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From jct I-75 (exit 205) & Hwy 72: Go 6 mi W on Hwy 72, then 2-1/2 mi S on Midnight Pass Rd.
Knowing what you’re getting is key to appreciating this campground. This is a very small campground with wooden walls separating each site. We stayed at the very first site off the road (before the gate). We were basically right on the road, and heard traffic and music from the bar across the street all evening. We camped in a rooftop tent, and were pretty tight in the site. Bathrooms were dated, but fairly clean. There were two showers in the restroom. One was large and had lots of space to shower and change. The other was small, and you stood sort of tall with short doors. Little strange to be able to see over the top while showering. If you have a camper with facilities, this would not be an issue. No campfires allowed, which really takes away from the whole camp atmosphere for me. I understand why they don’t allow fires, as everything is tightly packed in.
The best parts of Turtle Beach Campground: location! A few steps to the beach, a free trolley ride to Siesta Key. A great little restaurant right across the road. It’s all about knowing what to expect, and you’ll be happy here.
If you're expecting a wooded, spacious campground you'll be disappointed however if you like to be near a beautiful beach adjacent to a county park with a boat ramp, kayak launch and convenient to restaurants and Siesta key you'll love this place. Clean bathrooms and helpful staff at the visitors center. The reservation website needs work and the 7am time slot for new registrations completely disregards other timezones.
I had the pleasure of coming to this site twice recently. It is absolutely blissful. The grounds are clean and extremely well kept, the communication about reservation is clear, and the beaches are simply breath taking. There is a laundry room. A very clean bathroom area with big showers with enough room to dry off and change. The road is illuminated from the floor at night so you can see where you’re walking. Each site has a picnic table. I didn’t see a single mosquito either time i was there. I was in a sprinter van, but because of the amenities I would absolutely do a tent here. The beaches feel intimate and not over crowded, by far my favorite part is the beach, a short walk from each campsite. Active marine life and very clear water. It truly is paradise. Come for the beach and don’t forget to stay for the sunsets. Can’t wait to come back!!!
