Picayune Strand Horseshoe Primitive Campground

About

Picayune Strand Horseshoe Primitive Campground is a rustic, equestrian-focused campground located in Collier County, approximately 8 miles east of Naples. The campground sits within the 74,168-acre Picayune Strand State Forest, which encompasses cypress strands, wet pine flatwoods, and wet prairies characteristic of southwest Florida. The campground features 6 tent-only sites, each accommodating up to 8 people with space for one vehicle and 1-2 tents. Sites include fire rings and picnic tables. Portable restrooms are provided, but there is no potable water or electricity; campers must bring their own water. For equestrians, 17 uncovered horse stalls are available, with non-potable water accessible at the stalls. Recreational opportunities include horseback riding on 22 miles of equestrian trails that are part of the Florida Forest Service Trailtrotter Program. The forest also offers hiking, off-road biking, bird watching, and wildlife viewing. Horses require current negative Coggins test documentation. Campfires are permitted in fire rings but are subject to county burn bans.

Directions

From I-75 South: Exit 111 (Naples Park), take Immokalee Road east for 8 miles, turn right on Randall Boulevard for 3.4 miles, turn right on Everglades Boulevard for 9.4 miles, then turn right on 52nd Avenue and continue 1 mile to the entrance. From I-75 North (Alligator Alley): Exit 80, take FL-29 North for 10 miles, turn left on Oil Well Road for 12.7 miles, turn left on Everglades Boulevard for 10.5 miles, then turn right on 52nd Avenue for 1 mile.