Beaches and Wildlife at Sand Key Park

Sand Key Park is located on the barrier island of the same name, and is home to both a beautiful beach and a diverse nature area. The park is part of an ongoing effort to create an artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico, and also works closely with Clearwater Aquarium to ensure the safety of the sea turtles and their hatchlings. In addition to its walking trails, Sand Key Park is ideal for bird-watching, where heron, roseate spoonbill, great horned owl, anhinga, and common moorhen nest and feed in the salt marsh. The park's beach area offers a good range of amenities, including lifeguards during the summer months, concessions, and bath houses. Plenty of rentals are available, so you don't need to lug your own - you can get everything from umbrellas and cabanas to bicycles and kayaks. This beach is also one of the least expensive things to do around St. Petersburg, with only a minimal parking fee. For more information please visit their website by clicking here.

1060 Gulf Boulevard, Clearwater, Florida 33767

Open Daily