Within Pinellas Pioneer Settlement, Terry Tomalin Campground operates under City of St. Petersburg management with tent-only sites and full hookups for RVs. The facility enforces strict policies including no pets, no smoking, and no alcohol consumption. Sites spread across open terrain with adequate spacing between neighbors.
Campers access the grounds via rough roads but find well-maintained facilities including showers, restrooms, and picnic tables. The campground includes walking trails, though visitors should navigate carefully to avoid getting lost. Staff maintain friendly operations and reservations help secure spots during busier periods. For regional camping options, explore campgrounds near Gulfport before committing to the restrictive rules here.
Description
The preserve has recently undergone improvements to enhances visitors' experiences, including the new Terry Tomalin Campground, St. Pete's first public primitive family campground; Hammock Hall, a multipurpose building to provde rental space and programming opportunites; and a trail expansion. The 12-site campground's name honors the late Terry Tomalin, a former Tampa Bay Times outdoors writer who supported the preserve through several service projects. The campground is open to both individuals and groups.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTerry Tomalin Campground is located in Florida near Gulfport
Directions
Coming from the north: Take I-275 south to 22 Ave. S. exit 19 Turn left onto 22 Ave. S - head east to 31st Street S. Turn right at the first light - 31st Street S. Go approximately 5 blocks heading south The entrance - Gate # 1 is on the east (left) side of the road Coming from the south: Take I-275 north to 26 Ave. S. exit 18 Turn right onto 26 Ave. S - head east to 31st Street S. Turn right at the first light - 31st Street S. Go approximately 1 block south The entrance - Gate # 1 is on the east (left) side of the road
Coordinates
27.73969441 N
82.67433455 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/23/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 6/23/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 24 min from Tampa, FL
- 53 min from Lakeland, FL
- 1 hr from North Port, FL
- 1 hr 13 min from Punta Gorda, FL







