Top 4 Natural Monuments around Palm Harbor

Philippe Park has all of the usual park amenities such as picnic area, a playground, and trails. However, this park also has a lot of history discover. Not only is it the oldest park in the county it is also home to the Tocobaga Temple Mound, which is the largest remaining Native American mound remaining in the Tampa area.

Philippe Park is a 92-acre park and is the oldest park in Pinellas County. The park is named after Odet Philippe, who is responsible for bringing the grapefruit to Florida. Within the park is a Tocobaga Indian mound, as well as several other Tocobaga remnants.

Wall Springs Park, spanning 210 acres, is right off the Pinellas Trail. This park features a boardwalk and a viewing area of a beautiful natural spring. Keep an eye out for turtles, birds, ducks, and snakes. Swimming is no longer allowed, but visitors can ascend the observation tower with a view of the Gulf of Mexico.

Wall Springs Park, spanning 210 acres, is right off the Pinellas Trail. This park features a boardwalk and a viewing area of a beautiful natural spring. Keep an eye out for turtles, birds, ducks, and snakes. Swimming is no longer allowed, but visitors can ascend the observation tower with a view of the Gulf of Mexico.

The beach at the northern end of Honeymoon Island State Park is a great spot to view the Honeymoon Channel and bay without having to deal with the crowds that come with the beaches on the mainland. The pavilions at the southern end provide access to the trails on the property that lead to this great vantage point.

Just outside of Tampa sits Honeymoon Island State Park, a haven for plants and animals with miles of trails leading to different beaches and vistas. Traveling the trails feels like passing through a rain forest, and you almost forget how close you are to civilization. If you are just visiting for the day, a pass costs $8, which is a small price to pay for the experience you get in return.

Just outside of Tampa sits Honeymoon Island State Park, a haven for plants and animals with miles of trails leading to different beaches and vistas. Traveling the trails feels like passing through a rain forest, and you almost forget how close you are to civilization. If you are just visiting for the day, a pass costs $8, which is a small price to pay for the experience you get in return.

The beach at the northern end of Honeymoon Island State Park is a great spot to view the Honeymoon Channel and bay without having to deal with the crowds that come with the beaches on the mainland. The pavilions at the southern end provide access to the trails on the property that lead to this great vantage point.