Pinellas County, FL - Shell Key Camping Permit Form

Shell Key Preserve Camping Permit

• Enter information and carefully read the camping rules.
• Submit your camping permit information via email by clicking the "SUBMIT" button at the bottom of the page.
• Take completed camping permit with you in hardcopy or electronic format, along with valid photo identification, while camping.

Please note: Shell Key Camping Permit does not include Fort De Soto boat ramp fee. Boat ramp fee is a separate permit.

Permittee Information (required):

Camping Rules:

Alcohol and pets are prohibited at all times in the Preserve.
Camping is permitted in the designated Camping Area only.
Campers must have a portable toilet and remove all waste upon departure.
Duration of stay cannot exceed 14 days.
Permittee is responsible for everyone in their party.
Permittee must possess photo identification and a valid, signed camping permit while camping.
Fires are permitted in the designated Camping Area only from October 1st through April 30. No campfires are allowed anywhere on the island from May 1 to September 30th. (Due to turtle nesting, $118 fine imposed)
Do not put glass or debris in fires.
Do not remove or disturb any vegetation.
Groups of 50 or more require a large-group permit.
Campers must obey all Preserve rules.

To report rule violations contact
Pinellas County Sheriff at 727-582-6200.
All other questions contact Pinellas County at 727-552-1862.

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