The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Clearwater, Florida

Clearwater is a beach lover’s paradise, where campers can pass the days swimming, snorkeling, or fishing on family-family, white-sand beaches on Florida’s stretch of the Gulf of Mexico. Expect to share these waters with dolphins, manatees, pelicans, and all sorts of fish and seabirds, especially if you head out by kayak or boat to the undeveloped islands that sit just offshore. For in-land campsites with less crowds and a change of scenery, Clearwater Beach is also near forest and wetland preserves where you can birdwatch and spot gators. The best campgrounds and RV sites come with quick access to nature.

97% (2.3K) • 261 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Clearwater

Trenchgoat farm

1. Trenchgoat farm

100%

(15)

46mi from Clearwater · 1 site · Tent, RV

We are 36 miles from Disney and Withlacoochee Park is just down the road. The park has beautiful hiking trails, kayaking and fishing. We are about an hour from Tampa beaches. We have a small goat farm and donkeys roam free on the property. We are very private and safe with gated enterence.

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Potable water

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$75

/ night

Jungle Oasis

2. Jungle Oasis

97%

(32)

48mi from Clearwater · 4 sites

Hi! We are a small family run 501c-3 wildlife sanctuary. We live on the property, and are available for any needs you might have. During your stay you will be able to see many exotic, and domestic animals. We also have at the sanctuary, and work with many critically endangered animals like the New Guinea Singing dog. Our sanctuary is located in one of the few hilly areas of Florida, with the Trilby Trails just minutes away.

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$90

/ night

Casita De Seminole

3. Casita De Seminole

9.7mi from Clearwater · 1 site

Large gated RV pad 43 x 18 with full hook up, Pool and tiki bar. 1 mile from Redington and Indian Rocks Beach. Walking distance to bars, restaurants, and shopping. Just minutes from your site, guests can explore Lake Seminole Park’s peaceful lakeside trails and wildlife, wander or bike along the Seminole Wekiva Trail, enjoy boardwalk paths and bay views at Boca Ciega Millennium Park, or relax with a picnic and lake loop in Walsingham Park — all great ways to get outside and soak up Florida’s natural beauty.

Full hookups

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$200

/ night

Just Like The Beach

4. Just Like The Beach

100%

(9)

12mi from Clearwater · 1 site

Suites of Tarpon Springs is beautifully landscaped to bring the charm of the Florida Keys to your stay. Our property and residences are meticulously maintained, ensuring a peaceful and comfortable retreat. While the beach is just a short distance away, you’ll feel like you’re already there. A unique historical fact: Tarpon Springs Suites and the surrounding neighborhood sit on the site of the old Tarpon Zoo. As you explore the area, you might spot remnants from this hidden piece of local history. Tarpon Springs is rich in culture and home to many landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places. The famous Sponge Docks and adjacent Greek community offer an authentic experience, with residents proudly preserving their heritage. Festivals, religious celebrations such as Epiphany, and cultural events are open to all. There’s no shortage of attractions—visit the Tarpon Springs Aquarium, Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, museums, theaters, art and music festivals, microbreweries, and pristine beaches. Outdoor lovers can enjoy waterside parks, salt and freshwater boat ramps, and the Pinellas Trail, just blocks away. This scenic trail runs from Tarpon Springs to St. Pete, offering an all-day adventure filled with shops, restaurants, and beautiful landscapes. If you prefer a relaxed ride, take the Trolley, which stops at popular destinations, including the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and the award-winning Clearwater and St. Pete Beaches. The private, fenced RV space features a 12' wide gated entry, accommodating a 45' motorhome, fifth wheel, or travel trailer. The parking area is made of limestone and crushed shell, providing a stable and level surface. Full hookups include sewer, potable water, and a 50 Amp RV receptacle with a breaker. If your rig doesn’t support 50 Amp service, adapters are available at Walmart (across the street) or Camping World (nearby)—please review photos of the receptacle to ensure compatibility. You’ll share a beautiful common area with guests of four spacious, pet-friendly 2BD/1BA apartments. The landscaped grounds feature a large picnic table, chaise lounges, tables, chairs, and a grilling area, perfect for socializing or unwinding. A large oak tree provides ample shade, creating a serene spot to relax and enjoy the Florida sunshine.

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$90

/ night

Treasure Island Time RV

5. Treasure Island Time RV

14mi from Clearwater · 2 sites

🌴 Treasure Island Time: Your Beachside Dream RV Spot ☀️ Escape to the ultimate Florida coast getaway! Park your RV just a stone's throw from the gorgeous sugar-sand beach in the heart of Treasure Island. This full-hookup spot is the beachside dream you've been searching for, offering luxury amenities and an unbeatable location for making unforgettable Hipcamp memories. 🌟 Hipcamp Highlights: Beach Access: Direct, easy access to the pristine white sand beach. Feel the "Treasure Island Time" vibe the moment you step out of your RV! Full Hookups: Enjoy the convenience of electric, water, and sewer connections right at your spacious parking spot. Rinse Shower: Perfect for washing off the sand after a day at the beach. Gas Grill: Ready for your sunset BBQ dinners. 📍 Unbeatable Location: You won't find an RV spot with a better blend of beach access and local attractions on the Florida coast! Walkable: Just a short, pleasant walk to the famous John's Pass Village and Boardwalk for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Convenient: A quick drive to all the area's top attractions, making it the ideal home base for exploring the Pinellas County coast. 🗓️ Stay and; Play: Whether you're looking for a quick stopover or an extended vacation, we welcome you! Stay for one night or as long as one month—you won't want to leave this perfect beach getaway. We can't wait to host your next adventure on Treasure Island Time! Book your spot today!

Full hookups

from

$125

/ night

Clearwater is a beach lover’s paradise, where campers can pass the days swimming, snorkeling, or fishing on family-family, white-sand beaches on Florida’s stretch of the Gulf of Mexico. Expect to share these waters with dolphins, manatees, pelicans, and all sorts of fish and seabirds, especially if you head out by kayak or boat to the undeveloped islands that sit just offshore. For in-land campsites with less crowds and a change of scenery, Clearwater Beach is also near forest and wetland preserves where you can birdwatch and spot gators. The best campgrounds and RV sites come with quick access to nature.

97% (2.3K) • 261 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Clearwater

Trenchgoat farm

1. Trenchgoat farm

100%

(15)

46mi from Clearwater · 1 site · Tent, RV

We are 36 miles from Disney and Withlacoochee Park is just down the road. The park has beautiful hiking trails, kayaking and fishing. We are about an hour from Tampa beaches. We have a small goat farm and donkeys roam free on the property. We are very private and safe with gated enterence.

Campfires

Potable water

Full hookups

from

$75

/ night

Jungle Oasis

2. Jungle Oasis

97%

(32)

48mi from Clearwater · 4 sites

Hi! We are a small family run 501c-3 wildlife sanctuary. We live on the property, and are available for any needs you might have. During your stay you will be able to see many exotic, and domestic animals. We also have at the sanctuary, and work with many critically endangered animals like the New Guinea Singing dog. Our sanctuary is located in one of the few hilly areas of Florida, with the Trilby Trails just minutes away.

Toilets

Showers

Campfires

from

$90

/ night

Casita De Seminole

3. Casita De Seminole

9.7mi from Clearwater · 1 site

Large gated RV pad 43 x 18 with full hook up, Pool and tiki bar. 1 mile from Redington and Indian Rocks Beach. Walking distance to bars, restaurants, and shopping. Just minutes from your site, guests can explore Lake Seminole Park’s peaceful lakeside trails and wildlife, wander or bike along the Seminole Wekiva Trail, enjoy boardwalk paths and bay views at Boca Ciega Millennium Park, or relax with a picnic and lake loop in Walsingham Park — all great ways to get outside and soak up Florida’s natural beauty.

Full hookups

from

$200

/ night

Just Like The Beach

4. Just Like The Beach

100%

(9)

12mi from Clearwater · 1 site

Suites of Tarpon Springs is beautifully landscaped to bring the charm of the Florida Keys to your stay. Our property and residences are meticulously maintained, ensuring a peaceful and comfortable retreat. While the beach is just a short distance away, you’ll feel like you’re already there. A unique historical fact: Tarpon Springs Suites and the surrounding neighborhood sit on the site of the old Tarpon Zoo. As you explore the area, you might spot remnants from this hidden piece of local history. Tarpon Springs is rich in culture and home to many landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places. The famous Sponge Docks and adjacent Greek community offer an authentic experience, with residents proudly preserving their heritage. Festivals, religious celebrations such as Epiphany, and cultural events are open to all. There’s no shortage of attractions—visit the Tarpon Springs Aquarium, Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, museums, theaters, art and music festivals, microbreweries, and pristine beaches. Outdoor lovers can enjoy waterside parks, salt and freshwater boat ramps, and the Pinellas Trail, just blocks away. This scenic trail runs from Tarpon Springs to St. Pete, offering an all-day adventure filled with shops, restaurants, and beautiful landscapes. If you prefer a relaxed ride, take the Trolley, which stops at popular destinations, including the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and the award-winning Clearwater and St. Pete Beaches. The private, fenced RV space features a 12' wide gated entry, accommodating a 45' motorhome, fifth wheel, or travel trailer. The parking area is made of limestone and crushed shell, providing a stable and level surface. Full hookups include sewer, potable water, and a 50 Amp RV receptacle with a breaker. If your rig doesn’t support 50 Amp service, adapters are available at Walmart (across the street) or Camping World (nearby)—please review photos of the receptacle to ensure compatibility. You’ll share a beautiful common area with guests of four spacious, pet-friendly 2BD/1BA apartments. The landscaped grounds feature a large picnic table, chaise lounges, tables, chairs, and a grilling area, perfect for socializing or unwinding. A large oak tree provides ample shade, creating a serene spot to relax and enjoy the Florida sunshine.

Full hookups

from

$90

/ night

Treasure Island Time RV

5. Treasure Island Time RV

14mi from Clearwater · 2 sites

🌴 Treasure Island Time: Your Beachside Dream RV Spot ☀️ Escape to the ultimate Florida coast getaway! Park your RV just a stone's throw from the gorgeous sugar-sand beach in the heart of Treasure Island. This full-hookup spot is the beachside dream you've been searching for, offering luxury amenities and an unbeatable location for making unforgettable Hipcamp memories. 🌟 Hipcamp Highlights: Beach Access: Direct, easy access to the pristine white sand beach. Feel the "Treasure Island Time" vibe the moment you step out of your RV! Full Hookups: Enjoy the convenience of electric, water, and sewer connections right at your spacious parking spot. Rinse Shower: Perfect for washing off the sand after a day at the beach. Gas Grill: Ready for your sunset BBQ dinners. 📍 Unbeatable Location: You won't find an RV spot with a better blend of beach access and local attractions on the Florida coast! Walkable: Just a short, pleasant walk to the famous John's Pass Village and Boardwalk for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Convenient: A quick drive to all the area's top attractions, making it the ideal home base for exploring the Pinellas County coast. 🗓️ Stay and; Play: Whether you're looking for a quick stopover or an extended vacation, we welcome you! Stay for one night or as long as one month—you won't want to leave this perfect beach getaway. We can't wait to host your next adventure on Treasure Island Time! Book your spot today!

Full hookups

from

$125

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Benjamin

2 weeks ago

30 ft Class C

6 nights at Just Like The Beach

We loved our stay here. The sight is nice and secluded and is also very clean! Chuong had wonderful communication and was accommodating when we needed something.

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Gena

3 weeks ago

24 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Trenchgoat farm

Lovely farm and great RV layout! We booked 3 nights but only stayed 1 due to our dog. There are some sort of lil dingle berries all over the farm that were matted into our dogs fur. We literally pulled out hundreds of them numerous times. They are about the size of a peppercorn. I assume it is a grass seed of some sort. Great place just not for pets & dogs.

Adah

January 2026

21 ft travel trailer

8 nights at Just Like The Beach

This is our third year at this property…so you know it’s good! Upgrades since last year are great, new fence and gate, back yard furniture! We feel safe in the neighborhood. Best of all the Pinellas trail is within biking distance! See y’all next year!!😉

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Alana

January 2026

3 nights at Jungle Oasis

We had an amazing time in the Duck Haven cabin at Jungle Oasis! It was so comfortable and it was so cool being so close to the animals. Dona and her family were so kind and welcoming. We loved the tour with all the animals, you can tell they’re treated really well. Would definitely come back!

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Matt

January 2026

3 nights at Jungle Oasis

Amazing experience and a great base camp for hiking in the area. The host was incredibly accommodating and you could see they truly care about the animals in the rescues care.

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Kim

January 2026

25 ft Class C

4 nights at Just Like The Beach

The place was great. Clean and we were able to take our bikes to the pinellas trails easily.

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Lisa

January 2026

40 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Just Like The Beach

Perfect stay! Quiet site, great communication from host, beautiful well kept grounds. Would definately stay here again.

Steven

January 2026

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jungle Oasis

Definitely served our needs. Dona was easy to communicate with and the place was quaint and in a peaceful farm setting. The main bed was comfortable. The pullout perhaps less so, so maybe bear that in mind if you’re trying to sleep 4. But otherwise, found the place charming and wish we had more time for a farm tour.

seth

December 2025

20 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Just Like The Beach

Excellent in town spot to set up. We stayed here for almost a full week as we were visiting family in Tarpon. Location was surprisingly quiet for being a neighborhood setting, easy access right off 19. Very level and the hook ups worked perfectly. The space accommodated our 20ft travel trailer and tow vehicle easily, courtyard area is perfect for lounging, drinking coffee or just enjoying the weather. Host was very responsive and provided an excellent welcome/instruction message prior to us getting there. Highly recommend this spot. We will be utilizing this space anytime we come into Tarpon. Thank you for a great experience! Also check out Queens Pizza and restaurant at the end of the street (2 minute walk). Great pizza and service.

Parker

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Just Like The Beach

Clean, level, and safe. This is a great in city camp spot .

Henry

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Jungle Oasis

It was a wonderful relaxing stay! Dona was a fantastic host and the tour was amazing! To see that many foxes up close, to feed them eggs was a bucket list moment!! Relaxing on the porch listening to the melodic howl of the papa new guinea dingo was something I didn’t know I needed in my life!! Also, the horses literally running around playing together is something I have never seen despite staying at horse sanctuaries before. Book now you won’t regret it!

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Jose Luis

September 2025

27 ft travel trailer

1 night at Just Like The Beach

We loved camping at Chuong’s land. Our travel trailer fitted perfectly with enough room to walk around comfortably. Location is super convenient. Only minutes away from the Sponges deck, Starbucks, Pharmacy, Publix., Panera! Quiet and Cozy. Access to the electricity, water and sewer super convenient as well. Place is so clean that it gives you a beach vibe. Loved it!

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Michaelah

August 2025

2 nights at Jungle Oasis

We had a great time staying here. It feels secluded but was just a short drive to town. Lots of great options within a couple hours drive for day trips, and we appreciated Dona showing us the animals in the sanctuary and sharing her story. Thank you for the accommodations!

Christine

July 2025

33 ft Class A

With pets

2 nights at Trenchgoat farm

As always such great hosts & a peaceful oasis. Cynthia & Doug are so kind people. Love their animals too, especially Jakey & Mr Edwards❤️

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fred

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Jungle Oasis

The property had three different places to stay. We chose the “Florida Breeze” which was a two bedroom “Barndominium”. Although we didn’t need a two bedroom this particular property was very large inside and had plenty of room for us and our three greyhounds. The property was well maintained, clean, and had everything we needed. On site the host runs an exotic animal sanctuary where they rescue rare animals. We took a tour of the property and saw a huge variety of different birds, some foxes, prairie dogs, lemurs, sheep, deer, horses, and tortoise. The host was very accommodating and friendly, plus we only saw them if we needed something. I would definitely stay here again if I’m ever traveling in the area.

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Kelly

June 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Jungle Oasis

I can’t recommend Gulf Wind and Dona’s sanctuary enough! My son and I had planned a weekend camping outing originally scheduled at another location. We quickly realized the other location was not anywhere near what had been advertised and so I quickly contacted Dona to see if she had some last minute availability on her property. Dona was wonderfully responsive and super accommodating and so we headed over to hers as soon as possible. Our experience at Gulf Wind was beyond what we could have expected! The cabin was perfect, it was outfitted with everything we needed, and Dona also went the extra mile to bring us a firepit so we could make dinner and s’mores over the fire. Dona gave us a tour of the sanctuary and took the time to educate us on the animals and their efforts to keep them safe and healthy. My son was so thrilled to interact with these special animals and to get to know their personalities and preferences. We will absolutely be back. Diego’s cabin was the perfect size for us. Next time we come (and there will be a next time!) we will try the larger Florida Breeze cabin with more of our family to change things up! Thank you, Dona and family, for being so welcoming and accommodating. You seriously enriched my son’s experience and we appreciate what you’re doing for these amazing animals.

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Alena

June 2025

With kids

1 night at Jungle Oasis

A very lovely place with truly welcoming hosts. The room itself was neat, clean, and very comfortable to stay in. I especially enjoyed the wide variety of animals — it was such a delightful surprise! I was particularly impressed by the parrot that dances so charmingly. Thank you so much for the warm hospitality. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to treat themselves and their family to a unique experience with animals.

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Donald

June 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Jungle Oasis

Everything was fantastic. The accommodation was exceptional and better then we expected. They had Everything we needed and more! Duck haven was immaculately clean. We expected to hear the animals and that they could wake us up but that'd isn't happen! Dona couldn't have been nicer to deal with. We highly recommend!!!

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Nick

June 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Just Like The Beach

Great little RV spot with access to the lovely courtyard out back. This was a convenient place to stay, highly recommended!

Jen

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Jungle Oasis

Wow!! This was our last stop on a Florida roadtrip and I’m so glad we finished it off with this place. The cabin was clean, bed was comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. Most importantly though, we had a tour done with Dona and got to meet all the animals! One of the highlights of our whole trip.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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When to go

Clearwater is a year-round destination, with important differences between seasons. Winter is great for tent camping experiences thanks to cooler weather and less humidity, but this time of year is also more crowded, as snowbirds head to town from the Northeast and Canada to escape the cold. Meanwhile, summers in the Tampa Bay area can be hot, humid, rainy, and buggy—seek a campground with a swimming pool, a log cabin with air-conditioning, or an RV resort with cool communal clubhouses.Fortunately for RV campers, Clearwater has many RV parks with 50-amp full hookups, restrooms, wifi, and dump stations.