Dunedin Causeway is still one of our go to's. We love the ease of free parking here. Although it's changed a bit bc one section has been closed for some time. There's still parking but it's definitely more crowded. This is not a swimming beach for us. Since it's the causeway I wouldn't say it's the cleanest of swimming water. People do swim here. There are more kayaks here if anything. We now love to tie up our hammock here bc there are actually trees to tie them up rather than the beaches that more likely do not. Though it does get loud with the cars buzzing by. We love the walking trail here. It's a perfect place to walk our dog. It's def popular for those who want their cars close by. People bring their set up and friends and hang out, and see the sunset. read more

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This is one of my favorite places to be in the whole world. It's always hopping. Beach goers set up along the beaches, people chilling in hammocks, walkers, joggers, people leisurely biking. Can see all sorts of wildlife from the bridges. There's a super causal tiki style restaurant, kayak rentals, and public bathrooms all along the trail on the causeway. Expansive water views all around, and two islands at the end! Perfection! read more

A beautiful stretch of road and shoreline with stunning water views on both sides. Perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, walking, biking or just relaxing by the water. Easy parking, pet-friendly and totally free to enjoy. A local favorite and must-visit if you're in the area. read more

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We enjoy hanging out around sunset on this causeway. It's peaceful and scenic. We occasionally get some gelato at Coolside and pop over here to park, relax, enjoy our gelato and take in the view. Life is good with a calm view and gelato! read more

Check the tide report! This is important Not only for launching your vessel and your own safety, but also for parking your vehicle. Low tide is deceptive on how close you can be to the waters edge. If this is your first time, park your vehicle along the tree line if possible. Or ask a regular to the area. Parking is free. Be mindful of if you are parking in the motorized zone or non motorized areas. Jeep's tend to populate the causeway on Wednesday's in the evening. Usually a large party gathering on both sides of the causeway. read more

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Beautiful causeway leading to a stunning state park. Wonderful place to fish, catch a sunset, hang out with friends, you can launch your rave runner or tie a cot to a couple palms. If you want to hit the beach it's just $8 to gain entrance to Honeymoon beach. Which is a great place to swim, collect shells and many many other things. read more

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The Dunedin Causeway Beach offers pretty views of Honeymoon Island & Caladesi Island and is a good spot to launch jet skis, boats, kayaks. The Dunedin Causeway is a 2.5-mile route that leads from Bayshore Boulevard directly to the entrance of Honeymoon Island State Park. The Causeway is open for recreational activities from 5:00 am - 11:00 pm. The Causeway is lined on each side by water with vistas of St. Joseph Sound and plenty of free parking along the access areas that parallel the main roadway. It is a terrific destination for fishing, watercraft activities, and sunbathing. The area is also a popular venue for walking, jogging and bike riding as a spur of the Pinellas Trail runs along the entire length of the Causeway on the south-side of the road. Restroom facilities and a concession operation are located on the western portion of the Causeway, just before the second bridge. Sail Honeymoon, Inc is the permitted concessionaire and offers a great selection of sailboat and kayak rentals as well as food and beverage sales at the High & Dry Cafe open 10am-sunset. The Dunedin Causeway is a popular location to launch a variety of watercraft including motorized boats, jet skis, wave runners, sailboats and kayaks. Unfortunately, there are no paved ramps. The southern facing area is divided into four separate sections. No boat launching is permitted on the north side of the Causeway, west of the drawbridge. Non-motorized boats have two areas for launching: the portion east of the draw bridge and again from the concession area west to the second bridge. Motorized boats (including jet skis) can launch from a beach entry 200' area just west of the draw bridge (no boat ramp facilities). No watercraft are permitted in the center of the Causeway between the motorized and non-motorized launch areas. If you're looking to fish, jet ski, or kayak to Calaedesi island, I recommend you visit the Dunedin Causeway. The Dunedin Causeway Beach is not an ideal beach for swimming as there's some rocks, seaweed, not a lot of waves, and the sand is mushy and a bit muddy. If you're looking to swim, definitely go to the North Beach at Honeymoon Island State Park next door! read more

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Dunedin causeway is a great place to hang out by the water. The water is calm enough to go out on a paddleboard and the sunsets are beautiful. read more

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This is one of my favorite places to walk around to get some exercise. The sunsets are amazing and the views are great. There is a nice place in the middle to get a drink or bite to eat as well as rent kayaks. People bring their jet skis out here everyday. You can walk dogs on the trail just not on the beach. This is a must see if you live in the area. read more

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Beautiful paved path to bike, walk, or other activities. You can park along the causeway and it's right next to the trail. I brought my bike and rode along the trail. There was a nice cool breeze from the water and it was great! Afterwards, I saw dolphins playing in the waves from boats! So fun! read more

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Beautiful stretch of road that would be a good choice if you don't want to pay to get into Honeymoon, still offering great views of the sunset and paved areas for walking. People come to fish, lay in hammocks, and relax. Weekends are crowded, lots of younger people like to hang out here. read more

I absolutely love the Dunedin Causeway, what a beautiful stretch of land between mainland and Honeymoon Island. My friends visiting from Georgia really wanted to see the florida sunset so we popped on over here from dinner and caught the last of the summer sun as it dipped into the gulf. A little water, a little sand and a dolphin in the water made the evening a greatly memorable one! read more

Love the sunsets and fishing the causeway. What I don't love is the constant "doggie land mines", especially by the bridges. Dogs are not supposed to be on the Causeway Beaches by law. Before you start, I am a dog lover. Nothing like the smell of fresh dog crap baking in the Florida sun as you're fishing ! https://www.dunedingov.com/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/103/2115#:~:text=Alcohol%2C%20camping%20and%20ground%20fires%20are%20not%20permitted%20on%20the%20Causeway.&text=Dogs%20(on%20a%20maximum%206,at%20Honeymoon%20Island%20State%20Park. read more

Great area and fun stuff to do here. Highly recommend the Dunedin area. Walking the Causeway is wonderful.

Love the Dunedin causeway! So much to do! Walk the paved trail, ride your bike, rollerblade. Wanna relax? Bring a hammock and find a couple palm trees. Need a drink? Check out High & Dry. Wanna get out on the water? Rent a sailboat, kayak or SUP. You can park along either side and relax by your car or head all the way in to Honey Moon Island State park. Beautiful sunsets are my fave! Wednesday night is Jeep Night! read more

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Nice area to stop and take in the scenery and just relax. Looks like it can get pretty busy but there were several parking areas. Had to move the car as the tide was coming in. Bathrooms on site. read more

Dunedin Causeway has become the goto spot for when I want to breathe in that fresh salt air, don't want to deal with crowded beaches, be able to park my jeep on the beach, cookout or otherwise just chill and watch the wonderful sunsets that take place here. We started going here almost 2 years ago before we moved to Tampa. Now it's almost once or twice a week. Something about pulling up to the side of the water, pulling out your lawn chairs and just sitting down to take any stress or care in the world out of the way. I'm sure you can get this from about any other beach, but the Dunedin Causeway always has something going on. Just enough activity to make it lively but not too crowded that you think a random seagull is going to dive bomb the food you're cooking out...although, be warned...seagulls like potato chips. We see so many types of wildlife out here it's awesome. Spoon Billed pink Egrets, fish jumping everywhere, Blue Heron, you name it and I've seen it. Absolutely love the place. You are also in close proximity to Honeymoon Island, you can launch a small boat or jetski here, or after you catch the sunset, you can be in downdown Dunedin to check out dinner or drink options in less than 5-10 minutes. Hope you come to check out this treasure of Dunedin and what it has to offer. read more

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Scrolling through a Yelp friend's reviews I came across this beauty! I visited the Dunedin Causeway for nearly 3 decades! For kayaking, watching sunset or just passing through to and from Honeymoon Island. I've watched fireworks for the Forth of July here too! So many memories over the years. My daughter suffered a stingray sting here- while climbing out of her kayak on a sandbar- fun fun (not). There is parking available on both sides of the causeway leading from the mainland to Honeymoon Island State Park. You can spot the north end of Caladesi Island State Park from the south side of the causeway and yes- you can boat across the channel. It's a very busy channel- I advise only experienced boaters attempt it- I did so many times in a kayak. There is a kayak & sailboat outfitter on the South side of the causeway. Public restrooms. Great spot for fishing or picnicking. The only ding is that is can get crowded and therefore trashed up. Expect gridlock on beautiful Florida summer weekends. Early in the morning or late in the evening is the best time to visit. Tip- I recommend water shoes because of the crowds an fishing- you never know what you can step on. read more

Breath taking! Great views of the ocean. People relaxing, fishing, swimming, walking and jogging, just enjoying life!

Excellent beach and deserves 5 stars however the city constantly sprays toxic weed killer everywhere and so close to the water! They need to at least go organic since there are people and children playing in the sand and not to kill our sea life. Do better! read more

This is a lovely place to watch the sunset! It seemed to be filled with locals who were fishing, stretching out in hammocks placed between palm trees, and just hanging out. You can basically park right on the beach! There's an awesome paved biking/running trail that made me want to move here so I could use it all the time! There's a bit of beach that's pretty rocky, but plenty of people were still out on floats or kayaks. This is a convenient, easy way to see the sunset if you're in this area. read more

The Dunedin Causeway is loved by the locals and always a budget friendly, "happy accident" for the tourists and newcomers with free waterfront parking on both sides of the road. It's just on the edge of town. - Close enough to be busy and full of seaside activity and convenient to shopping for your needs for a day at the beach, yet just far enough out to avoid being overwhelmed by the masses... Whether you are into fishing, paddle sports, or just soaking up the sun and watching people go by, 'The Causeway' is a perfect blend of stillness and motion, where nature and man cooperate. If you're blessed enough to stay until the sun sets over the tip of Honeymoon Island just through Hurricane Pass, you'll see a natural light show full of colors that haven't even been named yet. The newest addition to 'The Causeway' is the outside tiki deck attached to the 18 year old "Sail Honeymoon" kayak, paddle board, and catamaran sail boat rentals... It is covered by a palm thatch roof that provides shade from the Florida sun, shelter from the evening storms, budget friendly food and beverages for kids and adults and world class views until sunset. Bring your camera and let nature defy technology because regardless of your skill and gadgets, God will take the picture for you, capturing your moment and pausing that fast setting sun in it's array of color. Of course, like any place, there are pros and cons but this place' cons are my pros!! A few cons (for some) - not a typical, sandy beach. Water shoes are advised as there are rocks and sea shells, and sea grass. -- During low tide the beach can be a little gross for some people because it is muddy. -- Dogs are not allowed on the beach (but they are allowed on the paved walking trail that stretches the whole length of the beach.) So those are about the only cons, I can imagine anyone having issue with...Then again, maybe I'm impressed too easily!!! (This is my first 5 Star review though!!) http://www.sailhoneymoon.com/ read more

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This is one of my favorite local beaches! There is something here for everyone! Are you looking to get your jog on? There's a big-ass sidewalk! Wanna rent some paddlesport equipment? Cruise over to Sail Honeymoon! Want to just relax and soak in the sun? Park on the north side of the causeway, it's usually a bit quieter over there. Yes there are rocks and sometimes and abundance of seaweed but slip on some water shoes and you'll hardly notice! I've been coming here a lot lately with my new kayak. Just a heads up, boat traffic is heavy on the weekends. If you want to play it safe, do your paddling during the week when things are a bit quieter. read more

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We moved to Palm Harbor 1 1/2 years ago and live right down the street from the Dunedin Causeway. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE it! We love stopping by in the mornings on the weekend with our coffee, walking or riding our bikes on the causeway, fishing, or sitting up at the tiki hut place for a beer and a burger to watch the sunset. Last summer when we wanted to stay close to the house we go up to the causeway with our family and friends to hangout. We bring corn hole and a grill to just relax for the day. read more

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I have been visiting the causeway for about 10 years now. It's a nice place, always clean and rarely crowded. It is my absolutely favorite place to snap some pics of the Florida sunset because there are a lot of different angles and objects to include that can alter the pictures. In a single evening, I can snap pics from 4 different spots and make it look like each one was a totally different beach. Like hanging out? Plenty of trash cans, park benches and palm trees! Additionally, there are a ton of places to park and make a section your own for as long as you want. 2016 UPDATE: I recently found out that a lot of Jeep crews meet up here on Wednesdays for the sunset. They gather on the south side of the causeway, just before the second hump. read more

This is such a great place for walking fishing even renting SUP boards or kayaks great place to spend a day and they don't hit you up for parking fees recommend it for anyone Places to eat nearby and you can beach launch small boats. Come early to set up a good fishing spot bait shop nearby as you drive up to the water eating at frenchy's outpost bar and grill try the grouper nuggets they are amazing very nice place to bring a date or to fly solo. Seems they always have beach or island live music playing on their patio. Love it here wide open on cold days best place to be if you avoid crowds. So what are you waiting for jump in the water is warmer than the Great Lakes love the palm trees that line the causeway. Make the most of living in Tampa Marina close by and lots of waterfront to enjoy. Why wait head out now. Enjoy the Floridian winter read more

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Dunedin Causeway is a beautiful causeway with a pretty awesome bike and running trail. There are plenty of free parking, clean restrooms facilities, you can paddle board and kayak. Get your sun tan on...and great fishing. ooohh and you can park on the beach. Beautiful views of the Intracoastal and on a good day you can see dolphins, sharks, manatees, birds and even sting rays. It can get loud at times and depending on your location some people leave there trash behind...(that really gets to me). Overall, it's a great places to hangout read more

Not perfect but...I love to run on this strip as do many of my running friends. It's also an option to those who will not choose to go to Honeymoon Island Beach I live about 1.5 miles away! It's nice that Frenchy's has taken over the Outpost now. I always look forward to stopping by. Honeymoon Sails rents kayaks so you can take them over to Caladesi Island Beach! There are also bathroom facilities and a food truck near by as well! Many will launch their watersport vehicles off the Causeway as well. Going there for the sunsets alone is well worth it! The Midnight Run is held here at night on July 3 at 11:30pm. I also go during July 4th for the fireworks read more

Been here twice now. Beyond beautiful views (see pics). There is no charge to park. Simply pull off the road park and set up. You can fish, swim & even trailer boats/jet skis. The Pinellas Trail runs right along the causeway and allows you to bike or walk all the way to Honey Moon Island. There are clean restrooms and water fountains. I came here on a Saturday around 2pm, although buzzing with people of all ages (& their furry friends), it was not crowded or overwhelming. My only critique is that there isn't much beach area. I love the soft sand that the gulf coast offers and in my opinion this is more of a picnic activity area than a place to lie down and enjoy the beach. read more

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When you come from Iowa, born and raised, you can't really beat a spot like this in December which is when I first stopped by the Causeway. Have been back several times since and I love it. There is a beach on both sides of the road. As you cross over the draw bridge you will notice most people are on the left side which turns out there is a better beach experience on that side. If you choose the right side it is still nice but lots less crowded. About half way down the road is the main parking area. There is a public restroom, water fountain, showers and also a little shaky called High and Dry which serves food and drinks for a very decent price. There is a little shop next door that rents out kayaks and SUPs. Prices are mediocre but can find cheaper in the area and have them deliver the board to you if you would rather. People hang out all times of day and evening. You can watch the sunrise while you do yoga. You can watch the sunset with a drink at High and Dry. It is a very relaxing experience. Weekends can be much busier. If you like to have your own spot I recommend going a little early... say before 10 AM and choosing your spot. Coolers are ok as is food but they say via signage no alcohol and not animals on the beach. I have seen both of these rules/laws broken in the various times I have been there though. Bathrooms are so so clean. They are the stainless steel camping type toilets. It does the job. If you go on out past the beaches you will run into Honeymoon Island park. Pay a fee to enter and there are several more beaches out there. You can also catch the ferry to another island or you can kayak or SUP your way out there without paying. So relaxing, just don't forget your sunscreen. read more

I came to the Causeway twice during my two day stay in Tampa FL. It's one of those places that seemed to be beautiful yet tranquil at the same time. I learned first hand how beautiful it is while running with my Tampa friends. It's pretty much a strip of land with beaches on either side with a road and a bridge going through it, connecting the Florida peninsula to Honeymoon island. While there is steady traffic flowing through here on a daily basis, you can find good spots to park your car to enjoy the beach life here. Many people come to the Causeway to enjoy the beach, the waves, and just the fact that it's out here and definitely a place to go to just reflect on life and what it all means. On my first trip here, I did a 4 mile run with Tampa friends, whom lived relatively nearby on the first evening. They showed me around and I'm glad that they showed me this place. It's quite breathtakingly beautiful and a wonderful place to be on any given day. The entire stretch of the Causeway was probably close to 6 or 7 miles in total, although I can't be too sure about that. The area here is very nice and I'm sure it attracts a lot of folks each day wanting to get out of the rat race and just enjoy what mother nature has provided for them here in Tampa. I loved it here each time I came out here and would love to go back. There's always next time for sure. The overall experience here at the Causeway was unique twice. Delicately located on the alternate US-19 highway and US-589, the Causeway links the Florida peninsula with Honeymoon island, as mentioned before. It's a strip of land that can be very much overlooked when driving to and from the island, but many people come here to chill and I am glad that I did just that. On the first day, as mentioned before, I went for a 4 mile run with friends who lived in the area. We got to see a lot of people walking and running. We started our run around 6pm and finished up around 7:15pm. During that time, we got to see a seriously gorgeous sunset along the water and it was amazing. It wasn't like Hawaii's sunsets though, but it was really nice. I'm sure sunrises on the eastern side of Florida is quite surreal as well. For the second day, I ended up here in the early afternoon and spent a good 3 hours or so playing the still popular game Pokemon Go. I was trying to search for an elusive lapras, but to no avail. It was nice to have that strip of beach that's very much drivable on the right side (driving to the island) with some spots for parking. Both sides, in fact, are walkable along the beach and you can always walk along the concrete paths along the roadway. Like most public beaches and public spaces, the Causeway is free! Free admission and that is awesome. I would like to recommend coming here, especially for runners and walkers who want that change of scenery. If you enjoy being near the water and just like to be around the ocean, best bet would be to come here and enjoy what beauty is out there around us. I did bring my phone with me, but it started having issues when trying to carry it with me while running with friends, so I didn't get a shot of the aforementioned sunset on day one. Bring sunscreen if you intend on making it a day out on the water. For myself, it was just a time to relax here in Florida and play here on two occasions. I wished that I had more time here, but I guess a few hours here and there would be a good start. I came here in late October, so the temps here aren't bad. Wait till evening when the temperatures drop in to the 60's when everything will be cooler and not be up in the 80's during the day. Whatever you decide to do here at the Causeway, have fun and enjoy! 5.0 stars for the scenery. Worth it! Support local! A+ read more

Five stars because it is free access to the Gulf. Growing up on the coast of New England we never had beach access without paying for it and even then you couldn't actually drive on the sand, go fishing, it was overcrowded, etc The causeway is great to park and watch the sunset, grab some takeout from somewhere or make a picnic and bring a solo cup and you'll feel the place is yours as it is very rarely crowded. The beach portion is not so great if you are looking to go in the water. It is extremely rocky, shelly and you can walk out 50 yards and maybe be up to your waist if you are short. I've fished here a few dozen times when I am looking to just escape for a quick hour. You will catch fish here but an actual story telling fish is a rarity mostly pinfish, the occasional undersized mango or Spanish Mac. If you do decide to fish here you'll need a license. FWC does frequent the place. They probably won't bother you unless you have a cooler or a visible keeper but they will stop by. read more

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This is my go to spot for a quick stand up paddle board ride It's a nice half mile jaunt to Caladesi from the south side On a weekday there are not too many boats creating waves which makes this one of my paddle board fav's and the fact that I almost always see dolphins playing is so cool I get excited every time, pointing, almost falling, lookin' like a fool This isn't your spot to hang out in beach bars It's more for locals avoiding all the crazy, Clearwater cars They offer kayak rentals if that's your thing Food, drinks, and sunscreen you should bring Overall, a convenient beach for an early morning jaunt breezy air, little waves, free parking, what more could you want? read more

not sure why im listed as living in California,because ive lived in florida since 1985,but here goes. I lived on the causeway for years 2000-2005 .I absolutely loved it. Quiet,beautiful,not so crowded as other local beaches.Its developed,quite a lot,since I moved. Still, a nice beach overall. I used to go sailing,tanning there everyday. Restaurants close by,on the way to the causeway,and at the beginning of the causeway. Great family beach along with the ferry to take you to the island,go further down causeway to the state park.Beautiful sunsets,many times seen dolphins playing. read more

Great connector. Seems like a very applicable place for dogs to go, but I was yelled at. Would of really enjoyed the company of my pal with me. read more

For me, this is the closest beach to home besides Clearwater beach and I like it here because it's a bit less hassle to get here than to the more popular Clearwater beach. As far as activities go, there is alot to do here. You can rent kayaks or jetskis and lots of people are generally out on the water enjoying it, whether it be doing watersports, on their boat, or fishing from designated areas. As mentioned earlier, I prefer to come here sometimes because it's easier to get to and less traffic than dealing with the beach, plus the parking is easier to locate and best of all it's free. The walking trail here is a great addition as well, it's nice to walk over the bridge and take in the beautiful scenery of my home state. The only thing holding my review back from being 5 stars is the excessive amount of sharp rocks on the sand and in the water here. You definitely need to wear water shoes to avoid hurting your feet, so come prepared. The sand is not as smooth as other beaches, but I still really enjoy coming here and will return many times over the next few months during spring and summer season. read more

To me this represents the epitome of why many move to Florida. Surrounded by the mighty & awesome Gulf of Mexico, in all of its glorious splendor. A great walking bridge complete with condos, palm trees, benches and many other locals & tourists enjoying a walk, jog, bike ride, dog walk or drive. This area you feel much more protected than say walking across the much busier Bay Way, in South Pinellas. This is a quiet area, good for reflection and just enjoying the water and sun or moon at its best. Personally I love this area of Pinellas and I am a proud native. When that big hot firey sun, sets into the big Gulf of water, simply magnificent. It is a priceless view that is absolutely free. A must see for everyone and all ages# What's a girl to do? Keep loving & respecting the water and always appreciate all sunsets! read more

The causeway is such a nice spot to spend a few hours or the entire day enjoying the sun, water, birds and people. It's easy to maneuver, plenty of parking areas and has a place to rent paddleboards and kayaks. Take your beach chair or blanket to relax, fish a bit, wade or take a walk along the water. Just an easy excuse to get out and enjoy our area! read more

This is the place to go for us, being Dunedin residents. The pugs love coming here to walk, there are beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico. Great place for sunsets, very peaceful. read more

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It's been quite a while since I've visited this part of the bay. Shame on me! This place is fantastic, better still a great place! Clean, relaxing offering fishing, walking and our great Florida sunsets. This is what Florida is all about. Hope they don't extend the honeymoon island toll booth further north! Only kidding, don't want to give anyone any ideas!!! This evening enjoy a sunset. read more