And spots at the 236-site campground, nestled among mangroves ... in FL,” Sandy Cope Brennan wrote in a comment in the Best of Fort DeSoto Park Facebook group. “The racoons are the worst ...

The park is also one of the best places in St ... especially the lengthy dog beach. Fort De Soto Park is open year-round from 7 a.m. to sunset. However, the camping area is always open.