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.

Yet again another non-swimmable beach. This was another Tarpon Springs Beach we stopped at since…read morethere was no way we would get close to Clearwater Beach on the Sunday they had the take over and it was chaos! This beach is pretty bc of the palm trees on the beach but the water is very shallow here like not even ankle deep until you walk far in and there's tons of seaweed. Come for a picnic when it's cooler out, but don't expect to be swimming in the water. Non residents pay $5 a day or pay for a yearly permit. Residents are free with a registered City-issued permit.

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!

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.

The beach is small and was crowded on a Thursday afternoon…read more The drinks at the so-called cafe were undrinkable. The banana slushie had ice cubes as big as pebbles floating in a white mixture tasting vaguely of banana. The mango smoothie looked radioactive and was clearly nothing but chemicals. If it doesn't come in a bottle or a can, just say no. We had a fried fish sandwich, a hotdog, one each of these terrible drinks and a Diet Pepsi for almost $50. If you can, go to Clearwater Beach.

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.

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.

We love to be outdoors. We are visiting Tarpon Springs and decided to go for a nature walk. This…read morecame up on a few different sites as being a good place to begin. I cannot tell you the amount of wildlife we saw. It was absolutely amazing. We saw Osprey and Ibis and tricolor Heron. The list goes on and on. We also saw a pair of osprey in a nest. We also saw a black vulture, a ring, neck, snake and various ducks not to mention a bald eagle juvenile. The water is beautiful. You can walk out on the dock and get a Birdseye view of the golf. They have clean bathrooms and plenty of parking. Bring your sunblock.

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.

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

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

Such a miserable experience with a guard today . My wife with a 3 yo baby boy was invited by the…read moreresident who has a permanent guest pass available. But she couldn't get in twice even with a guest pass until my wife called the friend who had to show up . And still the guard with a huge favor given, after 15 mins of bullish.., fraying nerves and telling my wife almost to fu.. off... let her in !!!! instead of just do Inga his job and duty ( at least what he was supposed to do ) . How that person assigned to be a guard in general with such a nasty, negligible , dismissive and disgusting attitude towards people . Gosh ! It's unbelievable indeed !!

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!

This ramp is a nightmare. Don't go. It is a setup for aggravation and fights. No one is courteous…read moreand ramp is always way to full. Only one way in and out to pick up and put boats in. Not very thought out.

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!