Weedon Island Preserve
Weedon Island Preserve, at approximately 3,700 acres (map), is an ecological jewel within an urban landscape on the shores of Old Tampa Bay. This coastal system, comprised of aquatic and upland ecosystems, is home to numerous species of native plants and animals, an educational facility, and a rich cultural history.

Weedon Island Preserve is a well-known birding and fishing site. Although shell fishing is prohibited in all of Tampa Bay for health reasons, the Preserve's fishing pier and

outlying oyster bars are ideal sites for catching sea trout, snook and sheepshead. State of Florida Regulations governing saltwater fishing apply. Commercial fishing is prohibited. Two self-guided paddling trails allow for exploration of the Preserve's islands and waterways. Over 4.7 miles of boardwalks and trails offer visitors an opportunity to enjoy and experience natural Florida.

Nestled deep within the Preserve is the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center.

Dedicated to reconnecting people with the environment, the Center offers interpretive hikes, workshops, exhibits, and other programs for public enjoyment. Visitors are encouraged to visit the Center's Gift Shop that carries cultural and natural history items. A Resource Center is also available for citizens to explore environmental and cultural topics.

Weedon Island Preserve remains one of Florida 's most important natural and cultural resources. Its proper management remains the priority of Pinellas County as caretaker of the Preserve. The County is committed to restoring its natural communities while teaching the public about the interrelationships between people and the environment. Through the support of citizens and the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners, Weedon Island Preserve remains "A Place to Remember."