Opportunities to take to the water while staying at Treasure Island vacation rentals are endless. Take a charter or rent a boat to cast off on your own for fresh-water and deep-sea fishing or throw a line off a pier. If rod and reel isn't your style rent a canoe or kayak for a leisurely afternoon adrift crystal-clear water or experience the rush of riding waves behind the wheel of a power boat. Whatever your choice, it's all close to your vacation rental.
Fish at Your Leisure
Lake Seminole County Park is one of the best freshwater fishing spots in Pinellas County. This massive body of water is home to bluegill, bream, largemouth bass and more than 70 other species. The park is located 6 miles north at 10015 Park Boulevard Seminole; open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.
Rig a line and fish off the dock at Tampa Bay from North Pier at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park. Red snapper, grouper and black sea bass are a few species commonly caught by anglers. Skyway Pier Bait Shop offers bait, tackle and rod rentals. Access Skyway Bridge from Hwy 275; $1 toll, $4 fee per car plus $4 adults, $2 children 6 to 11, the pier is open 24/7.
Fishing Charters
Ultimate Catch Fishing Charters offers everything from sunset cruises to deep-sea fishing excursions. The 34-foot Luhrs twin diesel vessel is captained by Karen Hughart. Fish for Mahi Mahi, a dolphin fish that fights hard, leaping from the water for an exiting challenge or bottom-dwelling grouper pulling like freight trains to remain among the reefs, but if they do kiss your catch goodbye. Located in St. Petersburg; call (727) 667-1213 for reservations.
Boat Rentals
Dolphin Marine Rentals offer a huge selection of rentals including deck, pontoon, and center console boats. Rental rates include everything necessary for your adventure. Located in Treasure Island at 11025 Gulf Boulevard; call (727) 360-8408 for rates.
Canoe rentals are available at Canoe Country Outfitters; all accessories are included in rates. Call (727) 545-4554 for details.
Explore the Waters of Fort Desoto Park
The park's 1,136 acres are comprised of five interconnected islands called keys offering an adventurous 10-mile trip around Mullet Key, the largest island, or a leisurely paddle on the inland 2.25-mile canoe trail. To circumnavigate Mullet Key takes 3 to 4 hours, but it's a great way to discover the diversity of this saltwater environment. Along the way paddle into root-entangled waters of a mangrove forest where you may catch sight of dolphins and manatees, pull up on a patch of white sand to rest awhile or visit the remains of the Fort that was used as gunnery and bombing range during World War II. The park is located just 11 miles south of your Treasure Island rental at 3500 Pinellas Byway South. Canoe and kayak rentals are available on-site from Topwater Kayak Outpost; call (727) 864-1991 for details.
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