St. PetersburgBeach
Fort De Soto Gulf Pier Beach
994.8(2.6k)
Editor's take
A 4.8/5 with 2,574 reviews plus consistent “crystal-clear water,” soft sand, and wildlife/shallow-water praise makes this a top-tier Bay beach.
What visitors say
Visitors repeatedly highlight crystal-clear, calm water and soft sand, plus wildlife/fishing and convenient facilities like restrooms/showers and a beach store.
Fort De Soto South Beach is a Gulf-facing south stretch inside Fort De Soto Park, surrounded by natural shoreline and wildlife. Visitors rave about soft sand, clear water for swimming, shoreline walking, and easy day amenities like bathrooms/showers and a beach store.
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- Phone
- (727) 582-2267
- Website
- Visit website
- Hours
- Open daily 7:00am-sunset (park closes at sundown)
