What are the parks hours?
Fort De Soto Park is open from sunrise to sunset.
Where is the dog park?
Beside the westernmost area of the Bay Pier parking lot.
How can I reserve a picnic shelter?
Call 727-582-2100 or reserve online here
How can I get a beach wheelchair?
Beach wheelchairs are available on a first-come; first-served basis. Ask about availability at the toll booth.
How do I make a campground reservation?
Call 727-582-2267 to make a reservation, or reserve online here
How can I place a memorial brick at Park headquarters?
A PLACE AT FORT DE SOTO PARK... If you have thought you would like to honor someone, or leave a memorial, or mark some other life event at the Park, you can do it by purchasing a brick for the circle around the flag pole at park headquarters. For details please click here.
How far in advance can I make a campground reservation?
If you live outside Pinellas County you can make a reservation 6 months in advance. If you are a Pinellas County resident, you may reserve 7 months in advance.
What are the campground fees?
Campground fees are seasonal. For a detailed chart please click here.
What are the fishing fees?
Friends of Fort De Soto Inc. has purchased group licenses for the fishing piers, so there is no charge to fish off of the fishing piers. A current Florida fishing license is required for fishing in all other areas of the park.
What are the boat ramp fees?
Boat Ramp Pay Stations: daily parking fee: $6 with trailer, vehicle parking without a trailer is $5.