Fort De Soto Park

This vast park covers over 1,000 acres and features various wildlife, including over 300 bird species.

This park has white sandy beaches, nature trails, camping, and a historic fort. It covers several linked islands about 10 miles long. The trails are paved and great for walking, biking, or jogging. There are campgrounds available for tents, campers, and motor homes. Amenities include restrooms/changing rooms, an outdoor shower station, and coin-operated laundry machines. There are full restrooms/showers in each camping area, plus a concessions/snack bar and a camping store within the park.

Fort De Soto Park has picnic areas, grills, and covered pavilions if you choose to bring food with you. Visitors can participate in various outdoor recreation, such as snorkeling, kayaking, or fishing.  A dog beach is located just west of the pier, close to the WWI Fort. Pet owners can also use the off-leash dog park. If you come for a day trip, the cost is $5 per car per day to enter the park. The WWI Fort is a great place to visit with cannons that date back to the Spanish American War. There are 3 camping areas: Area 1 is for tents, vans, and pop-ups (1 - 85). Area 2 is for all camping units and is pet-friendly (86 - 164). Area 3 is for all camping units and is a pet-free zone (165 - 236). Come and have a blast on the beach at Fort De Soto Park!