Treasure Island

Treasure Island is an artificial landmass created from quarried rock and dredged material, spanning hundreds of acres and connected to a neighboring island by a causeway. The entire terrain was built from the ground up and shows traces of this massive engineering project.

The site was created as an artificial project during the 1930s and later served the military as an important base for Pacific operations. After this period of use, the place was eventually transitioned to civilian purposes.

The island displays 1930s architecture through its Administration Building, which still shapes the landscape and gives visitors a sense of craftsmanship from that era. The remaining structures tell the story of a period of intensive construction and planning.

The site is accessible by car or public transit since it is connected to the mainland by a bridge. Visitors should keep in mind that some areas have restricted access, and it helps to check which zones are open beforehand.

The site holds remains of a training facility with a full-size ship mockup that was specially built for instructional scenarios. This unusual structure is a rare remnant from a specialized training era.

Location: Pinellas County

Elevation above the sea: 1 m

Website: http://mytreasureisland.org

GPS coordinates: 27.76889,-82.76833

Latest update: December 13, 2025 07:35