Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Ponce de Leon, FL

Twin Lakes Camp Resort's fenced dog park with toys and obstacles provides a dedicated space for pets to exercise off-leash near Ponce de Leon. The campground features level concrete pads with full hookups for RVs, while also accommodating tent camping, cabins, and glamping options. Pets are welcome throughout the resort with standard leash requirements in common areas. Vortex Spring, located directly in Ponce de Leon, also welcomes pets with spacious sites and access to the natural spring waters. The campground is pet-friendly with designated areas for dog walking. ['The Dyrt includes reviews of campgrounds near Ponce de Leon, Florida.'] Hitchinpost RV Park and Campground receives consistent praise from pet owners for its cute dog parks that include water stations for dogs and swings for owners while pets take care of business.

Several nearby state parks offer pet-friendly camping options with specific guidelines. Grayton Beach State Park Campground and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park both allow pets at campsites but prohibit them on beaches—rangers can provide information about designated dog beaches within driving distance. Falling Waters State Park maintains pet-friendly policies with electric hookups and water access. Campground hosts at these locations enforce leash requirements, typically six feet or less, and expect owners to clean up after their pets. The dog park at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park provides a safe, enclosed area where dogs can socialize off-leash while owners enjoy the shade. Temperatures in summer months can reach uncomfortable levels for pets, making spring and fall ideal seasons for camping with dogs in the Ponce de Leon area.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ponce de Leon, Florida (90)

    1. Twin Lakes Camp Resort

    17 Reviews
    DeFuniak Springs, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 892-5914

    $75 - $85 / night

    "This camp resort is set on a lake with paved pads, full hookups, an activities center, swimming pool, laundry, excellent bathroom amenities. Lake allows fishing and is pet friendly."

    "Nice place on the lake, well maintained. We wanted to do laundry and try new kind of a campground. Overall positive, but expensive. Sites are really near each other, no privacy."

    2. Vortex Spring

    5 Reviews
    Ponce de Leon, FL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 836-4979

    $23 - $32 / night

    "Swimming, diving, water slides, swings, bike trails hiking trails, and Jeep trails."

    "Primarily setup around Scuba Diving. Dive shop on site. Cabins, group cabins, tents and RV sites. Although a great place, not recommended for children. A lot of cussing in the dive shop by staff."

    3. Sand Pond Campground — Pine Log State Forest

    19 Reviews
    Ebro, FL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 535-2888

    "We just stayed here for the weekend with our two kids and dog and it was so nice. We had a site right in front of the pond and it was not a long walk to the bathroom/shower area."

    "Far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the beach areas but close enough to enjoy them just the same."

    4. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Campground

    68 Reviews
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 267-8330

    $24 - $130 / night

    "Little pool, dog park, beach close by, tons of biking, deer, turkeys, birds galore. Highly recommend the Donut Hole for breakfast, brunch or lunch! So good! Service was awesome!"

    "Site 81- level; gravel parking pad; 8x30 ft concrete patio; moveable picnic table; partial shade 

    Very nice beach 

    Hourly tram to the beach 

    Good bike paths 

    Very nice Campbell Lake"

    5. Falling Waters State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Chipley, FL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 638-6130

    $18 / night

    "The lookout point is a perfect location to stand and watch the waterfall and take pictures of course! The park offers some great hikes as well."

    "Great open field behind volleyball court with fencing all around to burn the dogs’ energy before taking off."

    6. Sapphire Island RV Park & Campground

    3 Reviews
    DeFuniak Springs, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 520-4757

    $30 - $40 / night

    "There is a fenced dog run, some playground equipment for kids, horseshoe setup, a covered pavilion with picnic tables and the camp host is a fully qualified RV technician (he fixed a broken water connection"

    7. Grayton Beach State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Santa Rosa Beach, FL
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 267-8300

    $30 - $110 / night

    "Easy walk to Western Lake - some sites even back up to the lake. Longer walk to the beach/gulf, but we found the walk to be beautiful and saw quite a few birds along the way."

    "Yet another great Florida State campground!  Florida does it right when it comes to campgrounds, and Grayton is no exception.  The beach is beautiful, fairly secluded and easily accessible. "

    8. Lakeview Campsites

    1 Review
    Vernon, FL
    11 miles
    +1 (850) 768-6806

    $60 - $120 / night

    "Lakeview Campsites have access to a huge lake and several other places to visit nearby.  Check them out and share some pictures of your stay!"

    9. Bass Haven Campground

    1 Review
    DeFuniak Springs, FL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 892-4043

    "Beautiful scenery, nice & helpful  people, great location. Would go back again."

    10. Boon Docking with Bonnie

    1 Review
    DeFuniak Springs, FL
    12 miles
    +1 (402) 210-3391

    $50 - $65 / night

    "BoonDocking with Bonnie is not only close to the beach, but they have 50amp hookup so you dont have to sacrifice much to enjoy the area.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Ponce de Leon, FL

617 Reviews of 90 Ponce de Leon Campgrounds


  • QKellySue C.
    Apr. 25, 2024

    Hitchinpost RV Park and Campground

    Great spot

    Host was very friendly, and very patriotic. Cute dog parks, with water for the dogs, and a swing for you to hang out on while you wait for the dogs business to be done.  There is a petting zoo with baby goats and piglets here too.

  • Hitchinpost Corral and Campground R.
    Mar. 17, 2020

    Hitchinpost RV Park and Campground

    We survived Hurricane Michael

    Open 4 years Very Big Big Rig Friendly with state of the art full hookup 20 30 50 amp level sites 7 back in's 17 pull throughs  up to 110  feet 2 large shaded dog parks corral for Horses Family Friendly  Pet Friendly Owner Friendly Discounts are Military First Responders Sr (55 and older)  Passport  America FMCA Escapees $28.per day  tax included no restrictions on discounts with Free Firewood Free Wi-fi Free Fishing Free Paddle Boats 45 minutes to local Beaches  very clean  safe and owner lives in site #1

  • True B.
    Jan. 18, 2024

    Raccoon River Campground

    An adventurous paradise away from the ocean paradise

    I have read a lot of the reviews. I think some of these people had other issues that caused them to give a bad review. Yes, this is known as a cat haven but with people who have dogs should stay in the dog parks, If they don't accept a place that cannot turn a blind eye to cats. This is an RV park and a campground and I'm not sure why people would expect more luxury than the outdoors experience. This is a beautiful getaway away from the ocean but right next door, and people would love this place if they knew the history behind it and maybe honor it a little bit more. The impact from people that don't like this place gives it a bad reputation. Why listen to someone who don't want you to know about the experience? Just want you to know what they think about it. This is a great place and there are a lot of hardworking, honest people. This is not just a campground, people are residents here and have been here a long time, some would even call it home. There's nothing wrong with anything about this place. It is a wonderful place to be.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Campground

    One of our favorites in our home state!

    We have stayed here several times. We love it! Little pool, dog park, beach close by, tons of biking, deer, turkeys, birds galore. Highly recommend the Donut Hole for breakfast, brunch or lunch! So good! Service was awesome!

  • C
    Mar. 4, 2022

    Geronimo RV Beach Resort

    Close to Beach

    Very clean, friendly park. Cement pad sites with all hookups. Easy walk to beach and restaurants. Dog park on site.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 28, 2024

    A Cozy Corner RV Lodge

    Quaint RV Park!

    Easy check in online. FHU-some shade, level concrete pad, picnic table. Easily backed in our 40 ft Montana. Very clean bathrooms, didn’t use just looked. Washer and dryer, and nice dog park. Close to lots of stores and restaurants, 20-30 min from beaches depending on traffic. Some traffic noise, since it’s next to a main road.

  • Brodie D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 26, 2024

    River's Edge RV Campground

    Swampy!

    We arrived and everything was dry. The next morning, our site had literally turned into a pond. By the time I finished packing up to leave, I literally looked like I jumped in the river with all of my clothes on. Haha I guess that’s camping in Florida for ya. The park was nice overall. The bathrooms were okay. Full hookups and lots of trees so our service was a little spotty.

  • Gary W.
    Nov. 24, 2022

    NSA Panama City FamCamp Southside

    Convenient and clean

    This is a simple, no frills RV park with full hookups. There are no views of the bay or other scenic views but it is quiet and clean with level concrete pads. It also has one small bath house. The downside is that there are “grass burrs” everywhere in the sparse grassy areas if you want to walk a dog but there is a dog park.

  • Mimi B.
    Dec. 2, 2021

    Hitchinpost RV Park and Campground

    Convenient

    Right off I-10. Stayed 1 night. Owner is so nice. Park is well kept. Nice dog park. Little road noise but not horrible.


Guide to Ponce de Leon

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

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Ponce de Leon

  • At Vortex Spring, you can dive and swim while your dog enjoys the outdoor space, making it a fun-filled day for both of you.
  • Live Oak Landing provides access to fishing and boating, perfect for a day of adventure with your pet by your side.
  • Cotton Landing allows for canoeing to nearby Cypress Springs, offering a unique experience for you and your dog to explore the waterways together.

Pet owners like the welcoming atmosphere and community

  • CampOut Alabama is known for its friendly staff and community vibe, making it a great place for pet owners to connect with fellow campers.
  • Bass Haven Campground offers a tranquil setting with beautiful scenery, ensuring a peaceful retreat for you and your pet.
  • Black Creek RV Park is a quiet spot with full hookups, perfect for those looking to unwind while enjoying the company of their furry friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Ponce de Leon, FL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Ponce de Leon, FL is Twin Lakes Camp Resort with a 4.8-star rating from 17 reviews.

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