WATER SPORTS AT THE BEACH

TradeWinds’ 15,750-square-foot Floating Water Park, located just off the shore of Island Grand, is Florida’s ultimate beach splash! Enjoy inflatable slides, floating trampolines, ocean loungers and island rafts, all in the Gulf’s warm waters just off St. Pete Beach. Operation is subject to a variety of weather and water conditions. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What could be more relaxing than sunning on a giant raft – big enough for four – while floating gently in the Gulf?

Cruise the award-winning coastline on a stand-up paddleboard, not to be confused with the also-available paddleboats. This adventure is perfect for beginners who want to explore the Gulf’s beauty or for athletes who want to paddle their way to a great core workout.

Glide along the coastline of the Gulf Coast and enjoy breathtaking views of one of TripAdvisor’s top-rated American beaches during this ocean kayaking experience. Visit the Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Kayaking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Glide over the Gulf of Mexico on a Wave Runner. At the helm of your own jet ski rental, discover Tampa Bay by water. Visit the Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Wave Runners are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest must be 29 years old or older to rent.

Ride the ocean waves and cruise the coastline on a banana boat ride. Fun for the whole family. Visit the Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Banana Boat rides are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Get a birds eye view of St. Pete Beach. If you’re ready to soar above the sea on a parasail, check into the Tiki Hut on the beach behind TradeWinds Island Grand. Parasailing is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Experience nature up close on the Shelling and Dolphin Watch Cruise. Encounter dolphins in the wild on this dolphin-watch certified cruise, then stop off at the Shell Key Preserve for some shelling, a family-favorite hunt for shells.

Snorkel in the pristine waters surrounding historic Egmont Key State Park, accessible only by boat. Stop off at the park for a shore excursion to explore the Lighthouse, constructed in 1858, or Fort Dade, built 40 years later — all situated within the park’s National Wildlife Refuge.

One of the most extensive, well-maintained artificial reef systems is located in Florida’s Gulf Coast. A combination of reef rebuilding efforts and Florida’s limestone ledges, the Gulf is home to amazing dive sites, including some of the area’s most amazing shipwrecks. Learn more

If you’re staying at (or playing at) Guy Harvey Outpost, you’ll notice we have a certain love for deep sea adventures, including fishing. At TradeWinds Island Resorts, venture off on a fishing adventure. Let our inshore, offshore and fly fishing adventures lure you to fun. Learn more

Just minutes from TradeWinds Island Resorts, guests will find Suntex Marina on Frenchman’s Creek a convenient place to shove off on adventure. Traveling by boat? Resort guests receive complimentary overnight boat mooring at Suntex Marina. Learn more