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Upham Beach

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Overview

Located in the city of St. Pete Beach, Upham Beach Park is a waterfront park with a white sand beach and is known to have dolphin sightings. 

Amenities

Upham Beach Park offers many amenities including picnic tables, boardwalk, restrooms, and showers. Dogs are not allowed in the park. 

Activities

The park offers many fun activities including swimming, surfing, beachcombing, and sunbathing. 

Parking

Getting to Upham Beach Park is easy - it is located at 6850 Beach Plaza. There is a paid parking lot near the main entrance, and the beach is easily accessible from there.

Attractions

There are many attractions near Upham Beach Park. Gulf Beaches Historical Museum is a museum that depicts the history of Pass-A-Grille and St. Petersburg Beach. The exhibits include extensive postcard collections, World War II artifacts, Don Cesar artifacts photos from the early 1900s, Sunshine and Gulf Beaches School memorabilia, and old newspaper clippings. Colonel Micheal J. Horan Park is a waterfront park that is named after the former mayor of St. Pete Beach, Colonel Michael J. Horan. The park offers many amenities including a playground, pavilion, barbecue, and restrooms. Polynesian Putter is an 18-hole miniature golf course. Around certain holes, the landscapes are a little more difficult, while others are a little simpler. The region is ornamented with big Easter Island-style moai and a coiled serpent, which makes it a fun experience for both children and adults. If you are looking for another attraction near Upham Beach Park, Hurley Park is a community park that offers many amenities including a ball field, basketball courts, a tennis court, playground, dog park, restrooms, showers, and water fountain.

Restaurants

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Upham Beach Park. RumFish Grill is an upscale seafood restaurant that offers jumbo gulf shrimp, charred octopus, crab cake, and jerked swordfish. 1200 Chophouse serves chicken saltimbocca, filet mignon, lobster tail, and mussels. Spinners Rooftop Grille is famous for its seafood and serves delicious tuna tartar, cedar key clam, pan seared crab patty, and frutti di mare. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Upham Beach Park, Woody's Waterfront offers outdoor seating options and serves delicious coconut shrimp, jalapeno poppers, and grilled fish.

Hotels

If you are looking for a hotel near Upham Beach Park, there are many great nearby options. If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star The Birds of Paradise, Boutique Resort is 9 minutes away and offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, patio, gas grills, and outdoor showers. Another upscale option, the 4-Star Bilmar Beach Resort offers many amenities including heated pools, a casual restaurant, a rooftop sundeck, a beach bar, and a fitness center. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Alden Suites - A Beachfront Resort that offers outdoor pools, a cafe, a beachside bar, tennis, basketball, and a beach volleyball court. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Upham Beach Park, the modestly priced 2-Star St. Pete Beach Suites offers outdoor pools, BBQ grills, and shaded tables.

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    Top Traveler Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

    Does Upham Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Upham Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Upham Beach have lifeguards?

    No, Upham Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Upham Beach a family-friendly beach?

    Upham Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Upham Beach good for swimming?

    Upham Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Upham Beach have restrooms?

    Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at Upham Beach.

    Is Upham Beach a nude beach?

    No, Upham Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Upham Beach?

    Upham Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.

    What are the activities at Upham Beach?

    Upham Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Surfing, Volleyball.

    Does Upham Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Upham Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Upham Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Upham Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Upham Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at Upham Beach.

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