Best Tent Camping near Gulf Breeze, FL

Recent Tent Reviews near Gulf Breeze, Florida

691 Reviews of 7 Gulf Breeze Campgrounds

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  Rosie Rene P.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 24, 2022

  Santa Rosa RV Resort

  No Tent Sites

  I was really excited to stay here. I absolutely love tent camping, but sadly they do not have tent sites. The app is incorrect.

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  GoWhereYouAreDraw N.

  Legend

  

  Feb. 18, 2020

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  No crowds

  We tent camped at Ft Pickens for the first time. For $26 a night, you can't beat beach access, good tent sites, walking to historical areas and endless activities. The armadillos and ospreys were an exciting addition to our camping area, and the restroom facilities were decent.

  The only downside is lack of supplies,ice,food nearby and it's a drive to get to any convenience store or restaurant. But when you watch the sun go down, and it's just your family, a few ghost crabs and the historic lighthouse behind you- all that is forgotten.

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  Meghan S.

  Scout

  

  May. 16, 2018

  Gulf State Park Campground

  Great Spot for Family Fun

  You could stay at this park for your whole trip and not have to leave. There is an awesome pool and splash pad, basketball courts, and boat launch on the property, plus a laundromat and impressive camp store. The restroom facilities are relatively nice and are always air conditioned during the warmer months. The only complaint I have of this park is that there are only 11 tent camping sites. They claim any site can be used for tent camping, but no one in a tent wants to set up on a concrete pad, especially when it is hot! The tent sites they do have are primitive without water or electrical hook ups - it would be nice to have some sites with hook ups. The sites they do have for tents are very shady and clean. They do back up to a swampy canal, but I have never seen any alligators although I am sure they are in there somewhere.

  I would definitely recommend this park for families.

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  Deborah C.

  Ranger

  

  Feb. 23, 2019

  Gulf State Park Campground

  Like a small city

  This park is like a small city, there are over 500 sites, only 11 tent sites. My husband and I tent camped at gulf state park in February, 2019 and it was very nice, they have so many amenities here you don’t ever have to leave. If you were looking for solitude time, this is not the site for you. The bathrooms were nicer than some hotels I have stayed in. There is a store on site, tennis/pickle ball courts, swimming pool, activities center, horseshoe pit, nature center and over 25 miles of very nice hiking trails, oh yea, and less than a 20 minute walk to one of the best white sand beaches in the USA. Also playgrounds for kids. There is a laundromat and they have a church service and other scheduled activities.

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  Sonyia W.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 29, 2019

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  Excellent as always

  This was my third trip to Pickens and it was amazing as always.

  *The camping store is closed until they can find someone to run it. Wood and ice can be bought at the Tom Thumb just outside the park or at Walmart/Publix in Gulf Breeze.

  *Battery Cooper Rd was closed so those two batteries are inaccessible.

  *Loops B/D no longer have electric or dedicated water (there is a water spigot every few sites). Tent sites D24, D25, B6 have the best shade and space.

  *We stayed at A15 (right next to walking trail entrance) and my best friend on A14. Other good shaded sites on this loop are A4 (grass not level enough for tents), A6, A12, A19, A21, A24, A26, A35 (next to dumpsters though), A36 (okay but not great).

  *You can no longer hang anything from trees or power poles (hammocks, clotheslines etc). You also cannot having a shower looking tent (we have one for a changing tent only—no toilet or shower—and they made us take it down). Max two tents or camper and one tent per site (awnings/pop up shelter over picnic table don’t count towards the two).

  *I didn’t peek into the restrooms in loops B-E. A-loop restrooms were a little dated but clean and functional. The laundry/dish washing station was stellar.

  *The price for getting into Gulf Island National Seashore is now $20 and it’s a 7 day pass.

  *The campground now gives out two slips at check-in. One is for your car and one is to keep with you after 8pm so you don’t get kicked out of the area after dark.

  Everyone was very nice and helpful.

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  Sonyia W.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 29, 2019

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  Excellent as always

  This was my third trip to Pickens and it was amazing as always.

  *The camping store is closed until they can find someone to run it. Wood and ice can be bought at the Tom Thumb just outside the park or at Walmart/Publix in Gulf Breeze.

  *Battery Cooper Rd was closed so those two batteries are inaccessible.

  *Loops B/D no longer have electric or dedicated water (there is a water spigot every few sites). Tent sites D24, D25, B6 have the best shade and space.

  *We stayed at A15 (right next to walking trail entrance) and my best friend on A14. Other good shaded sites on this loop are A4 (grass not level enough for tents), A6, A12, A19, A21, A24, A26, A35 (next to dumpsters though), A36 (okay but not great).

  *You can no longer hang anything from trees or power poles (hammocks, clotheslines etc). You also cannot having a shower looking tent (we have one for a changing tent only—no toilet or shower—and they made us take it down). Max two tents or camper and one tent per site (awnings/pop up shelter over picnic table don’t count towards the two).

  *I didn’t peek into the restrooms in loops B-E. A-loop restrooms were a little dated but clean and functional. The laundry/dish washing station was stellar.

  *There are dump stations (one in loop A and one for B-E) but no sewer hook ups per site.

  *The price for getting into Gulf Island National Seashore is now $20 and it’s a 7 day pass.

  *The campground now gives out two slips at check-in. One is for your car and one is to keep with you after 8pm so you don’t get kicked out of the area after dark.

  Everyone was very nice and helpful.

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  Dru O.

  Guide

  

  May. 26, 2022

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  Awesome campground

  So many things to do here. You have several historic Forts to explore. A discovery center to learn the history of the island and the wildlife. A bookstore with wifi. Beaches to swim . Pier fishing and land fishing. Many trails to ride your bike or walk. And a gated group tent camping as well as tent camping in campground. And the Blue Angels practice and fly right over the campground and forts.

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  Rick B.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 7, 2019

  Gulf State Park Campground

  Great Family Campground

  This place is very cool.  I love the raised boardwalk style bike paths all over the place.  Our kids rode their bikes all over the place here.  You can also take a path to the beach or the pier.  Just a nice place.  We camped in a tent here...   but we were literally the only tent here that week.  Everyone was in an RV.  We have since purchased a pop up camper so we will return and fit in better lol...

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  Kevin C.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 30, 2022

  Southport Campground

  No tent camping

  They advertise as tent camping however that is not true until the end of May

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  L. S.

  Traveler

  

  May. 1, 2019

  Hurricane Lake North

  quiet

  a nice little campground on Hurricane Lake. the restrooms are clean. the tent sites have running water and the rv/tent sites have water and electric. very quiet expect for the frogs. a good place to fish where they built a dock out in the water so if you don't have a boat you can still fish away from shore.

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  Bill M.

  Traveler

  

  May. 12, 2021

  Gulf State Park Campground

  Best time

  Tent camping was very peaceful and great location to everything. Such a great few days we had here

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  Katherine J.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 27, 2018

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  Best beach camping

  We had a wonderful time tent camping. Great campsites and facilities with hot showers. Everything was kept very clean. Relaxing and friendly atmosphere.

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  Frank A.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 18, 2022

  Henderson Beach State Park Campground

  You can hear the waves!!!

  Awesome stay. We actually tent camped here. Great facilities. Listen to the waves at night. Clean beach. Tons of fun.

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  john B.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 8, 2021

  Magnolia Springs RV Hideaway

  Inaccurate info

  You cannot tent camp here anymore. Very unhelpful staff. When I informed them this application info wasn't updated, they didn't care.

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  Tonya B.

  Ranger

  

  Feb. 6, 2023

  Milton-Gulf Pines KOA

  Very nice koa!

  Roomy clean and very pretty area. Lots of amenities! Quiet and things for the kids too. Cabins and tent camping plus pull thrus.

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  Shelby N.

  Traveler

  

  May. 22, 2017

  Navarre Beach Camping Resort

  may 2017

  best, cleanest camp ground. Loved the clean bathrooms and location. tent sites were very nice. over all great.

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  Mikay L.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 22, 2021

  Navarre Beach Camping Resort

  $75 for a tent site!

  I didn’t stay here. It seemed nice, but $75 for a tent site?!! Also next to a busy fast road.

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  Paul G.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 15, 2020

  Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort - Alabama Gulf Coast

  Pretty place!

  Drove through the grounds looking for some nice tent camping spots while stationed down in the area. Sites seemed nice enough but more like a parking lot than anything. Not bad. Fun for the kids!

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  Lora N.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 3, 2022

  Blakeley State Park Campground

  Quick stay

  Super easy check in after hours. Host was very nice. Bathrooms/showers clean. Electric/water at tent site

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  Judith P.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 1, 2021

  Henderson Beach State Park Campground

  Paradise

  We tent camped at Henderson Beach in May 2020. The sites were large gravel with firepit, picnic table and full hookups.

  They do have a senior discount, so don't forget to ask. No need to mention the beautiful beach, the grounds are well maintained as are the showers. Over all this may be my favorite place in Florida. Shopping and restaurants are literally across the highway, so many things to do. A must for everyone!

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  ReBeCcA F.

  Guide

  

  May. 19, 2021

  Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park Campground

  It's a really nice Park and the staff is great

  They have showers and laundry and Place to get books to read!! Perfect for RV and tent camping. Like 27 thru 33 have views of the Bay!! They have electric and water hook ups for rv and tents!! Lots of trees great place and really close to the bay and easy to get to the beach!!

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  Cw

  Scout

  

  Jul. 1, 2021

  Alabama Coast Campground

  Could have more potential

  This place is a ok campground, lot size is decent. Grounds keeper can't keep up with all the grass that's about 3ft high. Tent sites are way overgrown. Location is about 3 minutes away from OWA which makes it worth 3 stars.

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  Kristin S.

  Scout

  

  May. 22, 2018

  Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

  Beach access without amenities

  We have been camping here for six years and have always loved it. Some of the interior sites flood when it rains, so choose wisely as there is a good chance it will rain. This year they separated tent sites from RV sites and removed water and electric from the tent sites. There is still good access to water faucets, so not a huge deal. Our biggest annoyance this year was that they got reLly fussy about hanging hammocks from trees. We had purposefully picked a site with good trees so that was a bit frustrating. Also, the camp store has been closed down so you have to leave the park to get ice. Be sure you bring whatever you need with you. But they have clean bathrooms and the beach access is close. And since the beach there is really only campers it has never been very crowded.

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  Kevin L.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 29, 2024

  Blakeley State Park Campground

  Miles of trails and history

  2000 acres Walking auto cell phone tours of civil war Boat tours Big pull through rv spots and a tent campground. Awesome

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  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 27, 2017

  Blakeley State Park Campground

  Educational Trails

  The park is set up on a historic site where they have several trails set up talking about civil war battles that occurred there. They have two separate areas for camping where one is for RVs and tents and the other is the more basic tent only sites. I visited the tent only area which had many many sites and most had a nice amount of space with a good bit of privacy. I was there in June though and it gets really hot during the day and night and also very buggy. If you were here in the fall or winter it could be a great place to camp though. The bathrooms were nice but nothing special. There is a single bathroom for all of the tent sites so if you are far you could have a pretty long walk. The sites are pretty cool to see so if you are a civil war buff it might be worth checking out. The camping is expensive though at $20 a night for the tent sites and $30 for an RV site. People were friendly though and it was one of the nicest places in the area.

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  Miranda M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 7, 2018

  Southport Campground

  local spot

  RV sites are cramped, but the tent site have lots of room. A bridge runs right over the campground and it can be loud at night with cars driving over it. The kitchen and common room is really nice to hang out in, and there are always events happening at the campground or nearby.

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  Missy W.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 13, 2018

  Gulf State Park Campground

  Great for couples or families

  There's a lot to do in and around the park. There are alligators in the park so keep an eye out during the summer. There's a large pool, hiking trails, fishing, kayaking and food vendors along with a store and laundrymat. Lots of shade for tent camping. Much cheaper than renting a condo to visit the beach. Lots of stores within quick driving distance and a ton of things to do in the area.