other places listed above. It has neither a swimming pool nor a shower facility. Yet, it shines in its own way. It is a waterfront site with an open panorama of the ocean and a 250-foot pier that is great for fishing.

Here you can sit back and enjoy breathtaking sunrises, swimming dolphins, pelicans flying in formation, seabirds and shorebirds. It is especially a significant spot among bird watchers with binoculars, as the park is less than a mile from Lanark Reef, locally called Bird Island. Surrounded by Apalachicola National Forest and Tate's Hell State Forest, it is an ideal place for nature lovers.

But that does not mean this is an isolated wilderness deep in the woods. On the contrary, it is a park with many great amenities that will make your stay a good time. All sites have 50/30 amp water and sewer hookups, there is free TV cable with 70 channels, free WiFi, 24 hour laundry and the site has great lighting.

From going to the beach and lounging under palm trees to deep sea fishing and scuba diving, it's obvious that Florida has a lot to offer RV travellers. Each of the 9 parks we looked at is a perfect destination to explore unusual Florida attractions. Book your stay now, and get ready for an unforgettable holiday!