Frequently Asked Questions about John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

Question: How far are we from Key West?
Answer: The park is 102.5 miles from Key West. It is about a two hour drive south on US 1 to Key West.

Question: Are pets allowed in the campground?
Answer: Pet camping is allowed at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Pets must be confined, leashed (not to exceed six feet in length) or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times. Tethered pets must not be left unattended for more than 30 minutes. Quiet hours must be observed from 11:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Pet owners must pick up after their pets and properly dispose of all pet droppings in trash receptacles. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Any pet that is noisy, dangerous, intimidating or destructive will not be allowed to remain in the park. Non-furbearing pets, such as reptiles, birds, or fish must be confined or under the physical control of the owner. Some animals may be prohibited on park property. Failure to abide by these rules may result in the camper being asked to board the pet outside the park or to leave the campground.

Question: What size of motor homes can be accommodated in the campground?
Answer: The campground has a limited number of sites that can handle a motor home up to 40 feet, reservation are recommended.

Question: Are reservations required for camping?
Answer: Reservations are highly recommended, during the busy season and many weekends our campground sells out. We do maintain a few sites on a first come, first serve basis.

Question: Are there restaurants and stores close by?
Answer: Yes, there are several very good places to eat within a couple of miles of the park. Key Largo is like most other small cities; we have a couple of grocery stores and department stores.

Question: Since the park is locked at night can I get out at night?
Answer: Yes, all camper are provided with a simple means of entering and exiting the park at night.

Question: Do the bathrooms in the campground have hot water?
Answer: Yes, the bathrooms have hot water, showers and electricity.

Question: What is provided with each campsite?
Answer: Each campsite has water, electricity if requested, a grill, and a picnic table.

Question: Do the campsites have sewer hook-ups?
Answer: We do have a dump station, however we do not have hook ups at the campsites.