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 Indian Rocks Beach is one of my favorite
beach communities in Pinellas County. It runs for about 28 blocks (about
3 miles) along the Gulf of Mexico, between Belleair Shore to the north,
and Indian Shores, to the south. Sure it's overbuilt, but there are lots
of beach houses, and fewer condominiums than on most Pinellas beaches.
And, the condos are three stories or less. No big high-rises here. There are
plenty of beachfront rentals and lots of excellent restaurants and shops
to enjoy. Fast food and corporate chains do not have a presence on
Indian Rocks Beach. The City has a beach management plan and takes great
pride in maintaining their beaches, dunes, vegetation, and wildlife. The
really remarkable thing about Indian Rocks Beach is that the city
provides FREE parking to all beaches except the main Pinellas County
public Beach at 17th Avenue (you have to pay to park, but it does have
restrooms and outdoor showers). Every street end provides a path to
the beach. Most streets provide at least a few parking spaces for cars. |
