Outdoors & Nature

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Nature: Beach combing, kayaking and trail hiking are just a few of the adventures to be found outdoors in the St. Pete/Clearwater area.

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Candid Visitor Comments

Visitors to the St. Pete/Clearwater area share a few of their favorite things about their visit.

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The Best of St. Pete/Clearwater

Watch a "best of" video of St. Pete/Clearwater beaches, shopping, dining, history, culture and lots more.

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Beach combing, kayaking and trail hiking are just a few of the adventures to be found outdoors in the St. Pete/Clearwater area.

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Great Places to Run or Walk in St. Pete/Clearwater

Hit the trail in a scenic St. Petersburg/Clearwater park, and enjoy the scenery and wildlife while the miles tick away.

Kayaking Florida's Blueway Trails

Kayak along Florida’s Blueway trails and discover remote islands, tunnels through dense mangroves and wildlife close at hand.

Winter, a bottlenose dolphin, at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Winter the Dolphin Captures the World’s Heart

After losing her tail in a crab trap, Winter is relearning to swim with a prosthetic tail at Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

Fishing: Offshore, Inshore, Bridges & Piers

St. Pete/Clearwater offers some of the most productive fishing grounds you could ever imagine.

Honeymoon Island's Rotary Centennial Nature Center

The Rotary Centennial Nature Center spotlights the flora and fauna of Honeymoon Island, one of the state’s most popular parks.

Outdoors, the Natural Way

People come to Florida because of its nature. The beaches and parks combine with the climate to draw visitors year-round. And if you're looking to see...

Get Outdoors and Explore St. Pete Area Preserves

Paddle the waters or hike the trails of the area’s parks and preserves – you’ll find tropical birds, butterflies and lots more.

Brooker Creek, Weedon Island Preserves

Brooker Creek (highly touted birdlife) and Weedon Island (paddling trails, paved trails and boardwalks) are close to Clearwater and offer great access to...