Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground

Category: Park in Miami, Florida

Address: 12451 SW 184th St, Miami, FL 33177, USA

Phone: +13052321049

Reviews

Nelly Martinez-oller

Sep 24, 2022

To Eat Food At The Park

XB Bee

Sep 8, 2022

Really nice clean site. This is my favorite RV campground. Recommend to everyone.

melli López

Sep 8, 2022

Nice place to walk and have fun

Shoshana Cohen

Sep 6, 2022

The park is pretty. The bathrooms were locked during the day on the holiday weekend. I wasn't in the camping area so I couldn't report on that. There's a pretty lake, kids playground and lots of picnic areas. There are signs for no swimming because of alligators.

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Questions & Answers

Are dogs welcomed?

Milagros Pupo | Sep 25, 2019
Missy | Sep 25, 2019

"Pets are welcome only in the RV sites. No pets are allowed in the tent camping areas." From website.

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Can you fly drones there?

Michael Torres | Sep 25, 2019
Denisse Camacho | Sep 25, 2019

Yes

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How long are you allowed to stay and what's the price of the rent

Jamie Schaffer | Sep 25, 2018
ReBeCcA FieLDs of DReaMs | Sep 25, 2018

For tents 7days every 30 days and not sure on the rv area but i believe 5months if not mistaking..and 10dollar cash deposit you get back and about 17 dollars a night for tents...not sure on rv side but reasonablei remember

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Will they EVER fix and re-open the slides in the water play area? It feels like its been years, and no effort has been made to repair them.

Emm Ortega | Sep 25, 2019
Rey L Rodriguez (Rey) | Sep 25, 2019

I really do not know, but I would not go anywhere with water in that area ... 🐊🐊🚫

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Is there internet availability?

Patty Ziehl | Apr 27, 2022
Pat And Grant Paul | May 27, 2022

Yes there is WiFi available...

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Hello! Tent site is open?

Natalia Sosa Loyola | Feb 26, 2022
Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground | Feb 26, 2022

Hello Natalia. Please contact us directly at (305) 232-1049 for availability. Thank you for your interest.

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Is the beach open in larry and penny rv camp ground

abraham gonzales | Sep 24, 2020
Anthony Smith | Sep 24, 2020

no it isn't....closed for repairs

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Is fishing allowed ???

jm gaming | Sep 25, 2018
Genungs Fish Camp | Sep 25, 2019

Yes, Catch and release.

Can you do baptisms here?

Priscella Rozier | Sep 25, 2018
Cydney Raye Edge | Sep 25, 2018

The lake would be perfect for baptisims!! I would definitely make reservations for a pavilion. And I think it would be just wonderful!

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How can I make a reservation or see what's available? I've called and emailed

ashley nizzia | Sep 25, 2018
Omar Rodriguez | Sep 25, 2018

They don't open the office on the weekends, if you're going to pull in you can just pull in in the security guard will give you an overnight site and place you on a different site in the morning.

I Kent park they RV yo live there ?

ed flo | Sep 25, 2018
JD JD | Sep 25, 2018

Larry and penny is a recreational park trails you can walk lake u can swim in with slides you can paRk rv and also throw some mean awsome partys

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Can you bring dogs here?0

Amy Maurer | Sep 25, 2018
April Isaac | Sep 25, 2018

I happen to know that dogs are definitely NOT allowed on the public side of the park at any time and it's even posted that there are no dogs allowed. However, I have seen people breaking the rules on the public side of park with their dogs. There are security guards that come through at times and they may ask you to leave. If you are a paid camper, on the campground side of the park you can have your dogs, but you must keep them on that side of the park. If you really want to walk your dog in the park, that would be the side to do it on, but again, you may be asked to leave if they recognize that you are not a camper. This info is 100% accurate.

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Are there any campsites available from Jan 15 thru 20...

Joy Ballance | Sep 25, 2018
Ernesto Cervantes | Sep 25, 2018

Most likely they are full, but call them as cancellations come up.

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Is fishing allowed in this park?

Jose Machado | Aug 25, 2022
W RF | Aug 25, 2022

Not to take home ?

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Are there zoo animals like giraffe, elephant and monkey in the park?

Daniela 87 | Jul 26, 2022
Stephen Workman | Jul 26, 2022

No, but you are located right next to the Miami Zoo.

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How many feet deep the lake is?

Irene Williams | Jun 26, 2022
Maikel Palacio | Jun 26, 2022

Not sure swimming is prohibited

Can you bring a Pitt Bull?

Jennifer Rodriguez | Jun 26, 2022
Odlanier Medina | Jun 26, 2022

Pet's aren't allowed on this park

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Is your campground all year around?kids and pet friendly?

bobbi penn | Mar 28, 2022
Alex Labourdette | Mar 28, 2022

It is year round. It Is only pet friendly on the camp ground side, not the park side.

Is the beach open these days?

Elcy Seminara | Sep 24, 2021
Magaly Brito | Sep 24, 2021

Don't really know but I do think the pool was closed.

Is there any opportunities for camp hosting at LARRY AND PENNY THOMPSON CAMPGROUND

schfrs | Sep 24, 2020
Anthony Lowndes | Sep 24, 2020

Best advice is to call park office between 8 a.m. and 330 p.m.

Do you have winter or year around sites for mid sized RVs? Do you have good WIFI access? Would it be possible for you to give me an idea of the cost to rent a space in your facility long term, potentially Aug 1st to May 1st? Thanks in advance! :)

kim gasper-rabuck | Sep 24, 2020
Steph Smith | Sep 24, 2020

The rv sites are year round and they do have space for mid sized and large RV's. Not sure about Wifi but Everglades Resort sounds like a good fit for you just down the road.

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Are there rules about types of RVs that may stay at campground?

Eileen Fostel | Sep 24, 2020
Kevin Payne | Sep 24, 2020

In

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Hello I want to know if psra rent space for an RV of what year does the arv have to be thanks

carol rodriguez | Sep 24, 2020
Eddie Davila | Sep 24, 2020

No matter

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If I show up for camping between christmas and new years for tent camping will there be good odds of there being a spot?

Katie Haefner | Sep 24, 2020
Giovanni Trejos | Sep 24, 2020

You should do a reservation, call them asap and verify, it is a great place, that means it will get busy.

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WHAT IS THE ENTRY FOR THE PARK, IF I GO FOR THE 184 ST.

Elsa Martinez | Sep 25, 2019
Luis Negrin | Sep 25, 2019

You have to enyrar for me the 184

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What time is check in

Mike 44 | Sep 25, 2019
Keita Weita | Sep 25, 2019

Check in is between 9a.m.-5p.m. and check out is at 11a.m.

Is there a basketball court?

StrateZ | Sep 25, 2019
OrchidOils | Sep 25, 2019

No

Can you camp in a tent herr

Vanessa Verner | Sep 25, 2019
Keita Weita | Sep 25, 2019

Yes you can!! For up to 7 days

Is there a way to get into Downtown Miami via Public transport? How?

C K | Sep 25, 2019
Juan de la Cruz Martinez | Sep 25, 2019

From where?, It's.a way but it takes a while

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What date does the beach reopen?

Lisa Moses | Sep 25, 2019
Greg Kopish | Sep 25, 2019

According to the website, the beach is open "seasonally". Calling the park directly would be your best option for this type of inquiry.

How long can you stay in the campsite?

Mary Ann Levy | Sep 25, 2019
Greg Kopish | Sep 25, 2019

You can stay for a maximum of six months. Call the park directly or see their website for rates.

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Are dogs allowed to stay in the tent? And Do the park have rv to rent for the park?

willie ramos | Sep 25, 2019
Thomas Ivines | Sep 25, 2019

Dogs are okay but no tents to rent.

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Is your beach area no longer open? And is so what are the dates and times?

IVONNE SOTOLONGO | Sep 25, 2019
Lina Leonard | Sep 25, 2019

The beach area is only open during the Summer. Not sure when exactly os the open date. Check the park website.

Can i come and have a view?.

Lorna Grey | Sep 25, 2019
Lilly Prendes | Sep 25, 2019

Yes, free admission just drive around, park your car, walk and enjoy the views

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Good morning.Do you take year round residents?.How much per month?

Lorna Grey | Sep 25, 2019
Earl Miller | Sep 25, 2019

They do in the RV section, every campground for tenting has limits on stays due to space. No tents in RV areas. I'm not sure about the RV rates for this park...but I do know Everglades Resort is just over $3k for the year, and offers a lot more amenities.

Can you get in the water?

Dayana La Paz | Sep 25, 2019
Charles Brooks | Sep 25, 2019

Yes, there's a beach there.

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How much is admission?

Yamileth Monroy (Yami) | Sep 25, 2019
Lilly Prendes | Sep 25, 2019

Admission is free Yamileth

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What are the rules for dog and service dogs?

Martha Luis | Sep 25, 2019
Thomas Ivines | Sep 25, 2019

Dogs are allowed but subject to rules such as being kept on a six foot leash at all times, much like State park rules.

How much does it cost to reserve a shelter for an event?

Spicey Mangu | Sep 25, 2019
Elpidio Vazquez | Sep 25, 2019

I have no idea, but you can find out on Google, I was there as a guest at a party and I did not have to pay anything

What number picnic/pavilion is nearest to the playground ?

Spicey Mangu | Sep 25, 2019
Rhonda Grant | Sep 25, 2019

2 and 4

What time for tent check out?

IZGUN LASER GUN | Sep 25, 2019
Martha Jones | Sep 25, 2019

10:00 am to 6:00 pm

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How much does it cost for a night with tent ? Do you have shower ? And how about water and electric access? Thanks

IZGUN LASER GUN | Sep 25, 2019
Aditya A | Sep 25, 2019

The cost of pitching a tent per night is $16 and there is a $12 deposit which is returned when you check out. The place had warm showers which are very clean and well maintained. There are water fountains. You have electric points near the office and common places such as the rest room and laundry. No power access near camping sites. Hope that helps.

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We would like to stay at your campground between Dec 10 and Dec 14. We have a conversion van camper, 20 feet. Do you have any availability at these dates? Thank you

Francoise Lavigne | Sep 25, 2019
Steven Villacis | Sep 25, 2019

I dont work in park services ... Look up their number and give them a call Hope you get the dates you're looking for

Is there off site storage for 6 months and what is the cost?

Judy Horton | Sep 25, 2018
Parlin Trucking INC | Sep 25, 2018

They have storage behind where the campers are. I had seen campers semi's and some autos. Price wise you would have to call them to find out. It's a big storage lot. They have some also that have a gate in a a small area with lock and other part all open.

Are pets allowed?

KeiCentury | Sep 25, 2018
Robert Reitz | Sep 25, 2018

Yea u can get away with it but the ppl staying the nihht have to have an id and min of 7 days and pets are

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how much does the beach cast

Bora 2 | Sep 25, 2018
JD JD | Sep 25, 2018

Its free

When does the water slide and beach open

Sandra Anzures | Sep 25, 2018
l t | Sep 25, 2018

Its supposed to be open only friday and saturday 11am-6pm for a limited time during the summer. Aswell as the beach. Haven't been there while its open though.

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Is kayaking aloud

Anjel Cuara-Starnes | Sep 25, 2018
Andrew Couchman | Sep 25, 2018

No

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Is the campground full Feb.Mar.?

Nancy Splawnyk | Sep 25, 2018
Gloria Golightly | Sep 25, 2018

Call in April snowbirds they go home.

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Do you have wi-fi available?

matthew johnson | Sep 25, 2018
Fernando Diaz | Sep 25, 2018

Yes, their is wi-Fi

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How far away from miami beach is the campground

Shauna Craig | Sep 25, 2018
Sixtoes moreno | Sep 25, 2018

30-45 minutes with no traffic , with traffic 1.5 hours more less it all depends on the time you leave the park .

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Can you have a fire if you bring a raised fire pit with a cover?

Andrew Couchman | Sep 25, 2018
Sebastian Sanchez | Sep 25, 2018

Yes you can, athough they have a curfew on fires. Also they have a public bonfire pit with benches by the tents.

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I have a bike but my partner doesn't. Are the trails here good for walking or primarily bike trails?

Once Upon A Tome | Sep 25, 2018
Sebastian Sanchez | Sep 25, 2018

The trails are mostly asphalt so they work for both

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Is there anywhere you can use a grill, or are there any grills on the premises to cook when tent camping?

Lexi Belle | Sep 25, 2018
Betty Callander | Sep 25, 2018

There are grills there but I believe you can bring your own. We did.

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for tent camping, are we allowed to building a fire?

Lexi Belle | Sep 25, 2018
Sixtoes moreno | Sep 25, 2018

Nope

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Are there typically tent sites available in March? Called about reservation but don't take reservations on tent sites.

Andrew Couchman | Sep 25, 2018
Sharon Stine | Sep 25, 2018

I would say yes. It doesn't ever appear full.

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How long can you tent camp here and how much per day

Tiomthy whipple | Sep 25, 2018
ReBeCcA FieLDs of DReaMs | Sep 25, 2018

To can tent camp for 7 days every 30 days😀 and it's about 17 dollars a night

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How come you can't stay year round?

Zane Davis | Sep 25, 2018
Sharon Stine | Sep 25, 2018

It becomes a trailer park with permanent residents. I believe it was a donation from a couple, Larry and Penny Thompson, with condition it be used as a park.

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What is the size of land lot for rent?

GrIsel Cruz | Sep 25, 2018
Sharon Stine | Sep 25, 2018

We have 40 foot 5th wheel and truck. Still had front space.

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What amenities come with tening a trailor space?

Susan Ramsey | Sep 25, 2018
Sue Cook | Sep 25, 2018

WIFI, sewer, water, swimming pool

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Are there any dirt or grass running trails here?

Maria De Lourde Chang | Sep 25, 2018
Ernesto Cervantes | Sep 25, 2018

You will find several dirt and/or grass trails for running here. The are several cross country school teams that train here during season. Hope you enjoy them!

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hey i asked a question but haven't gotten an answer whats wrong?

Glenis Mendoza | Sep 25, 2018
Sharon Stine | Sep 25, 2018

Just left there would be glad to answer any questions. But can't see what your question is.

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Are there any camp sites available as of 8th of December what r the rates n can we just use our pathfinder to sleep in while we r there. How long can one stay?

Cecelia Perez | Sep 25, 2018
Ernesto Cervantes | Sep 25, 2018

You cannot just show up without a reservation as you run the risk of bit having a space. Call them in advance and try to make a reservation to learn about availability and check if you can just park your SUV and stay in it.

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Is the fishing there good . If so what fish do you catch

Javier Gallo | Sep 25, 2018
Joe Porter | Sep 25, 2018

I could see some 1 or 2 lb fish swimming in the shallows ... the water was clear, but I was too far away to tell what kind of fish they were ... maybe bass.

Did you folks have a lot of damage from Irma?

Greg Reed | Sep 25, 2017
Katherine Ledesman | Sep 25, 2017

Not as bad as we feared. Mostly lost the fence, damage to trees and plants and my roof lost a couple of tiles. I also have a leak in one room.

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