History

• The Indian relics and burial mound found in Tierra Verde are evidence that the Indians were native to these islands dating further back than the 1500s. In 1948, the U.S. government sold Mullet Key to Pinellas County, which was then created into a county park. Since then, the islands of Tierra Verde have been developed and built upon to create the residential community that exists now as an unincorporated portion of Pinellas County.
  
  

Beaches

• The beaches of Tierra Verde, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, lend to its tropical feel. Voted "American's Top Beach" in 2009 by TripAdvisor, the beaches of Fort De Soto are known for their clean calm waters, white sands and beautiful seashells. Only a few minutes away from the Gulf, it is not unusual to spot dolphins and manatees in the water. Sea lovers will appreciate the robust fishing, finding grouper and redfish closer to shore, and tuna, mahi-mahi and blue marlin further out at sea.
  
  

Entertainment

• Tierra Verde is full of daytime fun, with its swimming, nature trails, bicycling and boating. You can go canoeing or kayaking in the backwaters of the park area or reserve a fine campground to go camping. Its close proximity to St. Petersburg, the fourth largest city in Florida, facilitates access to the enjoyment offered by a metropolis. Various museums, a buzzing night life and both casual and fine dining restaurants are all points of interest to those who visit Tierra Verde.
  
  

Fort De Soto

• A main attraction of Tierra Verde, Fort De Soto was built in 1898 to protect the coastline. Although the fort was never used in any major battle, it is registered with the National Register of Historic Places mostly due to its contribution to the advancement of modern weaponry. Rich in American history, on display today, are two cannons and two rifled mortars that were originally installed. Many of the original buildings are still intact and can be seen by taking a historical tour of Fort De Soto.