Island Retreat Florida
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- Private island for up to 20 guests in Tampa Bay
- About 20 minutes' drive south of central Tampa
- Primitive wild camping, with boat or canoe/kayak rental available
Ever fancied escaping to your own private island? Somewhere that you (and up to 19 of your closest friends) can have a bit of an adventure without any neighbors other than the occasional passing dolphin?
It probably sounds like the stuff of dreams (or perhaps lottery wins…) but it’s actually a real-life possibility at Island Retreat Florida, which welcomes just one group at a time to stay at its primitive campground. And you don’t even need to do a whole lot of intrepid travelling to get there, as it’s right there in Tampa Bay, a fairly short boat trip/kayak paddle away from the shoreline. You’ll be able to rent boats, kayaks or canoes if you don’t have your own to bring along.
This little island was completely overgrown when the current owner bought it a few years back, and although it’s now been developed slightly for guests the vibe here is still very much wild camping. Fire rings, primitive toilets and raised tent structures are provided, but otherwise you’ll need to bring everything you need, including drinking water, bug spray, torches and toilet paper (plus bags for disposal).
It’s really all about getting back to nature here, and you’ll need to have one eye on your surroundings at all times, whether that’s looking out for weather and tides or making sure you’ve got suitable water shoes to avoid stepping on stingrays and sharp oyster shells along the shoreline.
If you do fancy returning to civilization for a little while, it’s a relatively easy paddle back across the water to a great riverside bar and grill (and proper restrooms…)
Campground type
20
5Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- A charge of $100.00 applies for the use of the shower.
- Guests under the age of 5 are not allowed on site.
- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No hot water No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Island Retreat Florida
6501 Riverview Drive
Riverview
Florida
USA
33578
Directions Timezone
America/New_York EDT (GMT-04:00)
GPS
27.86085°N
-82.381°W
Route directions
Access is by water only, there is a boat ramp nearby.
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
You'll likely spend most of your time here just hanging out and exploring your own island, but if you'd like to see more of Tampa Bay, take your canoes/kayaks out for a paddle to the likes of Fantasy Island, Bird Island or Beer Can Island. Alternatively, just head back to shore for a meal at River's Edge Bar and Grill or maybe a game at Showmen’s Disc Golf Course.
Looking a little further afield, you may like to explore the wider Tampa area, adding things like Busch Gardens (half an hour’s drive), ZooTampa at Lowry Park (25 minutes) and Croc Encounters (25 minutes).
For beach days, look to places like Apollo Beach (15 minutes), Davis Island (25 minutes) or Bahia Beach (25 minutes).
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Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Island Retreat Florida have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Island Retreat Florida dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Island Retreat Florida? You'll likely spend most of your time here just hanging out and exploring your own island, but if you'd like to see more of Tampa Bay, take your canoes/kayaks out for a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Island Retreat Florida?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 11 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Island Retreat Florida? From $100 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.