According to Fox news Clearwater Beach is ranked #4 as a family friendly beach in the United States.
Clearwater Beach is on a barrier island over the causeway from Clearwater and 25 miles from downtown Tampa along the Gulf Coast. Pier 60 hosts a playground and snack shack, while all ages can enjoy free “Sunsets at Pier 60” nightly shows with musicians and street performers. Hop on the Clearwater Jolly Trolley, which travels along the shore between North Clearwater Beach and Sand Key.