If one is looking to camp or park an RV near the Tampa area, this is the place! Hiking and biking trails, canoe/kayak rentals, pristine White Sand Beach, covered in seas shells and sand dollars. The campsites are comfortable, with water and restrooms (cold showers), lined with palm trees. Many of the sites sit right on the water. more

My husband and I go to Ft. De Soto's North Beach whenever we are in the area because it's so beautiful! This last week we managed 4 good beach days there. My husband actually went swimming once (the temps were in the low 80s). But it's a great beach even if you only sit and read, enjoy the view, or... more

Several things to report: 1. It's free to get in after you've paid the minimal road toll 2. The beaches are as beautiful as everyone says. We walked out really far in very shallow, clear water and saw tons of beautiful shells, sand dollars, small fish, and even a sea urchin. 3. If you hope to fish on the pier,... more

My first visit to this beach was in the off season, and while there were definitely others there, we each had so much room to ourselves it was amazing. I asked a park ranger how much busier it gets, and she told me that even during the peak weeks and months, the park is just so big that it never... more

When we first found this place it was on accident (we were lost) and we thought it was our own little secret!!! Not so,but it is still uncommercial, clean and just beautiiful!!!!!! Rent a Kayak and you might catch a glimpse of a mannattee or two. I disagree with a previous person, the beaches on the Gulf of Florida, especially... more

Here you will see what beaches should look like...it's just amazing. A great way to spend a day! Definitely worth packing up the car and driving to the park....you will love it. more

I participated in a triathlon at Fort Desoto Park and the setting was beautiful. Great Beach and the common grounds/facilities were clean. A lovely place to spend the day. more

As far as Florida beaches go, this is probably one of the best. It hasn't been overly developed as most Florida beaches have. There are plenty of long stretches, to walk on. The water is usually very clear and clean. A good place to go kayaking, and you can also rent them here. Being a West Coast person, I really... more

Great clean beaches, never crowded and usually only moderate waves. We take our dog there regularly to enjoy the at least 1/2 mile stretch of dog beach. Dogs are allowed to roam and swim freely in this area as long as they respond to voice commands and you "police" after them. It is a joy to bring your picnic lunch... more