Sand Key Park
Ocean cove · Florida
About this swimming hole
Sand Key Park is a Pinellas County beach park on the Gulf just south of Clearwater with a wide white-sand swimming beach. The county operates the park with restrooms, picnic shelters, a playground, and nature trails alongside the beach. It is a quieter alternative to Clearwater Beach while still having full facilities.
Good to know
| Water type | Ocean cove |
|---|---|
| Fees | $6 per vehicle parking |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM daily |
| Parking | Paid on-site parking lot, $6 per vehicle. |
| Amenities | Beach access, Restrooms, Picnic shelters, Playground, Nature trails, Paid parking lot |
| County | Pinellas County |
| Nearest town | Clearwater |
| Safety notes | Swim near lifeguarded areas when staffed and check Pinellas County beach advisories before visiting. |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sand Key Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Sand Key Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Sand Key Park?
Reported fee info: $6 per vehicle parking. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
Is Sand Key Park safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: Swim near lifeguarded areas when staffed and check Pinellas County beach advisories before visiting.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — swim at your own risk.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026