Fred Howard Park

Tarpon Springs

A popular 155-acre park with a white sandy beach on the Gulf of Mexico, connected to the mainland by a 1-mile causeway. The park offers a variety of recreational activities and is a great spot for watching sunsets.

Location

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Coordinates: 28.173600, -82.788400

Parking & Access

Access Typepublic

Amenities

parking

Showers

Restrooms

Lifeguards

Activities

Fishing

Surfing

Kayaking

Swimming

What Makes This Beach Special

The causeway to the beach is a popular spot for fishing and recreation. The park protects a variety of wildlife habitats.; The park is a designated Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail site.

Accessibility Information

The park is highly accessible, with beach wheelchairs available, paved paths, and accessible restrooms and picnic areas.

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