St Pete Beach Recreation


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Alden Beach
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Alden Beach Resort
5900 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach , FL 33706
Tel: (727)360-7081
Fax: (727)360-5957

 

St Pete Beach Recreation Activities



Fishing
| Scuba Diving | Golf | Watersports & Activities


You won't want to spend too much time indoors with so many St Pete Beach recreation activities.

Go diving in St Pete Beach. Enjoy the game room, playground, have a family cookout on our cookout deck. Perhaps a refreshing dip in one of our two heated pools, or enjoy a nice long soak in one of our two whirlpool spas. Don't forget to check out the water-sports rentals, from windsurfing, sailing, jet-skiing or Para-sailing. There are also many golf courses near St. Pete Beach Florida.

Be sure to take advantage of all the St Pete Beach recreation areas here at the Alden Beach Resort and abroad.

If relaxation is your game, try floating in the warm and tranquil Gulf of Mexico, soaking up the sun, taking a sunset stroll on our sugar-white sand beach or simply take an evening stroll amidst the lush tropical gardens of the Alden.

Don't miss our beachfront Cabana Bar...a peaceful, breezy spot to enjoy the scenery and an ice cold beverage. Whether it is a cold beer, a glass of wine or a frozen specialty it will go perfectly with the beautiful sunsets.

The following is only sample of the many St Pete Beach recreation activities:

Fishing


Deep Sea Fishing - Capt Kidd
4737 Gulf Blvd
St Pete Beach, FL  33706
727-360-2263
Hubbard's Marina
John's Pass Village/Brdwalk
Madeira Beach, FL   33706
727-393-1947
   
  * Reservations Required

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Scuba Diving

Diving St Pete BeachAlong the West Coast of Florida one can go diving in St Pete Beach. Whether you like the open warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico; exploring a wreck or if you prefer Spring diving, we have it all. Below is a list of local dive shops and popular Wreck and Spring dive spots.

For Spring Diving in St Pete Beach, check out the following sites:
Tugboat and Barge
105-foot tug and 80-foot barge sank in 85 feet of water during high seas. Tug rests upside down; barge is one mile north.

Sheridan and Blackthorn

180-foot ocean-going tug, Sheridan is one of our coast’s most spectacular dives. The tug sits upright in 80 feet of water. The Blackthorn Coast Guard cutter lies near by. Barracuda frequent this superstructure.

Mexican Pride

200-foot wreck rests in 120 feet of water. Only experienced divers.

Betty Rose/Permit Barge
75-foot barge, broken up, is located in 45 feet of water. Very active with marine life. Caution: fishermen trolling for kingfish.

Tramp Steamer and 10-Fathom Wreck

This is the broken remains of a 150-foot tramp steamer in 60 feet of water. Lots of hogfish, barracuda and jack.

Hudson Grotto

Gulf Coast sink resembling a pond, with walls that lunge to 130 feet. Experienced divers with advanced certification only. However, this is a good spot for deep-water experience for beginners under the supervision of a dive master or instructor.
  Homosassa River
Another great place to see manatees. This river has depths of 12 feet and 20-30 feet visibility.

Crystal River
This very popoular freshewater dive sites is one of the best in the world. Water temp is 72 degrees (F) year round, which attracts the manatees during the cooler months.

Chassahowitzka River Springs
Freshwater river fed by more than a dozen freshwater springs.

Joe’s Sink

One of our state’s coldest freshwater diving spots. This peanut-shaped sink has two non-connecting holes. Low-visibility. Only experienced cavern and cave divers should attempt.

Gunsmoke

65-foot shrimper was scuttled by her crew while being pursued by the Coast Guard. Local legends speak of modern-day pirates, makes for an interesting dive.

Weeki Wachee Run
A great place to snorkel or drift dive back downstream.

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Golf Courses Near St Pete Beach Florida

St Pete Beach Golf

Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club
8001 Cumberland Blvd.
Largo, FL 33777
727-392-1234

www.bardmoorgolf.com

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Watersports & Activities

Captain Mike’s Watersports
Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center
LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND THE ALDEN
727-360-1998
St Pete Beach, FL 33706

Behind Dolphin Village Shopping Center

St Pete Beach, FL 33706
727-367-4488 or 360-7411
Parasailing, water skiing, boat rides, dolphin watch, snorkle trips hobie cats or aqua bikes? Sound like fun? Then check out one of the above for a fun in the surf and sun day!

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