Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lamont, FL

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Lamont, FL has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Lamont camping trip.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Lamont, Florida (189)

    1. Hillsborough River State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Thonotosassa, FL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 987-6771

    $24 / night

    "If you like to hike, there are a bunch of different trails to walk and they run alongside the river."

    "Better if not during rainy season here in Florida. The ground was wet. Some sites had overflow from the river, I guess? Our site was nice. We had water and electricity. Pretty quiet. Lots of dogs."

    2. Fort De Soto Campground

    140 Reviews
    Tierra Verde, FL
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 582-2100

    $38 - $48 / night

    "Be advised that there is only one section thst allows pets and limited areas that pets are allowed but has a nice dog beach and off leash dog park."

    "It’s not a National Park surrounding a national treasure but it might as well be. The park has three loops. All have waterfront sites and inner loop sites."

    3. Lazydays RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Lee, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 246-4777

    "This campground was adequate and very close to I-4. Sites are accommodating and clean. Pool and restaurant on site."

    "It is very dog friendly and the sites are spacious. There are a lot of activities and a great pool area.

    This campground is close to Busch Gardens Tampa. We stayed here in a motor home."

    4. MacDill AFB FamCamp

    9 Reviews
    Gibsonton, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 840-6919

    "There’s a small dog beach and two dog parks. Laundry facilities are centrally located. Cable is included."

    "Close to a small beach and marina with a restaurant walking distance. Several dog parks but muddy/dirt. Laundry available for fee. Bath houses clean and large.

    Good amenities on base."

    5. E.G. Simmons Regional Park

    19 Reviews
    Ruskin, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 671-7655

    $24 / night

    "Amazing water access and dog friendly! The staff and rangers are kind and helpful. During our stay, there was E. coli in water which means water activities and fishing were restricted."

    "Nearly every campsite is right on the water - easy in and out for kayaks, large boat ramp and many picnic pavilions."

    6. Bay Bayou RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Oldsmar, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 855-1000

    "Very dog friendly with doggy bag stations and dog parks. Right on the bayou with a kayak launch and docks for fishing and relaxing. We like it so much that we made it our home base for our travels."

    "There’s a place to fish, a place to chill on the dock and not fish, trees are everywhere and lots of random wildlife roaming around.

    Staff has been super friendly too."

    7. Lake Park

    5 Reviews
    Lutz, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 264-3806

    "I live in an adjacent neighborhood (2 years) and walk this park daily with my doggos. I’ve biked all the trails and been here from sunrise to sunset."

    "This park has a really great walking trail around a lake with exercise stations. I’ve seen some horses on the trails also. There’s a cool BMX and rc car track too!"

    8. Lithia Springs Conservation Park

    12 Reviews
    Durant, FL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 744-5572

    $24 / night

    "Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."

    "Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."

    9. St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA Holiday

    26 Reviews
    Bay Pines, FL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 392-2233

    "Wanting to be close to them I opted for one of the small tent sites at the end of the park where I car camped in my Subaru Outback."

    "Located on the water. Lots to do. Great for kids & pets."

    10. Caladesi RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Palm Harbor, FL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 784-3622

    $45 - $75 / night

    "It is pet friendly and everyone seems to clean up after their pets. The pool is clean and clear and that works for me."

    "The  beach is a 5 minute drive and pet friendly! The Pinellas  bike trail is also located right behind the park and easy to get on. I will definitely come back to this campground."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lamont, FL

931 Reviews of 189 Lamont Campgrounds


  • Cyndi J.
    Jan. 15, 2019

    Fort De Soto Campground

    Beautiful park

    Beautiful park! Clean, quiet, large private spaces, and nice bath facilities. Be advised that there is only one section thst allows pets and limited areas that pets are allowed but has a nice dog beach and off leash dog park.

  • Alyssa D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2020

    Shell Key Preserve

    Years later it’s still one of my favorite places to camp in Florida..:

    One of my favorite places to camp in Florida, hands-down. You can only get to this camping spot by water. Must reserve, no pets & no alcohol.

    We saw sting rays, a baby turtle, many different birds & other wildlife within 5 minutes of parking the boat.

    Amazing views.

    Campfires not permitted in summer months due to sea turtle nesting.

  • Jan S.
    Jun. 8, 2022

    Bradenton / Hunsader Farms KOA

    KOA Campground with working vegetable farm and petting zoo

    Stayed here for a week in May - quiet, pretty campground with friendly staff, a petting zoo and vegetable farm on property. We enjoyed the produce market, but you could also go in the fields and pick your own. Camper sites had enough room between them, the electric/water sites had good tree cover for shade. There were cabins, a silo, and covered wagons you could also stay in. There's a big dog park, but not much shade there. There's a winery just 1 mile away. The Sarasota beaches and mangrove kayaking are an easy 45 minute drive away. The only thing I wished they had was a pool... Overall, we had a nice time here.

  • David G.
    Jun. 20, 2019

    Fort De Soto Campground

    Never gets old

    This is one of the best parks anywhere. It’s not a National Park surrounding a national treasure but it might as well be. The park has three loops. All have waterfront sites and inner loop sites. One is set up for tents, folding campers and small teardrop style trailers. One is conducive to big rigs but it’s a tight fit and one handles all, but allows pets. There’s lots of wildlife, particularly raccoons. A short drive or bike ride from the campground lands you at the old fort, or a ferry to Egmont Key for the day, or a beach with a view of Tampa Bay and the Skyway bridge, or the amazing north beach which has been listed several times as the best beach in America. It’s a truly gorgeous park. Kayaking, SUP, dog parks, dog beach as well as coyote, rattlesnakes, amazing shore birding, white pelicans, eagles, ospreys, roseates, manatees, dolphins... hard to get reservations but well worth it.
    Our return to this park year after year resulted in us building a home in the area for our endless summer adventures.

  • s
    May. 4, 2024

    Avalon RV Resort

    Good for a short stay

    Sites were small, Service was friendly, Okay amenities- small pool, dog ‘park’ was a tiny walking area. Expensive considering location and amenities.

  • Elliott B.
    Jul. 12, 2017

    Hog Island Campground — Withlacoochee State Forest

    Nice and secluded.

    The Hog Island Recreation Area is located on the eastern bank of the Withlacoochee river close to the small town of Nobleton. Part of the recreation area includes the Hog Island Nature Trail, part of the Trailwalker Program and officially certified as part of the longer Florida National Scenic Trail. The Hog Island Campground (fl-dof.com) provides nicely shaded and dry campsites for tent and RV campers with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. These sites are amazingly screened from each other with natural understory vegetation and access to the Withlacoochee River. Restroom with showers (which could use a little love and care), water spigots and a dump station are located nearby. Campers arriving by canoe can stay at a riverside campsite that includes access to drinking water.

    This is a good campground with pretty decent warm/hot showers and electric hookups, so you aren't going to really be spending a few days completely off the grid. Although, cellular service is spotty, but mostly usable. The camp hosts were really nice and supposedly no pets are allowed, but I definitely heard some dogs at night. Just a few steps away is the Hog Island boat ramp, nature trail and a section of the Florida National Scenic Trail leaving you with lots to do.

    You get your standard nice campground features

    ·       Large shared picnic area

    ·       Good fishing

    ·       Canoe and boat launch

    ·       No pets allowed.

    *I heard some dogs and there were basically no one around, so maybe the host let some people get away with it…

    ·       2-mile loop Nature Trail.

    ·       Hiking trails:

    •  - River Trail/Sumter is 7.2 miles.

    ·       Equestrian trails: 

    •  - Hernando Main Loop is 18.65 miles.
    •  - Hernando is 36.35 miles.
    •  - Sumter is 7.70 miles.
  • Danna D.
    Nov. 5, 2020

    Encore Terra Ceia

    Great Place - Friendly Staff & Neighbors

    Nice place to stay in Palmetto. I just moved into my RV and this was my very first camping stop so I had TONS of questions and needed quite a bit of help. The staff were super friendly and the neighbors were extremely helpful in showing me how to get everything set up. They have a nice pool and laundry facilities - would recommend coming with a separate vehicle as there's not much within walking distance, but it's only a short drive to Tampa, St. Pete, and the Sarasota/Bradenton area. They also have a nice size, fenced-in dog park with a dog walking path, so bring your furry friends!

  • Malaney H.
    Apr. 3, 2018

    Hillsborough River State Park Campground

    There is a lot to do!

    This park is full of great adventures. If you like to hike, there are a bunch of different trails to walk and they run alongside the river. You may even have the opportunity to catch site of some alligators as this river is very populated with them. There is also a cute shop and cafe so if your not feeling up to cooking, you can head there. At the shop you have the opportunity to swim in the pool, rent kayaks, canoes, and bikes. I also love that they are pet friendly. I take my dog everywhere (and sometimes my cat) and they enjoyed the trails just as much as I did!

  • T S.
    Mar. 7, 2022

    Lazydays RV Resort

    Very nice campground

    This campground was adequate and very close to I-4. Sites are accommodating and clean. Pool and restaurant on site. If you have a dog they have a couple of dog parks on site buy I would recommend sites 36, 37 or 38. Large grass area for your own private dog area.


Guide to Lamont

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Lamont, Florida, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Hillsborough River State Park Campground

  • This campground offers a welcoming environment for pets, with plenty of shaded sites and picnic tables for a comfortable stay.
  • Visitors appreciate the nearby trails for hiking, allowing you to explore the beautiful scenery with your dog.
  • The campground features amenities like drinking water and electric hookups, making it a convenient choice for pet owners.

Dog owners appreciate the St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA

  • This well-reviewed KOA provides a dog park area, ensuring your pets have a safe space to play and socialize.
  • With easy access to nearby beaches and scenic trails, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities with your canine companion.
  • The campground's clean facilities and friendly staff enhance the overall experience for both you and your pet.

Tips for camping with dogs near Lamont

  • Always keep your dog on a leash while exploring the trails at places like the Little Manatee River State Park Campground to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially during warmer months, as some campgrounds may not have water stations readily available.
  • Consider visiting the Canoe Outpost Little Manatee River for a fun day of kayaking, where pets are welcome to join you on the water.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lamont, FL is Hillsborough River State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 65 reviews.

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