Fort Pickens Campground Loop E
Photo: NPS Photo / Kiss
About
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.
Campsites
Location
1400 Fort Pickens Road
Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
Fees
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.
Reservations
All reservations must be made by visiting www.recreation.gov or call the reservation hotline 1-877-444-6777.
Make a Reservation →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.
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
Accessibility
All roads are paved and each campsite features a paved pad.
Free WIFI is available at the Fort Pickens Visitor Center. Benches outside the building.
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.
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Most sites have height, length, and slide restrictions, please consult the recreation.gov listing for details.
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The campground features accessible restrooms and showers.
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground