Pelican Roost RV Park

This is our favorite Military RV Park so far! The people in the office are the nicest. The spots are positioned perfectly East to West to take the most advantage of sunlight throughout the day. The nearby beach is clean and spacious and there is plenty of fishing in the nearby bay. A+

We stayed here for a week during the Thanksgiving holiday. We made our reservation late and we were told that we had to stay in the grass, called overflow. That was fine, but we asked the office if we could move when people started to leave. They could only offer a different site at the day of departure and that was across from the old bathhouse where they were putting on a new roof where nails were flying left and right. Because we saw people come and go all the time, with sites remaining empty for multiple days, we went back to the office still they could not offer any desirable site. They have maintained for several years, at least, that they never know who will be assigned to a spot as it is done randomly by the computer in the morning of the assignment. Yet several days in advance, when asked for a empty spot-they would say that so and so is assigned to that spot. A new arrival a few days after we arrived chatted with us and indicated that he always could get a spot because he knew the management, but some of his friends could never seem to get in. The grassy site we were in was full with burrs, ants and we were tracking these including dirt inside the motorhome. We put out a lightweight cover that does not harm grass or in this case weeds, but soon enough we were handed the rules and told to read rule 12. NO carpets (also no fences). After the holiday I went into the office to take this up with the manager and also mentioned that our neighbor had 3 fences around his patio. It happened that he is a Host and may stay there for 6 months, so some of these rules do not apply to them. He should be comfortable. But still no carpet for me. It seems like that at least 10 sites (out of 49) are taken up by paid staff, host, cleaners, maintenance folks ,etc. Overall, our impression is sadly negative. It appears that the park is largely managed for the benefit of the staff and not for the qualified users. We have visited many military campgrounds across the country and Mayport has a great location, but due to poor management, in our view, we will not be back until someone gets the message and cleans house there.

This wonderful campground has set the bar for other military and civilian campgrounds for us. Great beach setting with an awesome staff. Debbie in the office and Wayne and George as the camp hosts are great. The grounds guy stays up on the grass cutting and the laundry room is always clean. They do a great job sticking to the occupancy rules so no one homesteads. From talking with the other campers who return often they all agree this a wonderful place. Easy access to the commissary and exchange. An excellent state of the art fitness center within walking distance. At $19 a night ($23 for front row which offers an unobstructed water view) with electric, cable, wifi, free ice, free laundry, level concrete pad and a great water view watching the ships come and go, who can complain. Certainly not us. We love this place!

Wonderful place to park and watch nature and ships! We were supposed to be at Osprey Park, but due to several cancellations, when we checked in the staff was able to park me on the front row at Pelican Roost, yippee! What a surprise for our 41st wedding anniversary! Beach access is a short walk away and the views are just amazing. There are overall limits to the river front sites and back sites, but all seem to have a great view. The washers/dryers are free, but wish they would add a couple of more washers. We will certainly be back here again! We camped here in a 30' class C motorhome.

Another great visit to Pelican Roost! This has to be the "TOP" Famcamp in the DOD. You can't beat the views no matter what site your in. The ships coming and going, military and civilian, and the beach, are a bonus to this campground. Great rates, free ice and laundry, awesome staff, clean bath house, pancake breakfast, ice cream socials,and camping with your veteran brothers and sisters, what more could you ask for. You have to experience this campground!

Overall, this park is ok. The park is in a nice location and the bathrooms and facilities were clean. The only major flaw during my visit was the rude and unprofessional civilian attendant. Costumer service makes a big difference and I’m sorry to say that I was not impressed with it at Mayport NAS and the Pelican Roost at all.

We absolutely love this campground. The amenities are great including free WiFi. To sit at your campsite and watch all the Navy ships, cargo ships, cruise ships and this time we saw 2 submarines, you just can't beat this campground. It is only a short walk to the beach. This is a place we will come back to again & again.

We have stayed here a couple of times before this and still think this is one of the best RV campgrounds in the entire military. The location is great. If you can get it, it is well worth the $2 extra a night to be on the front row right on the water. We made late plans and had a back row site that was still great. Sites are level, full hook ups and a short walk to the clubhouse/office and laundry. The laundry is free and facility has plenty of room with 4 washers and dryers. As Tricare Standard patients, we had no problems getting free pharmacy refills and a free flu shot. Wonderful place and a very friendly staff. 200 yards away from the newest/best gym and swimming facility in the military. We can not wait to go back.

Great place for families! Long termers fairly nice. Saltwater fishing right across the road. Saw sea turtles! Great beach within walking distance.....it is closed at night despite lack of signage. MPs were pretty nice about it. Club house and laundry facility was great. Sites close but not too close, fair number of pull thrus. Will be back.

This was our third stay at Pelican Roost. Twice in 2013 and once so far this year. It is a great place. There was a little construction on the main base road, but not a problem for RVs. The Commissary and PX/BX is located off post and not far away, however, it is not clearly marked from the street. Every time we go there, we missed it and had to U-turn back to it. There is a small shoppette and a gas station on post. We did not need fuel I our RV, so I can not tell if it was good for an RV. There use to be a Pizza Hut on base and it was co-located with a bar. The Pizza Hut is now gone, but the bar remains. This place has a lot going for it with a great view of the bay and the Navy's private beach only a short walk away. We are pretty independent and do not require a lot of staff support. However, they have always been great, pleasant, and informative. There is WIFI and computers in the office, free ice and coffee, free laundry, and nice showers.

A camp ground like no other, a view of our Navy, and other ships daily. A true pride of Military camping that all retires should enjoy. The Thanksgiving dinner at the mess hall was the high light of our trip. Woody and Lee work hard to make sure your visit is successful. Ice cream night, pizza night and bingo are fun for all. Don't let this camp ground slip by with out a visit.

This was our fifth time staying here. Was in the back row, end site by the tent camping area this trip. While the front row has great unobstructed views of the river and passing ships this site was very private being against the trees yet still afforded a nice view of the river and all the activity. The Naval Station main exchange and commissary are a short drive out the gate and there is a small exchange on the station a short walk away. LP is available from outdoor rec (yes you can drive 40 ft Class A right up to the fill station) and air (120+ psi) is available from the auto repair shop. Be sure to check out Safe Harbor Seafood in Mayport Village, right outside Gate 5, for a fantastic seafood lunch! Also the Beach Diner in Atlantic Beach has a great breakfast menu. Can't wait for our sixth stay here.