The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Sarasota, Florida

Looking to go camping near Sarasota, Florida with your pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1600 options specifically tailored to pet-friendly campsites in the Sarasota area, you're sure to find the perfect spot for you and your furry friends. From Smokey Acres with 358 reviews, to By the Pond... with 170 reviews, and McKinnon Groves with 148 reviews, you can trust that these top campsites have been highly rated by fellow campers. Plus, with popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash facilities, and activities such as wind sports, fishing, and surfing, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. The average price per night is $38, with options as low as $14, so you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Sarasota

Looking to go camping near Sarasota, Florida with your pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1600 options specifically tailored to pet-friendly campsites in the Sarasota area, you're sure to find the perfect spot for you and your furry friends. From Smokey Acres with 358 reviews, to By the Pond... with 170 reviews, and McKinnon Groves with 148 reviews, you can trust that these top campsites have been highly rated by fellow campers. Plus, with popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash facilities, and activities such as wind sports, fishing, and surfing, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. The average price per night is $38, with options as low as $14, so you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Sarasota

1. Glampers Camp

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32mi from Sarasota · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging

Welcome to your dream RV getaway, where fun reigns supreme and relaxation is the only item on your agenda! Upon arrival, you'll find our fully equipped RV awaiting you, stocked with linens, towels, utensils, and all necessary kitchen supplies. Customize your experience with optional add-ons such as kayak rentals or golf cart rentals. This spacious RV comfortably accommodates up to 5 guests, offering plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. Nestled by the water, revel in the stunning sunsets of southwest Florida while gathered around the fire-pit, keeping an eye out for the abundant wildlife. Outdoors, delight in the convenience of an outdoor kitchen, grill, and fire-pit, along with a cozy seating area featuring rocking chairs. Dine al fresco with the family at the full-size picnic table adjacent to the RV, perfect for sunset dinners. The expansive awning provides ample shade and cleanliness, allowing for comfortable respite during warmer days. With two entrances—one leading into the main living area and another into the bathroom—keeping the sleeping areas pristine is effortless. Step directly into the bathroom to enhance your comfort during your stay. Ample storage space ensures that you'll have more than enough room for all your belongings throughout your stay. Make the most of the campground's amenities, including a pool, hot tub, tennis court, basketball court, pickleball court, and more! And if lounging by the pool isn't your style, fear not—some of the most breathtaking beaches in the United States are just a quick 15-minute drive away, offering a plethora of beachside activities and dining options for a memorable night out. This vacation getaway promises an unforgettable experience! For extended stays exceeding two weeks, please contact us at 862-243-2777 or email bookings@glamperscamp.com for special rates. Please remember to keep your pets on a leash at all times and remain vigilant of local wildlife, including but not limited to alligators, snakes, snapping turtles, and more.

2. Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

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30mi from Sarasota · 2 sites · RVs

Weekly rate $315 ($45 per night). Monthly rate $1,200 ($40 per night). Special monthly rate for Aug-Oct $1,000 (rainy season - $35 per night) Welcome to the Brainy & Footsy Beach Pad, a charming getaway nestled in the heart of Englewood FL near Dearborn st and Manasota Key. This Full hook up RV site is fully privacy fenced in, provides 50/30 amp power, and is less than 3 miles from the beaches of Manasota Key. Every convenience an RVer could ask for is within 10 minutes and many are walkable. Pets are welcome and will enjoy the oversized 90’ x 45’ lot. Plenty of parking for your tow vehicle and there is even a Ford dealership with Service department in walking distance should you need to have some maintenance taken care off. A featured walking path located across the street, nearby state parks and beaches. We are a full time traveling family and we created this RV lot to be everything we want when we stay here. *PLEASE NOTE* we are on a busy street that leads to the beaches and shopping so backing into the lot can be intimidating to newer RVers. Traffic is lighter after 6, so if the lot is empty you can arrange to arrive the night before your check in at no extra charge if this concerns you For monthly rates, please book and I will adjust to the correct rate based on the length of stay. Hipcamp should adjust for weekly rates automatically Thanks! Looking forward to hosting you. The Lot features: 40' x 15' concrete pad Electric/ Water/ Sewer at the site 4' x 6' weather proof Shed for your use Hangpod/ outdoor hammock chair Catio/ Small animal enclosure fully enclosed by 6 ft privacy fence onsite parking inside and/ or outside the fenced area *Only one RV permitted per reservation- no tent camping * Combo rentals available (brainy & footsy beach cottage and Brainy & footsy beach pad), please contact me for the link to the cottage. The two properties have a common access gate to join the RV lot and the cottage yard. You may only open the access gates when unlocked from both sides- you may not use the cottage yard if you believe the cottage to be unrented (we have short notice rentals and someone may show up to the cottage at any time). * You may only park in the designated area in front of the RV lot or within the RV lot fencing.

3. Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

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45mi from Sarasota · 1 site · Lodging

Looking for the perfect camping getaway? Look no further! Our air-conditioned glamping tent, located in the heart of Arcadia FL, offers a unique and unforgettable experience. With plenty of activities to enjoy in Desoto County, including fossil hunting on the Peace River or kayaking, you can find plenty to keep you busy during your stay. Nestled under a sprawling live oak tree on our 10-acre property, our glamping tent has everything you need to make your camping trip a breeze. Enjoy a comfortable king-size bed while listening to the soothing sounds of nature. Our refrigerator, complete with a freezer drawer, will keep your drinks and snacks fresh. And our coffee bar, featuring a Keurig coffee maker, is the perfect way to start your day while watching the sun come up over the orange groves. Outside of the tent, you'll find hammock chairs hanging from the oak tree, a grill cart with a griddle, and a fire pit with a grate for cooking your meals. Plus, our full bathroom, located just steps away from the campsite, offers a flush toilet and walk-in shower to help you feel refreshed after a day of adventure. Book your stay with us today and experience the ultimate glamping adventure!

4. Sunshine Camp

46mi from Sarasota · 1 site · RV

Relax under the Florida sun in a peaceful, country setting—yet just minutes from town. Our RV spot is perfectly located between Fort Myers and Sarasota, only 15 minutes from Punta Gorda and 3 minutes from Punta Gorda Airport. Walmart, Aldi, and Home Depot are just 5 minutes away. Site includes 50-amp power, water hookup, and Wi-Fi. While we don’t have on-site sewer, convenient dump stations are nearby. Explore beautiful beaches within an hour, including Englewood Beach, Stump Pass Beach State Park, Boca Grande Beach, Port Charlotte Beach Park, and Ponce de Leon Park. Craving great food? Enjoy authentic Mexican at Los Mariachis or Isabel & Annabel’s, Asian flavors at NO. 1 Wok, Mint Thai Cuisine, or Pho Saigon, or classic Italian at Carmelo's Ristorante. Peace, sun, beaches, and delicious food—all within reach. Make this your home away from home, whether for a week, a month, or longer.

5. Two Tall Pines

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21mi from Sarasota · 2 sites · RVs

We will share our piece of paradise with you. It is 3 blocks (cross no main roads) to Shamrock Park and the Venetian Intercoastal Waterway with walk and bike trail, playground, tennis courts, basketball hoops and nature center plus restrooms at the park. Our quiet, safe neighborhood includes a boat ramp, a separate kayak launch as well as fishing spots along the intercoastal. All 4 of the Venice beaches (including a dog beach) are within 7 miles of our location and are well known for finding shark teeth. Our beach's offer free parking, outdoor yoga, drum circle and live music. Downtown Venice offers a variety of stores, restaurants, souvenir shops, high end clothing, an interactive splash fountain and several ice cream shops. It also offers Historic Walking Tours and Farmer's Market (Saturday mornings). Venice has four main beaches: Venice Municipal Beach 4.8 miles (the most popular); Nokomis Beach 6.9 miles (home of the Drum Circle at sunset on Wednesday and Saturday evenings); South Brohard Beach (22 acres including a dog park) 4.5 miles and Caspersen Beach 5.3 miles (the longest beach in Sarasota County and famous for its shark teeth). 30amp electric and water included. You must use holding tanks. Maximum stay is 7 days.

Public campgrounds near Sarasota

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Oscar Scherer Campground

12mi from Sarasota · 96 sites · Tents, RVs · in Oscar Scherer State Park

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Palmetto Ridge Campground

16mi from Sarasota · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Myakka River State Park

Panoramic from the canopy overlook! Don't miss this!

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Old Prairie Campground

16mi from Sarasota · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Myakka River State Park

Myakka River Cabins

16mi from Sarasota · 5 sites · in Myakka River State Park

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Lake Manatee Campground

16mi from Sarasota · 54 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Manatee State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Alejandra

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

What a mesmerizing weekend get away. I'll start by saying that A.J was very responsive to all my questions (and I had many); he was very informative and understanding to all my concerns before getting into the property. The place was just so beautiful and peaceful that we decided not to leave the property at all. We walked around and found a nice pond with a "teenage" alligator; we named him "Mr lonely" because well, he was lonely... lol During the morning, we woke up early to see the sunrise, cooked breakfast in the grill, and sat in the hammocks enjoying the lovely scenery and tranquil atmosphere that this place brings. During afternoon hours, we walked around exploring the property; we saw wild rabbits, possums, beautiful butterflies, and of course, “Mr. Lonely; we sat by the pond for a while enjoying the beauty of nature. In the evening, we cooked dinner, sat by the fire pit, made s'mores, enjoyed the clear skies and the weather. Lastly, our dog was in heaven! He ran and wondered around all over the place. We will definitely be back to this lovey unique place.

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Mary

September 2025

1 night at Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

We loved this beautiful spot! We really enjoyed our time here! The host was very responsive, and our glamping site was outfitted with everything! I highly recommend!!

Jeremy

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Glampers Camp

Great campground that is convenient to stores, gas stations, and the beach. Clean campground, clean campsite that was easy to level on. All around great spot. We have friends in Rotunda and will 100% be back to this one.

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Dennis

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

Had a great time at Serenity Acres. AJ has created a great glamping location for both summer and winter glamping. Everything we needed was provided. As a first time glamper was unsure what was needed but AJ knew and provided it. Looking forward to returning. Dennis

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Miranda

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Glampers Camp

Great location. Our point of contact was great. We enjoy the neighborhood and pool.

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Danny

May 2025

45 ft fifth wheel

With pets

4 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Nice, private full hookup site close to the beach.

Dawn

April 2025

42 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

We had a wonderful stay at this RV campsite! The site was fully equipped with 50 amp electric, water, and sewer hookups that worked perfectly. The fully fenced-in yard with a locking gate gave us a nice sense of privacy and security, and the shed on site was a helpful bonus for storing items. It’s located on a busy road, and backing in was a little tricky, but it was manageable, and once we were settled in, we really appreciated the space and setup. It was a quiet, comfortable spot, and we’ll definitely stay here again!

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Jamie

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

I booked this adorable glamp site for my husbands birthday and we loved it! Such a cute set up and AJ was super helpful and had everything ready for us! Our pup loved it too!

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Alison

March 2025

With pets

2 nights at Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

Everything was perfect, and we lucked out with some cool weather. The tent was large but still cozy. We enjoyed exploring the property, which has lots of large oak trees to lie in the shade and open areas to run around The dog loved being off leash, and my 4 year olds had a great first camping experience. They absolutely loved the swings. Thank you, Aj for providing such a magical experience.

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Justine

February 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Nice private mostly grassy area, great for the dog to run and play

Terri

February 2025

32 ft Class C

With kids

15 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

One of the best stays we have had!! The lot is amazing, full fenced in yard! We went to the ymca just a mile down the road. The beaches are close, stores are close. Loved the farmers market on Dearborn. If you haven’t been shark tooth hunting. Check out shark frenzy to get all the information you need to do it. Crystal was great, she answered quickly to any questions we had. Also shared some local events going on!! Hoping to spend a month here next time!

Jeff

February 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

4 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

We really enjoyed being able to have our dog off leash and free to just be. The site is nice, has everything you need in regard to hookups. The street is busy but our RV has noise control so it was not an issue for us. Crystal was very responsive when we reached out.

Jeff

February 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

4 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Extended our stay several times! We loved it. Site is well maintained and includes everything you could need. Crystal is great!

Jeff

January 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Very nice site, great location, excellent condition, fabulous host. We enjoyed everything about our stay and extended our stay 3 times.

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Melanie

January 2025

39 ft Class A

3 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Our first HipCamp experience and it was a great success. Everything was as advertised and Crystal, though we didn’t meet her, was immediately responsive to our messages. The property was neat, maintained and completely fenced which was perfect for our dogs.

Wendy

January 2025

24 ft pop-up camper

With kids

5 nights at Two Tall Pines

We loved our stay at David and Brenda’s! They live in a friendly, quiet, safe neighborhood, close to many different beaches. They gave us recommendations on places to go and where to find shark teeth and were always quick to answer any questions we had. I would definitely stay there again!

Wilbert

December 2024

1 night at Glampers Camp

Happy to stay. Had a great time. The owner is friendly and proactive.

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Susie

December 2024

25 ft Class C

With kids

2 nights at Two Tall Pines

We really enjoyed our 2 nights at David and Brenda’s. We experienced their warm hospitality and quiet neighbourhood. David gave us some great local recommendations for food and activities, and even kindly leant us their ‘Florida snow shovel’ to search for shark teeth on the beach. The RV space was flat and easy to park in, and the hookups were easy to access. If we weren’t visiting from Australia, we would definitely be back in a heartbeat!

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Gerda

December 2024

37 ft Class A

With pets

3 nights at Brainy And Footsy Beach Pad

Place was clean , easy accessible beach , stores , great location . Was easy to communicate with a host !

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Miriel

November 2024

With kids

3 nights at Serenity Acres Glamping Retreat

I loved the little retreat! It was all that camping is with the luxuries of home. We had A/C during the day, and heat during the cold night. A beautiful rain shower and bathroom. The tent itself is like stepping into a dream bedroom. King sized bed, and he set up a queen sized air mattress for my kids. There was still PLENTY of room for activities. The mini fridge held 3 days worth of fresh food. The keurig was a nice touch. I loved having the option to cook on the fire pit with the grill grate, or in the blackstone as well. All in all a wonderful experience.