We came here until 2005 or 2006, whenever the county took over and established the no pet rule. We now go on down Venice each January..last year we rode up to to check things out...there were only 5 sites filled when before there used to be a waiting list...We were told that the pet restrictions had not hurt their business. Our 13 year old cat ...

Liked the people, sunsets, fishing, friendships, food, potlucks, shelling
beautiful laid back atmosphere, old Florida
Sites are full hookups and all are in close proximity to the Gulf Shore. hearing the conch shells at Sunset. Good food just across the street. Boat rentals, bike rentals also across the street. Bluegrass music under the picnic shelter twice a year.

We enjoy this place for 4 years.The location is perfect for us, everything is near. The perfectcombination of quiet beautiful beach,lively activity and rest and peace. Thanks: Martha&Jorge Delgado

We have been coming to Gulf Beach Campground for numerous years now and it is our favourite place to visit. We have made lots of friends here and it makes it a pleasure to come back and see everyone. It is a pity that the top sites have been lost and the beach is bigger but we are coming back this year (2007) to have a look and hope that it hasn't lost its atmosphere. We will add to this when we return!!!!

This place is paradise! Old Florida at its best! We've never enjoyed camping at any place better than Gulf Beach Campground. The County has made a mess of it, so we won't be coming back. Fourteen days isn't long enough for us. We always wanted to stay for 2 months, but we were happy to enjoy one month these past 5 winters. So many ...

I lived here from June until August for nearly 8 years of my life. There were regulars then, as I am sure there are now. Everything was always clean with good restaurants nearby. The beach is my heart and soul to this day and I am an Ohio girl. Sitting on your site and watching the sunrise while eating breakfast, the shark tanks, nothing bad to say ...

This is a wonderful spot on the beach. But what really made it extra special was the "regulars," the people that stayed here for extended periods year after year. Many of the families that have been coming to spend time here have been coming for years, even decades. The summer or winter cook-outs and get-togethers were a great time for ...

This is old Florida, with shade on the beach. Family asmosphere. Sand , Sun and Clear beautiful water. Fishing and crabbing from shore. Cook your fresh catch at your campsite. Boat launch in park next door. Fish cleaning table with water on the lagoon. wonderful kayaking and snorkeling. Picnic tables at each site. Full hookups. Marina across the ...