Fort Pickens Campground, FL - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Fort Pickens Campground in Escambia County is located 41 min southwest of Pensacola, FL with an elevation of 7 feet. There are a total of 187 campsites including 14 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 173 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 143 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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Below freezing temps are predicted every night from Sunday (1/25) night through the following Sunday night 2/1. Campground Dump Stations will be closed in the evenings and re-opened in the mornings as temperatures allow.

Beginning September 15, 2025, Gulf Islands National Seashore will launch a project to renovate restroom facilities in the Fort Pickens Campground. The B/D loop restroom and showers have been completed. The project has now moved on to the E loop restroom and shower facilities. To minimize disruption to visitors, only one restroom facility will be closed at a time throughout the project.

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Campsite Reviews (2524)

4.2 out of 5

5 star		56%
4 star		23%
3 star		9%
2 star		4%
1 star		6%

@BrentE6243DB42 · Camped on Dec 19, 2025 at Campsite #D11

I booked twice in December and couldnt make it either time due to last minute work priorities and it was too late for a refund. But too a good cause I suppose.

@MichaelO624286 · Camped on Dec 19, 2025 at Campsite #A30

We stayed in Loop A which has a nice layout, lots of trees (no tall rigs allowed) and an adjacent nature trail. An easy walk to the gorgeous, mostly empty beach. Great beach sunsets. We also walked the beach to Langdon Battery and back.The bath house was really pretty battered, BUT they are redoing all the bath houses and were very clear about that. we went to look at one of the redone ones on another loop. If they are all redone to that level it will be very nice once completed. There was plentiful hot water in the showers.The Florida Scenic Trail links both camping areas and the fort. Easy bike ride to the fort and environs. Fort has a decent gift shop. Guided tour was very interesting and not too long. Bring what youll need for supplies with you its a long slow drive back to civilization!. But thats part of the appeal.

@BobP1015720 · Camped on Dec 16, 2025 at Campsite #A32

The new restroom renovations in the "D" loop are great! We are looking forward to the "A" loop renovation as they are in bad shape. Thanks for moving forward on these improvements.

@DavidL8659169 · Camped on Dec 16, 2025 at Campsite #C40

What a beautiful and quiet place to spend some time in December. Truly a rare spot to camp on the Gulf.

@StevenA63780FA · Camped on Dec 16, 2025 at Campsite #A21

My wife and I travel full time and Fort Pickens campground is our go to when were heading west for winter. Well maintained and great, largely empty beautiful beaches. Highly recommended.

@JohnS6889697 · Camped on Dec 15, 2025 at Campsite #A30

Spent a wonderful week at fort pickins Fla. Stayed in a loop with water and electricity tent camping with family in four sites. This place is like paradise for tent camping. Wonderful temps with cold mornings and sunny days except for one rainy day. Hosts were super friendly and helpful.

@williams984835 · Camped on Dec 15, 2025 at Campsite #A27

Gulf of America was a little too cold. All else was excellent, trails for biking and walking.

@GeneviveM73BDC · Camped on Dec 15, 2025 at Campsite #B1

Love the beach, right across the road!

@BobbyB8473220 · Camped on Dec 14, 2025 at Campsite #E18

Beautiful beaches, and the park staff takes great care of the facilities. The fishing pier is very nice, and the boardwalks are very convenient for patrons. Unfortunately, the RV spots are too short and do not leave enough room to park your truck. The entire island has a fit if your truck tire touches a blade of grass or dirt. The camping spots should be extended in length, or a gravel or asphalt parking pad should be added adjacent to each camper spot to facilitate a better user experience for Patrons who pay to camp there.

@louiser7563199 · Camped on Dec 13, 2025 at Campsite #E23

Camping vraiment propre et tranquille. Cest parfait pour visiter le fort Mer i

@HannahY2A4E2F8 · Camped on Dec 12, 2025 at Campsite #E65

I wish the shower rooms are cleaner and wish there is a trash can in men's restroom.

@TimothyM325903 · Camped on Dec 11, 2025 at Campsite #E2

The campground was very well maintained and clean. We enjoyed our visit.

@DavidS3927304 · Camped on Dec 11, 2025 at Campsite #C10

We had site C 10 there was plenty of room. The campgrounds and facilities were clean and the staff was nice. The new showers will nice when they are done.

@LauraA6708484 · Camped on Dec 9, 2025 at Campsite #E45

Very clean and accessible campground. Some sites are very short with height restrictions - make sure you can fit in the site you are reserving!

@StevenR7674985 · Camped on Dec 8, 2025 at Campsite #E20

A must go place if you are visiting Pensacola. The campground is clean & well kept. The ocean side beach is beautiful. The bay side beach is not as pristine however our pup loved walking around on that beach. Dogs were not allowed on the ocean side. Fort Pickens was interesting & educational.The best part was seeing the Blue Angels fly overhead at the campground. It was really incredible!

@JayG9737354 · Camped on Dec 8, 2025 at Campsite #A39

Stunning Park & Beach!

@BillS4028348 · Camped on Dec 6, 2025 at Campsite #E58

Nice and quiet campground. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Close to Pensacola and plenty of beach. Peg Leg Pete's was an excellent restaurant.

@TanyaM3877012 · Camped on Dec 6, 2025 at Campsite #E18

Did not like one of the camp hosts. The others were nice but one was rude/borderline unprofessional.

@JamesH5225020 · Camped on Dec 3, 2025 at Campsite #E43

I just love Fort Pickens. It Quiet and beaches are beautiful..

@RobertB6182770 · Camped on Dec 3, 2025 at Campsite #A27

We camp there all the time one of our favorite campgrounds we live about 1/2 hr from there . The staff is great really enjoy camping there

@BobbiCD632B1F3 · Camped on Dec 2, 2025 at Campsite #A11

Quiet and peaceful area. Was nice walking on the beach. Just wish it had been a bit warmer!

@TeresaH3357633 · Camped on Dec 2, 2025 at Campsite #A12

Even in December this is a beautiful place to be.

@CharlesL794562 · Camped on Dec 2, 2025 at Campsite #A29

One of the few open natural seashore environments unobstructed by hotels, high rise condominiums, amusement parks, etc on the Gulf coast. Significant historical interest.

@EddieL17573718 · Camped on Dec 1, 2025 at Campsite #A43

Loved the nature trails

@GregM1251637 · Camped on Nov 30, 2025 at Campsite #A42

My opinion might be influenced by the fact that the weather at home was snowy and 30 versus nearly 70 at Fort Pickens but my whole experience was great. The camp ground was a (maybe) 5 minute walk from the beach and the beach was beautiful. The campground and restrooms were well maintained and the showers were spacious and had both warm water and warm temperatures. I find that its usually one or the other and not both. I would definitely camp at Fort Pickens again!

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