Experts' Choice Award Fort De Soto Park
What the experts agree on
Five islands spanning 1,136 acres with pristine beaches that feel wonderfully remote despite being near Tampa Bay—Florida's premier undeveloped beach park offering genuine wilderness escape.
“Spread over five small islands, 1,136-acre Fort De Soto Park lies at the mouth of Tampa Bay.”
– Fodor's
Fodor's "Anywhere you go in this county park can make you feel like you're hundreds of miles from civilization, but the beach on the northern tip of this island chain has perhaps the most remote feel." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Fort DeSoto's 1136-acres of unspoiled wilderness is unquestionably one of Florida’s premier beach parks – with the accolades to prove it." Full review
