Caladesi Island State Park, a Florida State Park located nearby Clearwater, Dunedin and Holiday

CALADESI ISLAND STATE PARK

CALADESI ISLAND STATE PARK
#1 Causeway Blvd.
Dunedin, Florida 34698

Phone: 727-469-5918
Reservations: 727-469-5918

Caladesi Island State Park
'Honeymoon Island SP near Caladesi'

One of the few completely natural islands along Florida?s Gulf Coast, Caladesi?s white sand shores have been rated as the nation?s #1 best beach. Beach lovers can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. Saltwater anglers can fish from their boats or throw a line out into the surf. Nature enthusiasts watch wildlife while hiking the three mile nature trail through the island?s interior or paddling a three mile kayak trail through the mangroves and bay. Picnic tables and shelters are located near the beach; picnic pavilions can be reserved for a fee. The park has a marina with electric and water hookups for boaters. The park also has a snack bar and gift shop. For ferry information call (727) 734-5263. Located one mile west of Dunedin off the Gulf Coast.

Nature of the Area

One of the few completely natural islands along Florida?s Gulf Coast, Caladesi?s white sand shores have been rated as one of the nation?s best beaches. The park is accessible only by private boat or ferry from Honeymoon Island State Park. Beach lovers can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. Saltwater anglers can fish from their boats or throw a line out into the surf. Nature enthusiasts watch wildlife while hiking the three mile nature trail through the island?s interior or paddling a three mile kayak trail through the mangroves and bay. Picnic tables and shelters are located near the beach; picnic pavilions can be reserved for a fee. The park has a marina with electric and water hookups for boaters. The park also has a snack bar and gift shop. For ferry information call (727) 734-5263. Located one mile west of Dunedin off the Gulf Coast.

FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW

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Swimming Beachyes

BoatingLaunch Rampsyes

CampingPrimativeyes

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Area Accommodations

Wynnhaven Riverside RV Park - Bushnell, FL

Campgrounds

Wynnhaven Riverside is located on County Road 48 in the small town of Bushnell, Florida. Whether you are visiting Florida and want sun or prefer to camp in the shade of Florida's grand oak trees, we have units available for both.

Web Site: http://www.wynnhavenriverside.com

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Boating

Boaters can enjoy the 108 slip bayside marina, or in calm weather, anchor offshore. Overnight docking with electric and water hook-ups is permitted in the bayside marina, but boaters must register before sundown.

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Nearby Parks

Honeymoon Island State Park

Anclote Key Preserve State Park

Anclote National Wildlife Refuge

Colt Creek State Park

Things To Do in the Area

Flatwater Adventure Tours - Brooksville, FL

Fishing Charters

Flatwater Guide has two astonishing adventures to choose from. Bass Fishing and a Nature/Scenic tour. Fish for Largemouth Bass in remote areas of the Withlacoochee River, where it's not uncommon to fish all day and not see another living soul. You could also choose a lazy canoe tour up and down the pristine Weeki Wachee Springs canoe trail where you can see tons of different fish, wildlife and see the amazing Manatees in their natural habitat.

Web Site: http://www.flatwaterguide.com/Home_Page.html

Riverscape Boat Tours LLC - Ocala, FL

Boating

Ride silently on nature tours on the silver river. The most beautiful river in the world. We transport guests back in time to wild Florida as it was thousands of years ago - untouched and untamed. Sparkling clear water that has over a hundred feet visibility. Book the Silver River trip now as the boats fill fast.

Web Site: http://www.riverscapesboattours.com

Tampa Bay Ferry - Tierra Verde, FL

Boating

Daily Egmont Key Ferry from Fort DeSoto County Park. US Coast Guard Certified Tour Boats. Private Charters Available for any Occasion

Web Site: http://www.Fortdesotoferry.com

Red Fox Stables - Lithia, FL

Horseback Riding

Riding Trails are located in the Alafia River Corridor Preserve directly behind the horse stables. Your trail ride will include a demonstration, followed by a one hour trail ride. Longer trail rides are available upon request.

Web Site: http://www.redfoxstables.com

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

May 22 Great For EVERYONE

One on the most BEAUTIFUL beaches in the US. I have visited Caladesi many times before. I highly recommend Caladesi for Family Fun. A Great place for you to relax and get away from the daily grind. Much to do...

Area Campgrounds

The Woods 2001 Brinson Road #307 Lutz, FL 813-446-6312	Yankee Traveler RV Park 8500 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 866-202-9232
Caladesi RV Park 205 Dempsey Road Palm Harbor, FL 727-784-3622	Abbey's Wig Wam 9102 Williams Road Tampa, FL 813-935-1118
Bay Bayou RV Resort 12622 West Memorial Highway Tampa, FL	Bayshore Cove RV Park 403 Riverside Drive Lot 70 Tarpon Springs, FL 727-937-1661
Hickory Point MH & RV Park 1181 Anclote Road Tarpon Springs, FL 727-934-9747	Hickory Point MH & RV Park 1181 Anclote Road Tarpon Springs, FL 727-934-9747

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Directions

Caladesi Island is accessible only by boat or ferry. The ferry service to Caladesi leaves from HISP Honeymoon Island State Park hourly beginning at 10 AM. Folks can call the ferry service directly 727-734-1501.

By Boat: From Marker 14 on the Dunedin Causeway Channel, which runs parallel to the causeway between Hurricane Pass and the Intracoastal Waterway, follow a compass heading of about 212 degrees for approximately 1 mile. Follow the channel markers into the Caladesi Island State Park marina. (Note: Do not turn 212 degrees from Marker 14 on the Intracoastal Waterway. Look for Marker 14 on the Causeway Channel, which has a brown park sign on it.)

Driving Directions to Honeymoon Island From Orlando: I-4 west to I-275 south to SR-60 west. Cross Courtney Campbell Causeway, then turn right on US Hwy 19 north. Left on Curlew Rd. (SR-586). Follow SR-586, crossing Dunedin Causeway, to Honeymoon Island State Park for Caladesi ferry.

From north of Tampa: I-75 south to I-275 south to Hillsborough Ave. exit. West to slight left at Curlew Rd. (SR 586). Pass fork at SR-580. Follow SR-586, crossing Dunedin Causeway, to Honeymoon Island State Park for Caladesi ferry.

From Bradenton and South: I-75 north to I-275 north to Roosevelt Ave. exit (Follow signs for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, last exit before the Howard Franklin Bridge). Stay right on SR-686 west when SR-688 forks to left. Right (north) on McMullen Booth Rd. (CR-611) to cross over the Bayside Bridge. Left on Curlew Rd. (SR 586). Follow SR-586, crossing Dunedin Causeway, to Honeymoon Island State Park for Caladesi ferry.