Caladesi Island State Park

Located off Florida’s Gulf Coast, west of the town of Dunedin and near the city of Clearwater, Caladesi Island State Park is famed for its unspoiled beach. 

It's accessible by a 20-minute ferry ride from Honeymoon Island. 

On pristine Caladesi Island State Park, quiet paths lead along the dunes, palms stand against the warm coastal breezes, and shore birds and sea turtles live without interference from people.

Gopher tortoises burrow behind the dunes and water laps against beaches sprinkled with scallops and sand dollars.

Yes, there’s a concession stand, fishing, picnicking, shelling, nature studies and marked kayak trails among the mangrove trees in Caladesi Island State Park. 

Conde Nast Traveler names Caladesi Island State Park one of the nation's top 24 beaches.