Islands conjure up pristine visions in our minds. At Caledesi Island State Park, the island is untouched including the virgin pine forest. The only man-made additions are the ranger station, playground, picnic spots, gift store, snack/concession and marina. The natural beauty has helped make this beach the number one beach in 2008 in the Continental U.S.
Getting to Caledesi is by boat only. A Caledesi ferry is available for a low fee to get you across the water in 15 minutes. The ferry runs every hour from 10 am to sundown. Ferry passengers are allowed to stay for four hours, though I would check that out as the rules may have changed for longer stays. You can also take your own boat and dock it at the marina # 108 and register with the ranger. If you love to walk, you can actually walk from Clearwater to Caledesi Island, which is about an hour from Pier 60.
Private boat users can access electrical and water hookups. Leave the pets elsewhere or keep them on a leash, which also results in being only in designated areas if you have a pet with you. Caledesi is a day trip as there is no camping, though sleeping in your boat may be an option.
Adults and children alike will enjoy the three miles of beautiful clear and shallow waters. Plan for shelling, though not live shells as those are protected, playground for children, kayak rentals available, picnic areas, and just simple sunbathing. Check about fishing licenses as fishing can be from the beach or on the boat.
They say to bring a sweater and good shoes, but as I write this, it is a warm 78 degrees F at 11 am at the end of March, so think swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen also. Public showers and restrooms are available. A lifeguard is on duty from the end of May to beginning of September. Beach wheelchairs are available from the ranger. Beach chairs and umbrellas can be rented. Have fun and respect the beauty of this natural resource.
Getting to Caledesi is by boat only. A Caledesi ferry is available for a low fee to get you across the water in 15 minutes. The ferry runs every hour from 10 am to sundown. Ferry passengers are allowed to stay for four hours, though I would check that out as the rules may have changed for longer stays. You can also take your own boat and dock it at the marina # 108 and register with the ranger. If you love to walk, you can actually walk from Clearwater to Caledesi Island, which is about an hour from Pier 60.
Private boat users can access electrical and water hookups. Leave the pets elsewhere or keep them on a leash, which also results in being only in designated areas if you have a pet with you. Caledesi is a day trip as there is no camping, though sleeping in your boat may be an option.
Adults and children alike will enjoy the three miles of beautiful clear and shallow waters. Plan for shelling, though not live shells as those are protected, playground for children, kayak rentals available, picnic areas, and just simple sunbathing. Check about fishing licenses as fishing can be from the beach or on the boat.
They say to bring a sweater and good shoes, but as I write this, it is a warm 78 degrees F at 11 am at the end of March, so think swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen also. Public showers and restrooms are available. A lifeguard is on duty from the end of May to beginning of September. Beach wheelchairs are available from the ranger. Beach chairs and umbrellas can be rented. Have fun and respect the beauty of this natural resource.
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Florida has some of the best beaches in the continental U.S. Caledesi Island State Park beach was vote the best beach in 2008. Don't miss out on this if you are able to get to the Clearwater area. Caledesi Island Voted Number 1 Beach
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