Coquina Beach Park, Bradenton, Florida
This beach, on the southern tip of Anna Maria Island, about 40 minutes from Tampa, is famous for "coquinas," colorful mini seashells. Every morning, there's a row of shells on the shoreline for kids to scoop up. Another activity: kayaking. You can rent one on the beach or sign up for a guided eco-tour; either way, you're likely to see dolphins, manatees, and stingrays. Shady Australian pines, warm water (it averages 74?F year-round), and a 1?-mile paved nature trail also make Coquina fun.
Spend the Night
The Tradewinds Resort, just a 1-mile trolley ride from the beach, gives families a seashell guide and loans out buckets, sand tools, and floaties. A great money saver: Each room has a full kitchen.
The Tradewinds Resort, just a 1-mile trolley ride from the beach, gives families a seashell guide and loans out buckets, sand tools, and floaties. A great money saver: Each room has a full kitchen.
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