Road Runner Travel Resort: A Warm Welcome on Florida’s Treasure Coast
A family-run haven where sunshine, nature, and good food meet
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One chilly December day in 1979, James and Marilyn Minix bought a neglected, debris-strewn parcel just outside Fort Pierce and began turning it into something special. With grit, vision, and years of hard work, they transformed that little patch of land into what is now one of the East Coast’s most beloved RV resorts, Road Runner Travel Resort. Their children — who started out bagging ice — grew up with the place, carried on the family tradition, and helped build a warm, welcoming community that feels like home to guests and staff alike.
Photo courtesy of Road Runner Travel Resort.
Amenities Galore
Set on 40 beautifully landscaped acres, Road Runner Travel Resort offers 452 full-service hookups and a lineup of comforts and delights designed to make every stay easy and memorable. Guests appreciate the practical touches—public laundry, free Wi-Fi, clean bathrooms and showers—alongside the pleasures: a heated swimming pool sitting at the heart of the property, winding paths perfect for morning walks, and the friendly atmosphere at Charlene’s Coyote Grill. The menu is full of crowd-pleasers — think fried green tomatoes, mahi on focaccia, and breakfasts worth getting up for — served with genuine Florida hospitality.
The resort is also home to a charming three-hole golf course tucked among pine trees and a peaceful fishing pond where kids can learn catch-and-release or adults can simply relax beneath a hardwood hammock, watching birds and enjoying the native plant life that helps protect the surrounding landscape.
Photo courtesy of Road Runner Travel Resort.
Spectacular Surroundings
Road Runner sits amid some of the Treasure Coast’s loveliest attractions. Fort Pierce—“The Sunrise City”—treats visitors to spectacular mornings over the Indian River Lagoon; catching a sunrise at South Beach Park is a must. Local highlights include the Navy SEAL Museum, the A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery, and the lively Downtown Art Walk, all small-town treasures that celebrate the area’s culture.
A short drive north, Vero Beach offers a quieter, refined escape. Visit McKee Botanical Garden to wander colorful, subtropical plantings and stroll the historic Jungle Trail for eight miles of wetlands, coastal homes, and peaceful birdwatching—perfect for biking or jogging on firm, scenic paths once used by citrus growers.
McKee Botanical Gardens. Photo: Agape621
Coastal Adventures
One of Road Runner’s best perks is access to the water. Charter a fishing boat, hop a paddleboat, or join a guided kayak tour through mangrove tunnels — many guests say the clear kayak excursions are the highlight of their visit. Paddle past turquoise waters, watch for manatees, dolphins, and stingrays, and enjoy snack breaks on shallow sandbars where you can hunt for starfish and shells. Sunset tours and winter bioluminescent outings — lighting up with comb jellies — add unforgettable sparkle to any stay. Finish the day at a waterfront tiki bar with a cold drink and fresh seafood, and you’ll understand why so many visitors keep coming back.
Greg Donahue
James Donahue is a writer and outdoors enthusiast whose travels have taken him to 45 states and nearly as many countries around the world. When he's not hiking, biking, or fly fishing (or writing about all three), you can usually find him exploring the beaches up and down the East Coast with his wife and daughter.
