For the second consecutive year, St. Petersburg / Clearwater’s Caladesi Island has been named the #2 beach in the country by Dr. Stephen Leatherman, better known as “Dr. Beach.” Check out this pristine island paradise, as well as other local standouts.
39699 U.S. Hwy. 19 N. Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
727-943-4085
The 128-acre park features a play area, nature trail, picnic area and boardwalk. Rest rooms available. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
Latitute: 28.09922 Longitude: -82.50441 Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
727-469-5942
Accessible only by private boat, this island park has a lighthouse and wildlife area that is a sanctuary for rare and endangered species. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
9501 U.S. Hwy. 19 N. Pinellas Park, FL 33782
727-576-4169
More than just a store, Bill Jackson's teaches what it sells with on-site pools for SCUBA, kayaking, canoeing and a 12-foot by 18-foot ski deck that moves underneath you to simulate the feel of the slopes - Imagine snow skiing in Florida. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
320 U.S. Hwy. 19 N.W. Crystal River, FL 34428
352-563-2763
This family-owned business north of the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area in Crystal River features swim with manatee programs and dive trips. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
12410 74th Ave. N. Seminole, FL 33772
727-588-4882
At the entrance to the park is the Pinellas County Millennium Time Capsule with more than 100 items for future generations to find. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
1101 Country Club Way S. St. Petersburg, FL 33705
727-893-7326
The 245-acre park features more than three miles of trails and boardwalks that lead visitors through Florida's natural ecosystems. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
3940 Keystone Rd. Tarpon Springs, FL 34688
727-453-6800
Brooker Creek Preserve features a center with exhibits in addition to boardwalks, hiking and equestrian trails and guided hikes. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
Latitude: 28.01149 Longitude: -082.49581 Dunedin, FL 34698
727-469-5918
Accessible only by boat, this is one of the state?s few remaining undisturbed barrier islands. Visit us on the webLocate on the map
601 14th St. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33705
727-892-5224
Houses a recreation center, gym, public swimming pool, athletic fields and several annual festivals. Locate on the map