Best Tent Camping near Palmetto, FL

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Best Tent Sites Near Palmetto, Florida (15)

    1. Terry Tomalin Campground

    3 Reviews
    Gulfport, FL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 893-7441

    $30 / night

    "The campsites are nicely spaced out so you aren’t to close to other campers. The trails are amazing but be careful or you might get lost."

    "It’s in an awesome location, too - we had other plans but made last-minute plans to stay here for a night and they were pretty empty on a Friday night."

    2. Hillsborough River State Park Campground

    64 Reviews
    Thonotosassa, FL
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 987-6771

    $24 / night

    "I typically avoid tent camping here in the summer months– early summer the trails are heavy with mosquitoes and summer rains bring a large amount of flooding."

    "Lots of RV campers, sites that are quite close to each other, and rock-hard ground from being packed down by heavy vehicles day after day."

    3. Lithia Springs Conservation Park

    12 Reviews
    Durant, FL
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 744-5572

    $24 / night

    "Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."

    "Stayed over mother's day weekend at Lithia Springs."

    4. Rye Wilderness Park Campground

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    Parrish, FL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (941) 776-0900

    $20 - $25 / night

    5. Primitive Sites — Myakka River State Park

    3 Reviews
    Myakka City, FL
    28 miles
    Website

    "I stayed in the primitive grounds so it was about a 5 mile hike in with a pack. We set up camp and could not wait for the sun to go down for stargazing."

    "Myakka River Stste Park is 10 miles outside of Sarasota Florida, but feels very far removed from the city."

    6. Crowley Museum and Nature Center Group Camp

    1 Review
    Myakka City, FL
    25 miles
    Website

    $5 - $45 / night

    "Primitive Camping for groups only unless booking private concierge camping service.

    There are bathrooms but no showers, there is an outdoors kitchen and a screened pavilion."

    7. Island Retreat Florida

    1 Review
    Gibsonton, FL
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 523-6834

    $50 - $75 / night

    8. Alderman's Ford Conservation Park Primitive Campground

    4 Reviews
    Lithia, FL
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 757-3801

    "This location is utterly beautiful! So many different environments can be seen just walking the trials."

    "The camp sites are hike in only. I LOVE this. Bring a manageable pack with everything you need. There is no water, power, or restrooms at the sites."

    9. Lake Park

    5 Reviews
    Lutz, FL
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 264-3806

    "I live in an adjacent neighborhood (2 years) and walk this park daily with my doggos. I’ve biked all the trails and been here from sunrise to sunset."

    "This is a great park with trails, restrooms, boating, a fun playground, nice picnic areas, volleyball, BMX, and more."

    10. Lake Rogers Park

    2 Reviews
    Odessa, FL
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (813) 264-3917

    "This centrally located primitive camping spot is centrally located near the Odessa area near Tampa."

    "Lake Rodgers trail and campsites are beautiful and well kept up. The 3 trails( upper, mid, and lower) make it nice to walk thru different terrains."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Palmetto, FL

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Guide to Palmetto

Tent camping near Palmetto, Florida offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of amenities and activities. With several well-reviewed campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure.

Some prices for tent camping range from $12 to $25

  • The Lithia Springs Conservation Park offers tent camping at a reasonable rate, with access to clean facilities and a beautiful spring-fed swimming area.
  • At Rye Wilderness Park Campground, you can enjoy a primitive camping experience with amenities like drinking water and picnic tables for just $12 per night.
  • For a unique experience, Island Retreat Florida allows tent camping on an island, where you can enjoy water activities and relaxation for around $25.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Palmetto, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Palmetto, FL is Terry Tomalin Campground with a 4-star rating from 3 reviews.

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