89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
17%
44
Pinellas County · Gulf of Mexico
Caladesi Island State Park
1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698 (ferry departure)
A 3-mile undeveloped barrier island reachable only by ferry (from Honeymoon Island) or by private boat — "Dr. Beach" #1 USA in 2008. Soft white sand, virtually no development, a 3-mile kayak trail through the mangroves, and a 4-hour maximum stay per ferry round-trip. Cafe Caladesi at the marina handles the lunch crowd.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 85°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon. Sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 99. West southwest wind 6 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 82. Heat index values as high as 98. South southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
39 /100
ok
28 Swim
61 Sunbathe
37 Walk
36 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
6 to 12 mph
WSW
Rain
17%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
4:20 PM
0.1 ft · in 1.6h
Water Quality
Clean
8 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:36 AM
Sunset
8:31 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 8:36 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 4:20 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:46 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
38
90°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
44
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
44
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
38
90°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
55%
25
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
25
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
No direct parking — park at Honeymoon Island and take the ferry. Private boats use the marina.
Dogs
Dogs strictly prohibited on the beach and on the ferry. Leashed in marina and developed park areas only.
Entry Fee
Honeymoon Island entry ($8/vehicle) + Caladesi Connection ferry: $20 adults / $10 kids 6–12.
Address
1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698 (ferry departure)
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Caladesi Island State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Caladesi Island State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Caladesi Island State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs strictly prohibited on the beach and on the ferry. Leashed in marina and developed park areas only.
Is there an entry fee at Caladesi Island State Park?
Honeymoon Island entry ($8/vehicle) + Caladesi Connection ferry: $20 adults / $10 kids 6–12.
Are there lifeguards at Caladesi Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Caladesi Island State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Caladesi Island State Park?
Amenities at Caladesi Island State Park include lifeguards (Memorial Day–Labor Day), restrooms, showers, Cafe Caladesi, marina, kayak/canoe launch, playground, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Caladesi Island State Park?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Caladesi Island State Park located?
Caladesi Island State Park is in Pinellas County, at 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, FL 34698 (ferry departure).
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