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Clearwater-Lake Tarpon KOA offers pet-friendly accommodations for tent campers, RV travelers, and those seeking cabin stays. The campground maintains a clean environment with daily trash collection by 10 am and features crushed seashell sites that can be challenging during rain. Nearby Caladesi RV Park accommodates pets with spacious sites that aren't cramped together, providing a quieter experience for campers and their animals. Both parks offer full hookup sites and maintain clean facilities, with Clearwater-Lake Tarpon KOA receiving particular praise for having exceptionally clean shower facilities. Pets must be kept on leashes and owners are expected to clean up after their animals. The park staff at both locations are described as friendly and helpful by multiple guests.
The Pinellas Trail runs directly behind Caladesi RV Park, offering excellent opportunities for dog walking with scenic views. Honeymoon Island State Park, located just 5-10 minutes from the campgrounds, provides pet-friendly beach areas where dogs can enjoy the water. Fort De Soto Campground, though slightly farther in Saint Petersburg, features designated pet beach areas and dog parks. Campgrounds in this region typically maintain a quiet atmosphere in the evenings, important for preventing excessive barking that might disturb neighbors. Local ice cream shops and restaurants with outdoor seating that welcome dogs can be found near most of these campgrounds, allowing campers to enjoy meals without leaving their pets behind. The proximity to both urban amenities and natural areas makes Palm Harbor an ideal base for camping with pets.
"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."
from $45 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $38 - $48 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $45 - $120 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $24 / night
Check Availability"It’s Florida so it’s a tight fit in every spot. The staff we’ve met so far have been very friendly and helpful. It’s close to a lot of fun places to go and great beaches to see."
"They have beach chairs near the water and a fire pit that they lit every evening near sunset. In addition to the Bark Park area, there is a nice wooded area where you can walk your dog as well. "
"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."
"Florida has a homeless population - that's sad, but if you want them to hide because they ruin your illusion that everyone lives your privileged life - you're the problem."
"We didn’t really explore the amenities as we were only in for a night but they looked nice from a distance. Bathrooms are ok."
from $75 - $129 / night
Check Availability"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. "
ScoutBeautiful 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.
LegendOne 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.
GuideThis 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.
GuideLithia Springs Conservation Park is a hidden gem for camping in Florida. The campground is clean, well-maintained, and tucked away in a peaceful natural setting. Sites are spacious with plenty of shade, and the amenities like restrooms and picnic areas are kept in great shape. The best part is being just a short walk from the beautiful natural spring, perfect for swimming and cooling off. It’s a great spot for families or anyone looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors. I’ll definitely be coming back!
GuideSites were small, Service was friendly, Okay amenities- small pool, dog ‘park’ was a tiny walking area. Expensive considering location and amenities.
LegendThe 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:
· Equestrian trails:
GuideNice 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!
GuideThis 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!
LegendIn Palmetto, easy access to Tampa, Sarasota, Gulf Beaches, and many other areas of Florida in a few hours driving distance.
Pet-friendly.
Palm Harbor, Florida maintains a 6.1-inch annual rainfall average, significantly concentrated during summer months between June and September. The area's barrier islands create distinct microclimates for campers, with bayfront campgrounds typically experiencing 5-10° warmer overnight temperatures than beachside locations. Sites along the Pinellas Trail often feature a mixed canopy of pine and palmetto that affects sun exposure throughout the day.
Kayaking at Hickory Point: Direct river access available from the campground's launch area on the Anclote River. Hickory Point RV Park offers waterfront sites with sunset views over the river. "We had a waterfront site, great campground. Spendy but worth it. Has boat launch, waterfront community area, volleyball, small beach, dock, etc. Short drive from downtown Tarpon Springs and several beaches," notes Elgin S.
Cycling on the Pinellas Trail: Access points located within 0.5 miles of several campgrounds. "The Pinellas bike trail is also located right behind the park and easy to get on," according to Diana M. The paved trail extends 45 miles from Tarpon Springs to St. Petersburg.
Local wildlife viewing: Early morning hours (6-8am) offer optimal manatee sightings at bayfront camping areas. "We were greeted by dolphins, sting rays and manatees," reports one camper at Fort De Soto, noting the abundance of marine life visible from shoreline campsites.
Well-spaced sites: Campers consistently mention site spacing as important for comfort. Caladesi RV Park receives high marks for this feature. "The sites are spaced out far from each other which was great! I have travelled to a lot of parks That have sites right on top of one another. I was pleasantly surprised to have additional space from my neighboring travelers," says Diana M.
Clean facilities: Regular maintenance schedules keep amenities in good condition. "Bathhouses are air-conditioned and clean so is the laundry room also has a coin machine," notes Lloyd G. about Caladesi RV Park's facilities.
Water access: Direct shoreline access for both recreation and relaxation ranks high with visitors. Fort De Soto Campground receives particular praise: "Great park with days worth of activities! The historic fort, scenic beaches, trails for hiking or biking, etc made for a great visit! Tons of wildlife - we saw raccoons, dolphin, manatee, tons of birds!" shares Brennan H.
Weather considerations: Summer thunderstorms often form between 2-5pm, causing temporary flooding at some campgrounds. "Rain comes and sites are so easily flooded that we kept sandals on the entire time," notes David E. about crushed shell sites.
Reservation timing: Most waterfront sites book 4-6 months in advance, especially during winter months. "They do start booking 6 months out and open up 10% of the sites for the weekend each friday at 7am if you want to try and get lucky," advises Joe R.
Road noise: Proximity to highways affects some campgrounds. St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA Holiday has mixed reviews about noise levels. "This campground is in a good location near all the the things in the St. Petersburg area however it's super crowded with most people staying long term... Sites are smashed together and no privacy," reports Angela M.
Beach day planning: Schedule beach visits before 10am to avoid afternoon crowds and heat. Fort De Soto offers family-friendly shorelines with gradual drop-offs. "Beautiful, sites nice amenities all very nice kinda crowded when I went but still nice," mentions Latisha S.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation areas. "Fun pool and small putt putt course," notes Nicole about the St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA, which maintains activities specifically designed for children.
Nighttime activities: Several campgrounds offer evening programming during peak seasons. Bay Bayou RV Resort provides family-oriented evening options. "This park is super clean, the landscaping is well maintained. 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," shares Mike W.
Site surfaces: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Palm Harbor use crushed shell for site surfaces rather than concrete pads. "Decent size spot with stone drive and cement patio," notes Kevin about accommodations at Caladesi RV Park.
Utility placement: Check hookup locations before arrival as some sites require longer hoses or cables. "The utilities were set up poorly and we struffled a bit with septic hookup," advises Nicole about St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach KOA.
Size restrictions: Length limitations vary significantly between area campgrounds. Dunedin RV Resort offers sites that accommodate larger rigs. "The community here was very nice. We didn't really explore the amenities as we were only in for a night but they looked nice from a distance," says Sarah A.
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