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1400 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach, FL, 32561
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
The Fort Pickens Campground is one of the top ten busiest campgrounds in all of the 430+ national parks and sites. Available all year round it provides access to white sandy beaches and trails, including the Florida National Scenic Trail. The campground office is located in a historic white building located halfway down Fort Pickens Areas on Fort Pickens Road. Office hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Checkout by 11 a.m. Check-in begins at 2 p.m.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
This campground loop is open year round. The gate into the Fort Pickens Area closes at 8 p.m. in the summer, and 6 p.m. in the winter. Campground Registration is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check-in is after 2 p.m. and check out is 11 a.m.
Weather
The hot-season lasts for approximately four months, from mid-May through the end of September. Average daily high temperatures during this season exceed 84°F. Daily low temperatures during this season average 77°F. The cool-season for park lasts approximately three months, December through February. Average daily high temperatures during this season are below 66°F. Daily low temperatures during this season average 45°F. Learn more at https://www.nps.gov/guis/planyourvisit/weather.htm
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Showers
Cell Phone Reception
Laundry
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Directions
From Interstate 10: Take Exit 12 for I-110 South, exit 1B Gregory Street East, merge onto 30 E Chase Street, turn left onto Bayfront Parkway /Hwy 98 East, merge onto Hwy 399 to beaches, cross toll bridge ($1.00), turn right onto Fort Pickens Road.
Rates & Fees
Entrance Fee
An additional fee to enter the National Park is required to be purchased separately.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
In developed campgrounds fires may be built in permanent grills (charcoal only) or fire rings at designated sites. Portable grills may be used at designated campsites by registered campers. Portable grills are not allowed on the beaches unless in an area where authorized beach fires are allowed.Regulations Overview
Front country camping is allowed by persons who have made a valid reservation for an individual campsite at the Fort Pickens Campground. Campers must obey all laws, regulations, and policy, particularly those listed in the Superintendent's Compendium Section 2.10.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
All roads are paved and each campsite features a paved pad.
Internet Information
Free WIFI is available at the Fort Pickens Visitor Center. Benches outside the building.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Most sites have height, length, and slide restrictions, please consult the recreation.gov listing for details.
RV Maximum Length
42
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The campground features accessible restrooms and showers.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
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