Park & nature
Caladesi Island State Park
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Caladesi Island State Park is a secluded barrier island off the coast of Clearwater, offering a rare escape into untouched natural beauty. Accessible only by a short ferry ride from Honeymoon Island, the park features award-winning white-sand beaches, a 3-mile nature trail through coastal forests, and a mangrove kayak trail winding through calm waters. Visitors can swim, sunbathe, hike, or paddle while spotting dolphins, birds, and sea turtles. The island's lack of development preserves a serene, wild atmosphere perfect for nature lovers.
Don't miss
- Kayak through the 2.5-mile mangrove trail, home to birds and marine life.
- Hike the 3-mile nature trail through pine flatwoods and coastal scrub.
- Search for seashells along the pristine, uncrowded Gulf beach.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Caladesi Island State Park
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSelf-Guided Island Tour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP-Bonita Springs4.9★ · 173 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$25 per personSee dates →
Most bookedLittle Toot Dolphin Adventure at Clearwater Beach4.9★ · 5,784 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$37 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleClearwater Beach Private Pontoon Boat Tours5★ · 193 travelers4–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$379 per personSee dates →More attractions in Clearwater