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Treasure Island Beach, FL


Perhaps one of the most fascinating aspects of Treasure Island Beach is that it’s alive with various birds like parrots and pelicans. There’s an abundance of wildlife in this beach from dolphins frolicking out in the sea to the marine life that feed the pelicans.

It is also known for its abundance of shells on the beach. As a result it has become a popular beach for shelling in the area.

As a tropical paradise, this stunning beach has numerous wild flowers amid tall, swaying palm trees which you can enjoy in an absolutely lush and breathtaking environment.

Accessing Treasure
Island in Florida

You’re in luck if you’re attempting to access the beach from Pinellas County. There’s a lovely Boardwalk on the access park that connects the parking bay to the beach.

With the 67 parking spaces open to the public, you’re certain to be able to find a good spot to park your SUV in the morning and take a stroll along the Boardwalk to the beach.

The nearly 1 acre beach access also has a water fountain to fill up your water bottles at and restrooms for taking a shower before you head home. The beach itself has numerous showers located at strategic spots for you to rinse the sand off after a dip in the sea and a roll in the sand.

For those of you who prefer pedal power to the thrust of horse power, you can secure your bicycles at the bicycle rack.

Staying near the Beach

Accommodation in Treasure Island in Fl ranges from condominiums to home for rent all along the stretch of the island. The beach front properties naturally attract higher rent that those that a bit of a distance away.

Whichever place you decide on to stay in, you’ll be thrilled to be part of this island’s community that count sea faring pirates and Timucuan Indians as part of its ling and checkered history.

Instead of condos and houses, you could check into one of the many hotels in Treasure Island. The hotels and motels that have sprung along the beach since the resort community began back in 1915 have a place for everyone and every budget.

You can stay at the Sunset Vista Beachfront Suites that bring you close to the astonishingly white sand and the wide beach. You can even go hunting for one of the treasures chests that were rumored to have been discovered on the island.

Activities on the Beach

There are lots of activities that you can engage in for a fun time at the beach. You can indulge in jet skiing in the spectacular blue waters and truly bask in the exhilarating feeling of skimming over the waves.

You could engage in parasailing that will really test your strength and your ability to guide the small craft against the strong wind.

You could go on a boat tour and let the warmth of the sun wash over you as you gaze out to sea from the deck of your sail boat. And you would definitely not want to miss watching the dolphins play!

The natural beauty of the beach will attract you from the start, regardless of which of the Treasure Island beach resorts you book into. You can walk along the paved pathway that’s almost a mile long and which runs parallel to the beach.

You can lie down on a beach towel and simply soak up the sun. You can jump into the sea and ride the crest of the waves. Whatever you decide to do, Treasure Island Beach in Florida will long remain in your memory as one of the best experiences you’ve ever had!