Caladesi Island's beach moved up from #2 position in 2007. This completely natural island has white sand shores and sand dunes where sea turtles nest, and is accessible only by ferry or private boat. (No pets allowed on the ferry! And ferry passengers are allowed only a four-hour stay.)
Caladesi Island State Park has a marina, picnic pavilions, and three miles of nature trail. Go shelling, or fishing; rent a kayak and explore a winding kayak trail through mangrove trees.
Take a photo tour of Caladesi Island State Park; read more about Caladesi Island, and see more about St. Pete / Clearwater for family travelers.
- continue to Top Beach 2008, #2: Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii
*photo courtesy of VISIT FLORIDA.
