Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-246894
When Monument Lake Campground reopens
Monument Lake Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
2
Openings · last 90 days
40
Only 40 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 38 monitored sites
Of the 6,954 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 6,289 open for online reservation · 665 reserved.
Where the open windows are
9.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 6,289 of 6,954 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Not open online9.6%
Open site-nights6,289 / 6,954
Reserved (of online inventory)665 / 6,954
Weekday openings3,623
Weekend openings2,666
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 3,623 fall on weekdays and 2,666 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027October holds the most room. 1,171 of 1,178 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 38 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 36 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 37 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 37 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 37 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 37 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 37 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 36 | Open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 36 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 37 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 36 sites are available for the complete two-night stay.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 16 | 181 |
| 31 | 179 |
| 21 | 178 |
| 37 | 178 |
| 6 | 178 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
6,289 open site-nights across 38 sites at Monument Lake Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 162 2-night, 160 3-night, 130 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site 16.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 45 ft. 26 sites take 25 ft, 26 sites take 35 ft, 21 sites take 40 ft. 12 sites of 38 have no recorded maximum and are not counted.
All 38 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 45 ft | None | 181 | 168 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +169 more |
| 31 | 40 ft | None | 179 | 128 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +167 more |
| 21 | 45 ft | None | 178 | 138 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +166 more |
| 37 | Not recorded | None | 178 | 123 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +166 more |
| 6 | Not recorded | None | 178 | 64 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +166 more |
| 7 | Not recorded | None | 178 | 86 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +166 more |
| 8 | Not recorded | None | 178 | 98 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +166 more |
| 23 | 42 ft | None | 177 | 132 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +165 more |
| 32 | 42 ft | None | 175 | 128 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +163 more |
| 9 | Not recorded | None | 175 | 87 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +163 more |
| 11 | Not recorded | None | 174 | 62 nights | Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +162 more |
| 13 | Not recorded | None | 174 | 63 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +162 more |
| 19 | 40 ft | None | 174 | 130 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +162 more |
| 24 | 42 ft | None | 173 | 70 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +161 more |
| 5 | Not recorded | None | 173 | 118 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +161 more |
| 18 | 42 ft | None | 172 | 124 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +160 more |
| 30 | 42 ft | None | 171 | 128 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +159 more |
| 38 | Not recorded | None | 171 | 117 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +159 more |
| 12 | Not recorded | None | 170 | 63 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +158 more |
| 17 | 45 ft | None | 170 | 75 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +158 more |
| 20 | 40 ft | None | 167 | 105 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +155 more |
| 36 | 35 ft | None | 167 | 116 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +155 more |
| 4 | 35 ft | None | 167 | 77 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +155 more |
| 10 | Not recorded | None | 166 | 79 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +154 more |
| 2 | 40 ft | None | 166 | 119 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +154 more |
| 33 | 45 ft | None | 161 | 118 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +149 more |
| 28 | 45 ft | None | 160 | 64 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +148 more |
| 29 | 45 ft | None | 159 | 117 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +147 more |
| 15 | 45 ft | None | 158 | 123 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +146 more |
| 25 | 40 ft | None | 158 | 112 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +146 more |
| 35 | 40 ft | None | 158 | 101 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +146 more |
| 22 | 42 ft | None | 157 | 81 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +145 more |
| 1 | 45 ft | None | 151 | 66 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +139 more |
| 26 | 35 ft | None | 151 | 84 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +139 more |
| 34 | 45 ft | None | 149 | 80 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +137 more |
| 3 | 35 ft | None | 144 | 81 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +132 more |
| 14 | Not recorded | None | 131 | 62 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +119 more |
| 27 | 35 ft | None | 120 | 69 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +108 more |
About Monument Lake Campground
Overview
Monument Lake Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic table. Visitors may enjoy nearby activities such as fishing, hiking through the preserve, and exploring the many boardwalks.
Recreation
Monument Lake Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve offering a multitude of recreational activities including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, photography, and off-road vehicle trails.
Natural Features
The RV campsites surround the lake offering a view from every site. Each campsite is open with limited to no shade. Tent sites are tucked away from the RV area and close to the campground host and restroom.
Nearby Attractions
Located just off the highway, this campground is close to the Oasis Visitor Center, Miccosukee Cultural Center, Shark Valley, and Clyde Butcher's Art Gallery.
38 monitored sitesRVs up to 45 ftNo hookupsPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59). From Miami: Follow US HIWY 41 west until you see the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59)
50215 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 341411 (239) 695-1205
CampingDay Use AreaFishingHunting
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-246894 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
Roll CS-246894 · Monument Lake Campground · Ochopee FL12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Monument Lake Campground?
Reservations for Monument Lake Campground are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 6,289 of 6,954 tracked site-nights are open (90.4%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 40 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Monument Lake Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Monument Lake Campground in the last 7 days, 2 over 30 days and 40 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Monument Lake Campground?
160 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site 16. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Monument Lake Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
26 of the 38 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 45 ft. 26 of those 38 sites have a recorded maximum length and 12 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at Monument Lake Campground?
October 2026, with 1,171 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,178.
When is the next open date at Monument Lake Campground?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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