Turtle Beach Campground
***If you are trying to make an advanced reservation for this time next year (2027), please read the following***
The method for booking a campsite EXACTLY one (1) year in advance is changing on Monday, March 16th, 2026. To prepare for the new updates, please click here to review a tutorial. Please note this is ONLY for booking 365 days in advance.
In the event that the campsite(s) due to become available online 365 days ahead do not release before the campground office opens at 9 am, reservations will be booked ONLY through phone call (941) 861-2267 starting at 9am (EST).
Pets are not permitted at Turtle Beach Campground.
Turtle Beach Campground is Sarasota County’s premier beachfront campground on Siesta Key. You are only a moment’s stroll to Turtle Beach and your own personal paradise. From sunrise to sunset, it is truly a unique camping experience. This intimate campground features 39 RV and tent sites. Take the free open-air trolley into town and visit all that Siesta Village has to offer including restaurants, shops, sightseeing, and more.
Reservation Reschedules, Changes, No-Shows, and Cancellations:
- All cancellation and reschedule requests must be submitted to turtlebeachcampground@scgov.net
- All reservation reschedules, changes, or cancellations, resulting in a refund, are subject to a $25.00 processing fee and any request received less than 48 hours prior to check-in time are subject to a fee equal to the nightly rate.
- Cancelled single night reservations are non-refundable, no additional fees required.
- Reschedule or change requests will be accepted up to 48 hours prior to the scheduled check-in time. Guests are responsible for any price increase resulting from a reschedule. Availability for reschedule is not guaranteed.
- No refunds shall be issued for early departures, late arrivals, inclement weather, or other environmental hazards.
- Sliding Reservation: Sliding, advancing a campsite reservation beyond the allowed one year booking window, is not permitted. Once a campsite is reserved, a request for cancellation, reschedule, or change to an existing reservation will not be accepted until one year prior to the scheduled check out date.
- No-Shows: Failure to arrive by 1 p.m. the day following your stated arrival date or not notifying the park by close of business on the reservation start date constitutes a no-show status. The site will then be released, and fees retained.
Fun Facts:
- Turtle Beach Campground is one of only a few campgrounds in Florida with direct beach access.
- Turtle Beach Campground was established as a Gulf Beach Campground in 1921 and was acquired by Sarasota County in 2006.
- The campground is a quick, free trolley ride away from the white sands of Siesta Beach, previously rated the No. 1 Beach in the U.S. from TripAdvisor and Dr. Beach.
- Sea turtle season is May 1 - Oct. 31. Experience the unique opportunity to see loggerhead and green turtle nests on the shores of Turtle Beach.
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Nightly Rate:
| Rates (effective October 2024) | |
| Nightly rate | $75 |
| Discount for stays of 21-30 nights | 10% |
Tax is an additional 13% (includes 7% state tax and 6% bed tax). Rates are subject to change without notice.
Brochure:
Turtle Beach Campground Brochure
Online Reservations:
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Online Reservation Restrictions are as Follows:
- Oct. 23 - 25, 2026 is the campground Fall Fest, please call the office to book.
- Nov. 6 - 8, 2026 is the Veterans Day Camping weekend, please call the office to book.
- Nov. 25 - 28, 2026 Thanksgiving Holiday, please call the office to book.
- Dec. 23 - 25, 2026 Christmas Holiday, please call the office to book.
- Dec. 30, 2026 - Jan. 2, 2027 New Year, please call the office to book.
Closures:
The campground will close for maintenance Sept. 14, 2026 and reopen for check-ins on Sept. 18, 2026.
Contact Us:
Phone: 941-861-CAMP (2267)
Email: turtlebeachcampground@scgov.net
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Observed Holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day
8862 Midnight Pass Road Sarasota, Florida, 34242
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Campground and Turtle Beach Park Amenities:
- Tent camping
- Recreational vehicle camping
- Full hookups included with each site (20/30/50 amp electrical service, water, and sewer)
- Free Wi-Fi and cable television (Wi-Fi and cable service are not guaranteed)
- Crushed shell padded sites
- Onsite Camp Host
- Direct access to Turtle Beach
- Portable Restrooms and Shower trailers
- Fishing
- Playground
- Picnic area with charcoal grills
- Kayak launch: Bring your own kayak/SUP or contact one of our permitted vendors for rentals or tours
- Free trolley services to Siesta Beach, Siesta Village, and Downtown Sarasota (77 Siesta Islander Trolley)