Best Dog-Friendly Camping in Florida
Fort De Soto Campground in Saint Petersburg accommodates campers with pets in tent, RV, and glamping sites. The pet-friendly park allows dogs at designated campsites and provides access to both boat-in and drive-in camping options. Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground permits pets at tent and RV sites and offers cabin accommodations where dogs are welcome. Anastasia State Park Campground and Fort Pickens Campground maintain pet-friendly policies for both tent and RV camping areas. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park extends pet accommodations to cabin campers as well. Most Florida state park campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times, typically with a 6-foot maximum leash length. Pets must never be left unattended at campsites, and campers should carry proof of current vaccinations when camping with animals.
Florida's pet-friendly campgrounds vary in their specific amenities for four-legged visitors. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Campground offers designated pet walking areas away from wildlife-sensitive zones. The Santa Rosa RV Resort includes both a dog park and a dog beach where pets can exercise off-leash. Sites at pet-friendly campgrounds typically include picnic tables and fire rings, though some locations restrict pets from beach areas and swimming zones. Most locations limit pets to a maximum of two animals per site. The campgrounds provide trash receptacles for proper disposal of pet waste. Campground staff at Perdido Key RV Resort are noted for being particularly accommodating to pet owners, though guests should be prepared for limited pet beach access in some areas. Temperatures in Florida can reach dangerous levels for pets during summer months, requiring extra precautions including plenty of shade and water access.
