Fort De Soto Reopening in Phases

Jan. 3 Update: Fort De Soto Park will continue to re-open in phases. The fort, dog beach and fishing pier will open on Monday, Jan. 6. Other areas that have reopened are the causeway, boat ramp, East Beach and the Area 3 campground. All other areas of the park and campground will remain closed as repair and cleanup efforts continue. If you need to cancel an upcoming reservation, please contact us at 727-582-2100 and a representative will assist you.

New Parking Fee at Fort De Soto Park

Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, parking fees at Fort De Soto Park will increase to $6 per vehicle. This is the first adjustment in over 14 years and creates a simple, flat rate across these locations. The boat ramp passenger vehicle fee has also been updated to ensure consistency and fairness. The fee remains lower than many neighboring beach access areas that charge by the hour. Annual and six-month pass rates will remain unchanged, making them a great value for frequent visitors. Thank you for supporting our parks and preserves!