Super Beach Fun Spot

It is two-for-one, as Sand Key State Park has two main features; a sandy-white Gulf front beach, and a scenic nature park, right behind the beach. For water and beach play, Sand Key is considered one of the top beaches in the US. Sand Key also has a sizeable nature park, with trails, picnic tables, grills, a children's playground, and a dog park. The park is clean and has plenty of parking.

beach area		comment Ratings Just ask Dr. Beach and he will tell you this is a top-10 rated beach zone, filled with all you could want out from a top rated Florida beach. ★★★★★
cleanliness		comment Ratings They take big pride and care over this special beach. ★★★★
parking		comment Ratings Lots of parking, not many in the shade though. And it is not free. It is metered parking, maintained by the Clearwater Beach Patrol. So bring lots of quarters. ★★★
restrooms		comment Ratings They are here, regular beach facilities. ★★★★
dining/drinks		comment Ratings Down close to the beach is a big truck filled with cold drinks and snacks. A concession stand is up near the parking lots. Even better are the beach bars and restaurants at the Sand Key Sheraton or the Sand Key Marriott Hotels. ★★★★★
kid friendly		comment Ratings You children will love this beach park, a great aquatic fun zone. ★★★★★
dog friendly		comment Ratings The Sand Key Dog Park is the best, and perfect for those around Clearwater and Belleair Beach to enjoy. A nice dog park, but not a dog beach. ★★★★
traffic/access		comment Ratings Traffic can be an issue if you come over the Clearwater Causeway. If you can come from the south, the Belleair Causeway has less backups when construction projects complete. ★★★

Activities

Hit the water, and enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, or snorkeling. Relax in the park, and partake in activities such as walking, picnicking, frisbee, or enjoy the sunsets.

biking		comment Ratings Certainly this area is really fun and exciting to go bicycling around, so bring your bikes. You can start at Sand Key Park and bike the sidewalks in either direction. We like the biking south, over the Sand Key Bridge and around the Clearwater Entertainment District. ★★★★★
boating		comment Ratings Oh yes, the scenery is outstanding and there are boats everywhere you looks. You can take your own boat, take a fishing charter, or take a dolphin cruise. ★★★★★
boat ramps		comment Ratings The best boat ramps are not far, Seminole Street boat ramp or the Belleair Causeway boat ramp are the two closest.
camping		comment Ratings No beach camping, better to stay at the Marriott or the Sheraton Beachside.
fishing		comment Ratings A nice fishing spot, especially on the North end and where the current cruises in and out of Clearwater Pass. ★★★★
hiking/walking		comment Ratings A perfect walking and hiking venue, right on the beach or checkout the hotels, beach shops, and neat beachside hotels. All the walking so close to the Gulf. ★★★★★
nature trails		comment Ratings Some nice shaded areas to walk around this Pinellas County Park, all with a great view of the Gulf waters. ★★★★
picnicing		comment Ratings This beach park is a fantastic picnic venue! You can call Pinellas County to reserve a pavilion and picnic tables. A super beach park to throw a nice birthday party. ★★★★★
playgrounds		comment Ratings You have the playgrounds up under the trees and the beach playground, so take your pick. An aquatic fun zone, perfect for children and families. ★★★★★
swimming		comment Ratings The swimming does not get any better than here. Bring your water raft to float, splish, and splash to the gentle waves. ★★★★★
tennis		comment Ratings You tennis rackets will have to wait, until your beach day is over. No tennis courts here.
volleyball		comment Ratings Perfect sand for beach volleyball. ★★★★
water recreation		comment Ratings Whatever you want, sailing, waverunners, boating, diner cruises, swimming, and more. ★★★★★

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