Rental RVs in Cedar Key, FL
Instant BookClass C in Spring-Hill
2017 • (13)
$179 USD /night
Instant BookClass B in Ocala
2023 • (1)
$193 USD /night
SuperhostFifth Wheel in Reddick
2023 • (1)
$159 USD /night
Delivery only
Fifth Wheel in Perry
2020 • New listing
$130 USD /night
Delivery only
Travel Trailer in Branford
2023 • (31)
$119 USD /night
Delivery only
Class A in Gainesville
2022 • New listing
$349 USD /night
Cedar Key RV rental: How it works
Planning an RV trip in Cedar Key, FL is simple with RVezy. Search available RVs, compare options, choose pickup or delivery, and book securely online. Whether you are heading to a campground, national park, or weekend getaway, your adventure starts here.
1. Explore RV rentals
Browse a wide range of campervans, travel trailers, and motorhomes. Filter by dates, price, amenities, RV type, or delivery availability to find the right fit for your trip.
2. Choose pickup or delivery
Pick up your RV from a local host in Cedar Key, FL or arrange delivery directly to your campsite, home, or other approved destination.
3. Get ready to travel
Confirm your booking and coordinate details with your host before departure. Insurance coverage and roadside assistance are included, so you can travel with confidence.
Recent Cedar Key RV rental reviews
Had a great time in this camper this last week. We will be renting this again in the future.
Lori Morris
Jul 2026
Beautiful new camper, had everything we needed. Our hosts were great. They set everything up for us and were very informative on how to use everything. Would definitely book this camper again. Thank you Yvette and Juan!
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Angela Martinez
Jul 2026
Yvette made this super easy!!! Communication 10 stars! Camper was amazing! Super clean! She has thought of everything! You just need to bring your clothes, food, and start relaxing! The AC was super cold, the generator worked perfectly! They delivered the camper when they said. Kept in contact with me the whole time! Picked it up when they said! I will rent again from them in the future!! Thanks again for making our mini vacation great!
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Tammy Serzen
Jun 2026
Great host!!!
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Daniel Netto
Apr 2026
First time renter. What an amazing experience! Kind, curtious, and attentive. Had a wonderful weekend thanks to our hosts!
Edward Ellison
Feb 2026
It was great for my first time camping
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Sharonda Teague
Mar 2025
Awesome experience renting from these people. Everything is ready and organized for our trip. Thank you.
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Alex Goretskiy
Jan 2025
Super responsive and flexible with timing. Great family to deal with! Would def rent again!
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Race Steinfort
Jul 2024
Kevin was very responsive to messages and did a thorough tutorial at pick up. He was also ready answer questions while we were on our trip. This was our first experience RVing and we are hooked.
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Gina Kent
May 2026
RV friendly events in Cedar Key, FL
Florida Gators Football
Picture orange and blue filling Ben Hill Griffin Stadium while you have a real kitchen, a private bed, and shade just minutes from the noise. Florida Gators Football turns Gainesville into a fall ritual of bands, chants, and big plays in one of college football's most famous venues. Renting an RV lets you stretch out between quarters, host friends before kickoff, and wake up ready for another day of North Central Florida without juggling hotel blocks.
View event detailsAlachua Main Street Harvest Festival
Roll into North Florida for the Alachua Main Street Harvest Festival, where historic Main Street becomes a walkable celebration of makers, music, and small-town charm. Stroll hundreds of vendor booths, catch live bands on two stages, follow the smell of festival food, and soak up a relaxed, community-first atmosphere. After a full day outdoors, your RV is the easy reset: your own bed, snacks on hand, and a flexible home base between Alachua, Gainesville, and the springs country beyond.
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RVezy vs. Traditional RV rental
RVezy rentals
- Book directly from local RV owners
- Choose the exact RV you want
- Delivery to your campsite, home, or destination
- More variety: trailers, motorhomes, and campers
Traditional RV rental
- Limited fleet from a rental company
- Exact RV not guaranteed
- Pickup only at retail locations
- Fewer RV types and less availability
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RV rentals in Cedar Key, FL
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Frequently asked questions about renting an RV in Cedar Key, FL
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Cedar Key, FL?
RV rental in Cedar Key, FL is surprisingly affordable, especially when you book through a peer-to-peer marketplace like RVezy. You'll typically see travel trailers starting around $90 to $130 per night, Class C motorhomes in the $150 to $225 range, and roomy Class A coaches between $200 and $350 per night, with prices climbing during the October Cedar Key Seafood Festival and the snowbird season from December through March. For a cheap RV rental Cedar Key travelers love, aim for shoulder months like late September or early November when nightly rates drop and oysters are at their freshest. Pro tip: filter by Instant Book and stays of 5+ nights to unlock weekly discounts hosts commonly offer.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/Do I need a special license to rent an RV in Cedar Key, Florida?
Good news: a regular driver's license is all you need to rent an RV in Cedar Key. Florida law (Statute 322.53) specifically exempts recreational vehicles from Commercial Driver's License (CDL) requirements when used for personal travel, even for big Class A coaches over 26,000 pounds. A standard Class E license, or your equivalent home-state or international license, covers you for motorhomes, campervans, travel trailers, and fifth wheels listed on RVezy. You'll need to be 25 or older, and RVezy verifies your ID securely through the platform during booking. That's it. No test, no endorsement, no DMV visit. Just pick your RV, upload your license, and start planning your Cedar Key RV trip.
flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/general-information/What protection comes with my Cedar Key RV rental?
Every RV rental in Cedar Key booked through RVezy includes a renter protection plan plus 24/7 roadside assistance, so you can hit State Road 24 toward the Gulf with real peace of mind. RVezy offers multiple protection plan tiers that you choose at checkout (not the host), each covering physical damage to the RV up to defined limits, with different deductibles and added benefits. Roadside assistance is included with every plan, covering things like flat tires, lockouts, jump starts, and towing. Pro tip: review each tier carefully at booking, many first-time renters in Cedar Key pick the mid-level plan for the best balance of coverage and price.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailWhat is the cancellation policy if my Cedar Key plans change?
You can book your Cedar Key RV trip with confidence. RVezy sets the cancellation policy (not the individual host), and there is a grace period of 24 hours after booking during which you can cancel for a full refund, as long as your trip start date is more than 7 days away. After the grace period, the refund amount depends on how far in advance you cancel relative to your trip start date. The full policy is shown to you during checkout and in your booking confirmation. If a host cancels on you, RVezy helps you rebook or provides a refund. Pro tip: aim for late October or early November when hurricane season is winding down and Cedar Key weather is at its best.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360037736674-Understanding-the-cancellation-policy-for-guestsCan I bring my dog on a Cedar Key RV trip?
Absolutely, and Cedar Key is one of the most dog-friendly spots on Florida's Nature Coast. To find a pet-friendly RV rental Cedar Key hosts love sharing, just toggle the Pet-Friendly filter on RVezy and you'll see listings where dogs are welcome (some hosts charge a small pet cleaning fee, shown upfront). Leashed pets are allowed on Cedar Key's public beach, at Cedar Key Museum State Park, and on trails at nearby Manatee Springs State Park, where dogs can even wade into the spring run at the canoe launch. Pro tip: Cedar Key RV Resort on SW Shiloh Road has a fenced on-site dog park, perfect after a day exploring the islands.
floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/manatee-springs-state-park/experiences-amenitiesCan the RV be delivered to my campground in Cedar Key?
Yes, RV delivery Cedar Key is one of the most popular options on RVezy, especially for first-time renters who'd rather skip driving over the 3-mile causeway in an unfamiliar rig. Many local hosts will drop off the motorhome or travel trailer directly at Cedar Key RV Resort, Sunset Isle RV Park, or Shell Mound Campground, level it, hook it up to power and water, and walk you through every system. Delivery fees are usually based on mileage from the host's location and are shown on the listing. Pro tip: message the host before booking to confirm delivery to your specific campground site, and ask if they offer pickup and dump-station service at trip's end too.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/How does mileage work, and how far can I drive from Cedar Key?
Most hosts in the Cedar Key area include 100 to 150 free miles per night, with reasonable per-mile fees beyond that, and you'll find listings offering RV rental with unlimited mileage if you plan a longer Florida loop. From Cedar Key, popular day trips are well within range: Manatee Springs State Park is about 25 miles, Crystal River and the manatees are roughly 55 miles south, Gainesville sits 50 miles east, and St. Augustine's historic streets are around 145 miles northeast. Heading farther for an RV road trip from Cedar Key? Tampa is 130 miles south and the Florida Keys about 450 miles. Pro tip: estimate your route in advance, then filter listings by the mileage policy that matches.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/Where are the best campgrounds near Cedar Key for an RV trip?
You have great options for RV camping in Cedar Key, from polished resorts to rustic waterfront sites. Cedar Key RV Resort on SW Shiloh Road has concrete pads, full hookups, a heated pool, and a clubhouse just a few miles from downtown. Sunset Isle RV Park on SR-24 offers waterfront sites with Gulf sunsets. Shell Mound Campground, a Levy County park about 9 miles from downtown, is the budget pick with electric and water sites near the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge. Manatee Springs State Park (about 30 miles north) is the local insider pick, with a spring-fed swimming run and a full campground. Pro tip: ask your RVezy host about delivery so you can skip towing and have the rig set up at your site.
floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/manatee-springs-state-parkWhen is the best time to visit Cedar Key in an RV?
The sweet spot for a Cedar Key RV trip is late October through April, when daytime highs sit in the comfortable 68 to 80 degree range, humidity drops, mosquitoes ease up, and rainfall is at its lowest (November is the driest month). October brings the famous Cedar Key Seafood Festival, April hosts the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts, and winter delivers the bonus of manatees gathering in nearby springs. Summer (June through September) is hot, humid, and the rainiest stretch, with August highs near 93 degrees and afternoon thunderstorms common. Pro tip: book your motorhome rental Cedar Key trip for mid-October to hit the Seafood Festival weekend and the year's driest, sunniest week.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/I've never rented an RV before. Will I be supported on my Cedar Key trip?
You're in great hands, even if it's your first time renting an RV. Every RVezy host gives you a hands-on walkthrough at pickup or delivery, covering propane, water, slide-outs, generator, awning, and dump procedures, so nothing feels mysterious before you head to Cedar Key. You can message your host anytime during the trip with questions, and RVezy's customer support team is available before, during, and after your booking. For an extra layer of confidence, choose a smaller Class B campervan rental Cedar Key listing or a Class C motorhome, both easy to drive on the 3-mile causeway into town. Pro tip: ask your host for a quick demo of the leveling system before they leave, you'll thank yourself later.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/What happens if I have a breakdown or issue on my Cedar Key trip?
You are never on your own. Every RVezy booking includes 24/7 roadside assistance as part of the protection plan, so whether you have a flat tire on State Road 24, a dead battery at Shell Mound Campground, or a generator that will not start near Manatee Springs, help is one call away. For non-mechanical questions (how to empty the gray tank, why the AC is not cooling), message your host directly through the RVezy app since they know their rig best. RVezy support is also reachable for anything else. Pro tip: save the roadside assistance number to your phone before you leave town, and snap a photo of the RV VIN plate so you can share it quickly.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailCan I take my Cedar Key RV rental on a longer Florida road trip?
Yes, an RV road trip from Cedar Key is one of the best ways to see Florida. Many hosts welcome multi-stop adventures along the Gulf Coast or up to the Panhandle, just confirm your route when booking. Popular itineraries include Cedar Key to St. Augustine (about 145 miles east), Cedar Key to Crystal River and the Three Sisters Springs (55 miles south), Cedar Key to the Florida Keys (around 450 miles, a true bucket-list run), and Cedar Key to Pensacola Beach (340 miles west). Travel into Mexico isn't permitted on RVezy rentals, but interstate travel within the U.S. is generally allowed. Pro tip: message the host before booking to confirm any state-line plans so insurance and mileage are squared away.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/How much should I budget for fuel on a Cedar Key RV trip?
Fuel is usually the biggest variable cost on any Florida RV trip, so it helps to plan ahead. Expect roughly 7 to 10 miles per gallon (mpg) for a Class A, 10 to 14 mpg for a Class C, 16 to 22 mpg for a Class B campervan, and 12 to 18 mpg for your tow vehicle if you're pulling a travel trailer. Florida gas prices typically run a bit below the national average. From Cedar Key, the nearest full-service fuel stops are in Otter Creek (15 miles east on SR-24) and Chiefland (22 miles north), so top off before heading onto the islands. Pro tip: use GasBuddy along US-19/98 for the cheapest stations on your route.
eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/How far in advance should I book a campground near Cedar Key?
Book early and you'll lock in the best sites, especially for Cedar Key RV camping during peak season. Florida State Parks, including Manatee Springs (the closest with state-park amenities, about 30 miles north), open their reservation window 11 months ahead for residents and 10 months for non-residents through the Florida State Parks reservation system, and popular winter and holiday weekends sell out fast. Cedar Key RV Resort and Sunset Isle RV Park also fill up months ahead during snowbird season (December through March) and the October Seafood Festival. Shell Mound Campground (Levy County) is easier on short notice. Pro tip: if your dates are taken, use a cancellation-watch service or check Sunday evenings when reservations often get released.
floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/manatee-springs-state-park/hours-feesWhat are the driving conditions like around Cedar Key?
Driving to Cedar Key is genuinely scenic and beginner-friendly. State Road 24, the only road in and out, is a flat, well-maintained two-lane highway that crosses three low bridges and a causeway over the salt marsh, no mountains or tight switchbacks to worry about. In-town streets are slow, narrow, and built for small-town pace, so most RVers park at their campground and walk, bike, or drive a tow car into Dock Street. Watch for afternoon thunderstorms in summer, sudden Gulf fog at dawn, and the occasional gopher tortoise crossing the road. Pro tip: time your arrival before 4 p.m. so you can set up in daylight, since SR-24 has no streetlights along the final 20-mile stretch.
fdot.gov/What amenities can I expect at Cedar Key campgrounds?
Cedar Key campgrounds make hook-up life easy. At Cedar Key RV Resort you'll find big-rig friendly concrete pads with 30/50-amp electric, water, sewer, Wi-Fi, a heated pool, and clean bathhouses. Sunset Isle RV Park offers waterfront full-hookup sites and a tiki bar. Shell Mound Campground has electric/water sites (no sewer) plus a dump station and is fully surrounded by the Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge. For potable water and dump access between trips, Manatee Springs State Park has a public dump station as part of its campground. Pro tip: if you're boondocking or staying somewhere without sewer, plan a dump-station stop in Chiefland on US-19 before heading home, it's the closest reliable option north of Cedar Key.
floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/manatee-springs-state-park/experiences-amenitiesWhat features will my Cedar Key RV rental come with?
RVezy listings near Cedar Key come loaded with the comforts of home. Expect real beds (queen or king in the bedroom, plus convertible sofas or bunks), a full kitchen with fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, and sink, a bathroom with toilet and shower, air conditioning (essential on the Gulf Coast), a furnace for cool winter nights, and seatbelted passenger seats in motorhomes. Many rigs also include a TV, Wi-Fi hotspot or Starlink, an onboard generator, and an outdoor awning, perfect after a day of clamming or kayaking. Pro tip: filter by Sleeps count and amenities like Generator or TV to narrow down quickly, and confirm with the host that the air conditioning has been recently serviced, you'll want it humming in any season.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/What add-ons and pickup options are available for rent an RV in Cedar Key bookings?
Hosts on RVezy offer plenty of optional extras to make your Cedar Key RV trip easier. Common add-ons include kitchen and linen packages ($50 to $150 flat), generator hours ($3 to $5 per hour beyond what's included), bikes or kayaks (great for paddling Cedar Key's backwaters), camp chairs, outdoor grills, and pet cleaning fees. Pickup is typically at the host's address (often in Gainesville, Ocala, or the Cedar Key area itself), but delivery to your campground is widely available. Mileage policies usually include 100 to 150 free miles per night with reasonable overage rates. Pro tip: bundling delivery, setup, and a kayak rental from the same host often costs less than booking each piece separately, just ask.
visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/cedar-key/How does payment and the security deposit work on RVezy?
Payment is straightforward and secure. When you book your RV rental in Cedar Key, FL through RVezy, you pay through the platform (never directly to the host), with a portion charged at booking and the balance due before your trip starts. A refundable security deposit is placed as a hold on your card a few days before pickup and released after the trip ends, assuming the RV is returned in the same condition. To avoid deposit issues, do a thorough walk-around at pickup, take date-stamped photos of any existing scratches or interior wear, and return the rig clean with tanks dumped per the host's instructions. Pro tip: keep your fuel and propane receipts handy in case there is a question at checkout.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038106214-How-the-security-deposit-worksHow do I handle Cedar Key's heat, humidity, and hurricane season in an RV?
With a little planning, summer in Cedar Key is totally doable, and shoulder seasons are downright dreamy. From June through September, expect highs around 90 to 94 degrees with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms, so run the RV's air conditioning on shore power (most campgrounds offer 30/50-amp service), park in shade when possible, and travel in the cooler morning hours. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30; monitor the National Hurricane Center forecast and have a flexible plan to relocate inland if a storm tracks toward the Gulf. Pro tip: for the best-weather sweet spot, book your family RV trip Cedar Key for late October through April, that's when locals say the Nature Coast truly shines.
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