Comments and Photos. Biking the South Section Petersburg to Clearwater. Biking in St. Petersburg The south end of the trail begins at 1st Ave. Southern terminus at 1st Ave. Along 1st Avenue SE. Street crossing. Coast Bike Share Station. Trailside restaurant. Bike lane traffic signal. Continuing on 1st Avenue SE.
Tropicana Field. Through an industrial area. Petersburg to Seminole The trail continues through an old industrial area, then becomes more commercial with several interesting bridges and an underpass. Pinellas Trail at St. Bridge at Park and Tyrone. Cross Bayou Bridge. Boca Ciega Bay. Coming off the bridge, KOA campground. Trail at Blossom Lake Park. Trail along rail corridor, away from road. Seminole to Bellaire Seminole City Park is another convenient stop with parking , restrooms, picnic areas, playground, and an interesting local history museum run by volunteers as a labor of love.
Trail bridge at Seminole Blvd. Trail at Seminole City Park. Seminole City Park. Trail divides - bike and pedestrian lanes. Road crossing - flashing lights.
Taylor Park, Largo - link to Pinellas Trail. Pinellas Trail at Largo. Largo to Belleair. Bridge over West Bay Drive.
Trail at Bellaire. Clearwater In Clearwater, the trail is urban, but well separated from the businesses along the way, with a lot of greenery. South Clearwater, alongside the road. Trail crosses diagonally. Leaving roadway at E St. Office buildings, road crossings. Crossing Druid Road, along railroad track.
At Turner St. Along S. East Ave. Cleveland Street - to Downtown. Along Blanche Littlejohn Trail. Turning away from roadside.
Crossing the channel at Old Clearwater Bay. Biking the Northern Section Dunedin The Historic Train Station , now the Dunedin History Museum remains a focal point, with the trail running down the middle of the street. In downtown Clearwater, the trail merges with wide sidewalks and a newly resurfaced bicycle boulevard. Use caution through here because the trail crosses roads with heavy traffic. Dunedin offers a particularly pleasant scene, with shops, restaurants, public restrooms and parking.
The Gulf of Mexico is just two blocks away, worth the brief detour for lovely coastal scenery. From there, it follows Keystone Road east. Lake Road S. One branch turns south, paralleling E. Park, where there are nature trails and a lookout tower offering views over Lake Tarpon. The other forks east along Keystone Road, then turns north, ending at the Pasco County line.
On the south end of the Pinellas Trail in St. Petersburg, parking is available along 1st Avenue on the south side of Pioneer Park. Park E. In between, there are many other parks along the route that provide additional parking options. For a trail guide and detailed map of access points and parking, visit Guide to the Pinellas Trail online. Awesome place to bike ride. We accessed this trail from Wall Springs park in Palm Harbor where there was plenty of parking.
Rode north to Tarpon Springs. The trail was pleasant and separated pedestrians from bikers on separate paths in congested areas. We rode to the sponge docks but could not find any bike racks to lock up our bikes. A nice trail. Another great ride on the Pinellas Trail. I love that the detours are well marked.
I also like the signs over the trail with the town names. There are several overpasses this direction so be prepared for a little shifting of gears. Great ride today over the Causeway to the Pinellas Trail. Then took it north probably pretty close to the end, north Tarpon Springs. Came back on the trail and rode out to Honeymoon Island as well.
This a great trail and there are many great eateries along the way. Highly recommend Ed. Completed the largo to Clearwater section and detoured to the beach for lunch. We drove from Bradenton and parked at Scott Taylor park -It had bathrooms and connects to the trail. Will definitely do this again but wanted to share how to get there because I looked for others that might have detoured to the beach for lunch and didn't see exactly how to do it. Follow the trail from Largo to Clearwater and take a left at turner street.
You will see the sign that says "to beach" follow that! You also mostly stay off the road this way. Also--this will keep you away from traffic on this side that goes over the Clearwater bridge. When you get to just before the roundabout- use the crosswalk to walk over to the right side of the road and take the roundabout north.
We wanted to have lunch right on the beach at frenchys Rockaway grill. You are on the sand with umbrellas! It was magical. Turns out there are several frenchys restaurants - so go for the "rockaway grill". There was also the Palm Pavillion restaurant but it has a patio and you aren't directly on the sand. This was a decent ride and the only hard part was the hill up the bridge- we walked some of it. Not that bad but we were out of shape.
We originally were thinking we biked about 7 miles round trip. Turns out it was 13 total. We were shocked because it didn't feel that long. The ride is close to one hour each way.
Not including lunch- which we spent about 1. We didn't want to leave it was so perfect. I hope this helps someone who was like me looking for help to plan a a detour to the beach. Definitely doing this again! This is a very unique ride as it is so urban.
You pass numerous buildings including offices, warehouses, apartments, single family homes, small businesses, etc. There are also several bicycle bridges that cross roads so you don't need to stop for traffic.
They were quite cool and a great leg workout riding up so many of them. The other great feature of this trail is its length Lots of things to see including primates! You can make extended trips by going to parks, beaches, out to lunch or on the sponge docks of Tarpon Springs.
Great trail! Fantastic ride, even on a hot summer day. A stop in Dunedin for lunch and gelato at the bike store made it even more enjoyable. Not as much scenery along the way but lots of great stops in the small towns. This trail changes depending on where you are.
It's mostly an urban neighbor hood trail. In the north its less urban and more parks, can take it over the top of lake tarpon across Keystone to Starkey property thru cow fields. The Dunedin section is a small down town with micro brewery and many shops. Near Bay Pines there is a nice bridge over the south starts a stretch of bridges and overpasses to challenge your legs.
May 5. Really nice trail easy passing because it's wide. We plan another ride because it is long 40 some miles. We rode the first 10miles coming from the south. Kind of boring but like I said the trail is mint. Clearwater is next and closer to the water.
Pete to Clearwater with a side trip to Clearwater Beach. Day 2: West St. Pete to downtown St. Pete and around the bay don't recommend this - it was pretty but congested, better for a walk and not a ride , then an evening ride to Treasure Island Beach followed by a long beach walk. The trail is so well signed and generally well maintained. Numerous parks along the way for bathroom breaks and refill water bottles check out John Taylor Park in Largo - there is much more to this park than the initial parking lot you bike to to use the bathroom - go deeper and ride slowly on the limestone trail around the little lake.
The many overpasses - especially in the south portion - add a nice little challenge. I mean how much flat and easy riding can you take ha ha. I admit my speeds going up the overpasses were slow in my flat pedal rental hybrid and I was constantly passed by clipped in men in their road bikes and lycra bikewear, but I never walked the bike yay me and for those how did - more power too you - you were OUT there on your bikes!!!
At four way stops they wait for you and let you pass. At signaled stops they stop for you even before you engage the signal. There are a LOT of road crossings which mean you will never pick up speed on this trail, but because the drivers are SO courteous you often only need to slow down and look and rarely need to stop.
Pete when you will need to stop at al the intersections. I recommend you take the side trip to Clearwater Beach. The views over the bay are incredible. Like all the overpasses, my speeds on the overpass were slower than slow, but I made it. If you have to walk your bike do it.
I want to personally hug every driver that stopped for me and to all the citizens and agencies that made this trail possible for me. The Crystal Bay in west St. Pete was a good location for trail use - The room was large enough to store my bike overnight - just had to haul it up and down the entry stairs and then used the elevator to get to my room.
My kids and I tired about 6 miles of this trail today. It was about a 26 mile loop. We stopped at local spots to picnic, stretch, and snack. It was a delightful way to spend the day!
We live far away, so we rented bikes at Kafe Racer. The staff there were excellent. I really enjoyed this section — yes, it had interruptions. Yes, it was busy in spots. Great urban trail!
Smooth surface. No standing water after a rain. I explored the southern end from St. Pete to Clearwater. Wonderful pedestrian bridges over the major roadways made it easy to stay moving.
However, the trail crosses quite a bit of traffic in and around Clearwater. Watch out for yourselves! Florida has the highest percentage of cycling deaths, per capita, in the US. I hope to further explore the trail in the future! The past two Novembers my wife and I have joined our best friends at their condo in Dunedin, what an enchanting town, and ridden this trail out of Dunedin both North and South.
The trail does have numerous road crossings but bikers are given special consideration and expected by drivers. The trail offers a variety of settings and places to sight see, eat, and just relax. We recommend the Boxcar in Dunedin for a snack, Home Plate On The Trail in Dunedin for a meal, or if you travel to Tarpon Springs the trail runs right by Toulah's restaurant so stop, park your bike and enjoy.
We highly recommend this trail. The section we did was from Largo to Causeway Blvd and was easy with changing scenery.
The disappointment was the many many intersections. We finally realized most of the drivers do slow down so we were able to cross quicker with less up and down effort. The highlight was Duniden. This trail town earned its name we had lunch here on the way back followed by a visit to a chocolate shop.
Overall, this trail was a bit too urban for us. This is a great lengthy trail. I have gone from head to head more than once and skate portions in between quite often. I want to love this trail but I can say that skaters were not considered with the surfaces and the upkeep.
I have a roller derby team and we actual have an adopted mile on this trail and I often take the team out for trail skates, but I will say most of the members could not manage the rough surface that makes up most of the trail. Curious on how to get more involved with the trail to better help engineers consider all athletes. Nice trail! North of Tarpon Springs is a bit boring, but the entire trail is very well maintained!
People are courteous always saying hello, how are you. I look forward to riding this trail,every march and October, when I'm vacationing at Indian rocks Beach. Congrats to the wonderful people who maintain and volunteer to keep this trail so wonderful. Thank to all Dave,Lewiston N. The trail is smooth and easy to follow! This trail is OK. I ride it every summer from the Target Parking Lot North.
Downtown was really fun. But I returned back on 1st Ave North. Was in Tampa for business. My wife and I rode the trail from Seminole to Honeymoon Island and back. We were very impressed with the trail. Thank you for this delightful opportunity to see this area. We will come back to ride the entire trail in the future. Rode from about 13 mi out into St Pete. Nice trail with varied scenery.
Was aware of safety concerns from other reviews around Gulfport but didnt encounter any mid--afternoon. Intersections not a big deal. Very bike friendly whether on the trails or streets.
Recently rode approx 15 mi south from Tarpon Springs. Enjoyable, leisuely ride, intersections not an issue as the trail is not a racetrack.
Do wish there were rest facilities along the way so you didn't have to leave the trail and find a nearby business establishment. This trail is right next to my house and I've ridden on it for years. The Pinellas trail is the best way to get around on your bike without being hit by a car. Florida has some pretty crazy drivers and a lot of bumpy sidewalks. This trail has increased my quality of life greatly.
The good news is that there are bridges over many of the busiest roads, so you don't have to hassle with traffic to cross.
The bad news is they require going up and over the bridge. There were 5 overpasses in this 10 mile stretch. Good for leg burns and cardio, but not good if you are looking for a leisure trip on a flat trail. Otherwise, trail is good, going through neighborhoods and some parks.
Looking forward to doing other northern sections. Snuck away from the family for a day to ride the trail from St. Petersburg up to Chesnut Park. The trail, like most, is pretty uneventful for many miles, but there are plenty of places along the way to stop, cool off, or get supplies if you need them.
Saw a few places along the trail where you can refill your water bottles but keep in mind they are outdoor fountains so its warm and even get air for your tires.
Would definitely like to do it again, just not the 3rd week in July. I read all the reviews, but did not really study the map. My bad. I was looking for a trial for some interesting scenery and a chance to do some fitness riding. Well, this trail provides a great deal of opportunity for practicing your clipping in and out. The trail is constantly interrupted by cross streets where you have to stop for traffic.
The drivers are very courteous, but you still have to stop for safety. So, no clip in and ride. If you are looking for fitness and uninterrupted riding, give this trail a pass. I am so impressed with this beautiful trail!
I just wanted to compliment all who work to maintain this outstanding recreational corridor between St. Petersburg and Tarpon Springs. The trail is well designed and maintained. The signage makes it easy for vacationeers like myself to access the trail and exit to visit surrounding neighborhoods. The many bike friendly communities adjacent to the trail offer a wide variety of food, drink and fun activities.
I appreciate the trail workers some of them volunteers who maintain the trail and offer directions and help when needed. The thing that impressed me the most, is the courteous Florida drivers. What a pleasant experience. I look forward to my next trip to Largo, so I can spend more time on this wonderful trail! Stopped in local bike shop in Gulfport for repair.
We started our ride in Tarpon Springs on a Saturday in January. The trail itself is a nice trail, but it goes through some densely populated areas and there were many riders, walkers, runners, etc. There are areas on the trail where the trail divides and walkers can use the smaller trail to the side of the bike trail.
The problem we encountered was the huge numbers of people. This kind of trail brings lots of tourists to the trail that are unfamiliar with biking "rules of the trail. In the towns it is especially bad, in between towns the riding gets better as the crowds diminish. Many, many cross streets in the towns to deal with. We rode two sections on the northern part of the trail. If it was crowded near Tarpon Springs and Dunedin, what would it be like closer to the large southern cities? I think its a great trail, well used, and in good condition.
Its just not for everyone. Also when a trail is crowded, is it too much to say "on your left"? In all our Florida trail experiences, so many riders passed us zooming by with no thought to warning those they were passing. Florida trail riders, please use trail etiquette. Every December I come to Tampa Florida and ride this trail. I have been doing this for the last few years.
This is simple a great trial and should be enjoyed much as possible. This was a fun day. My only complaints is there are areas that are heavily congested. Also there are a lot of overpass so plan for those. Exciting they are talking about making this a loop. Just exciting to see community's get this is a good thing. Hope they follow thru. I have wanted to try this trail for a number of years with my in-line skates - it was worth it! Started at an access point near Park and Pasadena and made it as far as Dunedin and back.
Most of the trail was in great condition fairly smooth pavement , taking you through several communities like Seminole, Largo, Belleair and Clearwater. Passed numerous cyclists, runners and walkers with strollers. Some water fountains, restroom opportunities along the way as well as food options convenience stores or quaint coffee shops.
Several bridges and uphill challenges along the way. Great trail option especially for an in-line skating adventure! Started at about East Tarpon Ave. Rode south about 5 miles did a turn around and went back and had brunch at Toula's Trailside Cafe. Will definetly eat there again. The trail was not overly crowded on the day we went. The weather was over cast, so it wasn't too hot. I look forward to doing more way points.
We live in St. We road the trail today and our son rollerbladed with the stroller. No problems. There were at least 10 people we passed coming from the other direction and several high school kids walking near the high school. Everyone was friendly. We've ridden the trail in the past and stopped at the fish store on the path on the way back. We've taken the trail to have lunch in Gulfport. What a great way to spend the day. Stories about people being robbed and beat up and having their bikes stolen scared me for a while but not to use this trail would be sad.
It's a good ride, for good exercise. People need to use the trail--go in groups but go. A more populated trail would lead to a safer trail. I rode the section from Dunedin to Tarpon Springs a few times on a recent trip to Florida. While it was really nice to ride in warm weather the trail is not one I would plan a trip around.
This trail is crowded and there are lots of road crossings making it impossible to get into a good riding grove. The towns of Dunedin and Tarpon Springs are pretty cool though with lots to see and plenty of places to get a bite.
On my last visit to relatives near Dunedin, I biked the Pinellas Trail several mornings. There was an immature, pileated woodpecker on a wire just above the trail. Atop poles next to the driving range alongside alternate Hgwy 19, there were ospreys in their nest and a flock of wild parrots. A wood stork flew overhead further along the trail. On my return from Tarpon Springs with Greek pastries in my bike bag, a large raptor circled right above my head and lighted in a nearby pine tree.
This turned out to be a mature bald eagle staring at me from about 15 feet away. Pinellas Trail often has more delightful surprises than rural trails. I ride the northern third of this trail several times a week, and love it. The middle and southern sections are more urban, but are well maintained and pretty well marked. Came back to Dunedin for the second long weekend.
Have also spent weekends at Tarpon Springs and Gulfport. Always look forward to The ride and the towns. This is a great trail for folks who live in the area and would rather travel by bike than by car. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs, the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail provides cyclists with nearly 38 miles of low-stress cruising. It connects downtown St. Our resources for exploring this region Disclosure: As authors and affiliates, we receive earnings when you buy these through our links.
This helps us provide public information on this website. Location: St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs Length: From St. Petersburg north to Largo, the surroundings are very urban. Hotels are within a mile or two at several points where the trail crosses major highways, and a few adjoin the trail in Dunedin. There are numerous parks that serve as trailheads with water and restrooms. Camping, however, is not permitted. One commercial campground is trailside in Ozona.
The Pinellas Trail also serves as the westernmost segment of the Florida Coast to Coast Trail, a state-spanning route more than miles to Titusville on the Atlantic Coast. Learn more about the Florida Coast to Coast Trail. The Friends of the Pinellas Trail advocates for the trail and shares trail information with the public.
Volunteers are always welcome. Learn more. Now an urban forest in the heart of Pinellas County, Eagle Lake Park is the legacy of the Taylor family, early citrus growers who helped to found Largo. Walk through the garden gates into a wonderland of sensory stimulation.
With nearly acres in the heart of Largo, the Florida Botanical Gardens is a place for peaceful immersion. An offshore getaway accessible by car, bike, or paddle, Honeymoon Island State Park offers white sand beaches along the Gulf of Mexico.
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