Indian Rocks Beach, Beach House Vacation Rentals

Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, is near Tampa and St. Petersburg. Local tradition holds that Indian Rocks Beach got its name when a Native American chief was healed by the waters from the town's natural sulfur spring, which is notably ringed with rocks. When you choose an Indian Rocks Beach beach house, you will be treated to an excellent beach experience steeped in local lore. (See more beach info here!)

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Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, is near Tampa and St. Petersburg. Local tradition holds that Indian Rocks Beach got its name when a Native American chief was healed by the waters from the town's natural sulfur spring, which is notably ringed with rocks. When you choose an Indian Rocks Beach beach house, you will be treated to an excellent beach experience steeped in local lore.

To learn more about the local history around your Indian Rocks Beach beach house, visit the Indian Rocks Historical Museum. Located in a vintage beach cottage in Chic-A-Si Park, this museum is the place to learn more about how the town got its name. Throughout the house, you'll find displays that exhibit the history of the region, from the first American Indian inhabitants through modern day developments. You can also stroll through the Pinellas County Heritage Village in Largo, which is a collection of 33 historical buildings furnished in period-appropriate dÃ©cor. Volunteers are ready to share facts about the properties and the eras of history they represent.

The beaches at Indian Rocks Beach are another highlight of the town. You'll find three miles of beaches facing the Gulf of Mexico. And beach access here is unparalleled; Gulf Boulevard has 27 beach access points where residents of Indian Rocks Beach beach houses can quickly get to the sugar-white sands and emerald waters. You can rent watercraft and watersport equipment, or book a fishing charter. Or you can just enjoy a swim in the gentle Gulf waters.

There are a few family-friendly attractions you won't want to miss in Indian Rocks Beach: Splash Harbour Water Park and Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf. Splash Harbour Water Park has two 42-foot-tall water slides called Smuggler's Run and Pirate's Plunge, so daredevils are welcome! And for more relaxed fun, it also features the Great White Lazy River, which is 600 feet long and includes waterfalls and mists to keep you cool as you float. Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf is a miniature-golf course with a pirate theme. You'll putt through 12 holes in pirate ships and caves, and you'll even see live alligators.
Whether you are looking to explore unique local history, relax at and Emerald Coast beach, or have a fun family outing (or all three!), an Indian Rocks Beach beach house is the perfect place to call home.

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