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Mobbly Bayou Preserve

Shell Key Preserve - Camping Information & Permit

Obtaining a Permit:

Camping permits are available at no cost to campers. A camping permit may be obtained in a number of ways. Regardless of the approach, permittees must have a valid, signed permit and photo identification in their possession while camping. To be considered valid, a permit must:

Include complete and accurate camper information that has been received by the Fort De Soto Campground Office.
Conform to restrictions regarding the maximum party size and maximum number of consecutive days.
Be signed by the permittee.

Shell Key Preserve Rules
Online Form (available 24/ 7 days a week)	FAX - (available 24/ 7 days a week) Mail - (must be received at least 5 days in advance of desired camping date)
Click on Camping Permit form Type in the information required for each text field and print the completed form. Press the SUBMIT button near the bottom of the form. Read the rules and sign to acknowledge acceptance. Take the signed camping permit, along with photo identification, with you while camping.	Print the Camping Permit form Hand print or type the information required. Read the rules and sign to acknowledge acceptance. Fax the signed, completed form to the Fort De Soto Park FAX: (727) 552-1863. or Mail the copy to the Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway, Tierra Verde, FL (Make a copy of signed, completed form before mailing.) Take the signed camping permit, along with photo identification, with you while camping.
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