State: Florida
Address 1: #1 Causeway Boulevard
City: Dunedin
Zip: 34698
Phone: 727-469-5942
Open all Year: Yes
Camp URL: http://www.floridastateparks.org/anclotekey/default.cfm
Full Hook: Yes
Free: No
About: Enjoy the blue-green Gulf waters that lap gently along the sandy beaches of the four islands that make up Anclote Key Preserve State Park – Anclote Key, North Anclote Bar, South Anclote Bar and Three Rooker Island. Located three miles off the coast of Tarpon Springs, Anclote Key Preserve State Park is accessible only by private boat or ferry service. The 403-acre park is home to at least 43 species of birds, including the American oystercatcher, bald eagle and piping plover. A picturesque 1887 lighthouse stands as a sentinel on the southern end of the island. Visitors can swim and sunbathe at the beach, fire up a grill and enjoy a picnic or pitch a tent and enjoy a night of primitive camping under the stars. There are no provisions offered on the island, so be prepared to bring your own water and supplies.
Primitive camping is available on the north end of the island. A composting toilet is located in the area. No potable water is available on the island. Campers must pack in supplies and pack out trash. To camp on the island, call (727) 638-4447.
