The current bridge is a high-clearance design that replaced an older, low-level drawbridge to improve traffic flow and vessel navigation.
The structure includes a significant public art installation and commemorative features honoring local veterans.
The pedestrian path provides a direct link to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, a prominent local marine life rescue facility.
The causeway serves as a primary viewing point for sunsets and local marine traffic, including professional fishing vessels and cruise operators.
The Clearwater Memorial Causeway serves as the primary gateway connecting mainland Clearwater to Clearwater Beach. This elevated structure spans the Intracoastal Waterway, providing a high-vantage corridor for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. The route features a dedicated path separated from high-speed vehicular traffic, allowing for unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Clearwater harbor. The causeway's design integrates significant pedestrian infrastructure, including access to Coachman Park on the mainland side. It acts as a critical transit artery while functioning as a recreational thoroughfare for those moving between the city's urban core and the barrier island beaches.
The highest point of the bridge, providing a panoramic view of the harbor and the Clearwater Beach skyline.
Use the dedicated pedestrian walkway to avoid vehicle traffic and access the best observation points.
Bring sun protection as the path is entirely exposed with no natural shade.
Check local event schedules, as the causeway is sometimes impacted by road closures during major festivals or holiday parades.
Attempting to stop a vehicle on the causeway for photos, which is prohibited and hazardous due to high traffic speeds.
Cyclists must yield to pedestrians; keep to the right side of the path.
