Fort Island Trail Park
Fort Island Trail Park
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MissMem
Memphis, TN1,091 contributions
Dec 2020
This is a pretty area. We walked the boardwalk through big trees and found a pure white sand beach. Many birds were there dancing in the tide waters. Since we enjoy birding we found the area particularly appealing. And, a bonus for us, it was close to sunset so it was definitely worth the stop.
Written December 21, 2020
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Tinkvasi
Orlando, FL296 contributions
May 2021
We visited this area twice. Once at sunset which was very pleasant and the other during the afternoon.
We were able to enjoy the dock, the boardwalk area between the dock and the beach, and the beach itself. It’s just a short little walk for a beach with soft sand. Lots of families enjoying themselves. This is not a place to be seen or socialize. This is a place for families to enjoy themselves safely at the beach. There is an area in the water that would help to prevent sharks from coming to close to the land.
We were able to enjoy the dock, the boardwalk area between the dock and the beach, and the beach itself. It’s just a short little walk for a beach with soft sand. Lots of families enjoying themselves. This is not a place to be seen or socialize. This is a place for families to enjoy themselves safely at the beach. There is an area in the water that would help to prevent sharks from coming to close to the land.
Written May 20, 2021
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realflorida
Tampa, FL157 contributions
Most folks just zoom by this boater friendly county run park. But if you're in the area and would like to go on a nice little fishing pier in one of the more fishing friendly from shore experiences, this is the place to visit. Located half way down Ft. Island Trail (which dead ends at another County park with a beach, restrooms and fishing/boating facilities with almost the same name) this little gem might just land you a trout, redfish or sheepshead during the winter months. Bathrooms are clean, parking is adequate and experience is worthwhile for the adventure traveler.
Written January 25, 2010
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Mary Ann K
Crystal River, FL61 contributions
Feb 2020
Basically an over crowded mud hole. PersonallyI would never venture into the brackish water. Not what visitors expect when visiting Florida. Limited parking and run down dirty facilities. Don’t waste your time!
Written February 21, 2020
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Reddlady51
Lecanto, FL156 contributions
For just 14 acres this park has alot to offer! 2 Boat ramps, fishing pier, picnic areas, nice places to just sit and watch the boats go by and to enjoy the beautiful views of the scenic area on the river. It's a popular spot for boaters, so it can get crowded on the weekends and parking gets limited. But, usually you can find a spot to park up by the picnic area and fishing pier. There is some shaded pathways to take a short walk along the river areas, too.
Written November 12, 2009
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Ron M
Crystal River, FL11 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
Best boat ramp ever, great access and parking, quality ramps, docks, restrooms. Easy to find and right on the Crystal River within a short boat ride to the Gulf.
Written April 1, 2018
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SmokyOak
Orlando, FL24 contributions
Sep 2016 • Solo
My sole purpose was fishing....It was close to where I needed to be.....there were sufficient bathrooms....launch and dock were in decent shape. Im not the kind of guy to go there for a picnic....just launching a boat to go fishing so, yea, the place served its purpose...
Written September 21, 2016
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Beans513
Hamilton, OH4 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Just a quick jaunt around town before turning in to our hotel. Stopped here to walk a little after driving all day. Enjoyed the pier at sunset, photographed some birds, saw a gator. Basically had the place to ourselves, local told us to go 4 miles up the street to beach for more great sunset.
Written July 18, 2016
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VintageElizabeth
Beverly Hills, FL380 contributions
May 2015
So it's the only beach in the county, so I have to love it a little. There is sand and water. Try not to look at the nuclear power plant on the horizon. Someone is probably playing Sweet Home Alabama from their truck and it's frozen in time to 1978.
Written March 29, 2016
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shorttripsOcala_FL
Ocala, FL18 contributions
Jun 2015
A great place for a picnic, boat watching (or launching if you're lucky enough to own a boat), clean restrooms and a newly refurbished fishing dock. Fishing and crabbing is fun for old and young, but "catching" is sometimes difficult - it depends what fish happen by. Oh, want to see a manatee? Visit in the colder months - they're back and forth all the time.
Written June 3, 2015
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Hmmm..don't have a dog, but I think so. There's a beach and then there are walking paths..there are some fiddler crabs in the rocky jetties..they are pretty small and they seem to just want to hide in holes in the ground so I don't think they would try to pinch a dog.
Written December 3, 2017
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