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Caladesi Island State Park
- Dunedin
# 1 Causeway Blvd.
Dunedin, Florisa34698
(727) 469-5918
Caladesi Island is one of the few
remaining large undeveloped barrier islands on Florida's Gulf
Coast. The island is accessible by private boat. A
scheduled passenger ferry runs from nearby Honeymoon Island
State Recreation Area and from the City of Clearwater.
Overnight primitive boat camping/docking with marine pumpout
station is available. Reservations available online
through Reserve America.
Boaters can enjoy the 99 slip
bayside marina, or in calm weather, anchor offshore. Overnight
docking is permitted in the bayside marina, but boaters must
register before sundown.
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▪ Primitive Boat Camping with Marine Pumpout Station
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
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Pets Allowed
Boat Camping, Boating,
Concessions, Fishing, Nature Trails, Picnicking, Showers, Scuba
Diving, Swimming, and Wildlife Viewing
Cayo Costa State Park
- Boca Grande
P.O. Box 1150
Boca Grande, Florida 33921
(941) 964-0375
Cayo Costa offers primitive camping for those
wishing to set up tent camping. Access to the island is by Ferry
Service from several Charter Boat Services or by private boat.
Reservations are required on the ferry service. Call Tropic
Star of Pine Island at 239-283-0015. Visitors must
carry in all food and drinks as there are no facilities on the
island. All items must be taken off the island upon departure.
Cabins are available on Cayo Costa for $22.93
per night. Each cabin sleeps up to six people. Each cabin is
furnished with three bunk beds and a table. The cabins are very
primitive, do not have electricity or any other amenities. They
are centrally located to bathrooms and showers. There are grills
available for cooking. Each cabin is conveniently located to the
beach area and nature trails.
Reservations available year-round through Reserve America. No generators allowed.
Ice is for sale at the ranger station. Bring plenty of
insect repellent and sunscreen. Food should be brought in an
animal proof containers.
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▪ 28 Tent Campsites
▪ 12 Cabins
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
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No Pets
Boating, Cabins, Full Facility
Camping, Primitive Camping, Fishing, Nature Trails, Picnicking,
Scuba Diving, Swimming, and Wildlife Viewing
Collier Seminole State Park
-
Naples
20200 E. Tamiami Trail
Naples, Florida 33961
(239) 394-3397
Collier-Seminole State Park is a
Seasonal Camping Park. The park has two camping areas. One
area contains 19 sites located in a wooded area and is popular for
tents, vans, and popups. The other consists of 118 sites in an
area more suited for RV's and also includes tent sites. Some sites
have electricity and all sites have a picnic table and a grill.
Three bathhouses are located in the campground and are equipped
with hot and cold showers. One bathhouse has a washer and dryer
and another has an activity room with tables, chairs, brochure
rack, and other reading material. The park has a youth camping
area, a primitive camping area that is accessible from the park's
hiking trail, and another primitive camping area accessible by
canoe. The youth camp area can be reserved and the primitive camps
are first come first serve. Reservations available through Reserve
America.
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▪ 118 Campsites Suited for RV's
▪ 19 Campsites Suited for Tents, Vans, and Popups
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All Campsites Have a Grill,
Water, and Picnic Table
▪ Electric Sites Have 30 & 20 Amp Service
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Maximum RV Length 30
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown - Seasonal Camping
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Pets Allowed
Bicycling, Boating, Boat Ramp,
Boat Tours, Full Camping, Primitive Camping, Youth Camping,
Campfire Circle, Canoeing, Concessions, Fishing, Nature Trails,
Picnicking, RV Camping, Visitor Center, and Wildlife Viewing
Koreshan State Historic Site
- Estero
P.O. Box 7
Estero, Florida 33928
(239) 992-0311
The park has 60 wooded campsites.
Twelve sites are designated tent camping only and located next to
the Estero River. All sites have electric, water, grill and table.
Pets are permitted in the campground overnight with current
vaccination papers and a wastewater dump station is available for
RV campers. A centrally located bathhouse has a utility area with
a washer, dryer and sinks. The community campfire circle is for
group use, seasonal interpretive programs and camper
get-togethers. A volleyball court is next to the campground. The
large picnic area has a nature trail, small playground, restroom,
many grills and tables. The Estero River borders the park and
flows into the Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. There is a boat
ramp and canoes are available to rent. The Koreshan Historic
Settlement is open daily with guided tours on weekends.
Reservations available through Reserve America.
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▪ 60 Campsites (12 tent sites) with Electric and Water
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Maximum RV Length 30
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
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Pets Allowed
Boating, Boat Ramp, Camping,
Campfire Circle, RV Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Picnicking, and
Wildlife Viewing
Lake Okeechobee/Okeechobee
Waterway
Located at the center of Florida's heartland, Lake Okeechobee is
Florida's largest lake and the second largest freshwater lake in
the U.S. Ten Corps recreation areas are located along the 152-mile
waterway, which offers excellent boating, bass fishing, and
waterfowl hunting. This convenient commercial link with the
Florida coast also offers recreational boaters protected waters,
peaceful anchorages, and pleasant shore stops. Corps-managed
boat-in camping areas are available at St. Lucie Lock and the W.P.
Franklin Lock.
Reservations available through Reserve America.
Ortona South
(863) 675-8400
- Located on the Caloosahatchee
River section of the Okeechobee Waterway, Ortona Campground
provides the visitor with a taste of tranquil, serene country
life. The exotic vegetation and tropical atmosphere provides
an excellent location for friends and family to camp, fish,
picnic, or enjoy hours of quiet contemplation.
- The Ortona South Campground
offers 51 sites with electric and water hook ups.
Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers,
public phones, and fishing piers.
- While enjoying nature's
beauty, visitors can watch boats and manatees locking through
Ortona Lock as they travel the Okeechobee Waterway.
- A marina and golf course(s)
are located within a 15 minute drive.
- Reservations must be made at
least 3 days in advance.
- The campground is open year
round.
- Gates open at 6am and close at
10pm, Attendants are on duty.
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Boating, Camping, RV Camping,
Swimming.
St. Lucie South
(772) 287-1382
- Open all year round.
- Located on the St. Lucie Canal
portion of the Okeechobee Waterway, St. Lucie South Campground
is just 10 minutes from Stuart, Florida.
- The exotic vegetation and
tropical atmosphere provides an excellent location to camp,
fish, picnic, boat, or enjoy hours of quiet contemplation.
- The St. Lucie South Campground
offers 9 RV/tent sites and 8 Cruiser sites with
electric and water hook ups. There are also 3 tent
sites with no hook-ups.
- Additional amenities include a
dump station, hot showers, public phones, a playground, a boat
ramp, and a shelter.
- While enjoying nature's
beauty, visitors may view boats and manatees locking through
as they travel the Okeechobee Waterway. A nature trail is also
located on the north side of the St. Lucie Lock.
- Reservations must be made at
least 3 days in advance.
- The campground is open year
round. Gates open at 6am and close at 8pm.
- Park attendants are on duty
and the campground telephone number is 772-287-1382.
- Cruiser sites are ONLY
for boats that accommodate sleeping. There is NO area
for TENTS or RV's at these sites.
- No vehicles or trailers
allowed on tent sites.
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Boating, Boat Ramp, Camping,
Boat Camping, RV Camping, Fishing, Showers, and Swimming
W.P. Franklin
(941) 694-8770
- Open all year round.
- Located on the Caloosahatchee
River section of the Okeechobee Waterway, W.P. Franklin North
Campground is located just 15 minutes east of Ft. Myers,
Florida.
- The exotic vegetation and
tropical atmosphere provides an excellent location for you and
your family/friends to camp, fish, picnic, boat, or enjoy
hours of quiet contemplation.
- The W.P. Franklin North
Campground offers 30 tent/RV sites and 8 Cruiser
sites, all with electric and water hookups. Additional
amenities include a dump station, hot showers, public phones,
a fishing pier, boat ramp, and a group shelter.
- Visitors can also view boats
locking through as they travel the Okeechobee Waterway. By
traveling to the south side of the river, visitors can enjoy
the swim beach, a visitor center, picnic shelters, boat ramp,
and a playground.
- Located 15 minutes from flea
markets, grocery stores, malls, downtown Ft. Myers and the
historic Thomas Edison/Henry Ford Home.
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Boating, Boat Ramp, Camping,
Boat Camping, RV Camping, Fishing, Showers, and Swimming
Oscar Scherer State Park
- Osprey
1843 S. Tamiami Trail
Osprey, Florida 34229
(941) 483-5956
Oscar Scherer State Park is a full
facility camping park with seasonal camping. Campsites are
available for tent or RV camping with complete hook-ups for
electric and water. Reservations available through Reserve
America.
A separate camp area is available
for organized youth and adult groups. Tents only. No pets allowed.
Amenities include pavilion, campfire circle, restroom, and cold
water shower. No electric service available. Limited to 60 people.
Campfires are allowed in the
campground but only in the "ground grill" provided. Collecting of
firewood is not allowed, however campers can bring in their own
firewood or obtain it at the Ranger Station for a donation to the
parks' Citizen Support Organization the Friends of Oscar Scherer
Park, Inc. Campfires may be banned during extremely dry weather
conditions. Please, never leave campfires unattended and
extinguish them completely with water before vacating the site.
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▪ 74 Campsites with Electric and Water
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Maximum RV Length 30
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown - Seasonal Camping
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Pets Allowed in the Overnight
Campground
Bicycling, Camping, Group
Camping, RV Camping, Youth Camping, Campfire Circle, Canoeing,
Fishing, Interpretive Center, Nature Trails, Picnicking,
Showers, Swimming, and Wildlife Viewing
Highlands Hammock State Park
- Sebring
5931 Hammock Road
Sebring, Florida 33872
(863) 386-6094
Campers will find a tent and
trailer campground with; sanitary dumping station, restrooms with
hot and cold showers, electric and water hookups. All 154 sites
are ADA accessible. Highlands Hammock State Park is a Seasonal
Camping Park. A remote camping area and youth camping area with a
pit toilet is available for groups. Reservations available through
Reserve America.
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▪ 154 Campsites
▪ Cabins
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Maximum RV Length
30
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown - Seasonal Camping
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Pets Allowed
Bicycling, Camping, RV Camping,
Youth Camping, Concessions, Horse Trails, Nature Trails,
Picnicking, Visitor Center, and Wildlife Viewing
Hillsborough River State Park
- Thonotosassa
15402 U.S. 301 North
Thonotosassa, Florida 33592
(813) 987-6771
Full RV camping is provided on
most of the campsites in our 111 site campground. Each site is
equipped with water, a fire ring and picnic table. Pets are
allowed with restrictions. Shopping is available at the park’s
Outpost concession with basic food items and merchandise.
Exhibits are located throughout the park. Swimming is
available in ½ acre man-made swimming area. The park offers
many planned activities year-round. Reservations available
through Reserve America.
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▪ 111 Campsites with Water, Fire Ring and Picnic Table
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Maximum RV Length
50
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
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Pets Allowed
Camping, Youth Camping, Canoeing,
Concessions, Fishing, Nature Trails, Picnicking, RV Camping, and
Swimming
Lake Manatee State Park
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Brandenton
20007 Hwy 64 East
Bradenton, Florida 34202
(941) 741-3028
A 60-site camping area located
within walking distance from the swimming and fishing areas.
Lake Manatee State Recreation Area is a Seasonal Camping Park.
A Manatee County ordinance restricts boat motors to 20
horsepower or less. The ordinance also prohibits water-skiing.
Reservations available through Reserve America.
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▪ 60 Campsites
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Maximum RV Length
65
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown - Seasonal Camping
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Pets Allowed
Boating, Boat Ramp, Camping, RV
Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming, and Wildlife
Viewing
Little Manatee River State Park
- Wimauma
215 Lightfoot Road
Wimauma, Florida 33598
(813) 671-5005
Full RV camping is provided in 34
campsites with full hook-up, four of which are specifically
designed for horse camping. (Negative Coggins required for all
of our horse camping guests). Each site is equipped with
electricity, water, a fire ring and picnic table. Pets are
allowed with restrictions (proof of current rabies vaccination
required). Shopping is available at the Sun City Center which is
located 5 miles from the park. Exhibits are located throughout
the park and there are many planned activities year-round.
Reservations available through Reserve America.
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▪ 34 Campsites with Electric and Water
▪ 4 Campsites accommodate Horse Camping
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Maximum RV Length 68
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
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Pets Allowed
RV and Tent Camping, Youth
Camping, Horse Camping, Primitive Camping, Picnicking, Horse
Trails, Hiking Trails, Fishing, Canoeing, and Wildlife Viewing
Myakka River State Park
- Sarasota
13207 S.R. 72
Sarasota, Florida34241
(941) 361-6511
Full facility camping. 76
campsites: 48 with water and electric Most sites have 30 amp
electrical service. For a $10.00 refundable deposit, tent campers
can pick up an electrical adapter from the ranger station. A
wastewater dump station is located near Old Prairie campground.
All campsites are located within 40 yards of restroom facilities
with hot showers. All sites are dirt base; few sites have
vegetation buffers. Pets are prohibited overnight in the park.
Reservations available through Reserve America.
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▪ 76 Campsites (48 with with Electric and Water)
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Maximum RV Length 32
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Maximum Stay 14
Days
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Open All
Year 8 a.m. Until Sundown
▪ No
Pets
Bicycling, Boating, Boat Ramp,
Boat Tours, Cabins, Camping, Primitive Camping, RV Camping,
Youth Camping, Canoeing, Concessions, Fishing, Horse Trails,
Interpretive Programs, Nature Trails, Picnicking, RV Camping,
and Wildlife Viewing
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