Honeymoon Beach is located within the
Virgin Islands
National Park – and is one of 7 beaches that make up the Caneel Bay Resort.
How do you get to the Honeymoon Beach?
Much like Salomon Bay, there is no clear road to Honeymoon Beach. To get there, sun-seekers will either need to
walk the Lind Point Trail, or arrive by boat
. For those who prefer walking, there are two different ways to navigate the Lind Point Trail.
How much does Honeymoon Beach cost?
All of the signage says it is
free to visit and park
. However, as other reviewers have said, they charge $10 per person to take the shuttle to and from the beach.
Which state has Honeymoon Island?
| Honeymoon Island State Park | Location Pinellas County, Florida , USA | Nearest city Dunedin, Florida | Coordinates 28°04′08′′N 82°49′52′′WCoordinates: 28°04′08′′N 82°49′52′′W | Area 2,785 acres (11.27 km 2 ) |
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Can you stay on Honeymoon Island?
Honeymoon Island State Park is a gorgeous spot to visit, but
couples cannot stay there
. They'll have to book a room at a hotel in a nearby location, like Clearwater Beach, and plan on paying a daily entrance fee of $8.
Does Honeymoon Island have bathrooms?
There are picnic tables, two covered pavilions, restrooms
and barbecue grills.
Can you swim at Honeymoon Beach?
Swimming, fishing, shelling, hiking and bicycling are all popular activities that make Honeymoon Island State Park an ideal getaway.
Can you walk to Honeymoon Beach?
You can walk from Cruz Bay to Honeymoon Beach along the Lind Point Trail
. The trailhead is just behind the Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center. If you park behind the Visitor Center, you must go in and get a parking pass. Parking is limited.
Do you have to take a ferry to Honeymoon Island?
Honeymoon Island and Caladesi Island were separated by a hurricane and now
it is required to visit by boat if you want to go
! You can also walk from Clearwater Beach, but the walk takes 1-2 hours!
Where are the shells on Honeymoon Island?
From Honeymoon Island,
just north of Clearwater Beach, all the way south to Naples Beach
, shells are plentiful due to the way the shelf floor of the Gulf of Mexico sits. The continental shelf on the east coast of Florida has a steeper drop-off than is on the west coast of the state.
How late is Honeymoon Island Open?
Hours are
8 a.m. until sunset
, 365 days a year. An entrance fee is required. The collection, destruction or disturbance of plants, animals or park property is prohibited.
Does Honeymoon Island have red tide?
Red Tide Level: None
Honeymoon Island State Park is open, 8 a.m. to sunset. The state park system is asking visitors to keep a six-foot distance from others not in their group, and to wear masks when indoors (such as in the restroom).
Who owns Honeymoon Island?
In 1974,
the state of Florida
purchased 113 acres of the island. Over the next six years, Florida purchased the remaining parcels of land on the island, and on December 7, 1981, Honeymoon Island State Recreation Area was created.
Is Honeymoon Island a good beach?
Located just off the coast of Dunedin (north of Tampa) on the gulf coast,
they're a great option if you're in the Tampa Bay area but trying to avoid the aforementioned crowded Clearwater Beach and St Pete Beach
.
Can you walk to Honeymoon Island?
Are there alligators on Honeymoon Island?
Alligators, no fresh water on the island so
no gators have ever been seen there
. 5. Sharks, yes this is salt water, however the bay is very shallow and warm not conducive for large predatory sharks, no history of any shark attacks in this bay , ever. The most common seen here is the bonnet head [ world record 28 lbs.
Why is it called Honeymoon Island?
During the 1930s, businessman Clinton Washburn purchased the island, which is north of Clearwater Beach. During a dinner with the editor of Life magazine, Washburn noted that
the island would make a wonderful site for honeymooners
. The editor used that in the Life story – and the name stuck.
Can you walk from Honeymoon Island to Caladesi Island?
There are only two ways to get to Caladesi Island. You can take a 20-minute ferry ride from Honeymoon Island or
you can walk to Caladesi Island from Clearwater Beach, Florida
!
Why is Honeymoon Island closed?
In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19
, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection announced March 20 that it would be closing Honeymoon Island State Park and Caladesi Island in Dunedin.
Is alcohol allowed on Honeymoon Island?
Honeymoon Island and Caladesi Island –
No alcohol is permitted
. Belleair Beach – No alcohol is permitted. Indian Rocks Beach – No alcohol is permitted.
Are there grills in Honeymoon Island?
There are two covered picnic pavilions and grills are located next to the nature trail
. These pavilions may be reserved for a fee. A picnic area is located on the northern end of the island. There are picnic tables, two covered pavilions, restrooms and barbeque grills.
Are there rattlesnakes on Honeymoon Island?
The Osprey Trail winds its way through the pine flatwoods portion of the island. Many animals reside here, such as gopher tortoises, raccoons and
eastern diamondback rattlesnakes
.
Can dogs go to Honeymoon Island?
Head for Honeymoon Island's dog beach to spend time in the water with Fido or take a walk along the shore
. Just be sure to keep your pet on a six-foot handheld leash. Both you and your pet will enjoy the crystal-clear, shallow water, which is the perfect depth for dogs to wade through comfortably and cool off.
How much does it cost to take the ferry to Caladesi Island?
Come relax or play on our beach. Caladesi Island is accessible by private boat or via the Caladesi Connection ferry service. Cost for the ferry is
$16.00 for adults and $8.00 for children
.
How long is the Lind Point Trail?
What is this? The Lind Point Trail is
about a mile long (one way)
and stays pretty flat. The only time you will encounter inclines is leading down to the beaches, or if you choose to do the Upper Lind Point Trail.
How do you get to St Thomas Honeymoon Beach?
From St Thomas: Take the ferry, which departs from Red Hook (the eastern most point of St Thomas) every hour on the hour in both directions—$7 per person each way—a 15-minute scenic and enjoyable ride. Once you arrive, make your way to the Visitor Center and choose to hike the Lind Point Trail to Honeymoon Beach.
