Clearwater + Dunedin · Local POV ride guide
Ride the Pinellas Trail from Clearwater toward Dunedin
Watch the Pinellas Trail change block by block between Clearwater and Dunedin: long paved stretches, street crossings, and the gradual arrival into town.
Watch Pinellas Trail Bike Cruise | Clearwater To Dunedin Florida
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Watch directly on YouTubeYour route at a glance
How this ride unfolds
The camera follows the Clearwater-to-Dunedin section of the Pinellas Trail. It is a feel-for-the-route preview, not turn-by-turn navigation; use the Strava activity and county map for the route itself.
- Start
Clearwater, using the Pinellas Trail.
- Route format
Clearwater-to-Dunedin trail ride; use the Strava map to choose a return ride or pickup.
- Finish or turnaround
Dunedin; the Strava activity shows the recorded stopping point.
Plan the practical details
Official information and useful stops
Current notices checked: . Open the linked source for the latest status.
Main Street work is scheduled for summer 2026. A City project update schedules Main Street construction from the Pinellas Trail to Broadway during summer 2026. Follow current signs at the downtown crossing. Open the City project update
- When is the Pinellas Trail open?
Pinellas County identifies the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail as a linear multi-use trail for walking, jogging, skating, and biking, open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.
Pinellas County’s trail guide - How far apart are the two official map points?
The County bicycle guide places its Cleveland Street and Main Street trail reference points 3.3 miles apart. The filmed activity can include access, turnaround, or return mileage beyond those two markers.
Pinellas County bicycle guide
Weaver Park
Right on the trail, just north of downtown Dunedin
The City lists Pinellas Trail access and restrooms at this waterfront park, open daily from sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted.
Monroe Street Parking Garage
A downtown parking option if it fits your chosen turnaround
The City lists 195 spaces at 356 Monroe Street. Parking is free except during special-event street closures, when the posted event charge applies.
John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park
A short off-trail water stop near the Main Street crossing
The City lists a water fountain with a pet-water bowl at this downtown park. This is a short side stop, not a trailhead or route endpoint.
Preview the ride
What to look for in the video
- How much room riders and walkers have to pass
- Which road crossings may slow a less-confident rider
- The moment the trail begins to feel like downtown Dunedin
Good fit for
A good fit when you want a flexible trail ride and would rather choose the turnaround after seeing how Clearwater connects with Dunedin.
What to expect
Vehicle exposure: The trail keeps you apart from moving vehicles for long stretches, but street crossings and local access pieces still demand attention.
Shade: Shade comes and goes along the trail. Plan for sun at crossings and through open downtown stretches.
Surface: The Pinellas Trail itself is paved and multi-use. Give the access points and short connections shown in the video their own map check.
Before you ride
Check today’s conditions
Use the video as a preview, not live navigation. Before you ride, check closures, construction, posted rules, traffic, weather, and surface conditions. Follow current signs and official notices if they differ from the video or Strava track, and choose a route that fits everyone in your group.
- Pause at each street crossing in the POV, then find it again on the current county map.
- Decide on one way versus out and back before you estimate effort or arrange a pickup.
- Read the day’s trail notices and current opening guidance before rolling out.
Plan with current information
Video, route, and official links
- Pinellas Trail Bike Cruise | Clearwater To Dunedin Florida — the original ride video from Gulf Coast Rides
- View the activity on Strava — see the recorded track and ride details
- Pinellas County trail guide and current maps
- Pinellas County’s practical bicycle-safety guide
Video published by Gulf Coast Rides on April 22, 2026.
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