Cycling

Biking on the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail.

Located in Pinellas County, Florida, the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail extends from St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs. It's a multi-use trail that everyone can enjoy for walking, jogging, skating and biking.

Starting Point

St. Petersburg, FL

End Point

Tarpon Springs, FL

Length

59 km. Approx. 1- to 2-day ride.

Difficulty Level

Easy to moderate

Surface Conditions

Paved asphalt, mostly flat.

Are you travelling to the Tampa Bay area and looking for a new way to explore one of Florida’s most visited spots? Why not consider a bicycle trip? Starting from St. Petersburg, cycle the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail to Tarpon Springs. Discover this abandoned railroad corridor that provides a unique, protected green space for walking, jogging, skating and biking. Nature isn’t the only thing you’ll enjoy along the way. Art on Trail features nine sculptures that pay tribute to its link to railroading history.

This is an urban trail with access from numerous parks. To view available amenities, click here.

Click here for information on local bike rentals.

Click here for information on driving to the Tampa Bay, FL area.

Accommodations.

Get a good night’s rest at some of our recommended hotels.

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront (CAA Approved)
St. Petersburg, FL
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown (CAA Approved)
St. Petersburg, FL

The 1910 Inn
Tarpon Springs, FL
Hampton Inn & Suites Tarpon Springs (CAA Approved)
Tarpon Springs, FL

Restaurants.

Enjoy some of our favourite local food and drink spots.

Fourth Street Shrimp Store
St. Petersburg, FL
Paciugo Gelato and Café
St. Petersburg, FL
Fresco Waterfront Bistro
St. Petersburg, FL
The Pie Factory
Largo, FL
Casa Tina
Dunedin, FL

Olde Bay Cafe & Dunedin Fish Market
Dunedin, FL
Tarpon Tavern
Tarpon Springs, FL
Toula's Trailside Cafe
Tarpon Springs, FL
Capt’n Jack's Waterfront Grille
Tarpon Springs, FL

Additional information.

Farmers’ Markets

Dunedin

Dunedin Green Market

St. Pete Beach

The Sunday Market

St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market

For more information about attractions, accommodations, restaurants and events in the area, refer to the Florida TourBook^® available to CAA Members at all CAA Stores.