Beaches

Pristine beach on the Gulf of Mexico. This beach is perfect for shelling, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and sunbathing.

Boating

Docks available for day use only are located on the bay side via a channel from the Intracoastal Waterway.

Canoeing & Kayaking

You must furnish your own canoe or kayak. (More info will be added).

Facilities

Don Pedro Landbase- Bathroom facilities are available and ADA accessible
Don Pedro Island - Facilities are available, but NOT ADA accessible on the Island.

Bathroom facilities on the Island are NOT ADA accesible

Fishing

Fishing is available on both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico and can yield catches of flounder, snook, trout, redfish, snapper, whiting, sheepshead and tarpon.
Do you need a Fishing License?

Interpretive Exhibit

These programs, given by our rangers, cover a wide variety of topics including the history of the island and interpretation of the natural resources found on the island. (More info will be added)

Nature Trails

Enjoy a leisurely walk on nature trails that meander through the islands eleven distinct natural communities. Along the way you can see the islands protected plant species including giant leather fern, spreading air plant and coontie.

Pavilions

Pavilions are available for rent or on a first come first serve basis. Please call the park for more information.

Pets

Pets are allowed in this park, however, not on the beaches. They must be well-behaved and kept on a six-foot, hand-held leash at all times. Pets must not be left unattended, nor taken into restroom facilities or onto playground equipment. Service animals are welcome in all areas and buildings of the park, as required by law.

Picnicking

A picnic pavilion, restroom facility, tables and grills are available on the island.

Scuba

Scuba diving can be done off of the beaches. Snorkeling: Snorkel in the pristine, blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. You must provide your own equipment.

Shelling

Shelling is a popular activity at the park, especially during the winter months. Visitors are reminded that the taking of live shells is prohibited.

Swimming

The park offers sunbathing and swimming on its beautiful gulf beaches. Keep in mind, Don Pedro Island State Park is located on Little Gasparilla Island and is accessible only by private boat.

Wildlife Viewing

Some of the protected animal species that may be seen on the island are the West Indian manatee, gopher tortoise, southern bald eagle, least tern, royal tern, sandwich tern and the American oystercatcher.