Skyway Fishing Pier State Park
"St. Petersburg is the closest major city, making the park an easy day trip for anglers and families. Visitors come for quick access to saltwater fishing and bayfront scenery."
A unique fishing park on the old Sunshine Skyway Bridge with panoramic bay views and excellent saltwater angling.
Egmont Key State Park
"St. Petersburg is the closest major city and a common departure point for boat trips to the island. Visitors from here often come for a day of beachgoing, snorkeling, and history."
A remote island park with beaches, historic ruins, wildlife viewing, and snorkeling at the mouth of Tampa Bay.
Honeymoon Island State Park
"St. Petersburg visitors come for a barrier-island experience with calmer crowds than some urban beaches and strong opportunities for coastal recreation."
A popular Gulf Coast barrier island park with beaches, wildlife, and coastal recreation.
Caladesi Island State Park
"St. Petersburg residents visit for a quieter barrier-island experience away from the city. The park is popular for kayaking, photography, and relaxing on natural beaches."
A secluded Gulf Coast barrier island with beaches, kayaking, shelling, and abundant wildlife.
Alafia River State Park
"St. Petersburg visitors often make the trip for mountain biking and a more rugged inland park experience. It is a popular choice for those seeking trails beyond the coast."
A rugged Central Florida park famous for mountain biking, river scenery, and outdoor recreation.
Little Manatee River State Park
"Residents of St. Petersburg can reach the park in under an hour for river recreation, fishing, and a scenic day trip away from the coast."
A scenic river park known for paddling, wildlife, camping, and horseback riding.
Terra Ceia Preserve State Park
"St. Petersburg visitors can make a day trip to enjoy estuary scenery and birding. The preserve provides a quieter alternative to urban waterfront parks and beaches."
A coastal preserve of mangroves, marshes, and tidal waters ideal for wildlife viewing and paddling.
Anclote Key Preserve State Park
"St. Petersburg is a major metro area with many boaters and outdoor enthusiasts who visit for a remote island experience. The preserve is a rewarding destination for a coastal day trip."
A remote barrier island preserve with beaches, wildlife, and a historic lighthouse.
Hillsborough River State Park
"St. Petersburg residents often visit for camping, birding, and paddling in a natural river corridor. It is a rewarding day trip or overnight destination for outdoor recreation."
A scenic river park known for rapids, paddling, wildlife, and shaded trails near Tampa.
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
"St. Petersburg visitors often seek the park for its peaceful waterways and birdlife. It provides a scenic break from urban and waterfront activity in the metro area."
A coastal wilderness park known for paddling, birdwatching, and salt marsh scenery.
Lake Manatee State Park
"St. Petersburg visitors often head here for freshwater recreation and a quieter setting than the busy beaches and urban waterfronts."
A peaceful freshwater park known for fishing, paddling, picnicking, and wildlife viewing along Lake Manatee.