Time Zone: America/New_York
Our dog loves the beach here! It’s her happy place.
Great place to explore, dogs are welcome! Very informative about its history with the native Americans
Great dog friendly beach
Excellent for anything you would ever want to do outdoors! I have made many fond memories here doing picnics or even just walking around on the nature trail.
Watch out for the jellyfish...
Great place to take a walk, and enjoy the Manatee river. Educational film at the visitors center, is well worth watching. It details DeSoto's journey from Spain to FL,and southeast U.S.
Another hidden gem. Free kayak tours
Take the trail down along the water, we saw a pod of dolphins out there today . 7-14-13
Our consider this a must see if you're in the area! Old cannons and the old port that wants guarded Tampa Bay!
Come in the morning. The bugs will eat you alive in the evening!
On May 30, 1539 Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto came to start a colony for the King of Spain, Charles V. Watch this C-SPAN American History TV video with Park Ranger Dan Stephens for more info.