Southern Sun RV Resort in Okeechobee, Florida has created a very relaxing, retirement-oriented vacation and living environment.
What does retirement look like for you? How about a tropical retreat where you can choose your own pace of living? At Southern Sun, you can enjoy just that. Our friendly, welcoming community has a hometown friendly feel while giving you the privacy you need.
Southern Sun RV Resort is located just steps from stunning Lake Okeechobee and the majestic Kissimmee River. Lake Okeechobee, often called Florida’s Inland Sea, is the largest freshwater lake in Florida. The Kissimmee Basin encompasses more than two dozen lakes in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes (KCOL), their tributary streams and associated marshes and the Kissimmee River and floodplain. The basin forms the headwaters of Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades; together they comprise the Kissimmee-Okeechobee-Everglades (KOE) system.
Our waterside community is steps from the Lake and our private boat ramp allows you to bring your boat for easy access to the calm waters of either Lake Okeechobee or The Kissimmee River. You can also take one of the local guided fishing charters or kayak tours out for the abundant black crappies, catfish, speckled perch, and largemouth bass that inhabit the pristine Lake Okeechobee waters.
Other recreational activities abound in Lake Okeechobee, Florida:
- Walk or bike along the 110-mile Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail, part of the National Scenic Florida Trail.
- History buffs can visit the Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park or tour nearby sugarcane farms and mills to glimpse the area’s heritage.
- Bring your clubs! Nearby golf courses include Blue Heron Golf Club and Oak Leaf Golf Course.
- Hunters are welcome as there are several nearby hunting clubs including Quail Creek Plantation and Indian Hammock Hunt and Riding Club.
Southern Sun RV Resort is situated on State Road 78 so you can enjoy the peaceful, quiet atmosphere of Lake Okeechobee but still have easy access to metropolitan areas like West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and St. Petersburg. If you’re looking to soak up the sun on some of Florida’s famous coastlines, we’re just an hour’s drive to Ft. Pierce, Jensen Beach, and Stuart Beach.
The Price Is Right
Southern Sun is very affordable. In fact, if you compare our prices with other RV Resorts in Okeechobee, FL, you will find we are very competitively priced!
Looking For Fun In All The Right Places
You can come to Okeechobee and just enjoy the sunny weather every day, Fishing off of our decks, hanging out in the shade or getting a tan on the sun deck. You can socialize with other guests during some of our nightly gatherings or use our BBQ grill for an afternoon picnic. Want to be even more active? You can organize a trip to town for lunch, bowling, or golf. No matter what your speed, we have you covered!
Come spend time with us and find out for yourself why we’re the best RV resort in Okeechobee. Call (888) 595-4524 to reserve a space today!