Fort De Soto Park covers more than 1,000 acres in total and consists of several little islands all linked together, so there's a huge amount of sand to explore here. It's a very natural, peaceful area that is very popular with local wildlife, meaning that any beachgoers at this Tampa Bay spot will have a good chance of spotting some birds nesting among the grassy areas or dolphins playing out at sea. Camping is even possible at this Tampa Bay beach park, and there multiple miles of scenic hiking and cycling trails to enjoy, offering unbeatable views of the Tampa Bay and Gulf waters.

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