Gulf To Bay - TOP BEACHES - 2017

St. Petersburg/ Clearwater area

HONEYMOON ISLAND STATE PARK CALADESI ISLAND STATE PARK CLEARWATER BEACH SAND KEY BELLEAIR BEACH & BELLEAIR SHORE INDIAN ROCKS BEACH & INDIAN SHORES REDINGTON BEACHES MADEIRA BEACH TREASURE ISLAND ST. PETE BEACH PASS-A-GRILLE BEACH FORT DE SOTO PARK

ith its wide sugar-sand beaches and emerald-clear surf; a vast array of lodgings, restaurants and bars; and kid-friendly water sports, it’s no surprise that fun-loving Clearwater Beach was voted the No. 1 beach in America in 2016 and No. 20 in the world in 2016 by TripAdvisor. This popular city-beach caters to everyone, from millennials to couples and families.

Stroll the half-mile Beach Walk, check out the surf shops and cafes, and enjoy the stunning gulf views.

Sail away on a pirate ship, go dolphin watching, wine and dine on a sunset dinner cruise or head out on a fishing charter. Just minutes away, Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Winter the famous movie-star dolphin are ready to delight. Don’t miss a grouper sandwich at one of four Frenchy’s seafood restaurants or a beachfront margarita at Palm Pavilion. For the best beach view in town, you can’t beat the rooftop bar at Jimmy’s Crow’s Nest at Pier House 60. Sunsets at Pier 60 is a nightly gathering filled with crafters, buskers and live music. Save one night to indulge in a fine dining experience at one of the many outstanding Clearwater Beach restaurants, like Caretta on the Gulf at the opulent Sandpearl Resort.

ip your toes in the azure water, settle in at a tiki bar, try your hand at paddleboarding or indulge in a lavish spa day – it’s all easy to do at bustling and beautiful St. Pete Beach. With miles of beaches, surf shops and boutiques, and a vast array of lodging, dining and water sports for all ages, including the Dolphin Landings sunset sail cruise, it’s easy to see why this gently-curving stretch of perfection was voted TripAdvisor’s No. 4 Beach in the U.S. in 2016. From the five-star luxury of the historic 1920s Pink Palace – The Don CeSar Hotel – to the family-friendly TradeWinds Island Resorts and dozens of hotels and small inns, there’s a place for all tastes and budgets. Some of the best beach bars can be found here, too, like Jimmy B’s, the Undertow and Harry’s. Or try the Grand Plaza Hotel’s Level 11 Rooftop Lounge for stunning 360-degree views of the gulf and intracoastal. An added bonus: If you feel the need for some culture and an urban vibe, fun-filled downtown St. Petersburg is just 20 minutes away.

Honeymoon Island State Park IT ’S E A S Y TO S E E w hy Hon eym o o n Isl an d i s F l o ri da’s m os t -v i s i t e d s t a t e p ar k , wi th i ts b a l a n ce of n a t u re a n d a m e n i ti es al o n g 4 m i l es of u n de ve l op e d b e a c h e s . T hi s 3 8 5- acre b ar r i er is l an d off Du n e d i n i s p op u l a r wi th l o cal s an d v i si t o rs al i ke . St op a t t h e Ro tar y C en ten ni al Nat u re C e nt e r u p on a r r i v i n g to l ear n ab o ut th e is l an d ’s fl ora , fau n a a n d h i s to r y – yes, th i s ac t u al l y wa s a “ h on ey m oon i sl an d ” i n the 1 94 0s, co m pl e t e w i t h t h a t c h e d h u t s . Swi m , f i sh and sn o rke l , pi c n i c or e n j oy a h i ke al o n g th e Osp rey Tra i l , wh e re os p rey n e s t s c a n b e sp o tted i n the ta l l sl ash p i n e s . Ke e p a n eye o u t fo r g o p her tort o i se s, g re a t h or n e d ow l s and resi d ent eag l e s. Lo t s of p a r ki n g , f i r s t -rate co ncessi o n s an d pi cn i c a re a s m a ke t h i s a g reat fam i l y b each .

A rri ve e a rl y for g ood s h e l l i n g . TIP : Ho n eym o o n Isl an d c a n g e t c rowd e d on weeken d s; ai m fo r a m i dwe e k vi s i t i f p oss i b l e .

Caladesi Island StatePark O NE O F THE FEW complet ely na t ura l ba rrier is la nds al o n g F l orida’s Gulf Coa s t , Ca la des i Is la nd is co nsi stent ly ra nked a mong the na t ion’s top bea ches fo r i ts uns poiled beaut y. The 3-mile-long is la nd wit h i ts sug ar-s a nd bea ch is a ccess ible only by boa t . Ta ke a sho r t ferry ride from Honeymoon Is la nd or rent a k ayak f rom t he out fitt er a long the Dunedin caus eway.

The o n l y crowds a t Ca la des i t end to be of t he feathere d va riet y. T he bea ch is renowned for attracti ng ma ny s pecies of migra t ing s horebirds , of fer i ng excellent birdwa t ching opport unit ies . A long the b ay s ide of t he is la nd, a pa ddling t ra il winds thro u g h the ma ngroves a nd s ea gra ss fla ts , offering g l i m p ses of birds , fis h a nd ot her wildlife. A ma rina h as overnight dock s pa ce a nd a s ma ll food conces si o n . TIP: Pla n a full day t o ex plore Ca la des i Is la nd and co me prepa red - or gra b lunch a t the ons it e ca fe and rent a ca ba na a s a s plurge.

Clearwater Beach FU N-LOVING CLEARWATER BEACH is w he re s un-s eekers come t o s t ay a nd play. Fo r fa mily a ct ivities a nd a wide va r ie t y of o pt io ns , pa r k yo ur bea ch bla nket on t he s a nd a t Tr ipAdvis o r ’s # 1 Be a c h in t he U.S. for 2016 ( a nd # 20 in t he wo r ld ) . So a k up s ome rays , ride a wa t e rc ra ft , s t ro ll t he ha lf- mile Bea ch Wa lk, check o ut t he s ur f s ho ps o r g ra b a bit e to ea t a long the wa t e r fro nt . Favo r it e s inc lude o ne of four Frenchy’s s ea fo o d re s t aura nt s ( t r y t he g ro upe r s a ndwich) a nd Pa lm Pavilio n fo r o pe n- a ir s uns e t ga zing. From Clea r wa t e r Ma r ina , yo u c a n s a il away on a pira te s hip, go do lphin wa t c hing , w ine a nd dine on a s uns et dinner c r uis e o r he a d o ut o n a fis hing cha rter. T IP: For t he be s t fre e bie in t ow n— a nd comma nding views of wo r ld- c la ss s uns e t s —he a d t o Suns et s a t Pier 6 0, a nig ht ly fe s t iva l w it h c ra ft e r s , bus kers a nd live mus ic .

Sand Key JUST MI N U T E S F ROM T H E h u stl e an d b u stl e of C l e a rwat er B e a c h , S a n d Key Par k i s a h i d d en gem w i t h a w i d e , s a n d y b e a c h, an d sp ectacul ar gulf vi e ws. A 95- a c re cou n t y par k , San d Key h as all t h e am e n i t i e s n e e d e d for a g reat fam i l y d ay at t h e be ac h – p l e n t y of p a r ki ng , shad ed p i cn i c p av i l i o n s, ba t h h ou s e s , a p l aygro u nd , co n cessi o n and o n e of th e a re a’s on l y roc k j etti es. The trai l s pro mi s e g l i m p s e s of s h o reb i rd s, d o l p h i n s and a va ri e t y of ot h e r w i l d l i fe. TIP : G ul f - f ro nt She rat o n S a n d Key a n d b ay- f ro n t Mar r i o tt Suit e s offe r b e s t of b ot h wor l d s: l ow-key rela xa t i o n w i t h e a s y a cce ss t o b ustl i ng Cle a rwat e r Be a c h j u s t a c ross the b r i d g e.

Belleair Beach & Belleair Shore O P EN THE BEACH CHA IR , put up the umbrella an d p u l l out tha t novel: T his s ma ll gulf-front co m m u nit y offers a quiet bea ch perfect for m el ti ng away the s t ress es of t he day. Don’t let the i m p ressi ve wa terfront ma ns ions s ca re you away; p ar k at M orga n Bea ch Pa rk a long Gulf Bouleva rd to f i n d your own pa t ch of s a nd a nd s ea . Genera lly, th e m ai n a ction here is gulls s tea ling chip ba gs , whi ch are bes t hidden benea t h bea ch towels . T IP: It’s o n l y 10 minutes t o Clea rwa ter Bea ch if you need to sha ke it off a nd find s ome a ction.

Indian Rocks Beach & Indian Shores T HIS LONG, CU RVED RI BBON of na r row ba rrier is la nd offers ne a r ly 20 be a c h a cce ss point s lea ding to s ome of t he pre t t ie s t a nd quietes t bea ches a round. Fo r co nve nie nce , fa milies s hould look for a s pa ce a t t he ma in India n Rocks public bea c h pa r k ing lo t , w it h it s res t rooms a nd ba t hho us e . Alo ng G ulf Bouleva rd, condomini ums , be a c h re s o r t s a nd s ea s ide cott a ges s ha re t he be a c hfro nt w it h s ma ll hot els a nd mot e ls , ne ig hbo r ho o d ba r s a nd a va riet y of res taura nt s . Tr y G uppy ’s o n the Bea ch or Sa lt Rock G r ill fo r fre s h s e a fo o d a nd a friendly vibe. If o ne s ize fit s a ll, t his bea ch might be it . TIP : D o n’t miss t he Suncoa s t Sea bird Sa nc t ua r y, a re ha b c linic a nd home to injured pelicans a nd o t he r s ho re birds .

Redington Beaches

Madeira Beach

S H ARI N G ON E LONG STRETC H of co a stl i n e a re t h e t h re e sm al l co m m uni ti es of Re di n g t on S h ore s , Nor th Red i n g to n Beach a n d Re d i n g t on B e a c h . M any co n d o m i ni u m s, h o t e l s a n d m ot e l s l i n e G u l f Bo u l evard , a ffo rd i n g va c a t i on e r s l o ts of o p ti o ns o n thi s st ri p of w h i t e , s a n d y b e ach. The 1 ,2 00- fo o t Re di n g t on Lon g P i e r e nti ces ang l er s wh o co me l ooki n g t o h ook t ar p o n and sno o k ( re n t a l s a n d b a i t a re avai l ab l e). Wi th the G u l f of M e x i co t o t h e west an d Bo ca C i eg a B ay t o t h e e a s t , i t ’s p ossi b l e to see th e su n ri s e a n d t h e s u n s e t over th e water o n the sam e d ay. T I P : If you want to han g wi th the l o c a l s , t h i s i s a g ood p l ace to d o i t.

H O ME TO JOHN’S PA SS VILLAGE & BOA RD WAL K , w ith more tha n 100 s hops a nd res t aurants, Madeira Bea ch a tt ra cts a fun-loving crowd . John’s Pa ss is t he pla ce to come for cl assi c F lorida s ea food, pers ona l wa t ercra ft a nd b o at renta ls , deep-s ea fis hing cha rt ers a nd d o l p h i n -wa tching cruis es from Hubba rd ’s Mar i na. Shop for s ouvenirs in the s urf s hops . On weeken d s , mus ic fills the a ir a t the Hut, wit h its 70-fo o t ba r t ha t s its right on t he boa rdwa lk.

Acro ss the pa ss , pa ra s a iling boa t s ta ke off jus t step s away from the legenda ry pa rty ba r Ga tor ’s .

Th ey d o n’t ca ll it M a d Bea ch for nothing. T IP: When you tire of being a bea ch bum, John’s Pa ss i s a g reat one-day es ca pe.

Treasure Island THER E ’S PLENT Y OF SPACE t o s pre a d yo ur be a c h bla nket a long 3 miles of powde r y, w hit e s a nd o n Trea s ure Is la nd. This bea c h t ow n is a favo r it e fo r loca ls who gravita t e t o po pula r be a c h ba r s like Slo ppy Joe’s a t the Bilma r Res or t , o r Ca ddy ’s a nd t he Ka -Tik i Lounge, which offer live mus ic mo s t e ve ning s o n Suns et Bea ch. Look for loc a l k it e - flie r s w ho s how up t o ta ke a dva nta ge of t he g ulf bre eze s a nd t he w ide open s pa ces . For unique e nt e r t a inme nt , c he c k o ut t he drumming circle t ha t ga t he r s e a c h Sunday nig ht o n t he bea ch a n hour before s uns e t . An e c le c t ic c rowd of bongo a nd bucket drumm e r s , hula ho o pe r s a nd fire da ncers bring a joyous end t o e a c h we e k . TI P : Wa lk t he mile-long Trea s ure Is la nd Be a c h Tra il fo r co nve nient a ccess to the mot e ls , re s t aura nt s a nd ba r s t ha t ma ke up t he hea rt of Trea s ure Is la nd.

St. Pete Beach

Pass-a-Grille

W I T H MI LE S OF S U GA R- S A ND b each es, a wi d e var i e t y of re s or t s , d i n i n g a n d s i g h tseei n g o p ti o ns, unlim i t e d wa t e r s p or t s a n d l i ve l y b each b ar s, St. Pe t e B e ac h i s a m a j or Pa ra di se p i ck . Vo ted Tr ip Advi so r ’s No. 4 B e a c h i n t he U. S. i n 2 01 6 an d No. 1 B e a ch i n t h e U. S . a n d No. 5 i n the wo r l d i n 2012, t h i s c l a ss i c F l or i d a va c a t i o n d esti nati o n offe rs so m e t h i n g for e ve r yon e , f ro m the f i ve- star luxu ry of t h e h i s t or i c 192 8 “ P i nk Pal ace,” Th e Don C e S a r Hot e l , t o t h e fa m i l y- f r i en d l y Trad e Wi n ds Is l a n d Re s or t s a n d no stal g i c Ol d Flo ri da m o t el s a n d i n n s . T I P : Tr y p ad d l eb o ard i ng o r sk i m bo ard i n g , b ot h p op u l a r sp o r ts al o ng St. Pete B e a ch . Re n t a l s a n d l e ss on s can b e fo u nd at many su rf sh op s a n d re s or t s .

P EACEFU L PA SS- A - GRILLE , jus t s outh of lively St. Pete Beach, is a t iny bea ch town wit h Old Florida char m . Come here t o kick ba ck a nd rela x wit h the g u l l s an d t he t erns on a n uncrowded bea ch nex t to d unes covered in s ea oa t s T he t own’s mos t fa mous restau rant , the Hurrica ne, is legenda ry for it s grouper sand wi c hes a nd s uns et views from the rooft op deck.

Sm al l i n ns a nd qua int bea ch cot t a ges a re wit hin stro l l i ng dis ta nce of s hops a long the Eighth Avenue Hi sto r i c Dis trict , one of the la rges t of it s kind on t he g u l f co as t. TIP: Rub elbows with loca ls over brea kfa s t at Seah ors e Res t aura nt, then t a ke t he ferry from Mer r y P ier to Shell Key to ex plore t his s ma ll is la nd th at i s both a bird refuge a nd grea t s helling s pot.

Shell Key and Fort De Soto Park FA M ILIES FLOCK TO TH E mile s of w hit e , s a ndy bea ches a nd emera ld- c le a r wa t e r s of t his popula r 1,136 - a cre co unt y pa r k s t re w n ove r 5 is la nds a t the s out he r n t ip of t he g ulf be a c he s .

Fort De Sot o Pa rk is a favo r it e of na t ure phot ogra phers who co me he re a t daw n a nd dus k to ca pture ima ges of s pe c t a c ula r s uns e t s a nd a divers e s pecies of s ho re a nd mig ra t o r y birds . It offers s evera l bea c he s w it h mile s of w hit e s a nd a nd gentle, s ha llow s ur f, s ha de d pic nic a re a s , a 7 -mile paved tra il fo r bik ing a nd bla ding , k aya k a nd bike renta ls , a his t o r ic fo r t , co nce ss io ns a nd a fis hing pier. Pa ck a pic nic , a fis hing po le a nd a pa ir of binocula rs . TI P : Le t t he k ids e xplo re awes omely s pooky re ma ins of t he 1 9 t h ce nt ur y fort , then ca tch t he fe r r y t o Eg mo nt Key fo r a cha nce t o do s ome s no r ke ling .

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ister island to Honeymoon Island State Park, Caladesi is one of the few completely natural barrier islands along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Ranked as one of the Top 10 Beaches of 2016

by Dr. Stephen Leatherman (“Dr. Beach”), No. 6 Best Beach in Florida by USA Today (2015) and one of America’s Top 25 Beaches

by TripAdvisor (2013), the 3-milelong island is accessible only by boat.

Get here by taking a short Caladesi Connection ferry ride from Honeymoon Island or rent a kayak from the outfitter along the Dunedin causeway.

A paddling trail winds through the mangroves, where you can spot a variety of wading birds. Come prepared by bringing beach chairs and a cooler; although cabanas can be rented beachside. The concession offers great burgers and sandwiches, and is also home to showers and changing rooms.

ature lovers will appreciate the raw beauty of Honeymoon Island, an undeveloped 385-acre barrier island off Dunedin with 4 miles of white, sandy beaches, hiking trails and great birdwatching opportunities along the 2.5-mile Osprey Trail. Florida’s most-visited state park draws nature lovers who are looking to explore real Florida. Be sure to stop in at the Rotary Centennial Nature Center upon arriving, where you can talk to a ranger and learn about the island’s flora, fauna and history. Swim, fish, hike, picnic, rent bicycles or kayaks, or simply relax on the pristine beach. Bring your pooch – Honeymoon Island boasts one of the prettiest dog beaches around!

f you prefer a little solitude with spectacular gulf views, quiet and romantic Sand Key Park is just a bridge away from the hustle and bustle of Clearwater Beach. Pack a picnic, grab a fishing pole or just kick back for a lazy afternoon at this 95-acre county park with its wide beach, picnic pavilions and bathhouses.

Walking trails and a boardwalk wind through a salt marsh, where you can spot herons, egrets and other wading birds.

Shelling can be excellent just after a storm. If you’re feeling motivated, walk up the beach to the Sheraton for a sunset cocktail.

our stress will be gone with the wind when you chill out with the locals and condo vacationers along the quiet Belleair beaches. Find a spot on 4,500 feet of secluded shoreline dotted with the area’s most lavish mansions and settle in for a reverie of sun, sand and seagulls. Parking spots can be nabbed at the beach access points with trails leading through the dunes to the beaches of this low-key gulf front community.

Bring snacks and water: There are no public facilities or commercial establishments on this stretch of the beach.

rilliant white sand and sparkling blue water attract many vacationers to the condominiums, hotels and motels that line Gulf Boulevard. But not to worry - finding a peaceful spot to spread your blanket is generally not a problem along this stretch of coastline shared by the three small communities of Redington Shores, North Redington Beach and Redington Beach. Take a stroll at sunset or cast a line along the 1,200-footlong fishing pier, where local anglers come looking to hook tarpon and snook (rentals and bait are available).

ou can still find a nostalgic taste of Old Florida along this narrow barrier island where high-rise condominiums share the beach with small hotels and motels, beach cottages, family restaurants and neighborhood bars. Some 20 beach access points lead to the picture-perfect beach, where families congregate for day-long siestas. Come early to grab a parking spot at Indian Rocks public beach, with its restrooms and bathhouse.

Discover the tiny Seaside Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores, home to injured pelicans, birds of prey and other shorebirds.

When hunger and thirst strike, you’ll find lots of options. The flip-flop crowd makes a beeline to Lulu’s Oyster Bar and Tap House, where the fresh steamed oysters are to die for. Or dine outside at Guppy’s on the Beach Grill & Bar for fresh seafood and cool drinks.

nown for its wide expanse of gorgeous beach, Treasure Island is the perfect place to find your zen. Three miles of sparkling sand lines the gulf with an array of lodging, from luxury resorts to kitschy hotels and small inns. Locals gravitate to popular beach bars like Sloppy Joe’s at the Bilmar Beach Resort, or Caddy’s and the Ka-Tiki Lounge, which offer live music most evenings on Sunset Beach. For some live music and dancing on the weekend, head over to Gator’s Café and Saloon at John’s Pass where you can sit on the outdoor deck and watch the boats go by. A popular drumming circle gathers each Sunday night on the beach an hour before sunset with bongo and bucket drummers, hula hoopers and fire dancers of all ages. Sunset Beach at the southernmost tip is a popular spot for the LGBT crowd.

eady to kick it up a notch? Head to Mad Beach where John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk is buzzing with more than 100 shops and restaurants in a rambling, Old Florida-style waterfront atmosphere. Rent a wave runner, catch a deep-sea fishing charter, cruise on a pirate ship or go dolphin-watching. Meander through the surf shops and art galleries to find that perfect Florida souvenir, then enjoy fresh seafood along the boardwalk at the Friendly Fisherman or Sculley’s. Thirsty? Try Mad Beach Craft Brewing Co. for a variety of IPAs and lagers. If you’re here in the fall, the annual John’s Pass Seafood & Music Festival is a family-friendly event featuring music, arts and crafts, and, of course, some of the best seafood in St. Pete/Clearwater.

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