JCSP is one of my favorite places to hike in Northern Pinellas County. There is a boardwalk and…read moretower along the river but also other trails within the park. There's a wealth of wildlife to be seen (a vast array of birds, alligators, frogs, otters, etc) Dogs are welcome in the park but NOT on the boardwalk trail.

Nice place to rest. Many parking spots and fire places for great cooking ;)…read morePlayground and benches to rest are also there.

It's a small hidden gem of a park, in my opinion. I have two large dogs, and I like to walk them…read morein different settings for mental stimulation. Lake Chautaqua offers more shade and, if you like, a paved walkway that runs along the road. There are also some well-established paths within the wooded area, which I really like. It tends to be cooler there and gives the dogs plenty to sniff. There are many places to toss your dog's waste, and most people adhere to cleaning up after their pets. A large parking lot toward the beginning of the park has water stations for adults, children, and dogs. There is also an available hose in a small fenced-in area. It's not overly crowded. It is peaceful and you get the feeling you are in nature, although you are surrounded by neighborhoods.

This is a smaller park and I like it because it's hard to get lost. It is a circle w/mini trails…read morethat brings you to a main trail or you could just walk the circumference - love the fact other people are using it. I took my pup and saw others w/theirs - some people do not abide by the leash rule FYI. My shelter dog gets easily scared by other dogs, so that was the only part I didn't like. Trash bags are provided for you to help maintain the trail, so be sure to pickup your dog's poop! This place is beautiful - it was baren despite going on the weekend and gives you a chance to really soak in the beauty. Of course, the oak trees & palms including many other plants/trees I couldn't identify are so pretty. There's a small pond (catch & release) surrounded by overgrown vines and trees & two small bridges. There's a dock that overlooks the lake - I somehow missed it and will def. return to check it out. No restrooms. Paved paths available if you prefer. Parking is plentiful.

This is a beautiful park ! Workout machines and lots of room to enjoy the park! Great for waking a…read moredog or a jog. Does not seem very crowded, any time I have been to this park. Very enjoyable!

We love this park! Park your bike anywhere along the Pinellas Trail and ride bikes here. They have…read morea variety of playground equipment, including some for young children ages 2 to 5 and older children ages 5 to 12. Plenty of benches for weary parents to sit on, they also have bathrooms nearby. You can cross the street and go to see the water for some ad in sightseeing while in the area. All along in Pinellas Trail, you will find bars, restaurants and cafés. Should you get hungry or thirsty. Make a day out of it!

How many memories can be at one park? The causeway out the the island beach is stunning! I have…read moredone birthdays, holiday picnics, family gatherings, beach days, kayaking, hiking and more at this park! I've been visiting Fred Howard Park since the 90's! This was a mother's day visit- parking was going fast, and the beach was packed. My mom and daughter and I just wanted to walk the island, get some toes wet and in the sand. We enjoyed the water immensely. So much wildlife to see throughout the park. My daughter's first birthday was held in one of the pavilions. Easter picnics with ham-kabobs. Taking the little kids out kayaking the inlet- endless possibilities to explore. Enjoy the park adventure!

This would be nice in the winter or anytime that it's not too hot to put my hammock up on the trees…read moreand just hang out. It's nice to have trees on the beach for once. This is where you can take those pics. They also have picnic tables. As for swimming, I would say no. So much seaweed and not enough water. I believe it's a combination of the tide and the lack of rain too. The parking here is $6 and you can pay through park mobile. They say no dogs and there are tons of signs. My pup and I stayed in our car while my husband went to check the water. It was a good reminder why we don't go to this beach. Unfortunately, this was the day of the craziness in Clearwater with the teen takeover with all the chaos.

Is so beautiful and so peaceful , clean and beautiful again , my kids love this placeread more

it was really beautiful, its a small hidden place but really enjoyable!! my friend & i brought our…read moreown little wagon and cooler and found a little spot to sit at and have fun! this beach had many trees which i thought made the location GORGEOUS, as well as leaving little openings for guests, making it look like even our own personal area! overall, it was pretty clean although its a beach you cant really expect 10/10 cleanliness, they did have showers to rinse off your body and feet and bathrooms which were super accessible and helpful!!!

Great park for anyone. Amazing trail, great playground for toddlers and up. I come all the timeread more

Fun park, playset is geared a little more towards ages 3+ but my active climbing 21 month old still…read morehad fun! No restrooms on premises.

A beautiful state park to explore. We only went to do some…read moretrail walking and found it pleasant and peaceful. You can walk along a tree lined trail by a canal and from there branch off onto other loops. Beautiful Florida fora and fauna!

I love exploring new parks, so I couldn't wait to try this one out. Plenty of parking, and the park…read morewas free, both of which are great. We took a picture of the map, and I'm glad we did, because it would be easy to get turned around in there. Unfortunately there is no great flow to the walking paths and trails. Many of the trails intersect with each other, and while well-marked, we found ourselves just walking aimlessly. The bodies of water we passed were murky, and the swamp smell was pretty strong. Also, one of the boardwalks was closed the day we were there, so we couldn't explore that area. They do offer disc golf there, which I think is a cool idea. Plus, there is a free butterfly garden in the park, although nothing was blooming in it so we only saw two butterflies. One of the things I enjoy most about Florida parks is all the wildlife you get to see - and that did not happen here; we saw one heron (or egret?) and that was it. It is very well maintained for a free park, though, so if you're in the area you should stop in and experience it.

Great playground and not crowded! This is a great place to take the kids AND launch a kayak or…read moreother watercraft!

Fun place to go paddling or kayaking especially if you're new to it. Bring bug spray! They were…read morebiting in the parking lot, but once on the water, it was nice. The launch itself is just dirt, so be OK with getting a little muddy! There are some mangroves nearby to explore around. We saw skates, all kinds of fish, dolphins, and manatees!