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Question: If we want to visit Egmont Key, are there bathrooms or facilities once we’re on the island?
Answer: No, Egmont Key does not have regular bathrooms, restaurants, or shops once you get on the island. Egmont Key State Park sits at the mouth of Tampa Bay and feels more remote than Shell Key, with old Fort Dade ruins, beach areas, and walking paths, but the bathroom situation depends more on the tour boat than the island itself.
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Question: If I bring my own snorkel mask, can I use it instead of the gear provided?
Answer: Yes, most Shell Key snorkel trips let guests use their own snorkel mask instead of the provided gear. Crews keep masks, snorkels, and flotation gear on board, but personal masks are fine when they seal well and are meant for saltwater snorkeling.
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Question: If we are staying near St Pete Beach, what can we walk to without needing a car?
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If you are staying near St Pete Beach, you can actually walk to quite a bit depending on exactly where your hotel or condo is located along Gulf Boulevard. The main thing you will usually have within walking distance is the beach itself, which is the biggest draw, and most public access points are spaced along the strip so you can easily spend the day going in and out from your stay without needing a car at all. A lot of visitors end up walking back and forth between the beach and their place throughout the day for snacks, breaks, or to cool off. You will also typically be able to walk to casual restaurants, beach bars, coffee shops, and small markets since Gulf Boulevard is lined with places that cater to foot traffic. Spots like beachfront bars and sunset viewing restaurants are especially popular because you can time your walk with the evening and not worry about parking. Depending on how far north or south you are staying, you may also be able to walk to places like Corey Avenue, which has more local shops, dining, and a small town feel compared to the beachfront strip. Some areas also connect pretty easily to beach parks and pier access points where you can just hang out and watch the water. What I usually tell people is St Pete Beach is not really a “walk everywhere in the city” kind of place, but it is very walkable within your immediate stretch of the beach.
