Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Nokomis, FL

Nokomis is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Nokomis is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Nokomis, FL. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Nokomis, Florida (93)

    1. Oscar Scherer State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    Osprey, FL
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 483-5956

    $26 / night

    "Located just outside of Sarasota and on the edge of Nokomis. Very “old Florida” with lots of palm hammocks and scrub oaks. Cant say."

    "Great Florida State park. We stayed in site #22. Sites have water and electric and are dirt. Most sites are on the smaller side being shallow and narrow. Our site was great."

    2. Palmetto Ridge Campground — Myakka River State Park

    38 Reviews
    Osprey, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 361-6511

    $26 / night

    "So heads up with your pets please."

    "Pet friendly. The outpost is literally like 3 miles into the park down from the entrance & Palmetto loop. The store was nice & there was a food truck. It was a little spendy but good food."

    3. Camp Venice Retreat

    9 Reviews
    Venice, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 488-0850

    "The staff is awesome, everyone was super friendly, they had clean facilities, the nature trail was awesome to take our dog on walks down."

    "Easy access to Vince and the great Legacy Bike trail. Beaches and parking are free."

    4. Encore Royal Coachman

    4 Reviews
    Nokomis, FL
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Surrounded by pines, palms and a beautiful lake that enters the Gulf of Mexico."

    "It is also a dog friendly campground."

    5. Sun N Fun RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Sarasota, FL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 371-2505

    "Giant pool with bar and food, lots of activities from lawn bowling, disc frisbee, constant happy hours, moderately dog friendly, 30min from siesta key."

    "We didn’t utilize the amenities outside of the pool, but will be back to play! We wish the sites (ours was q03) were more shaded, but worth having a nice easy pull thru spot."

    6. Encore Ramblers Rest

    6 Reviews
    Venice, FL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "First of all the location, if you like to kayak, this is the place for you. Right on the river. Very nice."

    "Many times we had 2” plus of standing water outside of our RV (we were on “Raccoon Road”). Also, the electrical and water connections needed maintenance while we were there. They were very worn out."

    7. Old Prairie Campground — Myakka River State Park

    7 Reviews
    Osprey, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 326-3521

    $26 - $70 / night

    "This is kind of our go to Florida State Park as we live very close and really enjoy the hiking, biking and paddling the river and lake."

    "Located just east of Sarasota you’ll find lots to do without having to leave the park."

    8. Fort De Soto Campground

    140 Reviews
    Tierra Verde, FL
    39 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."

    9. Lake Manatee State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Parrish, FL
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 741-3028

    $22 / night

    "Was bordered by the camp road and the bike/walking path so often noisy with no sense of privacy. Bad mosquitoes, but to be expected."

    "If you’re looking for a place to camp on the west coast of Florida that is quiet and has campsites that give you privacy, Lake Manatee State Park is a great choice."

    10. Flying A Campground — Myakka State Forest

    4 Reviews
    El Jobean, FL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 398-3410

    $9 / night

    "Parking is away from campsites."

    "All sites have a fire ring and picnic table

    There are vault toilets available in the loop and there is a potable water spigot at the nearby ranger station (firewood also available there)."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Nokomis, FL

644 Reviews of 93 Nokomis 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.

  • Rick M.
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Myakka River Motorcoach Resort

    Close to the beach, beautiful resort, wenlove the privacy

    This is a beautiful Class A only resort.  100 sites on the Myakka River with Amazon 

     sunsets.  Sites are typically 70’ x 50’ . Large roads easy access.  

    Extremely active community in season, a peaceful retreat in the off season.  

    Sites are individually owned, some with Casitas, some with outdoor kitchens etc.  Great Wi-Fi, individual cat 5 cable to each site.  Boardwalk along the river, fishing pier, kayak launch.  They have 5 pickleball courts.  Large heated resort pool with attached lap pool. Two large dog parks.  

    Water aerobics in season.  Small gym.  Yoga, on spite massages and facials in season.  Extremely active social calendar,  open to everyone.   Beautifully  remodeled clubhouse, with a large subset deck overlooking the river.   Close to everything, multiple beaches 20 minutes away,  great shopping and restaurants are close by.  Extremely friendly owners, they treat renters like members of their family.  We travel in a Newmar Ventana.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • Beth P.
    Apr. 18, 2019

    Fort De Soto Campground

    Wonderful Park!

    Long sites mostly waterfront. A dog friendly section and a no dog area. A nice little store. The park includes access to miles of beaches, a top 10 in the USA dog park, a dog beach, free fishing piers. Bicycle, hiking and exercise trails. A washer and dryer at every restroom. A playground. This park has it all. Every Friday they release 10% of their sites for the next week. It is a very popular park for good reason. There are low branches to watch for and some curbs that are a parking nuisance.


Guide to Nokomis

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

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Nokomis

Dog owners appreciate spacious and accommodating sites

  • Sun N Fun RV Resort features spacious sites that allow for easy maneuvering with your pet, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • At Camp Venice Retreat, you'll find well-sized sites under a canopy of trees, providing shade and comfort for you and your dog.
  • Encore Ramblers Rest offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of room for pets to roam and play.

Pet owners like the community vibe and amenities

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Nokomis, FL is Oscar Scherer State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 39 reviews.

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