Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail:
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Description:
One of Florida's most popular and unique urban pathways, the Pinellas Trail spans the 34 miles from St. Petersburg north to Tarpon Springs, connecting several county parks, coastal areas and communities. Its multiple access points, mile markers and parking areas make the trail—and the communities it connects—very popular destinations among cyclists.

For the first 15 miles from St. Petersburg the trail crosses dozens of pedestrian bridges with sweeping views of the urban landscape. The most scenic of these is the 0.25-mile Cross Bayou Bridge, which spans Boca Ciega Bay.

Farther north lie the towns of Largo, Clearwater and Dunedin. Pay close attention as you pass through downtown Clearwater, as the trail merges with sidewalks and is not well marked. 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.

The final 10-mile stretch begins in the quiet township of Palm Harbor. Pause on the Bayshore Boulevard pedestrian bridge at Mile Marker 29 for more Gulf scenery. The final few miles take you through Tarpon Springs's quaint business district. Trail's end is at Mile Marker 34, along US Highway 19; the trail extension just beyond the underpass to the east is not part of the Pinellas Trail.

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Parking & Trail Access:
The southern endpoint is in Trailhead Park on US Highway 19 in St. Petersburg, between Fairfield Avenue and Eighth Avenue South. The northern endpoint is on US Highway 19 in Tarpon Springs, just south of the Anclote River. There is no parking at either endpoint but plenty of options line the route.

Contact:
Pinellas County Planning Department
600 Cleveland Street, Suite 750
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 464-8200

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Seasonal Restrictions:
Does not apply. Open Daylight Hours Only.
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Reviews: [7 trail ratings]
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Alright
By sarahf7 in January, 2012
We stayed on the northern half of the trail and didn't go south of clear water (because of the comment below). There were a lot of bikers, runners and walkers on the trail with was awesome to see. The trail was constantly stop and go, there for we could not keep speed up. This trail would be great if you are not looking to maintain a fast speed. On the way back we took the road along the water. It was safe and we had no problems with traffic.
Safety
By allsears in October, 2011
Stay off the trail from downtown St. Pete to Pasadena ave as there have been numerous muggings and stolen bikes.
FUN IN MAY
By Linda Clark in May, 2011
THE WEATHER WAS STILL REASONABLE AND ALLOWED A RIDE FROM CLEARWATER BEACH TO TARPON SPRINGS AND BACK. MADE SEVERAL SIDE TRIPS ALONG THE WAY. RECOMMEND CHECKING AREAS WEST OF THE TRAIL FOR GREAT GULF SIGHTS. THE TRAILS HAS SEVERAL CROSSINGS BUT THEY ARE WELL MARKED AND THE MOTORISTS WERE ALL ACCOMMODATING. TRY OZONA PIG FOR GOOD BBQ JUST OFF ORANGE RD. THE TRAILS IS ALWAYS CLOSE TO NEARBY RESTAURANTS AND STORES, AND IS PARTIALLY SHADED. WE NOTICED JUST SLIGHTLY EASIER RIDE SOUTH.
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Trail Facts
Trail End Points: St. Petersburg (1st Ave & Bay Shore Dr. SE) to Tarpon Springs (US 19)
Counties: Pinellas
Trail Length: 34 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Mountain Biking, Walking
TrailLink ID: 6015535

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