Harney River Chickee

Harney River Chickee offers a truly unique and immersive camping experience deep in the heart of Florida's most pristine wilderness. Located in the remote backcountry of the Everglades, this public campground provides access to one of America's most remarkable natural ecosystems, where you can disconnect from the everyday world and reconnect with nature in its rawest form.

This is not a traditional RV park with paved sites and hookups. Instead, Harney River Chickee represents authentic backcountry camping for those seeking adventure and solitude. The chickee platforms provide elevated camping on the water itself, allowing you to wake to the sounds of native wildlife and experience the Everglades as early explorers did. The setting is absolutely incomparable for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and outdoor adventurers who want to explore one of Florida's most important natural treasures.

The Harney River area is renowned for its exceptional fishing opportunities and wildlife viewing. Anglers come from around the world to fish these pristine waters for tarpon, snook, and redfish. Birdwatchers find themselves in paradise, with opportunities to spot roseate spoonbills, herons, egrets, alligators, and countless other species. The river itself becomes your highway, and exploration by canoe or small boat opens up miles of waterways and natural channels.

This location appeals to experienced campers and outdoors people who appreciate solitude and are prepared for backcountry conditions. It's perfect for fishing expeditions, wildlife photography, kayaking adventures, and those who want a genuine wilderness experience. The remote location means you'll need to be self-sufficient and prepared, but the rewards are tremendous for those who make the journey.

The Everglades surrounding Harney River represent a globally significant wetland ecosystem. Camping here puts you in direct contact with an environment that has shaped Florida's ecology for millennia and continues to provide critical habitat for numerous species. This is experiential travel at its most authentic.