We had a boy’s (my dad, my son {7}, and me) Memorial Day Weekend (05/28-30/2021) at John Prince Campground. This was our first time there. The park is only 45 minutes from home but it was more than an hour and a half due to I-95 holiday traffic. Once we arrived at the park, I noticed the signage that leads to the campground area. The signs were obvious and well placed making it easy as a first timer there. The guard gate to enter the park has plenty of parking while you register. If you have all the documents they require, which will be in your confirmation email, the check-in process is seamless and quick. The ranger was very helpful during the check-in. The campground has a gated and secured entrance (code provided in confirmation email and ranger writes it on your parking pass) completely separated from the rest of the park (it’s an island, sort of). The campground has two areas adjacent to each other; 14 day limit (short term) and a long term. Both areas provide full service at the sites. Once we entered the campground, we just followed the directions the ranger gave us towards our site; site 94. Our site is a back-in on the lake. I was surprised how leveled the site is. The leveling system barely adjusted the rig. That area of the campground has the sites a bit closer to each other but still with enough distance between them. I loved the view with the lake behind us, specially during sunrise. The best thing is that there is plenty of shade at the rear of the site during the late afternoon; great to sit and enjoy the boats, people tubing, fishing, and jet skies on the lake. The site has full hookups; all worked well. There is also a connection for cable tv but I got more channels, and with better image, with the over-the-air antenna (I do have a booster, not sure if it made a big difference). During this stay we remain in the campground area. We did not explore the rest of the park. The campground had many large trees throughout which provide shade. Unfortunately there are many sites which don’t have shade most of the day, including the one we were in. The South Florida sun beats down hard. There are several playgrounds for children (very important with a seven year old), bathhouses (older but very clean), which some were closed due to COVID-19, and several large communal campfire areas. It is to be noted that the park is adjacent to an airport with small planes, helicopters, and paramotors. The air traffic is only during the day time which I was not bothered by it. It was actually enjoyable to watch while enjoying the outdoors. I did not see or heard any air traffic during the evenings. The lake appears to be “THE” spot to be with boaters, jet skiers, and kayakers. There is activity on the water all day and into the evening but not too late. Our quick get-away at John Prince Park was successful. We enjoyed the campground. We will definitely be returning and take advantage of the rest of the park next time. I feel this park would be a great nearby getaway for us. We felt safe throughout our stay. We saw park rangers and the sheriff’s office driving in the area. Overall, everyone we came into contact with was very pleasant and friendly. John Prince Park is a great location to go camping. We are looking forward to our next visit. I feel that you would enjoy it too.
3 years ago