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Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Tarpon Springs, FL
Accessible solely by boat, this island off the coast of Tarpon Springs is given due reverence by folks who appreciate its lonely, four-mile-long stretch of coastal terrain and its exclusion from developers and commercialism. Home to a range of bird species, the island is open for day use on the south end, which also hosts a presidential-created...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
South of St. Petersburg, this nature preserve sprawls across 245 acres of terrain, encompassing marshlands, lake shores, and forests. Wildlife, from birds to alligators, populates the area, which is crossed by boardwalks and nature trails. Tours and special activities are held in the park regularly, including nighttime hikes and kids' day camps. A...
Caladesi Island and Honeymoon Island State Parks
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL
Although a causeway connects Honeymoon Island to the mainland, Caladesi is accessible only by boat. Nevertheless, both islands are undeveloped, boasting incredible natural scenery and plenty of opportunity to observe native flora and fauna. You'll also find picnicking facilities, nature trails and restrooms. Most folks come to swim, decompress,...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Clearwater Beach, FL
Locus for much of the area's beach-going, Clearwater is famous for its beautiful white sands and excellent swimming. It's also frequented by families out for a day of fun and by folks who have more hedonistic pleasures in mind (though not necessarily in the same vicinity). There's plenty to keep visitors occupied, from water sports to fishing,...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715
Spread across several barrier islands and encompassing 900 acres of terrain, this much-frequented park is perfect for families, as you'll see most any weekend. Seven miles of beaches give it its strongest punch, but you'll also find a fort from the days of the Spanish-American War, plus campsites, picnic facilities, playgrounds, boat launches, two...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: 1700 Gulf Blvd, south of Clearwater, Indian Rocks Beach, FL
If you like the scenery of Clearwater Beach but can't justify the hassle of getting there or its shoulder-to-shoulder crowds, Indian Rocks Beach is a pleasant alternative. Not nearly so commercialized, it harks back to the beach-going of past days. That's not to say, however, that civilization has been dismissed. Venues for dining, shopping, and...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL
The prospect of lazy, easy-going beach life issues a siren's call to visitors at Pass-a-Grille, whose name is derived from the French settlers who used to grill their daily catch in the vicinity. The beach itself is long and only a block or so deep. It also enjoys a reputation as being one of the best local places to take in the sunset. In fact,...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: 1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
This lovely, beachside county park, inexplicably, doesn't pull in the crowds that some of the area's other beaches do – which is just fine with those who like its relatively quiet surroundings. Surfers, in particular, head to Sand Key when winds and waves kick up, but it's also frequented by early risers who like to take in the morning with a...
Category: Parks & Beaches - St. Petersburg Attractions & Activities
Address: St Petersburg, FL 33706
Treasure Island actually offers several beaches, but the neighborhood itself is a good prospect for shoreline fun during the day and nightlife fun later on. The island is a particular favorite of kite-fliers, who capitalize on Gulf winds to build their skills and show off a range of diverse kites. Sunset Beach, Treasure Island Beach Access Park,...
