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− | + | One particular of Florida'utes most favored urban trails, the Fred Elizabeth. Marquis Pinellas Trail runs 34 miles while on an forgotten CSX railroad right-of-way coming from downtown St. Petersburg north to Tarpon Springs. This unique paved 12-14 feet wide trail serves over 90,000 subscribers every month. | |
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− | + | Recognized as a National Recreation Trail, the Pinellas Trail moves through communities both urban and quaint, passing county parks, residential and coastal subjects. In 2008, a only two.5 mile extension attached the trail with downtown St. Petersburg; future extensions will extend the trail to 47 miles (thus passing the Withlacoochee Trail because Florida'ersus longest). | |
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− | + | Popular with walkers, joggers, cyclists and in-line skaters, the Pinellas Trail is actually furthermore used by commuters. A series of bridges over busy intersections in the southern section from the trail affords safe and sound passage to the rider, while offering raised opinions of urban landscapes. Proceeding northbound, natural avenues include stay oaks hung with Spanish moss, waterways and tidal basins, along with many kinds of birds. | |
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− | + | The southern terminus from the Pinellas Trail is at the intersection of 1st Ave. S. and Bay Shore Dr. in outdated downtown St Petersburg. Just across Bay Shore Dr. is actually Demens Landing Park. A short ride through the park takes the rider to a good view of Tampa Bay. The trail ends north of Tarpon Springs, driving parallel to US 19, to North Jasmine Avenue, then next to Melon Street to the final at Keystone Road. | |
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− | + | While no "trailheads," there is truly ample parking and many amenities along the length with the trail - benches, water fountains, and restrooms. Dining places, accommodations, shops, traditional areas, bike shops and much more are available in the adjoining towns. | |
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− | + | Maintenance and amenities are shared by Pinellas County and Pinellas Trails, Inc., a citizens group. Security will be provided through the sheriff'utes office, park rangers, and volunteers. Some locations in south St. Petersburg are in more mature industrial neighborhoods, and riders are advised to end up being cautious. Marker signs every five hundred feet over the trail can be used for calculating range or reporting troubles. | |
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+ | Downtown St. Petersburg owners a success of activities, dining establishments, shops, museums and art galleries. Parking and bike racks are readily available. From downtown, the trail extends past Tropicana Field and through a very industrial area. Moving north, the Cross Bayou Bridge over Boca Ciego Bay is particularly picturesque. The trail passes through Largo and then in Clearwater, it operates on sidewalks with handful of markings. Dunedin is actually a quaint city with cafes, shops, restrooms, and plenty of parking. The Honeymoon Island spur leads to parks, Gulf of Mexico beaches, picnicking and regular food. Far more gulf opinions may be seen at Palm Harbor before arriving at Tarpon Springs, famous for its sponging industry and Greek dining places, along with parking, shops, restrooms and places to stay. The Pinellas Trail extends another 2.5 miles past Tarpon Springs to their terminus. | ||
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One particular of Florida'utes most favored urban trails, the Fred Elizabeth. Marquis Pinellas Trail runs 34 miles while on an forgotten CSX railroad right-of-way coming from downtown St. Petersburg north to Tarpon Springs. This unique paved 12-14 feet wide trail serves over 90,000 subscribers every month.
Recognized as a National Recreation Trail, the Pinellas Trail moves through communities both urban and quaint, passing county parks, residential and coastal subjects. In 2008, a only two.5 mile extension attached the trail with downtown St. Petersburg; future extensions will extend the trail to 47 miles (thus passing the Withlacoochee Trail because Florida'ersus longest).
Popular with walkers, joggers, cyclists and in-line skaters, the Pinellas Trail is actually furthermore used by commuters. A series of bridges over busy intersections in the southern section from the trail affords safe and sound passage to the rider, while offering raised opinions of urban landscapes. Proceeding northbound, natural avenues include stay oaks hung with Spanish moss, waterways and tidal basins, along with many kinds of birds.
The southern terminus from the Pinellas Trail is at the intersection of 1st Ave. S. and Bay Shore Dr. in outdated downtown St Petersburg. Just across Bay Shore Dr. is actually Demens Landing Park. A short ride through the park takes the rider to a good view of Tampa Bay. The trail ends north of Tarpon Springs, driving parallel to US 19, to North Jasmine Avenue, then next to Melon Street to the final at Keystone Road.
While no "trailheads," there is truly ample parking and many amenities along the length with the trail - benches, water fountains, and restrooms. Dining places, accommodations, shops, traditional areas, bike shops and much more are available in the adjoining towns.
Maintenance and amenities are shared by Pinellas County and Pinellas Trails, Inc., a citizens group. Security will be provided through the sheriff'utes office, park rangers, and volunteers. Some locations in south St. Petersburg are in more mature industrial neighborhoods, and riders are advised to end up being cautious. Marker signs every five hundred feet over the trail can be used for calculating range or reporting troubles.
Downtown St. Petersburg owners a success of activities, dining establishments, shops, museums and art galleries. Parking and bike racks are readily available. From downtown, the trail extends past Tropicana Field and through a very industrial area. Moving north, the Cross Bayou Bridge over Boca Ciego Bay is particularly picturesque. The trail passes through Largo and then in Clearwater, it operates on sidewalks with handful of markings. Dunedin is actually a quaint city with cafes, shops, restrooms, and plenty of parking. The Honeymoon Island spur leads to parks, Gulf of Mexico beaches, picnicking and regular food. Far more gulf opinions may be seen at Palm Harbor before arriving at Tarpon Springs, famous for its sponging industry and Greek dining places, along with parking, shops, restrooms and places to stay. The Pinellas Trail extends another 2.5 miles past Tarpon Springs to their terminus.