Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Largo, FL

Fort De Soto Campground's pet-friendly section allows dogs with direct access to a top-rated dog beach and off-leash dog park. The park maintains separate camping loops, with one specifically designated for campers with pets. Sites feature water and electric hookups, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Many waterfront sites provide views of Tampa Bay and convenient access for launching kayaks. The dog park includes washing stations where pets can rinse off sand after beach visits, though soap is not permitted. Clearwater-Lake Tarpon KOA accepts pets and offers tent sites, RV spots, and cabins with full amenities including a heated outdoor pool. The campground's roads are narrow, with quieter sites located toward the back away from traffic noise.

Bay Bayou RV Resort features multiple dog parks with waste bag stations throughout the property. The resort provides immaculate grounds with modern bath facilities and three laundry rooms. Campers can access a kayak launch and fishing docks directly on the bayou. Most campgrounds in the area enforce leash requirements outside designated off-leash areas, with raccoons being common wildlife to watch for when camping with pets. Fort De Soto's dog beach allows pets to swim freely, while the adjacent fenced dog parks provide shade and seating for owners. Trails throughout these parks accommodate leashed pets, with the paved trail at Fort De Soto extending the entire length of the park. Campers should secure all food items as raccoons are particularly clever at accessing improperly stored provisions.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Largo, Florida (131)

    1. Fort De Soto Campground

    140 Reviews
    Tierra Verde, FL
    19 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."

    2. St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA Holiday

    26 Reviews
    Bay Pines, FL
    6 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."

    3. Caladesi RV Park

    16 Reviews
    Palm Harbor, FL
    11 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."

    4. Encore Vacation Village

    5 Reviews
    Largo, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The park is small, parking is crammed, and there’s a lot of older trailers but overall it’s a great location. This is our go to location when we have appointments at Bay Pines VA!"

    5. Caladesi Island State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Dunedin, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 469-5918

    $24 / night

    "Next to honeymoon island state park and just south of anclote

    Boat camping ONLY — tents/Rvs are not permitted.

    First come/first serve boat slips, pet friendly (yay for dogs)"

    "One of the last undeveloped barrier islands in Florida. It's around 650 acres with tons of boardwalks and hiking."

    6. Bay Bayou RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Oldsmar, FL
    12 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. Clearwater RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Clearwater, FL
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 831-1204

    "Off a very busy road hidden behind a hotel and a restaurant. Very clean and tidy park with RV sites and park models. Huge laundry room and very nice bath houses. Customer service is good."

    "Best location for moving around the area.  Use Drew not Gulf to Bay to move across the city.

    Great customer service Suzy and the crew are very helpful. "

    8. Avalon RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    Largo, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 531-6124

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

    "The sites are a little tight but that's normal for most of Florida, specially in a heavy populated are like Clearwater. It's unbelievably quiet although it's right off of US 19. Staff is so great."

    9. Clearwater-Lake Tarpon KOA

    6 Reviews
    Tarpon Springs, FL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 937-8412

    $25 / night

    "The dog park was adequate and my dog enjoyed it. I probably wouldn't stay here again just cause of the price and road noise. We camped at Clearwater/ Lake Tarpon KOA Holiday in a Fifth Wheel."

    10. E.G. Simmons Regional Park

    19 Reviews
    Ruskin, FL
    22 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."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Largo, FL

753 Reviews of 131 Largo 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.

  • Kytka The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Campers Cove RV Park

    More of a permanent living trailer park than an active vacation campground

    Unfortunately, the description is incorrect. This is no where near KEY Largo or the Everglades park. This is in the city of LARGO in Pinellas County. It's in Tampa Bay near the Gulf of Mexico. 

    Largo is a big and busy city and this park on Seminole Blvd. is nowhere near nature. Many people who park there actually live there in permanent trailers. It is an adults only park with a pet weight limit of 20 pounds.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Alyssa D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2020

    Encore Terra Ceia

    In Palmetto, easy access to Tampa, Sarasota, Gulf Beaches

    In Palmetto, easy access to Tampa, Sarasota, Gulf Beaches, and many other areas of Florida in a few hours driving distance.

    Pet-friendly.


Guide to Largo

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

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Largo

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great features

  • Clearwater-Lake Tarpon KOA is well-reviewed for its clean showers and pet-friendly policies, making it a convenient stop for travelers with pets.
  • MacDill AFB FamCamp offers spacious sites and easy access to nearby parks, perfect for walking your dog.
  • Encore Holiday Travel Park features a welcoming community and various amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay for both you and your furry companion.

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