North Clearwater Beach
A quieter, less commercial stretch of one of Tampa Bay's most famous beaches — as long as you know exactly where the line is.
🕰️ History & background
Clearwater Beach has been one of the Tampa Bay area's premier tourist beaches for decades, and the city draws a firm line for dogs: leashed pets are welcome only on the stretch north of Somerset Street, keeping the main public bathing beach to the south dog-free. It's a quieter, less commercial stretch than the beach's tourist core further south, making it a solid pick for a calmer walk.
🐕 What's there now
About a 40-45 minute drive, and worth knowing the boundary: leashed dogs are only allowed north of Somerset Street. The main public bathing beach south of there is off-limits to dogs, so double check signage before settling in.
🗺️ Nearby
Worth a stop: a handful of casual seafood spots with outdoor seating along Mandalay Avenue, a short walk south toward the main beach strip.