![]() ![]() ![]() A popular spot for culminating your outdoor adventure is North Beach, with a sandbar, tidal pools and shells that span the color spectrum. With a quick trek through and beyond the nearby Soldier’s Hole cove, don’t be shocked if you’re greeted by dolphins, manatees or jumping fish nearby. If you’re looking to paddle, Topwater Kayak Outpost (located in the park), offers kayak and canoe rentals by the hour and by the day. In addition to mingling with 300-plus species of birds and weaving through miles of paved trails, you may catch a glimpse of some of Florida’s favorite creatures. Rent a kayak and paddle peacefully through the tidal waters of Fort De Soto Park © John Coletti / Getty Camping out at Fort De Soto ParkĬomprised of five islands and 1,136 lush acres, Fort De Soto Park is a Gulf playground. Also, whether you’re a volleyball pro or just looking to bump around, there are a number of courts located just south of the beach’s iconic Pier 60. For an aerial perspective of Clearwater Beach’s vivid coastline, Parasail City and Chute ‘Em Up Parasail offer breathtaking adventures. On the active front, a number of local institutions (like 2 Shea Charters) offer scuba and fishing charters daily. Whether you’re looking to settle into a rental chair and soak up some rays, go for a swim in its calm, shallow waters, or partake in a thrill that gets the heart racing, this coastal utopia will absolutely have it. Given its name, it should come as no surprise that Clearwater Beach is home to vast sand, and (you guessed it) often crystal clear water. Beyond its postcard-perfect allure, this beach offers activities aplenty. Or if paddling isn’t your thing, the ferry between the two islands takes 15-20 minutes and departs every 30 minutes. You can rent a kayak to get across and once there, paddle the peaceful 3.5-mile mangrove trail. The island is virtually as nature made it: unspoiled and pristine. If you’ve brought an animal of your own (your dog!), leashed dogs are permitted on nature trails, and Honeymoon Island Dog Beach is at the southern tip of the island for your pup to play.ĭirectly to the south of Honeymoon Island is Caladesi Island, a secluded locale accessible only by boat. The spotted sandpiper is one of many bird species found on Honeymoon Island © drferry / Getty Be sure to keep a respectful distance from the gulls, terns and sandpipers that nest in the sand it's important to preserve their precious habitat. From there, the Osprey and Pelican Trails - totaling approximately 2.5 miles - offer up calming Gulf vistas and birdwatching opportunities. To maximize your wildlife viewing, head to Wheel Fun Rentals, which offers a variety of surrey bikes, cruisers and kids’ bikes rentable by the hour or day. Amid the birds, you may even spot a 12-pound gopher tortoise or armadillo scooting by. The four-mile stretch of beach is home to various bird species such as osprey, oystercatchers, great blue herons and more. What’s that chirping you hear? If you’re at Honeymoon Island, it’s most certainly the diverse bird population, and perhaps some beachgoers and wildlife watchers chirping back. Pete/Clearwater The animal kingdoms of Honeymoon Island Honeymoon Island is graced with the Gulf Coast's legendary white sand and warm aquamarine water © Photo courtesy of Visit St. ![]()
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