The Best Attractions in Pinellas County, Florida
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Ohana Cafe
A friendly Aloha greets you as you enter the doors of this local Hawaiian dining gem in Dunedin. The menu here is so fresh and healthy, a massive difference in comparison to most of the surrounding restaurants. From plant-based pancakes, to GF popovers, to veggie omelets, to fruit smoothies and acai bowls, fresh organic local ingredients are used in every dish. Their pancakes and smoothies are seriously the best! Ohana is the best place in the region for anyone needing gluten-free or vegan fare, hands down! This place recently reopened in Palm Harbor after merging with their sister smoothie cafe, Ohana Fresh.
Honeymoon Island State Park
Time and time again Honeymoon Island has been rated one of Florida’s top beaches. With miles of smooth soft white sand, iconic sunsets, on-site nature trails, a special dog beach, and even cruises (separate tickets required) over to a secluded island (Cadaelsi), is there anything this beach is missing!? Honeymoon is a gorgeous Gulf Coast destination whether you want to relax, sunbathe, take a beach walk, beachcomb, snorkel, hike, or play with your dog on the beach. A bit crowded during tourist season, but worth it for a one time visit to enjoy the beauty!
Brooker Creek preserve
Nature lovers visiting Tarpon Springs will definitely want to take some time out to check out the county’s largest wilderness area. Brooker Creek Preserve offers 5 miles of diverse trails. Along the way, you will pass a variety of natural Florida habitats (forested wetlands, oak hammocks, pine flatwoods) and possibly see some wildlife (I have seen armadillos and gopher tortoises on many occassions). Best of all, this place is super quiet, so you can really enjoy a little isolated me-time rejuvenation in nature.
Pinellas Trail
This lengthy 50 mile long rail trail begins in Tarpon Springs and travels all the way up to St. Petersburg. Many of the Gulf’s most notable attractions can be enjoyed via simple detours. The Tarpon to Dunedin route, a tree-lined 7 mile course, is the most scenic section. Start your ride in downtown Dunedin, grabbing a quick breakfast at Toula’s trailside cafe to fuel up, and then treat yourself to lunch at a local Greek joint upon arriving in Tarpon.
Anclote Island
This beautiful remote island, located 3 miles off the coast of Tarpon Springs, is accessible only by boat. A fantastic Dolphin Adventure cruise in Tarpon takes you on a relaxed, picturesque journey to this island. Sit back and enjoy some music and drinks as you learn more about the history of the sponge industry. Keep your eyes peeled as you will see lots of dolphins enjoying their natural habitat. Upon arriving at the island, you will have a half hour to awe at the secluded beauty and look for hidden treasures at this shelling hotspot. I enjoyed seeing dozens of dolphins and collecting so many colorful shells!
