Caladesi Island State Park

  • #1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698
3.5
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Phone:

+1 727 469 5942, 727 734-5263 fe

Website:

www.floridastateparks.org

One of the few pristine barrier islands along Florida's Gulf Coast, this---the #1 Beach in the U. S. ---is accessible only by boat. While on the ferry from Honeymoon Island you can spot dolphins and osprey while learning about the ... more on Visitstpeteclearwater.com

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3.5

14 reviews

Top Reviews from Around the Web:

Instead, stay at Honeymoon Island State Park. more on TripAdvisor

There is Caladesi-with the most beautiful beach this beachcomber has ever seen,... more on Epinions.com

Florida has many expanses of white sand beach. more on Epinions.com

We did find many beautiful sea shells. more on TripAdvisor

It was an overcast day and kind of rainy at times, but we still enjoyed the island and the birds and feeling like we were some of the only people there on the beach. more on TripAdvisor

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10 reviews

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We love going to Honeymoon Island, as we live nearby, and decided to visit Caladesi. We got our first shock while purchasing the ferry tickets when the advertised $12 dollar tickets ended up being $15 ... more on TripAdvisor

I agree that it is not a cheap visit - but we enjoyed it. The kids enjoyed the play ground on Honeymoon Island while we waited for the next ferry. The food at the cafe on Caladesi Island was just okay ... more on TripAdvisor

We just got back from visiting this beach while our kids were on spring break. As others have stated, they charge you basically to park your car, and then another $12.00 per person over age12 for the ... more on TripAdvisor

I was disappointed when I saw it May 2010. The island crossing is too expensive. Instead, stay ... more on TripAdvisor

Went to Caladesi on the back of review here and was not disappointed. there is a ferry that that goes to the island every half hour. you normally stay there for about 4 hours. We had originally planne ... more on TripAdvisor

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4.5

4 reviews

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  1. Epinions.com

  2. igougo

Top Reviews From Epinions.com

I lived in Tampa for 2 years and stumbled across this beach area. Wish I could live there, but, the state might object to that, so I just plan to visit whenever I can. ... more on Epinions.com

Caladesi Island must be one of Florida's best kept secrets. To think that it usually enjoys a spot among the 10 top rated beaches in the U.S., including Hawaii, would ... more on Epinions.com

Florida has many expanses of white sand beach. The Gulf of Mexico side of Caladesi Island is one of the more pristine ones -- in large part because it is not readily ... more on Epinions.com

Caladesi State Park is located off of Dunedin Beach on the west coast of Florida. I would consider it one of Florida's premier beaches. It is located on an island ... more on Epinions.com

Great Amenities at Caladesi Island State Park:

  • Boat slip rentals
  • Historic sites
  • Kayaking
  • Gift shop
  • Security lights
  • Showers
  • Water faucets
  • Vending machine
  • Sandy beach
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Nature trails
  • Water fountains
  • Accessible picnic area
  • Marina
  • Bbq grill
  • Snorkeling
  • Swings
  • Picnicing
  • Pressurized water
  • Beach
  • Dock
  • Boardwalk
  • Bird watching
  • Hiking
  • Ada accessible restroom
  • Picnic tables
  • Accessible boarding dock
  • Soaking and wading
  • Boating
  • Interpretive trails

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Caladesi Island State Park Website

www.floridastateparks.org

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