Florida Has 2 Of The Most Beautiful Piers In America
Attractions of America published a feature listing ten of the best piers in America. Two of those piers listed are in Florida. “If you like walking down the pier to see the scenery, go fishing, or have some fun at amusement venues, then you will love visiting one of these top piers in America on your next vacation,” Attractions of America explained before breaking into their list.
These piers listed here dip into waters off opposite coasts of the state. They are also ranked fourth and fifth, respectively.
Skyway Fishing Pier – St. Petersburg
Located off Interstate 275, this is the longest fishing pier in the world; it is over four miles long. Attractions of America emphasizes how popular a fishing spot this location is, saying, “Common catches include cobia, sheepshead, grouper, black sea bass, Spanish mackerel, red snapper, snook, tarpon, king mackerel, and pompano.”
Cocoa Beach Pier – Cocoa Beach
Next, if you drive 165 miles across the state to the east coast of Florida, you will reach the second of the two Florida piers that were named among the most beautiful in the country. Technically, the address is 401 Meade Ave, and the pier extends 800 feet over the ocean. Though it is not as long as the Skyway Pier, it does have a significant variety of activities for guests to enjoy. There are restaurants, areas to venture off and swim in the Atlantic. It is also common to see beach volleyball games taking place on the miles of sand or surfers catching some waves, as this is one of the most popular surfing spots in Florida. In fact, surf legend Kelly Slater is from Cocoa Beach.
Florida Has 2 Of The Most Beautiful Bridges In The Country
According to Infrastructure Report Card, there are 617,000 bridges in the United States. Outlets such as Attractions of America and Mr. Hudson have each come up with lists of the most beautiful bridges. Two of them call Florida home.
A bridge can be a historical landmark in addition to a pathway that connects communities. Certain bridges, like the Golden Gate in San Francisco, draw thousands of tourists each year. People plan trips around visiting this site and taking in its incredible views. Unsurprisingly, the Golden Gate Bridge is either #1 or #2 on each of the aforementioned lists.
The bridge that it shares the top spot with is famous for its ability to walk or bike over. The Brooklyn Bridge connects Brooklyn Heights to Manhattan via six lanes. Many charity-driven bike rides also cross here as it offers unique perspectives into New York City without any tollways.
Florida Bridges
In Florida, American Road and Transportation lists over 12,000 bridges in the Sunshine State (though not all of them are in functional condition). There are two however, that stand above the rest. One is architecturally astounding. The other feels like a gateway into a mysterious paradise.
“American bridges are often designed with looks to match their engineering ingenuity,” Mr. Hudson explains.
What’s fascinating about bridges in America, is they are constructed of different materials and serve different purposes. For example, the final and tenth selection in Attractions of America’s feature is the Benson Bridge, Multnomah Falls, in Oregon. This is a foot traffic bridge that is only 45 feet long. It allows visitors to walk 105 feet above the Lower Multnomah Falls cascade
Let’s take a look at the two most beautiful bridges in Florida.
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.