Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hobe Sound, FL

Jonathan Dickinson State Park maintains two distinct pet-friendly camping areas near Hobe Sound. Pine Grove Campground offers 90 spacious sites with clothes lines, fire pits, picnic tables, and level gravel surfaces suitable for tents, RVs, and cabin camping. River Campground features 52 more rustic sites located four miles from the park entrance along the Loxahatchee River, ideal for fishing and kayaking access. Pets are allowed throughout both campgrounds but must remain leashed. The campgrounds provide clean bathhouses with family rooms, though sites at River Campground offer little shade or privacy. Sites accommodate tent, RV, and cabin camping with water and electric hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables. Little to no privacy exists at certain campsites, particularly site 140 at River Campground, which remains convenient to restrooms and trash disposal.

Hiking trails throughout Jonathan Dickinson State Park allow leashed pets, with miles of paved and off-road paths ideal for dog walking. Wildlife encounters include sandhill cranes, lizards, rabbits, and numerous bird species that campers with pets should monitor. The park's location provides convenient access to nearby Juno Beach, where dogs are permitted in designated areas. Phipps Park Campground and Ocean Breeze Resort offer additional pet-friendly alternatives in the region with full hookup sites. Seasonal considerations affect pet comfort, as summer camping without air conditioning can be challenging due to heat and mosquitoes. Visitors often spot wildlife including otters, tortoises, eagles, and various bird species while exploring with pets. Supplies and pet necessities are available at a large Publix supermarket located just a few miles from the park entrance.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hobe Sound, Florida (57)

    1. Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    59 Reviews
    Jupiter, FL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (772) 546-2771

    $26 / night

    "There are bicycle trails, canoeing/kayaking options, Hobe Sound beach nearby. I absolutely live this place."

    "Hobe Sound FL Jonathan Dickinson SP This park has two campgrounds. Pine Grove Campground, has 90 sites, it is located near the ranger station."

    2. St Lucie South

    15 Reviews
    Palm City, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (772) 287-1382

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Located just outside Stuart, FL. the site is located on the St. Lucie lock and dam. The park is small with only 3 primitive tent sites and maybe 10 RV sites.

    The tent sites all are on the St."

    "Located just minutes off of Indiantown Road at I-95, getting in and out of here is no problem. Tucked into a beautiful green spot next to the St."

    3. Phipps Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Palm City, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (772) 475-6565

    $40 - $60 / night

    "The other guests were friendly and we saw a bunch of dogs around. The property manager was highly responsive when we requested the gate code via email."

    "Great biking, easy access to boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding.  close to beaches and shopping so there’s something for everybody to do. "

    5. Food Forest Utopia

    7 Reviews
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL
    13 miles
    +1 (561) 252-8077

    $40 / night

    "Plus, being so close to Riverbend Park and Jupiter's beaches was a huge bonus!"

    6. Ocean Breeze Resort

    5 Reviews
    Jensen Beach, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (772) 334-2494

    "Walking distance to fun restaurants snd bar."

    "Walk to town with shops and restaurants. Pool was wonderful with a snack bar and bar. We used the gym everyday. It was very clean. The bathrooms were very nice and clean."

    7. Juno Ocean Walk RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Juno Beach, FL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (561) 622-7500

    $61 - $120 / night

    "There is a pool, hot tub, laundry, tennis, bocce, playgrounds, and it’s walking distance to the pier, the beach, a large Publix grocery store and drug store, restaurants, and more."

    "Clean, friendly and close to the beach, fishing and shopping!"

    8. Savannas Recreational Park

    14 Reviews
    Fort Pierce, FL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 789-5776

    "Offer wifi for free along wth free books and movies to borrow. excellent tv reception, good tmobile signal. 2 dog parks, lot of hiking, canoe renal available. Close to variety of shopping."

    "Tennis, basketball, canoe rental. 2 dog parks one for over 30lbs and one for under 30 lbs."

    9. Juno Ocean Walk RV Resort

    1 Review
    Juno Beach, FL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (561) 622-7500

    "Though quite urban, this is one of my favorite stops in touring Florida on the Atlantic side. The resort is beautiful, sites are paved and level."

    10. Savannas Recreation Area

    9 Reviews
    Fort Pierce, FL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (772) 464-7855

    $29 / night

    "Very clean, dog friendly and spacious site. Paved walking path. Lots of birds & gaters. The staff is very friendly. Free bike rental & kayaks were $5 per hour."

    "Please be careful walking your dog. Alligators are in the park where people seem to not notice. We educated people when we were there."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Hobe Sound, FL

289 Reviews of 57 Hobe Sound Campgrounds


  • Lonnie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2023

    DuPuis Campground at Gate 3

    Great place with warm showers!

    Nice camping area with a couple private sites, but mostly you'll be up next to someone.

    During the week there were very few campers. Once Friday rolled around it picked up a good bit with campers and their horses. It's Sunday evening, and we're almost back to how it looked last Tuesday, when we arrived.

    You're about 30-35 minutes from Hobe Sound Beach. It's a very nice small beach with only one life guard.

    I will definitely be back again!

  • S. K.
    Aug. 30, 2023

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great for family fun

    This is a wonderful park to go camping in. My family and I typically spend 2 weeks there every summer. The pine scrub forest makes for such an amazing adventure and perfect campsite experience. There are bicycle trails, canoeing/kayaking options, Hobe Sound beach nearby. I absolutely live this place.

  • j
    Jan. 18, 2022

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great to escape winter

    Hobe Sound FL Jonathan Dickinson SP This park has two campgrounds. Pine Grove Campground, has 90 sites, it is located near the ranger station. These large sites have more space between and foliage for privacy. Sites have clothes line, fire pit, picnic table and are all level gravel. Very nice clean bathouses with family room. None of the washers and dryers were working. There's a playground and picnic Pavilion. Some road and train noise. Had good downpour today and had a little lake at back of site but within an hour it disappeared! Great place to stargaze. Saw a  great full Wolf Moon.

    River Campground is more rustic, it has 52 sites, is about four miles from the park entrance, near the Loxahatchee River. Sites close together, no privacy. The River CG is great if you plan to fish or kayak. Close to boat ramp. Sites are dirt. Also more mosquitoes. There's major utility construction going on next to this camp right now. 

    Good things- Miles of paved and off road bike  and hike trails, great bird watching, star gazing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing. Seasonal horse back rides. Fun and informative boat tour to Trapper Nelson's. There's a great learning center. Amazon delivers to Ranger station. Stores and restaurants a couple miles away.

  • Dale G.
    Oct. 1, 2020

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Beautiful Park with so much to do. We recommend the River Campground

    For hiking, biking(street and mountain), paddling, boating, and a great camping experience, Jonathan Dickinson State Park gives you all of that and more. Located off U.S. 1 in Hobe Sound, this park and campground offer a variety of activities. And depending on which of the 2 camping areas you choose, you can also have a Florida camping experience where the only noise you’ll hear is the rustling of the palm fronds in the breeze.

    There are two distinct and very separate campgrounds in the park. The Pine Grove Campground is located along U.S. Route 1 after you go past the ranger station. We looked at the campground from the satellite view on Google Maps. It seemed very open with almost no trees. When we rode through it on our bikes it confirmed what we saw on Google. Immature trees next to flat slabs with no atmosphere. If you want to just experience the rest of the park, or you are just stopping over a night or two on the way to somewhere else, this might be an okay choice. And there are more campsites in this campground that can accommodate Class A motorhomes better than the River Campground.

    But if you want to experience the best Jonathan Dickinson State Park camping, pick the River Campground. The River Campground is about 6 miles in from Hwy U.S. 1 and rests on the edge of the Loxahatchee River. These sites are smaller than at the Pine Grove campground. There isn’t a lot of shade here either, but the overall atmosphere is great. Lots of palms trees, pine trees, and saw palmettos. It’s quintessential Florida. And there is no ambient noise at all because you are so far in from the highway.

    To see our full review visit https://lifestyleover50.com/jonathan-dickinson-state-park-camping-review/

  • Suzanne D.
    Oct. 4, 2021

    Road Runner Travel Resort

    Super chill place

    Great place for a stop over. Needed a place to hangout for a few weeks. This place fit the bill. Dog park, little restaurant, general store, pool, basketball court and lots of shaded spots (my fave when in Florida) would definitely recommend.

  • Anjuli W.
    May. 1, 2017

    Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park

    Great for tents & RVs w fun surprises

    Really had a fantastic time at this campground, I'm typically a tent camper and had great facilities. The cost of camping in Florida isn't cheap though this one actually had the value in it given that you could also rent boats and paddle up river alongside manatees to the wild man encampment. Amazing hiking nearby, the tower to check out, even a little mini museum with reptiles. I enjoyed it so much I would go back.

  • Tiffani R.
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Road Runner Travel Resort

    Management is a nightmare for long term. Save your trouble and go elsewhere

    We sold our house in West Palm Beach and relocated to Vero Beach for work, choosing to stay in our RV at this park while awaiting our new home to be built. Initially, we were excited, but the management at this park turned out to be a nightmare. Despite the reasonable and straightforward rules, we faced constant harassment. We have two dogs that we walk multiple times a day. There are no trash cans or doggy bags on the property except in the dog park, so we took the initiative to buy an outdoor trash can and a bulk supply of dog waste bags to ensure we cleaned up after our pets. Yet, we received weekly notices accusing us of not cleaning up after our dogs. Each time I went to the main office to discuss these notices, I was told to“just ignore it” as it was likely a“pesty neighbor.” Additionally, when family visited us for the day and parked at our RV slot, we received notices about parking violations. After discussing this with the office, we were advised to have our visitors park in the lot by the restaurant, which we did. Despite this, we continued to receive notices for various infractions, such as improper water hookup and not stopping completely in the neighborhood. This felt like borderline harassment. As responsible adults who strive to follow regulations, we were perplexed and frustrated by these continuous and unfounded accusations. Each time we sought clarification from the office, they dismissed our concerns, blaming"nosey neighbors" and suggesting neighborly disputes were at play. Ultimately, we were given a 30-day notice to vacate the property. This experience is particularly disappointing because we had suggested this park for our upcoming family reunion, which would have brought 47 rentals for a week. Now, I can't wait to leave this place. For anyone considering a short-term stay, this park may suffice. However, I strongly advise against bringing pets unless you want to be harassed and falsely accused. For those seeking a long-term rental, avoid this park at all costs, as you will face weekly harassment. Furthermore, we had several packages confirmed as delivered to the“receptionist/front desk,” which mysteriously went missing, apparently mishandled by the staff. Our initial excitement to be part of the Road Runner community has completely dissipated. I am eager to leave and will never return. I do not recommend this park and will be warning others. 0/10.---

  • Mike  Y.
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Savannas Recreational Park

    Excellent park very clean

    2nd time here, secure area, friendly staff.. My only negative is the condition of the picnic tables. Offer wifi for free along wth free books and movies to borrow. excellent tv reception, good tmobile signal. 2 dog parks, lot of hiking, canoe renal available. Close to variety of shopping. Ocean is 20-30 mins away. Clean facilities. Friendly staff. Winter months hard to get a spot.

  • Kate A.
    Mar. 8, 2020

    Fort Pierce-Port St. Lucie KOA

    Not good

    Tent area provided zero privacy. It was basically a lineup of like 6 sites without any tree/bush coverage. The rest of the park was packed with RVs. Not my scene at all. We left after about an hour of being there. They do have a small dog park, however


Guide to Hobe Sound

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is the focal point for camping near Hobe Sound, Florida, situated in a transitional zone between tropical and temperate ecosystems. The park spans 11,500 acres of natural habitat, from sand pine scrub to cypress swamps, with elevations ranging from sea level to 86 feet at Hobe Mountain. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter nights can occasionally dip into the 40s.

What to do

Paddling excursions: The Loxahatchee River within Jonathan Dickinson State Park offers excellent kayaking opportunities. One visitor at River Campground notes, "The park is beautiful, must climb Hobe Mountain, the views are stunning. From there you can see both the intracoastal waterway and the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and sand dunes every other direction."

Wildlife viewing: The wetland areas attract diverse wildlife year-round. At Savannas Recreation Area, campers report, "We loved this place. Celebrated my sister's 65 birthday here. Spent 10 nights. Enjoyed the wildlife." Another notes, "Lots of birds & gaters. The staff is very friendly. Free bike rental & kayaks were $5 per hour."

Biking trails: The region offers extensive biking options on both paved and off-road surfaces. A camper at Pine Grove Campground mentioned, "This is an awesome campground for family's. Tons to do. We love the mountain biking trails. Perfect for all levels and ages."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campers highlight the cleanliness of the park facilities. At St. Lucie Lock South, a visitor commented, "The Staff are friendly and treat this place as home. Great Volunteer's." Another noted, "The hosts keep the grounds and bathhouse spotless and noise after hours was never an issue for us."

River access: Direct access to waterways ranks high among camper preferences. One reviewer said of St. Lucie Lock South, "Located just outside Stuart, FL. the site is located on the St. Lucie lock and dam. The tent sites are on the canal and watching the boats come in to use the lock is nice."

Privacy between sites: Site layout and vegetation create natural separation at some campgrounds. A camper at Pine Grove Campground observed, "I looked up this campground on Google Earth to see what it was like here. It looked like a flat area with close sites near a busy highway. Was pleasantly surprised that the scrub around the sites is tall making sites more private that the view from Google."

What you should know

Heat challenges: Summer temperatures require planning for cooling. One camper at Pine Grove Campground shared, "The campground is amazing, but due to not having many trees we don't have shade in the campsites. Just one another have trees, unfortunately. Coming in the summer was a bit tough staying here without an RV with air conditioning."

Wildlife precautions: Wildlife encounters require vigilance, especially near water. At Phipps Park Campground, a reviewer cautioned, "Convenient to visit family. I would not come to this park otherwise. We love State, Federal and COE parks where you feel more in touch with nature and not so close together. WARNING!!! Please be careful walking your dog. Alligators are in the park where people seem to not notice."

Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. A visitor to Pine Grove Campground advised, "Make your reservations early as it books up a year ahead of time."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Hobe Sound offer dedicated play areas. A visitor to Pine Grove Campground mentioned, "This park has paved loops with gravel pads, fire pits, BBQ, tables, playground and much to offer in terms of hiking, biking and boating/kayaking."

Educational opportunities: The region offers learning experiences for children. At Savannas Recreation Area, "The park is beautiful. There's a hookup for water, waste and electricity. The Wi-Fi isn't great, but that's ok. It's not really necessary because you're too busy enjoying the nature around you!"

Tent location considerations: When camping with children, site selection matters. One camper at Ocean Breeze Resort cautioned, "The campsite is right by the train tracks to Miami, and it feels like the train is barreling through your van. This goes on all night, thanks to a few railroad crossings with plenty of honking!"

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Most pet-friendly campgrounds provide standard connections. At Ocean Breeze Resort, "RV spots are close together but well appointed. The facilities are amazing. Beautiful large pool with a bar and very clean modern bathrooms and showers. Gym area and laundry as well."

Pad types and leveling: Surface types vary across campgrounds. A visitor to St. Lucie Lock South noted, "Only nine RV sites, but all of them are level and paved, with a sheltered picnic table, fire ring, and elevated grill in a gravel space adjoining your concrete pad."

Cell service quality: Connectivity varies by location and carrier. A camper at St. Lucie Lock South reported, "2 to 3 bars of Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T (we use all three) ensure a pretty decent cell connection for keeping in touch. Reliable 50/30/20 and good water at the post."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Hobe Sound, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hobe Sound, FL is Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 59 reviews.

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