90°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
15%
43
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 · 88°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Isolated showers and thunderstorms before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 101. West wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 100. West wind 5 to 9 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
39 /100
ok
28 Swim
62 Sunbathe
35 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.6 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
90°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 10 mph
W
Rain
15%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 01 PM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:39 PM
-0.7 ft · in 2.4h
Water Quality
Clean
8 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:42 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 3:21 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 9:46 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:39 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:56 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 4:24 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 10:44 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 6:27 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:32 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 5:23 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:07 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 6:16 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 12:28 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 7:55 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:39 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 1:18 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 8:35 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:08 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 8:01 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 2:11 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 9:13 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 8:59 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 3:06 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:47 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726724, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Sunny
14%
73
91°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
38
91°
Sunny
5%
75
91°
Sunny
3%
75
91°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
39
90°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Caladesi Island State Park today?
Caladesi Island State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS