About Fort Pickens Campground
Number of accommodations: 187
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Water Hookup
- Electric Hookup
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
- Showers
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
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Reviews (602)
What Guests Are Saying
Fort Pickens Campground offers a beautiful, secluded environment with friendly campers and staff, making it a great spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While the campground is well-maintained and features nice updated restrooms, some areas need maintenance, such as uneven asphalt and cleanliness in the showers. Despite minor issues, many visitors express a strong desire to return, enjoying activities like biking, fishing, and exploring the historic Fort Pickens.
What Guests Are Saying
Fort Pickens Campground offers a beautiful, secluded environment with friendly campers and staff, making it a great spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While the campground is well-maintained and features nice updated restrooms, some areas need maintenance, such as uneven asphalt and cleanliness in the showers. Despite minor issues, many visitors express a strong desire to return, enjoying activities like biking, fishing, and exploring the historic Fort Pickens.
Review Summary
Michael W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: E040, Loop: LOOP E
Love the park and the area. Campground was nice but very tight and close together.
Racquel G
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: A037, Loop: LOOP A
We love this place. We look forward to visiting when the opportunity presents itself
Dave M
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: E033, Loop: LOOP E
The fort is unbelievable, we spent two days exploring it. There is easy access to the beaches, they’re clean and not crowded.
Jack W
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: E038, Loop: LOOP E
This is one of our favorite places to go. Nice quiet campground. We tried out some pier and shore fishing. A first for us. Had a really nice time. Also, there are a lot of bicycle riding to do for the ones who love to ride.
Steven C
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2025 • Stayed at: E010, Loop: LOOP E
Nice sites, little tight length wise. Good hosts.
NOT a quick stop, long slow drive from "town".
Good hot showers with weird shower heads.
George B
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: E059, Loop: LOOP E
Did not intend to book these dates I was charged. I thought I was booking in March ‘26, don’t know how I was charged for these dates….
Scott M
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: A022, Loop: LOOP A
One of the most beautiful beaches my wife and I have ever been to. Wonderful camping facilities as well. We can’t wait for a return visit!
David S
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2025 • Stayed at: E043, Loop: LOOP E
Brought back a lot of childhood memories camping in the park.
Shirley A
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: C001, Loop: LOOP C
1st time here , we didnt know how the sites were and unfortunately picked a sight that was in Sun all day on our door side...
Couldn't sit outside .
lisa b
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: B010, Loop: LOOP B
I've traveled quite extensively over my life, but Fort Pickens is my second favorite place of all, with home being 1st. 40 years of visiting with family and friends. 9 hr drive but well worth it..
Location Fort Pickens Campground
Address:
1400 Fort Pickens Road
Pensacola Beach, FL, 32561
United States
Fort Pickens Campground is accessible via State Road 399, which connects to U.S. Highway 98. The nearest major road access is approximately 10 miles away.
Latitude & Longitude: 30.3228 / -87.2742
Elevation: 2 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
General
- Pets are not allowed on the beach, on the pier, in the fort, batteries, paviliions, or inside any of the facilities.
- In an effort to improve our check in process at Fort Pickens Campground, we have implemented a “straight to your site” process. * Staff will check you in during rounds – no need to stop at the campground office. Please have a copy of your reservation available for verification * Your vehicle tag will be attached to the post at your site. Please place the tag on your vehicle dashboard. If additional vehicle tags are needed, let the camp host know. Reminder - Campground regulations are sent to you through your email. It is your responsibility to read and understand those regulations. Campground hosts are present in the campgrounds to ensure an enjoyable stay and that regulations are followed. If you need park maps, vehicle tags, etc. please talk to your hosts.
- ATTENTION: Delivery of RVs is allowed by companies that have a CUA (Commercial Use Authorization) only. If a company arrives at the entrance gate to deliver an RV without a CUA they will be refused entrance. For your own benefit, please be sure the company that you are renting from has a CUA with Gulf Islands National Seashore.
- When choosing a site through recreation.gov, your total length is the vehicle plus trailer or RV plus tow vehicle. Only one RV unit is allowed per site. If you choose a site that does not fit your total length, the Park reserves the right to cancel your reservation upon arrival, please read ALL restrictions posted at each site. All wheels, including truck or car, must fit in a line on the pavement at the site. ALL campers are limited to ONE RV (motorhome or trailer), one tent, and one vehicle, or two tents and two vehicles.
- Campers can stay a maximum of 14 nights from March 1 through Labor Day (to include individuals, families, groups), and no more than 14 consecutive nights at any time of the year. A minimum two-night absence is required between camping stays during the off season (Labor Day through March 1), and the stay limits apply to ALL occupants. Campers are limited to 42 nights in a calendar year.
- Electric Vehicle Charging. While the campgrounds at Gulf Islands have sites equipped with 20, 30 and 50 amp electrical service, our systems can not currently support the charging of electric vehicles.
- Campground Rules and Regulations: It is your responsibility to abide by all posted campground rules and regulations. Failure to comply with these items may result in a fine or cancelation. You are responsible for measuring your equipment, reading the site alerts and booking a site that will accommodate ALL your equipment fully backed in.
- Generators are allowed in D loop only. Run hours are 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. (60-decibel limit).
- ENTRANCE FEES are NOT included in the cost of your reservation. Gulf Isalnd entrance fees are $25/private vehicle or $20/private motorcycle, good for 7 days; annual passes can be purchased for $45.
- Gates close at sunset; registered campers arriving late; the entrance code for the gate is in your confirmation email.
- Do not hang/ string anything from trees (hammocks, lights, clothes lines, etc). Portable air conditioning units used for tents or outside are not allowed. Shower tents or portable potty tents are not allowed. Hot tubs and other non-camping equipment is not allowed
- Golf Carts are not allowed in the Fort Pickens Campground with the exception of disabled persons accessing the restroom facilities. Use by any other persons is prohibited.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026