There's something truly special about Sunset Beach. It's small and quiet, but intimate and…read morecharming. One of my favorite things about our little town is how everyone gathers here in the evenings to watch the sunset--it's such a beautiful, shared experience. The beach has clean bathrooms, a playground, a boat launch, and plenty of free parking, which makes it easy and family-friendly. They also host sunset movie nights, which I've heard are a must-do. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Sunset Beach is the perfect spot to slow down and soak it all in.

Next, I stopped by Sunset Beach in historic Tarpon Springs to see what all the hype was about. It…read morewas definitely much busier than Robert K. Rees Memorial Park. Families were enjoying the water, and they were even setting up for a wedding ceremony while I was there, which gave the beach a really warm, community feel. For me, though, I had the same experience I did at Robert K. Rees. As soon as I stepped into the water, I could feel a soft muddy layer mixed in with the sand under my feet. The water also looked like it had very little movement, almost as if it wasn't circulating much, which just wasn't appealing to me. I know plenty of people love this beach, and that's perfectly okay. It's simply not the kind of beach I'm searching for. I'm still on the hunt for those crystal-clear waters and firm, sandy bottom that make me want to stay all day.

I only come here for the 4th of July fireworks, and it's a dope place to be…read more Fireworks last 30 minutes and it's seriously consistent, with a great finale to end everything. I had a GREAT front row seat during the whole thing. You can either park on the Causeway or in the park I, chose the park. I believe the Causeway is a little bit overrated due to lack of shade , unless you plan on hanging out on the tailgate of your SUV or inside your Camper/Van. You need to make sure you get there early, I was there at 4:30pm and the fireworks starts at 9:00pm. There are things around to entertain you while you wait, I'm an extrovert so, I pretty much talked/met with a lot of people, it was very fun! All-In-All I'll be back next year with the same plan I had today! Totally worth it when it was only Free-hundred dollars!

This would be nice in the winter or anytime that it's not too hot to put my hammock up on the trees…read moreand just hang out. It's nice to have trees on the beach for once. This is where you can take those pics. They also have picnic tables. As for swimming, I would say no. So much seaweed and not enough water. I believe it's a combination of the tide and the lack of rain too. The parking here is $6 and you can pay through park mobile. They say no dogs and there are tons of signs. My pup and I stayed in our car while my husband went to check the water. It was a good reminder why we don't go to this beach. Unfortunately, this was the day of the craziness in Clearwater with the teen takeover with all the chaos.

So fun! My friend…read moreand I went for our first time today. The man and women (I'm assuming owners) were beyond helpful and kind. They took their time to answer our questions and concerns. Great little spot also, many places to explore! Also very affordable. Will be going again!

Wheel Fun Rentals offers paddle boat (two and four seaters), kayak, and bicycle water rentals. The…read morestaff is friendly and the prices are not bad. You have to wade in the water to get to the rentals. But you are at the beach so get over it lol. My friends and I rented a four seater paddle boat. We peddled out a little ways and then let the current drift us for a while and just took in gorgeous scenery. It was extremely relaxing. I imagine on a busy day it is pretty crowded, but we lucked out and there were not many rentals in the water. You can see the bottom of the water and occasionally a fish would jump out to remind you that you are not alone. There were a few birds fishing too. I would highly recommend this spot if you are looking for some fun and relaxation. Try them out!

Honeymoon Island State Park is pretty nice! Getting into the park from Dunedin was very easy, and…read moreparking was straightforward after paying the $8 fee to enter. It's nice when you can get to the beach without a lot of hassle. The clear water was a highlight, and there was plenty of room to spread out without feeling crowded. Granted, I visited during the work week... Having enough space to settle in and enjoy the beach made for a relaxing visit. If you're looking for a spot to unwind and spend some time by the water, I'd recommend it.

Very beautiful and Clear! We went in around 11 and stayed till around 4. The water was pretty…read moreshallow when we got there, and got more shallow the longer we were there. Good amount of people and kids. Everyone was really friendly (my umbrella almost flew away and a group of ladies got it for me). There was a group of boys that seemed really nice having other kids join to play. Seemed to have a lot of positive vibes there. Warning: please don't go near the rocks. There is a half barrier wall and at the end is a pile of Boulders/Big Rocks with SHARP barnacles I barely touched them and have paper cuts all over my hands looking around for shells, they guys with me have deep cuts of there shins and feet. Highly recommend gloves and proceed with caution is looking for shells. It was mostly calm water. Towards the end it had some decent waves, for the Gulf side anyways.

Beautiful island with really great beaches on the north end. The water is really clear and a…read morebeautiful bluish green. You can only get to the island by . Perfect location to see different size stingrays, manatees, dolphins, different species of birds and tons of shells to collect.This is a great spot for taking photos.

Beautiful island in the gulf adjacent from tarpon springs. We enjoyed walking the sandbar ,…read morefinding all the hermit crabs, shells and wildlife. The water is crystal clear and so serene. This was the first time my dog ran the beach and I e never seen her happier. She frolicked and chased birds. Kids loved seeing crabs, fish and found so much wildlife. If you have the chance to Make it over by boat I'd highly recommend. It took us about a 20 min boat road from tarpon springs.

This is an incredible park for walking in nature. There are so many ospreys and birds and the trail…read moregoes all the way to a deserted beach. I saw ospreys on their nests, fishing and enjoying the day! There is a tall wooden tower at the beach where you can experience a truly amazing view! It's a little shaky but I made it. So can you! It was relaxing and fun plus the other people here were willing to show me the way! Life is good!

We love the outdoors and exploring new places. The park is still recovering from a fire, but it…read morewas still beautiful and we did see wildlife, which is always a joy. Saw a few birds, tortoise tracks, a dolphin, fish and different types of birds. The trails were easy to spot and navigate, but not recommended for someone with disabilities due to uneven and sandy trails.

Peaceful residential pier in crystal beach area of palm harbor. It's relaxing and calm so perfect…read moreto watch the sunset. It isn't a true beach but a beautiful area to sit and watch the sunset especially if you're looking for a calm and low traffic area. Last visit I saw lots of birds, fish and stingrays at low tide which was fun. Many people bring their dogs and there is a few benches to sit at. Overall it's a relaxing place to visit for a peaceful sunset

Don't confuse the name as another commenter did. Crystal…read moreBeach is the name of a section of Palm Harbor, FL. There is a quiet area on St. Joseph Sound with a newly rebuilt pier, and plenty of area to enjoy a nice sunset or have a picnic. Parking is certainly enough.

Best Private Beach on Florida's Gulf of Mexico ! Clean & Safe with Tiki Huts, BBQ's, Showers and…read moreClean Bathrooms Interested in joining ? then you'll have to become a Member, and as a Gulf Harbors Realtor [and Resident Specialist] it would be my pleasure to assist you.

This is one of the nicest beaches on the gulf, It is a privet beach that means that people coming…read morein from the gulf (boats, Jet skis) are not permitted. this is what keeps the privet beach usable for the members. The team that maintains the beach and all areas that are connected to it Do a GREAT job maintaining the sand as well as the bathrooms and parking area, as for the guard staff i have never had a problem with them (But i am polite and non-confrontational) and that is what I get back from them, One of the Best events at the beach and is open to all is Easter Morning sunrise service put on by Sprit of Grace church every easter for over twenty years there is over 400 people that come and boats anchor just offshore to be at the service. and it is always up lifting. So, to end it is a GREAT BEACH for anyone that lives in Gulf harbors

This is our favorite place to walk the dogs and enjoy some stunning scenery. Quiet and peaceful…read moreand we only see a couple other people when we are there. Its like having the whole world to yourself! The river is mesmerizing to watch and if you are lucky you will see a couple dolphins playing like we did on our 1st visit. They close at sunset so don't get stuck in the park. Early is the best (coolest) option. See you soon!

LOVE LOVE LOVE!…read more "Individually we are one drop. Together we are an ocean." I'm 1000% totally with Yelper Tara B. on this one. Excellent Review Tara B! I voted you up doll. xoxo Tara B. is spot on. This park is a beautiful natural wonder that needs to remain a naturalistic un commercialized space. The Indian mound here alone is sacred & should be respected & preserved till the end of time. The entire park is so beautiful, you can feel it's a very special place when you see the giant American eagles nest soon as you get to the docks by the water. Yes, you can still partially see the creepy power plant from the docks, but barely, as it's way way in the distance separated by a large land mass/Key. I think you must be far enough away from that creepy toxic thing on this side of the Key that the animals feel safe here as there is so much wildlife in and around this park area. The American eagles nest is clearly the most important clue, as the manatee sightings area is just a few feet from it at the end of the docks. American Eagles & Manatees! Right here, together! WOW. WOW. WOW. No wonder the Indians loved it here. A natural wonder, with an abundance of natural resources. A natural paradise. The docks are also very nice here. The best place to drop your watercraft in for the day & explore the area. There is a nice big parking lot for your trucks/trailers etc., 30 mins max loading & unloading. it's a very busy boating area. There is also a very nice beach area here that does have swimming. However, there is a sign posted that says the water is tested weekly for "bacteria" thou. (Mercury/Toxins testing not included) Nope, just more fancy word salad stuff.. just FYI. Anyhoo, There are tons of places to fish, I saw lots of people fishing, taking naps, reading, hiking around the lake, having picnics with their families under the shelter etc., There is also a large children's playground, lots of large old Florida shady oaks draped in moss, yuge open green spaces, very mature tropical plants & large mature palm trees throughout the park. It looks and feels very ancient & historic even thou the infrastructure is new. Docks, shelters, bathrooms etc., a magnificent park. A magnificent place. A natural wonder indeed. It's obviously very popular as it was busy the whole time we were there. Note: I can see why the elites want to take over this beautiful nature park & turn it into a commercialized water front restaurant as it's such an attractive/popular area. All they care about is making money. They do not care about ruining the natural habitat of the animals, desecration of the ancient Indian burial mounds here or taking away the green space/Park of the tax paying locals & their children's playground that live here. And we must not let that happen. We have to say no to this never ending Greed. Greed is a cardinal sin. Last time I checked the 7 cardinal sins are pride, GREED, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony & sloth. Yep, there it is right there, GREED = SIN and it's ruining our country. The US Government already owns half the country. What will happen when they own 60% 80% of America? Yep, that's right, total control over everything & we the people too. One Disney park in Florida is enough. The natural parks are our green spaces. Places where we connect to Nature. Places where we connect to God. We must protect them. "Individually we are one drop. Together we are an ocean." Together, let's be the ocean & save our natural lands. Arrrr! Highest Recommendations.

Took a nice ride and saw many dolphins and seabirds. We stopped at a little island for those…read morewanting to collect shells or take a stroll on the beach. We took friends and my Pugs, we all enjoyed the ride. The staff was attentive and friendly as well.

So my family and I were on vacation and we loved going on this adventure! Thanks so much for an…read moreamazing time! Dolphins, sea shells and a smooth cruise made for some great memories!