E.G. Simmons Regional Park operates as a county-managed campground with two camping loops offering water and electric hookups at $24 per night. The facility accepts first-come, first-served reservations with a 14-day stay limit, and campers can access sites by vehicle, boat, or on foot.
Waterfront sites dominate both the East and West camping areas, with many positioned directly on Tampa Bay's edge. B M. notes that "all the sites along the water on this side are nice," particularly highlighting sites 70 and 72 in the East loop. The paved roads and packed sand sites accommodate RVs with full hookups, while bathhouses in each loop provide showers and restrooms that reviewers consistently describe as clean and well-maintained.
Kayakers launch directly from waterfront sites into mangrove-lined canals that connect to Tampa Bay, where dolphins and manatees frequent the waters. The park rents kayaks on-site and maintains a boat ramp for larger vessels. Fishing opportunities span from the protected canals among the mangroves to open bay waters, with nearby Cockroach Bay providing additional angling spots. A small beach area and swimming zone serve day-use visitors and campers alike.
Wildlife encounters include large raccoons that multiple reviewers describe as fearless and persistent around campsites. No-see-ums present significant challenges during dawn and dusk hours, with several campers recommending screened shelters and industrial fans for relief. Ken Y. describes the location as "so quiet and beautiful" during weekdays, though weekend crowds increase substantially from Friday through Sunday.
The park's proximity to Ruskin provides convenient access to restaurants and supplies, while campers seeking additional options can explore camping near Ruskin throughout the greater Tampa Bay region.
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Map & DirectionsE.G. Simmons Regional Park is located in Florida near Ruskin
Address
2401 19th Avenue
Ruskin, FL 33570
Coordinates
27.73914385 N
82.46616981 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 7/4/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/4/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 7/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly



































