Perfect spot to take a walk and enjoy the beautiful Florida sunsets. Clean and easy access to parking. read more

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Needs playground for kids, beach is too rocky . Otherwise very nice, sunsets are beautiful! Maybe add an ice cream truck

Was a nice, small beach, dog friendly to visit. The parking is free and people friendly.

It's not your well known FL beach - no soft white sand - mostly a sandbar and yes, we saw a couple walking, but not most ideal. Most people sit on the seawall while watching a sunset. You can tell that it's one of the bigger attractions in Hudson because parking was hard to find. Of course, one of the restaurants had cameras to monitor their precious parking spots to ensure you're actually eating there since there isn't a lot of parking in the area. The good thing is that a lot of people were leaving, so we were able to secure a spot. They have a sidewalk, so it's handicap accessible. They have a pavilion with picnic tables. Fishing & swimming is prohibited. Boat ramp accessible and a big lot dedicated for parking. Grab ice cream after at a local shop! read more

Hudson Beach Park - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

I remember this beach at least being swimmable years ago. Today, there is a "no swimming" sign (due to bacteria levels) and the place is looking rugged. That didn't stop folks from sun bathing on the small strip of sand... and truth be told, it didn't even stop people from swimming either! If you're looking to fish, you have to do it on the "south" side of the beach. read more

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This is no beach at all. The city has stopped replenishing the sand, so you will be walking on mud bog bottom, rocks and shells, hard to go barefoot in the swimming area. I wouldn't go top this beach with my kids. All of the good reviews are not reviews of the beach but of the restaurant or the sunset while parked in your car. But that isn't what this review is for or it would have them in the name. The beach sucks and the city of Hudson should be ashamed. Especially since they charge to park at this cry for help of a beach. I got off my motorcycle to take pictures of the wreck of a beach and found a pile of crap right in the middle of the only decent sand on the beach. Still don't know if it was animal or human... Don't waste your time here, unless you think you or your kids will enjoy walking on rocks... It has been many years since they put sand on this beach and I don't believe they plan to ever do it again... I am a native to the area and my family use to go here since you drove your car out on a sand bar to go swimming. It was nice back then, the city should have never destroyed that... read more

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If you are looking for a big sandy beach with a lot of amusements to entertain you keep looking. If you are looking for an"Easy Like Sunday Morning " spot with beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico this is your place. Us locals love the serenity here, a nice place to enjoy a cup or coffee in the morning or view a beautiful sunset. Of course there are a couple of touristy restaurants out here to for your dining pleasure. read more

First time there Friday night, Best pizza around and the crab cakes were delicious!! I will definitely going back again! Waitress was awesome! read more

This is a great little beach for a picnic in this local town of Hudson. The water is not swimmable in locals opinions. There are places to ride bikes, build sandcastles, kids can play on the small playground, and there are a few geocaches. Multiple pavilions and about 4 eateries of all styles. Also, on you're way out, be sure to check out the local Hudson Ice cream store! read more

Hudson Beach Park - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

Hudson Beach has seen better days. Not that I was expecting much from this place but it still was a disappointment. In fact, as a lifetime Floridian I was embarrassed by the "Beach". If a tourist came here first and thought this was what Florida's beaches were like they'd leave and never come back!! Let me explain... Most of this park consists of a seawall/cement walkway along the water. There is about a 2-3' drop from the wall to the water. There is no sand here, just lots and lots of nasty rocks. They do have a sandy section of the park. This small area starts with some sand, and then there are lots of piles of dried sea grass which leads to the water and plenty of rocks. Again, the sand leads to the water and nasty rocks. Some of them as big as a football! If you make it to the water (you HAVE to wear shoes or risk cutting your feet) then you will find some sand, some rocks and lots more seaweed. The swimming area is small and borders the canals which lead to the housing development. That means you are swimming right next to where all the boats come in and out. It is kind of smelly here too. And the sand they did have was FULL OF CIGARETTE BUTTS!! My poor son was trying to play in the sand and just about every handful of sand had someone's nasty butt in it. If people are going to use the beach as their personal ash tray then it shows how little respect they have for their local beach! It is just trashy but there was plenty of other trash to keep the butts company: fishing line, wrappers, bags, etc. It wouldn't cost a dime to have some volunteers come out and clean up this small beach. The beach does have some redeeming qualities. Free parking (there is no way they could charge people here!), a couple of small playgrounds, bathrooms, fresh water showers, and a covered pavilion with an observation deck. I'm sure the place has nice sunsets and the adjacent restaurant (Sam's Beach Bar) looked interesting. read more

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Small beach but clean and great views. If you don't want to be in the hustle and bustle of the larger beaches, this is the place to go. Very enjoyable and peaceful views. read more

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Small beach area on a canal. $2 to park. Nice sunsets. Boat launch. A geocache or two. Playground. Pavillion. And a couple of touristy eateries. Could be a lot worse. :) I think there is a boat rental place. Or if you bring canoes or kayaks you can explore the canals and hit the local ice cream place, bar (Fisherman's Shack), oyster shack place and other Hudson sights. The beach itself isn't much. There is a small playground, picnic pavilions, and a lookout area structure. read more

Small, pretty park next to Sam's Beach Bar and across from Inn on the Beach. The sand and pavilions were clean and uncrowded on the summer Sunday we were there. Most of the shoreline has a seawall, but it's a pretty place to relax and there is an unarmored section for swimming. Parking costs $2. You'll hear the band from Sam's, but it's a merry crowd and sound, and family-appropriate. Swim shoes are a good idea in the water for those who don't want to step on seagrass or rocks. read more

Hudson Beach Park - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

I was surprised to find this local gem practically at the end of route 52. Not much of a beach but that isn't everything. There are a couple of large pavilions where I would prefer to eat a packed lunch, grill burgers or just sit for a beautiful view of the Gulf. There is a quaint hotel and a tiki style bar with gorgeous outdoor views where I'm sure the locales get their drink on. Make a visit if you've never been if for no other reason than to check another local town off of your "Florida coast towns" list. read more

Hudson Beach Park - Breaker wall, flooded walkway and a sandy place to sit. - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

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$2 to park in a small lot. The lot itself had plenty of spaces available, at 10am (shoulda been a clue there) A small strip of sand, then a bunch of slimy rocks, then the water/swimming area. The swimming area itself is about the size of a kiddie pool (at it's deepest) and it is a nasty, smelly brownish/blackish water. Honestly, it scared me to think of swimming in it. The covered pavilion/picnic area is super nice with plenty of tables and a nice 2nd story observation deck for looking out over the Gulf. If you just want to hang out, read a book, have a picnic, or get some pretty pictures-it's great for that. Anything else-forget it. read more

This hardly qualifies as a beach nor a park. The roped off swimming area is a few hundred feet at best. Boats go by from the canal. Parking sucks. It's hard to find parking and it costs $$$. Not sure where the park is? There is a pavilion and really small little kids playground. On the positive the sunsets there are quite picturesque. Like I said: hardly a park or beach by most people's definitions!! read more

If you want a beach, you will be disappointed. But if you want a nice place to have a picnic or BBQ with a bunch of people (there are grills and large covered eating areas), a stroll along the water, maybe some drinks and chow at Sam's Beach Bar while watching the sunset... it's pretty decent. Easy access, plenty of parking. read more

Hudson Beach Park - Plenty of dining areas. - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

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Nice picnic area and adjacent restaurants. Not much Beach though. Really just a sea wall but you can catch awesome sunsets here. read more

Hudson Beach Park - Early daybreak in February. - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

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Jan must have gone on a bad day. Hudson beach is a great place to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the deck at SAMs restaurant,or in a swing, under one of many pavilions, and when in season listen to a live band playing in the tiki bar. Thursday evenings a local Christian band plays and sings some of the old church songs. Sun bathe, fly a kite, read a book, take some photos, watch the boats, there are so many things to do here. As far as clean, it's very clean and the folks are friendly. I don't recommend swimming though. There's a small area in the canal for swimming that some do use, but I don't like it. For those who just want to relax,Watch the dolphins, shrimp boats going out, warm by the sun or feel the cool ocean breeze Hudson beach is the place to do it. read more

Nice spot for families, especially those with small children. The beach is calm and not overcrowded. There is a snack bar with many options.

I am a native Floridian but I live in Colorado. This stretch of sand is small but when you are needing a beach fix it will do. I think the area is hungry as they charge for parking but there is shelter and Sam's Beach Bar nearby to ease the pain of the meter. read more

Hudson Beach Park - Parks Near Me - Hudson, Florida

If you are looking for a beach to enjoy the sun& beach then this isn't the beach for you. If you want to watch some beautiful sunsets then this IS the best local spot to do that. First get an ice cream at the Hudson Ice Cream parlor then get there a little early ( parking can be a bit of an issue) and have a seat in one of the pavilions or on the sea wall and wait. You won't be disappointed! The sunsets are always gorgeous!! It's $2 to park or free if you have a handicap placard/plates. read more

It's a park with a very small beach. The water is not great for swimming but ok to dunk in your feet to cool off your little piggies. There's pavilion areas for picnics on the Gulf with beautiful sunsets. Nearby are a few places to get a bite to eat and a cool drink. $2 parking lot fee if you drive a vehicle. Free if you ride your bicycle. If you want a nice beach to lay out and play in the Gulf, this is not it. But if you want to just lay out or hang out, then this is your place. read more

Not impressed with this park at all. Which was too bad, it was close to where I was staying. Hardly any parking, lots of drunks and parking nazis waiting to tow you or ticket you. The pavillion area was being remodeled so there wasn't a lot to do. Even if that weren't the case, a very rocky beach not much sand and I wouldn't swim there. Best part was sunset. I took some awesome pictures. read more

Not much of a beach area if your looking to swim , it's small but it's ok if your just wanting to go see the sunset or if your looking for a short stay read more

Not too shabby, it was a little rocky (we came during low tide) and the sand was mushy but my overall experience was pleasant. There wasn't too much noise due to few people. We did hear some nice music coming from the nearby bar. The three pavilions are well maintained and there are a few grills. read more

I think this beach has gotten an unfairly harsh review. I live about 2 miles away, close enough that I often walk there with my camera to watch the sunset. While its true a couple months out of the year the swimming part of the beach is closed, the rest is usually very clean. I can't remember seeing any cigarette butts in the sand. The park staff seems very attentive to picking up the garbage that gross people leave behind. In fact, I've never seen a garbage can that wasn't recently emptied. The bathrooms are relatively clean for public restrooms. The kids play area is well maintained. My nephew loves it. The water isn't blue, but that is not due to polution, it has more to do with the mineral content of the water. Even in the FL keys, many of the places you'll go the water is not the blue of magazines. Finally, we are lucky to have a beach at all. Our brilliant county commissioners once upon a time, decided to draw tourists to Pasco by making us part of the "nature" coast. Which means they are committed to not developing as much of the coastal "wilds" as possible. In fact, if it hasn't been developed already, it can't be. In the 50s, before our leadership lost their heads, a local family put the beach in, and donated it. Were it not for their generosity, we'd have to travel to Clearwater to watch the sunset at a public beach. read more

First of all, this isn't really much of a *beach*. It's more like a park on the water. If you know that, it's not a bad spot. Enjoy the beach town atmosphere, grab some drinks, and catch a great Florida sunset over the water. read more

Good for a walk, look at hermit crabs, and watch a great sunset. The small beach's water level is low, enough for kids to play in, there are a lot of barnacles, so swimming shoes are good. There are a lot of long brown seaweed on the ocean floor during the summer. read more