Giel walking toward the beach on a boardwalk

Honeymoon Island State Park

White sand beaches, stunning sunsets and a bird watcher's paradise

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$8 per vehicle

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Location

#1 Causeway Blvd.
Dunedin FL 34698

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Contact Info

727-469-5942

Welcome to Honeymoon Island State Park

A short drive from Tampa, beautiful Honeymoon Island offers visitors an escape from the bustle of city life.

One of Florida’s best-loved state parks, Honeymoon Island has more than four miles of beach to explore along with a three-mile trail through one of the last remaining virgin slash pine forests. Looking skyward, eagles, osprey and great horned owls can be seen, while ground animals include gopher tortoises, raccoons and armadillos. A trip to the Rotary Centennial Nature Center helps educate visitors about the park’s history and natural resources. Find out how Honeymoon Island received its name!

Swimming, fishing, shelling, hiking and bicycling are all popular activities that make Honeymoon Island State Park an ideal getaway. The park is also the ferry terminal for access to another unspoiled state park, Caladesi Island.

Plan Your Visit

Pete Krulder, Park Manager
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Manager's Message

Honeymoon Island is the perfect place to go when looking for outdoor recreational entertainment! The South Beach Pavilion provides bicycles to rent by the hour or day and kayaks are available at Café Honeymoon. Of course, there’s always plenty of space for just soaking up the sun on the beach!
Vendor Services
Service

Food Service & Ferry

Florida Beach Services offers offering casual beach fare has a small gift shop and is located steps away from the ferry dock. Caladesi Island Ferry provides ferry to the island.
A picture of a shell being splashed by the water on the shore of the beach.
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Activities along the shore at Honeymoon

Whether you're here for a peaceful stroll, fishing or some recreational time with your four-legged friend, there is something to do for everyone on the beach at Honeymoon Island.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Fishing
Fishing
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Surfing
Surfing
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Beach
Beach
Concession and Restaurant
Concession and Restaurant
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Playground
Playground
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station

Honeymoon Island State Park Photo Gallery

Birds resting on Sea Oats on Beach
Honeymoon Island at Sunset
Visitors walking on Osprey Trail
A pair of owls resting on a tree branch
Ocean front beach
Ocean view with driftwood
A group of trees along the shore.
A view of the beach house along the shore.
A view of the various stones and rocks at honeymoon island.
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Geology of Honeymoon Island

The lay of the land at Honeymoon Island State park has been shaped formed and influenced by a variety of natural and man-made occurrences. But all of this activity contributes to the island’s beautiful, unique landscape.
A view of flowers growing among the dunes at sunset.
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Dunes of Honeymoon Island

Honeymoon Island State Park attracts visitors from all over with its world-class beaches. However, these beaches would not even exist – at least not in their current state – if not for the beach dunes that are found on the west side of the island.

Upcoming Events

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Exotic Plant Species Hike

Sat, Mar 2, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

During the hike exotic species will be identified, how they interfere with the natural ecosystem will be explained and measures that the park takes to eliminate these plants will be explained.
Honeymoon Island

Dunedin, FL

Event

Great American Cleanup 2019

Sat, Mar 16, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

Honeymoon Island State Park will be host the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, March 16th from 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM. Come help keep our parks and beaches beautiful!
Honeymoon Island

Dunedin, FL

People Make the Parks

Todd speaking to a group of children.

Staff Spotlight

A forth generation Floridian, Todd is proud to work at Honeymoon Island State Park. Whether it’s treating protecting sea turtle nests or teaching kids about environmental protection, he knows that he is helping preserve this park for future generations.
Dorothy smiling at the camera.

Volunteer Spotlight

Dorothy has a deep appreciation for nature and the charm of Honeymoon Island State Park. Dorothy’s favorite thing about Honeymoon is the expansive beaches and the abundance of shells.
Friends of the Island State Parks

Friends of the Island State Parks

Friends Groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

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