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The Parks and Conservation Resources administrative office is located at 12520 Ulmerton Road in Largo. Fort De Soto campsite reservations and all park shelter reservations can be made online or at this office.
Fort De Soto Campground Information:
3500 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL 33715
Information Line: (727) 582-2100
A 236-site family camping area with facilities including picnic tables, grills, water, electricity, washers, dryers, sanitary disposal stations, modern restrooms, showers, play areas, and a
campground store. Special camp sites for camping with pets.
- Fort De Soto Park Camp Office hours:
Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday thru Thursday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Phone hours: Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. - For other assistance: Contact the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency number (727) 582-6200. For emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Reservations
- Campsite Reservations
- Reservation Instructions
:
- How to Create a Profile
- How to Reset a Password
- How to Edit a Profile
- How to Make a Campground Reservation
- Customer Information Call Center hours:
Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(727) 582-2100, select Option #2.
If you need any assistance outside of our call center hours, email us at parks@pinellascounty.org. Please allow 24-48 hrs. for reply.
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Registered campers must check in at the Campground Office to confirm or update their attending vehicle license plate data.
- All reservations may be made up to six months in advance.
- Pinellas County residents may make reservations up to seven months in advance. Verification of residency (a current Florida Driver’s license or valid Florida ID along with a current utility bill) will be required at the time of check-in. Failure to provide verification of residency will result in cancellation. The campsite must be occupied by the Pinellas County resident making the reservation. For additional information, call (727) 582-2100, select Option #2.
- A campsite may be reserved for a maximum of 14 nights.
- Reservations are limited to a maximum of ONE per individual per day.
- Payment by MasterCard, VISA, cash, money order or personal check for the full amount is required before a reservation can be recorded.
- A reservation does not automatically imply an option to extend your stay.
- From January through April, occupancy is limited to 14 nights in any 30-day period. From May through December, occupancy may be extended for an additional 14 nights depending upon availability of campsites.
- Designated pet area camping spots are 86-164.
- Reservation Instructions
Cancellation Policy
- To cancel a reservation and receive a refund, visit the Campground Reservation System, submit a Contact Us form, or call (727) 582-2100.
- All modifications and/or cancellations will be assessed either a $5 administrative fee or cancellation penalty equal to the cost of site reserved.
- Modifications include site changes and rescheduling of reservations.
- Cancellations subject to the $5 administrative fee must be received 2 days prior to the scheduled reservation date by 11:59 pm, this includes cancellation request to shorten a campground stay (early departure) after arrival.
- Campground cancellations initiated within 2 days of the reservations date either online, email, in person or by phone representative will loose 1 (one) night stay equivalent to the cost of the reserved campground site and will not be assessed the $5 administrative fee.
- Campground cancellation requests initiated by the account user will be issued "User Credit", which will be reviewed by Parks department prior to refunding original form of payment within 3-5 business days.
- "User Credit" can be applied to future reservations if the new reservation is initiated prior to conversion of "User Credit" to the original payment method when possible or initiation of manual check request.
Camping Fees
| Rate and Taxes | Sites 1-85 | Sites 86-236 |
|---|---|---|
Nightly Rate |
$33.50 | $38.50 |
Tourist Development Tax 6% |
2.01 | 2.31 |
State Tax 7% |
2.35 | 2.70 |
TOTAL BASE RATES |
$37.86 | $43.51 |
| Rate and Taxes | Sites 1-85 | Sites 86-236 |
|---|---|---|
Nightly Rate |
$37.50 | $42.50 |
Tourist Development Tax 6% |
2.25 | 2.55 |
State Tax |
2.63 | 2.98 |
TOTAL BASE RATES |
$42.38 | $48.03 |
Facilities
- Sites 1-85 have been designed for the tent, van, pop-up camper and trailers under 16’.
- Sites 86-236 are designed and equipped to accommodate all camping units.
- All sites have water and electrical hook-up (30-50 amp service), picnic table and charcoal grill.
- Dump stations and modern restrooms with showers and laundry facilities are provided for your convenience.
- Wi-Fi is available at camp store and office.
- Pets are permitted in Area 2 only (sites 86-164).
- Electric carts allowed on campground premises only.
- Campground Store:
Hours of operation are:
Sunday thru Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
They will be implementing social distancing practices.
For more information, call (727) 866-9191.
Occupancy Limitations
Campsite occupancy is limited to ONE of the following groups of camping rigs:
- One motor home and two vehicles
- One travel trailer and two vehicles
- One pop-up camper and two vehicles
- Two tents and two vehicles
- One pick-up truck with mounted camping rig
- NOTE: There must be at least one adult at each site. In addition, one boat trailer is allowed on each site. There is a six-person limit, including children, per campsite at any time.
Prohibited Items and Actions
Violators of the following rules may be directed to vacate the campground without refund. In the event of a serious infraction, a citation may be issued.
- Alcoholic beverages
- Swimming in camp area
- User of gasoline-powered generators
- Ground fires (campfires must be in a container, with sides and a bottom)
- Camping in other than approved sites
- Removing, damaging, or defacing trees, shrubs, or any other plants
- Feeding wildlife (including birds, squirrels, and raccoons)
- Removing tables from sites
- Organized group camping
Additional Information
- Keep all tents, boats, trailers, etc. on shelled area of your campsite.
- Campers are advised to protect their personal property.
- Check-in time is after 1 p.m. Check-out time is 11 a.m. Please be considerate of others by checking out on time.
- Quiet time is at 10 p.m. All unregistered guests must leave the camp area at that time.
- The front gate entrance is locked from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Please obtain the combination when you check in.
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Primitive Youth Camping at Wall Springs Park and Fort De Soto Park:
All primitive youth camping at Wall Springs Park and Fort De Soto Park require a reservation and a permit.
Reservations / Permits
- Reservations and applications for permits are accepted by phone, online, mail, and email up to one year in advance.
- Reservations may be made up to 90 days in advance from the day of your scheduled date of arrival.
- The reservation confirmation number, once confirmed, and copy of the permit application should be in the possession of the person in charge of your group on the day of occupancy. It is your responsibility to see that all members of your group are informed and adhere to the campground rules.
- Reservations are $5 adults/$1 per child.
To make a reservation and apply for a permit:
- Call (727) 582-2100, select Option #2
Tuesday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Complete and submit the Online Application
- Complete and print the Online Application and:
- Mail to Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources
Primitive Youth Camping Request
12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33774- Fax to (727) 582-2550
- Email to parks@pinellascounty.org
Campground Rules
- Youth camp capacity is:
- Wall Springs Park Primitive Youth Campsite - 30 people
- Fort De Soto Park Primitive Youth Campsite - 90 people
- A youth group is defined as a recognized non-profit organization of young people 17 years of age and under with adult chaperone at a ratio of one (1) adult for every 12 young people.
- A qualified scoutmaster, leader or counselor over 21 years of age or older must be on site and is responsible for the actions and behavior of the group. A cell phone should be available for emergencies if needed.
- Campers are restricted to the designated youth camping area between sundown and sun-up.
- Your group should go directly to the site upon arriving at the park.
- IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL 911. Someone should proceed to the front gate to direct the rescue personnel. The address for the front entrance gate is:
- Wall Springs Park - 3965 DeSoto Blvd., Palm Harbor, Florida 34683
- Fort De Soto Park - 3055 Pinellas Bayway S, St. Petersburg, FL 33715
- The Department reserves the right to make inspections of the camping area at any time.
- Campfires must be confined to the fire pit.
- The camping area is designated for tent camping only.
- All vehicles except equipment trailers must be parked outside of the camp area in spaces provided.
- Groups who do not follow the rules may forfeit the use of the facility for future use.
- Pinellas County Code Chapter 90 prohibits consumption of alcoholic beverages in all Pinellas County Parks. This is strictly enforced.
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Primitive Camping at Shell Key Preserve:
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All Shell Key campers are required to obtain a Shell Key Camping Permit. Permits will be available for $6 per day, with a limit of 6 guests for each permit. Campers must be listed on the permit. A vessel registration is required.
Camping permit does not include the Fort De Soto boat ramp / beach parking fee.
Please respect and appreciate the wonderful natural resource of Shell Key Preserve. Shell Key Preserve is a sensitive environmental area and good stewardship is required to ensure that the islands and waterways remain intact for future generations. It is really important to follow the Shell Key Rules, since through your actions, Shell Key Preserve can remain a welcoming place for generations to come.
A "leave no trace" camping ethic is expected at all times from visitors to the preserve. Access to Shell Key is by watercraft only. There are no facilities at Shell Key Preserve, and campers are required to bring, use and remove portable toilets. Camping is allowed only in the southern Public Use Area. Within this designated area, there are no defined campsites so visitors are free to select a camping location of their choice. Alcohol, pets, littering, nudity, fireworks and excessive noise are prohibited at all times in the Preserve.
Obtaining a Permit:
All Shell Key campers are required to obtain a Shell Key Camping Permit. Permits will be available for $6 per day, with a limit of 6 guests for each permit. Campers must be listed on the permit. A vessel registration is required.
Shell Key Camping Permit does not include the Fort De Soto boat ramp & parking fee. Boat ramp fee is a separate permit. Overnight parking is allowed at the Fort De Soto boat ramp only. Any user parking at North Beach and Arrowhead Picnic areas are subject to a parking citation. Permittee must possess valid photo identification along with their valid, signed camping permit or electronic permit 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.
- Acknowledge that all members of the party will abide by the rules by checking the "I agree" box.
- Campfires and other open fires are permitted in the designated camping area only, between October 1 through April 30. No campfires allowed from May 1 through September 30 due to turtle nesting. Violations will result in a $118 fine.
Apply for a Shell Key Camping Permit:
- Reservation Instructions:
Print the confirmation email or the Printer Friendly receipt that appears in the web page once the Submit button is selected.
Take with you while camping:
- The completed camping permit with the acknowledging agreement of the rules box checked; and,
- Photo identification.
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Park Shelter Cancellations:
To cancel a reservation and receive a refund, visit the Campground Reservation System, submit a Contact Us form, or call (727) 582-2100.
- THERE ARE NO REFUNDS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.
- Cancellations initiated by the department due to mandatory evacuations or park closures will be refunded in full without penalty.
- All modifications and/or cancellations incur a $5 administrative fee.
- Modifications include shelter and/or park location changes and rescheduling of reservation.
- Cancellations subject to the $5 administrative fee must be received at least 3 days prior to your reservation date.
- Shelter cancellations initiated 1-3 days prior to your scheduled reservation date will be subject to lose the cost of the reservation (taxes will be refunded). (For example: If your shelter reservation is July 6, a request for cancellation must be received no later than 11:59 pm on July 2.)
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