St. Petersburg - Fort De Soto Park

The largest park within the Pinellas County Park System, Fort De Soto park consists of 1,136 acres made up of five interconnected islands (keys). These keys are home to beach plants, mangroves, wetlands, palm hammocks, hardwoods and scores of native plants. Each of these species plays a vital role in the preservation and protection of the natural environment.

Amenities
Historic fort guide
Over 7 miles of waterfront, includes almost three miles of beautiful white sandy beach.
800-foot-long boat launching facility with eleven floating docks.
Camping – 238-site family camping area with facilities.
Primitive youth camping area for organized youth groups
15 picnic shelters
Rest rooms
Playgrounds
Multipurpose trail – seven miles of paved trail connecting North Beach, East Beach, the boat ramp and the camping area. No motorized vehicles allowed.
Two large swim centers including a food concession area located at the North Beach Swim Center.
Two fishing piers – each pier has a food and bait concession.
Ferry service to Egmont Key
Ferry service to Shell Key
Concession/snack bar/souvenir shop
Quartermaster Museum
6.8 mile, 12-foot-wide asphalt recreation trail connects the campground with the North and East Beach Swim Centers and the historic fort.
2.25-mile recreational canoe trail.
1-mile nature trail in the Arrowhead Picnic area, and a 3/4 mile nature trail in the Soldiers’ Hole area provides a glimpse of some the native fauna and flora.
2,200 foot Barrier-Free Nature Trail is a self-guided interpretive trail providing access to nature for all visitors to Fort De Soto Park, regardless of their physical abilities.
Dog park