Roadtrip with RVshare Atlanta to Miami

You can experience many fun things on an Atlanta to Miami road trip. There are great learning opportunities when you visit places like Dudley Farm State Historical Park, NASA’s Cape Canaveral, and Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. You will also find amazing beaches like Vero Beach and Amelia Island State Park. There are many fun things to do in Everglades National Park and Biscayne National Park. In fact, a road trip from Atlanta to Miami offers something for everyone to enjoy, including a stop at Walt Disney World. 

Nearby National Parks

Biscayne National Park  

If you love scuba diving and snorkeling, make sure a stop at Biscayne National Park is on your road trip itinerary from Atlanta to Miami. Visiting this park, which is divided into three parts, requires you to go a little farther at the end of your route, but it is so worth the effort. Consider starting your visit at Boca Chita Key, where you can climb to the observation deck on the lighthouse and see a long way out to sea. Elliott Key is a great place to go fishing from the pier or the shoreline. Bring a picnic lunch and eat it on Adams Key. Stop at the Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery to see contemporary artwork. Guided snorkeling and sailing adventures are also easy to set up. 

Everglades National Park  

The Shark Valley entrance to Everglades National Park is the closest to Miami, and it offers the quintessential Everglades vacation. About 50 miles to the south, in Homestead, is the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center. You can find many activities to do at this center, including watching a film that allows you to understand more about the park. Then, head to the Anhinga Trail at Royal Palm, which is the best place in the park to see alligators along the 0.8-mile boardwalk. As you drive along the main road, there are several other pit stops that you will want to make, including at the Pinelands Trail to see a Florida pine forest, the Pahayokee Overlook to see the animals that live in this bald cypress area, and the Mahogany Hammock Trail to see the birds and animals that live in these islands. As you continue down the road 38 miles to Flamingo, you will want to stop and see the birds that gather around West Lake, Mrazek, and Eco ponds. Once you arrive in Flamingo, you are also likely to see crocodiles.

Nearby State Parks

General Coffee State Park  

After you leave on your Atlanta to Miami RV road trip, one place that you will want to stop is General Coffee State Park, near Nichols, Georgia. Wander around this historic farmstead to see the farm buildings. Your children will love getting to interact with farm animals that often include goats, sheep, pigs, and donkeys. Stroll along the boardwalk to see the plants and animals living in the cypress swamp. Over 13 miles of equestrian trails are available for riding. 

Stephen C. Foster State Park  

Stephen C. Foster State Park near Fargo, Georgia, lies adjacent to the Okefenokee Swamp. You will want to bring your camera to capture photos of the Spanish moss-covered trees and the cypress knees rising above the swamp’s surface. The swamp is home to various wildlife, including alligators, turtles, black bears, and deer. A great way to explore this area is on one of the guided boat tours. You can also rent various boats to explore the swamp on your own. This state park is located inside Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, and it is estimated that 12,000 alligators live within the refuge. 

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park  

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park is located on the Suwanee River near White Springs, Florida. This park pays tribute to folk singer Stephen Foster who made the river famous in his music. You can listen to hourly concerts from the bell tower when you visit this park. Ride a bike along the 8-mile looped trail to explore this park’s beautiful scenery. Launch a canoe onto the river to enjoy some paddling fun. You may want to bring along your fishing rods to catch largemouth bass. This park’s high-river bluffs are a great place to go hiking. The large amphitheater is home to the annual Florida Folk Festival that draws thousands to this park. 

Amelia Island State Park  

If you have always dreamed of riding horses on a beach, do not skip visiting Amelia Island State Park near Jacksonville, Florida. This park, which is one of the seven parks making up the Talbot Islands State Park system, is a great place to go shore fishing in the ocean. Especially at low tide, the beach is a fantastic place to look for shells and shark teeth. 

Dudley Farm Historic State Park  

If you feel a little guilty about how lazy you have been on your road trip from Atlanta to Miami, stop and help with the chores at Dudley Farm Historic State Park. This farm is operated like how farms across Florida were run over 100 years ago. Visitors can help feed the chickens, harness draft horses, and participate in seasonal farm work. You can tour 18 restored farm buildings. This park is a fantastic place to have a picnic or take a stroll along the nature trail. If laziness overcomes you again, then sit in the rocking chairs on the farmhouse’s front porch and watch the world revolve.

Along the Way

Chehaw Park  

You will not want to miss the zoo and the recreational opportunities at Chehaw Park in Albany, Georgia. See over 234 animals from 73 different species at the zoo. Various special events, like conservation workshops and music concerts, occur throughout the year. The BMX track is a great place to race, and there are many mountain bike trails to explore. Your children will have fun playing at the splash pad. Everyone will enjoy a friendly game of disc golf. 

Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village  

Many attractions designed to help you understand how 19th-century innovation changed agriculture are available to view at the Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village near Tifton, Georgia. Stroll through the historic village containing traditional and progressive farmsteads and an industrial complex, learn about Georgia's history at the museum, and stop at the art gallery to see local artists' works. Feel the power as the 1917 steam engine springs to life. The nature center’s interactive displays let you experience a variety of local wildlife and plants. 

Kennedy Space Center  

Head to Cape Canaveral, Florida, to visit the Kennedy Space Center. The visitor center complex is divided into mission zones so that you can see how space flight has advanced. Interact with displays designed to help you learn more about the astronauts and others who have built this program through their hard work. Then, climb aboard the bus to take the tour of current and historic launch sites. See historic rockets and shuttles. 

Magic Kingdom Park  

Visiting Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, is on many people’s bucket lists, and you can easily check it off yours during a road trip from Atlanta to Miami. Ride the attractions, like Space Mountain, the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Splash Mountain. Watch a variety of characters perform in their very own shows. Dine on many different cuisines, and shop on Main Street USA. Finish your stay by watching the nightly fireworks explode over Cinderella's Castle.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Macon, Georgia  

Macon’s Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area offers three parks, and it is a great place to go camping if you love to swim. Other wonderful Macon campgrounds include Fair Harbor RV Park and Ponderosa Campgrounds. Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area has a dump station, or you may want to consider other Macon RV dump station choices, like the Mid-State RV Center and Camping World. 

Valdosta, Georgia  

You can find many beautiful campgrounds in Valdosta, Georgia, and the surrounding area, like Valdosta Oaks RV Park and River Park RV Park. Find  RV dump stations in Valdosta at TA-Petro Lake Park and Reed Bingham State Park. 

Gainesville, Florida  

Gainesville, Florida, is a great place to pull into for the night because the city has so many great places to explore, like Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park and Florida’s Museum of Natural History. Gainesville campground options include Williston Crossing RV Resort and Grand Lake RV and Golf Resort. You can find Gainesville RV dump stations at High Springs Campground and Sportsman’s Cove Resort. 

Orlando, Florida  

The largest city on your road trip itinerary from Atlanta to Miami is Orlando. There are many great Orlando campgrounds, like Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Moss Park.  Orlando RV dump stations are available at Hontoon Island State Park and Blue Spring State Park.

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When you follow this road trip itinerary from Atlanta to Miami, you will enjoy historic locations and beautiful scenery along the way. If you want to travel in comfort and style, consider an RV rental from RVshare. From large motorhomes to compact campervans, there is a rig that will meet your travel and budget needs. Once you hit the road, you are protected by our renter guarantee and 24/7 roadside assistance. Find the perfect vehicle for your travel needs in Atlanta or Miami.