Weedon Island Preserve 1800 Weedon Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

"I absolutely love this place. No highway or traffic noise. Free to enter. Well maintained trails and walkways. Both deck walkways and dirt trails. An observation deck that has a view of 3 cities. Beautiful kayaking that's easy to access at the boat/kayak launch. It takes a couple hours to complete the marked kayak trails. Be sure to check when high tide is- the kayak trails are only passable during high tide. Kayak rentals are available daily, though they can be expensive and add an extra 30-60 minutes to the trails. Rentals close around 4pm. Picnic area is accessible by dirt trail and kayak trail. Bathrooms always open by the pier. Fishing pier is popular. I recommend going early in the morning during low tide to collect mangrove crabs under the pier- they make great bait."

"Love walking the boardwalk and trails here, especially when it is cooler out side. Beautiful views. Good amount of birds to see. Occasional gopher tortoises are around. Cultural and history center is a good spot to check out as well. And it's all free!!!"

"Best paddling trail I've been to in my life. (possibly only paddling trail with signs you follow). Leaving from the boat dock you follow white and black signs numbered 1-38. The trails weave through open sunny pond like areas connected by long beautiful mangrove tunnels where lil crabs climb up the trees. At the end you are out in a more open bay area (but still calm waters). To be honest the 36-37 is a super far stretch and you kind of need binoculars to see the number. You stay in the bay but along the outside edge of the mangrove islands. We see lots of jumping fish, birds of all sorts and lil crabs. It's a nice mix of sun and shade. I think it's the perfect length paddle trip. Park your car at the dock to unload your Kayak or sup (or rent one there) and then park in a nearby parking lot."

"Did a 2 miles leisure walk while exploring. Got in some steps on the stairs. Very well kept trails and breathtaking views in the observation tower. Can’t wait to go back and visit the history center."

"Great morning kayak. The kayak launch has space to unload, public bathrooms and hose to spray down kayaks after. Website provided kayak trail map and great recommendations. I recommend going early in the morning before the heat and when there is high tide. There is a website to check when high tide is. Fun adventure in the open waters and navigating the mangroves."