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Skyway Fishing Pier State Park

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Relax and Enjoy Nature
Skyway Fishing Pier State Park © Dawn Henthorn, licensed to About.com
Both the east and west sides of the Skyway causeway near the rest areas are open to the public with access roads leading perhaps a mile back toward land. Some of the areas are shaded by stands of coastal maritime trees, while other sections are in the full sun.

Like most causeways in Florida, people simply pull their vehicles over to the side of the road and set out the lawn chairs. It's great for an afternoon of relaxing, picnicking, sunbathing or wade fishing.

This photo shows a family enjoying a small beach area just north of the north Skyway rest area.

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