Mitchell Landing Campground
Closed for the season. The campground operates August 15 through April 15. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov. Any sites not reserved in advance are available first-come, first-served.
Kirby Storter - Partial Reopen
As of 11/4/2024, the Kirby Storter Boardwalk will reopen to the public. Note that the boardwalk is only open part of the way, as rebuilding has not yet begun.
Off Road Vehicle Inspections
ORV renewals & new permits will be issued at the Nathanial P. Reed Visitor Center Friday-Monday, 9am-1:30pm. No permits will be issued Tuesday-Thursday. Permits will be issued first-come first-served. Visit our ORV page for more information
Park Passes
Park passes, including: America the Beautiful, Veteran, Lifetime, etc., are UNAVAILABLE for purchase/pickup within Big Cypress. Shark Valley Visitor Center (Everglades) is the closest location to Big Cypress for purchase.
Big Cypress National Preserve issues temporary closure for Mullet Prescribed Fire
Big Cypress National Preserve has issued a temporary closure during prescribed fire activity beginning June 9, 2025. To learn more about what areas and activities the closure entails, click the link
About
Mitchell Landing Campground is a primitive campground situated along the scenic Loop Road in Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida. The campground offers 12 sites suitable for tent camping, RVs, and travel trailers up to 35 feet. Access is via a secondary gravel road, and cell service is limited throughout the area. Amenities are basic: vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, and fire rings are provided, but there is no potable water, showers, hookups, or dump station. Campers must bring their own water supply. Seasonal trash collection is available. The campground meets minimum ADA accessibility requirements. Mitchell Landing is particularly popular among airboat users, as it provides direct access to the Stairstep backcountry unit, the only area within the preserve open to airboats. Visitors with off-road vehicle permits can access ORV trails directly from the campground. Other nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and driving the Loop Road scenic route. Shark Valley Visitor Center in Everglades National Park is 11 miles east.
Directions
From Naples or Miami, follow US Highway 41 to Loop Road at Mile Marker 40. The east entrance to Loop Road offers easier access for larger vehicles. Follow Loop Road approximately 7 miles and turn left into the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| bicy_recreation@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (239) 695-1117 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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