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In 1949, the south shore of Indian Rocks Beach, Florida became its own town, called Indian Rocks Beach South Shore. The town continued to go by that name until July 24, 1973 when the name was changed to Indian Shores. Members of Council at this historic occasion were Mayor Lambertus Seynders, Vice Mayor Howard E. Mann, James A. Roesler, William J. Coppenhaver, Ruth E. Paulson, Gordon E. Hall, Rollin R. Savage, Samuel L. Clark and Robert M. Quin, Council Members.

A notable tourist attraction of Indian Shores was Tiki Gardens, a South Seas island paradise imitation which housed exotic birds, Polynesian statues, and tropical flowers. The theme park closed down in the 80's and was bought up by a developer hoping to turn the large lot into a high quality hotel. The town purchased the lot back from the developer and it instead became a parking lot for public beach access.

The Town of Indian Shores today has a Town Square Nature Park, which features long boardwalks through the mangroves for a truly unique Indian Shores experience. The town hall of Indian Shores has a small library which is only open two days a week, but is open to all Indian Shores residents. The Indian Shores library is known to carry more new release books than even the Tampa Public Library System.

A notable tourist attraction of Indian Shores was Tiki Gardens, a South Seas island paradise imitation which housed exotic birds, Polynesian statues, and tropical flowers. The theme park closed down in the 80's and was bought up by a developer hoping to turn the large lot into a high quality hotel. The town purchased the lot back from the developer and it instead became a parking lot for public beach access.

The Town of Indian Shores today has a Town Square Nature Park, which features long boardwalks through the mangroves for a truly unique Indian Shores experience. The town hall of Indian Shores has a small library which is only open two days a week, but is open to all Indian Shores residents. The Indian Shores library is known to carry more new release books than even the Tampa Public Library System.

Indian Shores is a small town located just northwest of St. Petersburg in Pinellas County. Most well-known as the home of the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, a refuge that shelters up to 500 injured, recuperating and permanently crippled birds. This non-profit organization is open daily to the public and admission is free. The town of Indian Shores has a variety of shops, restaurants and accommodations that cater to the wintertime visitors who come here each year. The permanent population of the town is approximately 1500, but grows to over 5000 in winter. Indian Shores has over two miles of sandy beach to enjoy, along with the other 28 miles of beaches in Pinellas County. Activities include swimming, shelling, sunbathing, beach volleyball, and fishing. For more excitement, you can rent jet skis, wave runners or powerboats. Two county parks are located in Pinellas County near Indian Shores; both are located right on the Gulf of Mexico. The parks offer fishing piers, nature trails for hiking, picnic areas, swimming and camping. There are several golf courses in the area, and nearby Tampa Bay area boasts 34 challenging and reasonably priced courses. With over 350 lodging choices in the area, including hotels, bed & breakfasts, vacation homes and condos, you are sure to find exactly what you’re looking for in the beautiful town of Indian Shores.

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John's Pass Historic Fishing Village and Boardwalk is Pinellas County's #1 tourist attraction and is located 10 minutes south on Gulf Blvd. This quaint turn-of-the-century fishing pier features more than 100 unique shops, inviting eateries, and an 1,100-foot long pier.

Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary is located right in Indian Shores. This nonprofit organization is the largest wild bird hospital and rehabilitation center in the United States. They are open 365 days/year and admission is free.

Tiki Gardens is located right across the street on Gulf Blvd. It offers nature and equestrian trails, fishing, canoeing, observation tower, pier, and umbrella/cabana rental.

Orlando with its theme parks is approximately 1.5 hours drive. Busch Garden, Ybor City in Tampa and the bay areas attractions are all within an hour's drive.

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