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Sand Key Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Sand Key Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Sand Key Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
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SAND KEY PARK

(5.0 Score)
1060 Gulf Boulevard,
Clearwater, FL 33767 Directions

Since 1960

Specialty:

✓ Green Fields Open Spaces ✓ Slides Play Structures ✓ Shelters Covered Areas ✓ Jogging Tracks ✓ Kids Place Play Areas ✓ Swings Play Equipment ✓ Open Space Areas Recreational Zones ✓ Skatepark Activity Area ✓ Frisbees Play Activities ✓ Dog Parking Areas ✓ Pavilions Covered Structures ✓ Sports Activity Areas ✓ Hiking Trails ✓ Tables ✓ Fishing ✓ Aquatic Centre ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Playground Balls

"Sand Key Park has a pristine white sandy beach with seasonal lifeguards and nesting sea turtles. The park offers benches overlooking the salt marsh, providing a vantage point to observe native wildlife. Pinellas County parks, including Sand Key Park's picnic shelters and green spaces, offer suitable venues for those seeking to host a special event or wedding. The park is a comprehensive destination for various activities, including jogging, pavilions, sports facilities, hiking trails, picnic tables, fishing spots, an aquatic center, restrooms, walking trails, and playgrounds. All commercial or non-commercial weddings held on the beach at Sand Key Park must be arranged through approved vendors. The park has ample parking spaces available within the park premises.

2026 Update: Sand Key Park is a spacious white-sand beach that offers ample room for picnics, surfing, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities."

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Price:

Daily Parking Fees $6

Contact:

(727) 582-2100 (727) 588-4852

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Crest Lake Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Crest Lake Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Crest Lake Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
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7+ YEARS IN TBR
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CREST LAKE PARK

(4.9 Score)
201 South Glenwood Avenue,
Clearwater, FL 33755 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Kids Grounds ✓ Grassy Fields ✓ Shelters ✓ Open Playfield and Space ✓ Outdoor Gym Equipment ✓ Stone Benches ✓ Tables ✓ Slides ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Jogging Areas Tracks ✓ Bike Riding Paths ✓ Monuments Landmark Features ✓ Tennis Courts Playing Facilities ✓ Gardens Landscaped Areas ✓ Picnics Areas ✓ Playgrounds Recreation Areas ✓ Statues Sculptural Features ✓ Fountains Water Features ✓ Waterfalls Scenic Features ✓ Event Conducting Areas ✓ Sports Areas Activity Grounds

"Crest Lake Park offers visitors a wide array of amenities. The park also features lakeside trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas, including a spacious 3-acre dog park. You can enjoy the playground and splash pad with your children or explore the arboretum while learning about plants through interactive QR codes. Those seeking a more active experience can join pickup volleyball games on the beach courts or utilize the adult exercise equipment area. Dog owners can bring their pets to the popular dog parks, while the Florida Veterans' Memorial Plaza pays tribute to the nation's veterans at Crest Lake Park, enhancing the experience for visitors who enjoy walking and observing wildlife.

2026 Update: Crest Lake Park also includes Barbecue Grills, outdoor gym equipment, pavilions, and Restrooms for the convenience of The Visitors."

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Price:

Pavilion Rentals
4 Hours $75
Full Day $150

Contact:

(727) 562-4800

Mon-Sun: 7am - 9pm

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Moccasin Lake Nature Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Moccasin Lake Nature Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
Moccasin Lake Nature Park - Clearwater, FL Public Parks
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3+ YEARS IN TBR
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MOCCASIN LAKE NATURE PARK

(4.9 Score)
2750 Park Trail Lane,
Clearwater, FL 33759 Directions

Since 1982

Specialty:

✓ Playground Recreation Area ✓ Picnic Tables Seating Areas ✓ Pavilions Covered Structures ✓ Restrooms Facilities Open During Park Hours ✓ Lake Water Body ✓ River or Creek Natural Water Feature ✓ Open Playfield Recreational Space

"Moccasin Lake Nature Park is a 51-acre nature preserve with trails and boardwalks under a canopy of mature oaks and across ponds and creeks, featuring an array of wildlife, including gopher turtles, raccoons, and many birds. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff make parking and exploring the park a pleasant experience. The staff members are now accepting applications for science and environmental contract instructors. The park offers classes, programs, camps, and meeting or reception rentals with both indoor and outdoor meeting spaces. Daily admission to the park is free. The playground is clean and a good size as well. They have picnic shelters and a butterfly garden. Ample parking is available, allowing you to park your vehicles without any disturbance.

2026 Update: Moccasin Lake Nature Park provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere to people of all ages to have a pleasant and relaxed time with friends and family. The park also includes wheelchair accessibility, kid-friendly hikes and free street parking lot."

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Price:

Car Parking Fee $5

Contact:

(727) 562-4315

Tue-Sun: 10am - 5pm
Mon: Closed

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SAND KEY PARK REVIEWS

Sand Key Park is a great beach spot—clean, peaceful, and super convenient. It’s just a short walk from the parking lot and restrooms, which is a big plus. The beach itself is beautiful, with plenty of seashells to collect and even the chance to spot dolphins, which made the visit extra special. They offer jet ski rentals, chair and umbrella rentals, and even have a few food trucks around for snacks or drinks. The views are absolutely stunning and it’s a perfect place to relax and unwind. Parking is available for a fee, but it’s worth it for such an enjoyable beach day. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area!

I love this place. The beach is amazing, the water is clear and during the summer is warm, perfect to spend a whole day with family and friends. The park has a good playground, restrooms, showers, dog park and picnics and events areas. Great access to the beach and affordable parking price.

Really nice spot to watch the sunset, especially all the way at the north end where the sailboats come floating by. There is a rock wall and beautiful trees if you like to take pics with a little depth to them.

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CREST LAKE PARK REVIEWS

This was a great park! Lovely playground space ( we love a Kompan playground). Beautiful spot around the large pond and great area for birds and turtles. They have AC restrooms and great picnic spots. The dog parks are completely separate areas for small and large (walkways between them rather than a connecting fenceline.) Plastic bag recyclers around the park. Shaded areas. Really lovely bridges over the edges of the pond (we saw many birds nesting, turtles etc).

This is such a hidden treasure! I love parks and I love it when they show the diverse plants that we have around here. It was definitely a living museum. The park is large enough for you to get a jog in. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy lunch. Playgrounds for kids and adult children. And the view of the ducks, geese, and anything else that wants to join the park's dance along the water. I definitely recommend going.

Very unique layout to the play area never seen such a park. I’ve got four kids been to I thought every park in pinellas county but I missed this one. They even have a free splash pad for hot summer days and plenty of shade. For adults they have a volleyball area workout area and beautiful board walk along the lake over looking the fountain. And big dog park.

MOCCASIN LAKE NATURE PARK REVIEWS

This is a wonderfully educational park to visit. There is a great indoor education center and the birds of prey rehabilitation area is stunning to visit. As you walk around the park, you will see QR codes that will take you to informational videos. There is also a butterfly garden and playground to enjoy. This park is great for anyone who loves nature and animals, homeschool families, and people of all ages.

I went to Moccasin Lake Nature Park this past Saturday and it was wonderful. I especially enjoyed seeing all the birds that they were taking care of there. The people working there were extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the birds. This is an especially great spot if you enjoy taking photos of birds!.

What a beautiful place. Took my kids and in-law here, and we loved it. I liked how they have it setup. We looked with the birds sanctuary in front, walked the trail that loops around, stopped at playground for the kids, and finally the nature center.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SAND KEY PARK Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 12.3K: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CREST LAKE PARK Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 2.0K: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MOCCASIN LAKE NATURE PARK Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.5K: 10
Website Standard: 10